National Fajita Day - August 18th, 2025
National Fajita Day, oh how we love thee! This year, on August 18th, 2025, we get to celebrate the ultimate Tex-Mex holiday. Who doesn't love a sizzling hot skillet of savory goodness, filled with tender strips of beef or chicken, crunchy veggies, and flavorful spices? Fajita fanatics, unite! But before we dive into the juicy details of how to celebrate this glorious day, let's take a step back and appreciate the rich history behind this beloved dish. Fajitas, which translates to "little strips" in Spanish, originated in the 1930s in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Back then, cowboys would cook tough, thin strips of beef over an open flame, often serving them with peppers, onions, and tortillas. Talk about a humble beginning! Fast-forward to the 1960s and 1970s, when fajitas started gaining popularity across the United States. Restaurants in Texas and the Southwest began serving this tasty dish, often with a side of beans, cheese, and salsa. And just like that, fa...