November Food Holidays focus on the end of a bountiful harvest and the beginning of the holiday season, featuring celebrations like Fun with Fondue Month, Peanut Butter Month, and "Eat with a Friend" Day. (It's the 25th; be sure to make a date now!)
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November at a Glance
- Most Popular: Thanksgiving & holiday recipes
- Best for Bakers: National Bundt Day, National Gingerbread Cookie Day, National Cake Day, and National Homemade Bread Day
- Best for Dinner: National Stuffing Day, National Roast Dinner Day, and National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
- Best Seasonal Produce: Cranberries, apples, pears, pomegranates, winter squash, sweet potatoes, and pecans
- Don't Miss: National Cranberry Day (Nov. 21), National Stuffing Day (Nov. 21), and National "Eat with a Friend" Day (Nov. 25)
Cook this Month
National Fun with Fondue Month
November is a good month to gather around the table, and fondue gives everyone a reason to linger a little longer. Set out some bread, vegetables, and other dippers, and let dinner take its time.
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National Pomegranate Month
Pomegranates bring a bright, tangy note to November's richer foods. In muhammara, pomegranate molasses balances sweet roasted peppers and earthy walnuts in a deeply flavorful dip.
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National Georgia Pecan Month
November is prime time for pecans, especially as holiday baking gets underway. These buttery, chewy cookies pair toasted pecans with rich butterscotch for a treat that's hard to keep around.
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National Peanut Butter Lovers Month
Peanut butter has plenty of fans around here. Whether you're in the mood for old-fashioned candy or a cookie with a little crunch, these recipes give you two very good reasons to reach for the peanut butter jar.
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National Roasting Month
Roasting brings out the sweet, savory flavors of fall vegetables, and you don't need a complicated recipe to make them shine. This version turns roasted vegetables into a hearty, colorful panzanella that's just as good warm as it is at room temperature.
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Seasonal Produce in November (Pacific Northwest)
- apples
- arugula
- basil
- broccoli
- carrots
- cauliflower
- celery
- chard
- cilantro
- collard greens
- cranberries
- cucumbers
- eggplant
- endive
- fennel
- garlic
- green onions
- kale
- kiwi
- lamb's quarter
- leeks
- mustard greens
- onions
- oregano
- parsley
- parsnips
- peaches
- peppers
- persimmons
- potatoes
- quince
- radicchio
- rapini
- rosemary
- rutabaga
- sage
- shallots
- sorrel
- spinach
- sprouts
- thyme
- turnips
- watercress
- winter squashes
👉 Not in the Pacific Northwest? Seasonal availability may vary where you live - check your local growing calendar for the most accurate list.
Thanksgiving Recipes
Thanksgiving is the big food event of November, and there's a lot to plan between the first appetizer and that last piece of pie. Find Thanksgiving recipes for every course, from appetizers and drinks to turkey, side dishes, breads, desserts, and more.
Appetizers & Drinks
Start the celebration with a few easy bites and something festive to sip.
Main Dishes
Whether you're cooking a traditional turkey or looking for something different, start with the centerpiece.
Side Dishes
Sides may be the best part of Thanksgiving! (Just give me a bowl of stuffing and cranberry sauce and I'm good.)
Breads & Rolls
Warm rolls, sweet bread, or spiced scones - they all have a place at the Thanksgiving table.
Dessert
Classic pies, cakes, and other sweets for the grand finale.
Sauces & Extras
The little things that make a holiday meal feel complete.
Month-long Food Holidays
Celebrate these November Food Holidays all month long!
- National Fun with Fondue Month
- National Georgia Pecan Month
- National Peanut Butter Lover's Month
- National Pepper Month
- National Stuffing Month
- National Raisin Bread Month
- National Pomegranate Month
- Banana Pudding Lover's Month
- National Roasting Month
Weekly Food Holidays
- 1st Week
- National Fig Week
- 2nd Week
- National Pupusa Day (El Salvadore)
- National Split Pea Soup Week
- Final Week
- Stir-up Sunday (UK; last Sunday before Advent)
Daily Food Holidays
Must-try Days
If you only celebrate a few November food holidays, start with these favorites:
- November 3 - World Sandwich Day → The Ultimate Monte Cristo
- November 15 - National Bundt Day → Eggnog Bundt Cake with Rum Glaze
- November 17 - Homemade Bread Day → German Dark Rye Bread
- November 18 - National Apple Cider Day → Apple Cider Turkey Brine
- November 21 - National Cranberry Day → Spiced Sugared Cranberries
- November 21 - National Stuffing Day → Multigrain Stuffing with Fruits & Nuts
- November 26 - National Cake Day → Bavarian Banana Cream Cake
- November 29 - National Chocolates Day → Chocolate Covered Cherries
Looking for the complete list? Open the calendar below to browse every October food holiday and discover new ideas for what to cook this month.
November 1
- National Bison Day
- National Pâté Day
- National Cook for Your Pets Day
- National Deep Fried Clams Day
- National Calzone Month
- National Cinnamon Day
- National Vinegar Day
- World Vegan Day
November 2
November 3
November 4
November 5
- National Roast Dinner Day (UK)
- National Roast Dinner Day (UK)
- National Doughnut Day
- National Apple Betty Day
- National Chinese Take-out Day
- International Stout Day
November 6
- National Nacho Day
- National Noodle Day
November 7
- National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
November 8
- National Cappuccino Day
- Cook Something Bold and Pungent Day
November 9
- National Greek Yogurt Day
- National Scrapple Day
- British Pudding Day (UK)
November 10
- National Vanilla Cupcake Day
November 11
- National Sundae Day
- National Pocky Day
November 12
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day
- National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
- National Happy Hour Day
- National French Dip Day
November 13
- November 13: National Indian Pudding Day
November 14
- National Guacamole Day
- National Pickle 'Appreciation' Day
November 15
- National Bundt Day
- National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day
- National Raisin Bran Cereal Day
- National Spicy Hermit Cookie Day
November 16
- National Fast Food Day
November 17
- National Baklava Day
- National Butter Day
- Homemade Bread Day
November 18
- National Apple Cider Day
- National Vichyssoise Day
November 19
- National Macchiato Day
November 20
- National Peanut Butter Fudge Day
November 21
- National Cranberry Day
- National Stuffing Day
- National Gingerbread Cookie Day
November 22
- National Cranberry Relish Day
- National Cashew Day
November 23
- National Espresso Day
- National Eat a Cranberry Day
November 24
- National Sardines Day
November 25
- National Parfait Day
- National "Eat with a Friend" Day
November 26
- National Cake Day
November 27
- National Bavarian Cream Pie Day
November 28
- National French Toast Day
November 29
- National Chocolates Day
- National Lemon Creme Pie Day
- National Rice Cake Day
November 30
- National Mousse Day
- National Mason Jar Day
Top Picks for November
If you're only saving a few recipes for November, start here. These are the cozy, seasonal favorites that take you from the first chilly days of the month straight through Thanksgiving and into holiday baking season.
- Thanksgiving Roast Stuffed Pumpkin
- Orange Spiced Cranberry Sauce
- Parkside Pecan Butterscotch Cookies
- Easy Apple Strudel (Apfelstrudel)
- Old-fashioned Ham Bone Split Pea Soup
- Cinnamon Roll Wreath (Danish Pastry Ring)
- Flourless Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Parmesan & Sage
Explore More Food Holidays
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Planning ahead? Save this calendar so you don't miss a single delicious excuse to cook this month.
