National Pomegranate Month

National Pomegranate Month celebrates the jewel-like pomegranate throughout November. With leathery skin surrounding brilliant red, juice-filled arils and a sweet-tart flavor, the fruit adds color and character to salads, drinks, desserts, and other dishes.The FruitGuys describes the pomegranate’s distinctive arils and culinary uses.

Pomegranates are native to the region stretching from Iran to northern India and have been cultivated throughout the Mediterranean since ancient times.Edible Sacramento provides background on the fruit’s origins and cultivation. They have also carried symbolic meaning: an account from Lake Orion Family Dentistry notes that ancient Egyptians associated them with prosperity, while ancient Greeks regarded them as the fruit of the dead.The 2011 article discusses pomegranate symbolism in several cultures.

The month’s creator has not been identified. National Day Calendar says its research was unable to find who created National Pomegranate Month. In the meantime, November offers a chance to appreciate this ancient fruit’s vivid appearance, distinctive flavor, and versatility.

How to Observe National Pomegranate Month

Celebrate by enjoying a fresh pomegranate, sprinkling its arils over a salad, or sipping pomegranate juice. Try making a pomegranate drink or smoothie, or experiment with a new recipe that uses the fruit. If removing the seeds feels daunting, a 2011 guide suggests opening the fruit underwater or using a wooden spoon. Share a colorful pomegranate dish or drink with friends and family.

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