National Salsa Month
Observed
the month of May (since 1997)
Dates
May 1st, 2024 to May 31st, 2024
May 1st, 2025 to May 31st, 2025
May 1st, 2026 to May 31st, 2026
May 1st, 2027 to May 31st, 2027
May 1st, 2028 to May 31st, 2028
Founded by
Pace Foods in May 1997
Tags
Food & Drink
Snacks & Desserts
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National Salsa Month is observed throughout May to celebrate salsa, the Mexican condiment and restaurant staple. The name salsa means “sauce” in Spanish, and salsa comes in many styles, including cruda (raw), verde (green), negra (black), ranchera (ranch-style), and fresca (fresh). It may be raw or cooked, smooth or chunky, spicy, sweet, or fruity—not just the tomato-based pico de gallo. Web-Holidays.com
Pace Foods established National Salsa Month in 1997 to highlight salsa’s growing popularity as a staple in American households. Another account says May was declared National Salsa Month during Pace Foods’ 50th anniversary in recognition of salsa’s popularity and unique heritage. FoodReference.com
How to Observe National Salsa Month
Celebrate by tasting different kinds of salsa, such as raw, cooked, green, black, or ranch-style varieties. Make your own salsa, or enjoy it as a condiment with a meal. You can also compare smooth and chunky styles to find your favorite.


