Who has time for the January blues with so many festivities to keep spirits high this month. “National” days may not be quite the equal of our more traditional celebrations, but they definitely provide reasons for everyone to rejoice. Stay tuned for special offers from The Shops throughout the month. Here’s to finding every excuse to brighten this wacky winter.
Celebrate National English Toffee Day (January 8) with some butter crunch from Li-Lac Chocolates or sticky toffee pudding at Queensyard. Or wait a few days and mark National Pie Day (January 23) with a slice—of apple, cherry, blueberry or peach—from William Greenberg. While you’re there, scope out the cacao-forward options; National Chocolate Cake Day (January 27) is right around the corner.
You have lots of opportunities to honor National Popcorn Day (January 19) at Dylan’s Candy Bar. There, the treat comes in a variety of flavors—cake batter, cookies and cream, and cinnamon toast crunch, just for starters. If savory is more your style, save the party for National Cheese Lover's Day (January 20th) at Queensyard, where the charcuterie and cheese plate features a trio of meats, a quartet of cheeses and a host of accompaniments—all of them, chef favorites.
Could there be a more buzz-worthy event than National Gourmet Coffee Day (January 18)? You can do an impressive ceremonial crawl without leaving The Shops, beginning at the beloved Blue Bottle on Level 2 before stopping for sips at Bluestone Lane, Jack’s Stir Brew and Queensyard.
Ring in National Hot Chocolate Day (January 29), with a peppermint-flavored version at Bluestone Lane. The rich cocoa is made with steamed milk and topped with chocolate shavings.
Hot and Spicy Food Day (January 16) cries out for the crispy habanero-brined chicken breast at Fuku—served on a sandwich or as fingers—with a side of sweet jalapeño-seasoned waffle fries. Or stop by Shake Shack for Korean Gochujang fries served with spicy-sweet Gochujang mayo sauce. If you’re more comfortable with a little less zing, head to Miznon, where spicy green peppers accompany the steak and fish entrees.
You can keep those resolutions going strong at least until National Green Juice Day (January 26). A visit to Bluestone Lane will yield a bottle of cold-pressed Portsea juice, a mix of cucumber, apple, kale, lemon, ginger root and spinach.
National Croissant Day (January 30) is as fitting a way as any to close things out, and you can celebrate on nearly every level of The Shops. Fill your bread bag—or belly—with options from Bluestone Lane, Queensyard, Blue Bottle, William Greenberg, Mercado Little Spain and more.
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