I got to wondering recently if there is a day dedicated to all things Caprese…
We have a National Spaghetti Day, National Popcorn Day, there’s even a National Corn Chip Day, so it would stand to reason there’d be a National Caprese Day…
Surely there has to be an official day assigned for the soul purpose of celebrating the holy trinity of food: Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Basil.
Right?
Wrong!
I know! I was as shocked as you are! So I am taking it upon myself to designate this day – July 2nd – National Caprese Day, right here on Ciao Chow Bambina! Can I do that? I hope it’s allowed!
I’ve gathered a bunch of my favorite CCB Caprese recipes from over the years; everything from Caprese Grilled Cheese to Hasselback Caprese Salad, and I’m making it easy for you to choose.
With all of the summer vacations and celebrations getting underway this week – you just might need a recipe to suit your need for the taste of Italy at one or more of your gatherings!
Buon Appetito!
Caprese Bruschetta with Crispy Eggplant
Simple 5 Ingredient Capellini Caprese
Have a wonderful week, my friends!
Here’s to a safe and happy 4th of July!
Cheers!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
It’s definitely time to declare a national day! I’m so glad you’ve declared today the national day for caprese! Bring on those fresh tomatoes, basil and creamy mozzarella!
Annie says
Let it be declared! Let it be done! Thanks, Kathy!
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
Caprese is such a perfect Summer treat, with beautiful tomatoes and fresh basil. And cheese, of course 🙂
Annie says
Can’t think of a better trio! Thanks, Jennifer!
Milena | Craft Beering says
Wow! Cannot say that I’m not impressed. The eggplant one is my favorite. Pinning them all!
Annie says
It is so hard to choose – but that is a special one!! Thanks, friend! 🙂
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
What a great idea, Annie! I didn’t know there as a national day for caprese…. but oh my I’m drooling over your caprese grilled cheeeese! 😀
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Awesome round up Annie! I absolutely love caprese anything! My favorite though has to be the crispy caprese eggplant bruschetta! Happy 4th!
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says
How is there no official Caprese Day? I mean it rhymes! Not to mention I’ll take any excuse to eat caprese salad. I’m starving scrolling though this post–everything looks delicious!
Annie says
That’s what I said! Makes no sense! 🙂 Thanks, my dear! Have a fun week!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
National Caprese Day? Love it, you brilliant lady, you! Now, which one of these yummy recipes to start with? Can’t go wrong with any of them, but that bruschetta is calling my name 😉 Have a wonderful week! XOXO
Annie says
Hard to resist a good bruschetta! Thanks, doll! Have a great week! 🙂
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
Have a great Independence Day!! I love the idea of a National Caprese Day!! I’m with you. I made a Caprese sandwich with a twist — fried green tomatoes. But I really love the colors of the red, white, and green. And the flavors are amazing.
Annie says
I thought you might like that idea! 😉 We’ll have to keep this train moving, together! YUM! I love the idea of adding fried green tomatoes to the sandwich! Happy 4th, my friend!