National Seafood Month
Calling all wannabe seafarers – it’s National Seafood Month! We’re lucky here in the United States to be surrounded by so much water. From the double surrounding oceans, Great Lakes …
Mangos from Brazil
Olá! We are currently in the height of Brazilian mango season here in the United States, and we’ll see lots of mangos coming from this huge South American country for …
Hug a Vegetarian Day
We’ll take any excuse for a good bear hug, but today is a very special day for our plant-loving friends – it’s Hug a Vegetarian Day! In recognition of all …
Fall into Autumn
Ahhh, fall is in the air! It’s time to get out the cozy sweater, fuzzy boots and warm apple cider, because it really is that time of year! We know …
Talk Like a Pirate Day
Arggggh, ye mateys! Gather round real close, ya land lubbers, because I got a story for ye! Ok, ok, that’s enough pirate speak for one blog post. But, we couldn’t …
Mexican Independence Day
Today marks Día de la Independencia, or Mexican Independence Day! Similar to the Fourth of July in the United States, most businesses and offices shut down for the day to …
Folate for Momma and Baby
September is for the babies! According to the CDC over 325,000 babies were born in the US in September, 2019. That’s a lot of babies. If you’re a momma-to-be, I’m …
Let Them Eat Mango Cake
They say, “Let them eat cake!” We say, “Yes, please! But make it with mango!” Today, we’re rounding up our top four favorite mango cake recipes that’ll have your guests …
Kick Back this Labor Day with Mangos
Fall is just around the corner, but there’s still time for a last summertime hoorah! With most friends and fam having Labor Day off, gather together, take a dip in …
Add Mango to Your Tailgate
Are you ready for some football? It’s that time of year again! For the professionals, preseason is over, and now the games really matter. Or you could be enjoying the …
National Trail Mix Day!
Happy National Trail Mix Day! Whether you’re going for a hike or need a quick on-the-go snack, trail mix is a traditional go-to when trying to fill grumbly tummies in …
Back to School: Easy Dessert Recipes
Most kids have a sweet tooth. Once dinner is over, they’re looking for the ice cream, candy or other desserts to satisfy that craving. We’ve got some simple dessert recipes …
Spotlight on Keitt Mangos
We’re in the height of Keitt mango season! These large, green-skinned mangos are only available for a short window during the year and can be challenging to find. But if …
Back to School: Easy Dinner Recipes
Dinner is probably the toughest meal of the day. Between juggling your 9 to 5 job, taking the kids to their after-school activities and then also getting a healthy meal …
Back to School: Easy Lunch Recipes for Parents
Going back to school is an adjustment for the entire family. Sure, you’ve got to buy the new school supplies, pack their lunch and send them off to school each …
Back to School: Easy Snack Recipes
After school snacks can be tricky. You want something fast, but you don’t want to give your kid something super high in sugar. You want something tasty, but you don’t …
Vitamin A for Eye Health
Is it time for a new pair of specs? We’re all in favor of picking up a fashionable new pair of glasses, especially to start off the new school year …
National Watermelon Day
We can’t go an entire summer without recognizing our good fruit friend, the watermelon. And what better day than today – National Watermelon Day! The mango and watermelon really have …
Back to School: Easy Breakfast Recipes
Can you believe it’s that time of year again? The days are shorter, the backpacks are fuller, and moms and dads are scrambling to make a delicious and healthy meal …
Mango + Avocado = Love
Happy National Avocado Day to all our mango and avocado crossover fans! With both these fruits hailing from tropical climates, it only seems right to celebrate our friend, the avocado, …
International Day of Friendship
Hello, mango friends! On this International Day of Friendship, we’re taking the time to thank you, our loyal mango fans, blog readers and fruit enthusiasts. It only takes having one …
Summer of Mango: Boozeless Beauties
Some days, you’re just not feeling like having a cocktail. Especially on super-hot days – those delicious concoctions can dehydrate you. Look, we’re not knocking a good cocktail, but we …
Meet the Mango Industry
Have you ever wondered how your mangos arrived in the grocery store? Since most mangos are grown internationally, the fruit goes on a long journey from the farm to your …
Summer of Mango: Margarita
Photo from The Pioneer Woman It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? If you’re counting down the minutes until happy hour, we have got a treat for you – everyone’s fav, the …
A Mango Emoji Story
We are counting down the days until the mango emoji is here! We heard back in February that a bunch of new emojis would be arriving on phones later this …
Summer of Mango: Sangria
Photo from Foxes Loves Lemons Hellooooo, summer! We’re really in the heat of it now, and there’s just nothing better than sitting poolside with an ice-cold glass of sangria in …
Just Peel It
We know mangos can be scary. You get one home, and then now what? You’ve watched the step by step instructions. Cut each side. Dice the cheeks. Scoop out the …
Better Out Than In: Mangos & Gut Health
Everybody’s gotta go. And we all know that if we don’t eat the right things, it makes the going process tougher. Look, let’s cut the crap – we’re talking about …
Summer of Mango: Michelada
Photo from Health Seasonal Recipes We’re highkey loving the michelada as our go-to #SUMMER2018 cocktail. The michelada is a crazy popular drink in Mexico, but isn’t as common stateside. For …
Red, White & Mango – Happy Fourth of July!
Hooray for the red, white and mango! This Fourth of July, we’re adding mango to our favorite red, white and blue dishes. Who knew that mango and blueberries went so …
Eat a Mango-Filled, Plant-Based Diet
Whether you’re a committed vegan, a flexatarian, or just want to eat a more plant-based diet, mangos are a delicious, fresh ingredient to add some pizazz and no-guilt sweet to …
Refreshing Summer Rainbow Drinks with Mango
From boozy cocktails to refreshing smoothies, rainbow drinks are a summertime trend you won’t want to skip for your next gettogether. Rainbow Sangria from Delish Photo from Delish The …
National Caribbean American Heritage Month
With June coming to a close, we can’t forget to celebrate National Caribbean American Heritage Month! With many mangos imported to the United States from the Caribbean, the islands play …
Summer of Mangos
Things are really heating up! After a long, cold winter, it’s now officially summer. And we have a full 14 hours of daylight to celebrate. Whether you’re poolside, beachside or …
Life’s a Picnic When You’re Eating Mango
There’s just something about a good picnic. You can’t go wrong with packing up your lunch and taking it outside to enjoy nature. Unless your weather is especially poor (rain, …
Mangooooooal!
Are you ready for the big soccer tournament? With an entire month filled with games, you’re going to have a lot of soccer parties to throw. To represent your favorite …
Fire Up the Grill – It’s Father’s Day!
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and your dad probably doesn’t need another “Best Dad” mug or necktie. Dad’s been retired for years, he doesn’t need another tie. Most …
Eat the Rainbow
You’ve probably heard that you should “eat a rainbow” each day. That’s because each color found in various fruits and veggies have their own specific nutrients contributing to the bright …
So Many Mangos to Choose from in June!
You’ve probably eaten the classic round, red mango. Called a Tommy Atkins, this widely available variety is what most Americans think of when they think, “mango.” But did you know …
Throw a Mango Graduation Party They Won’t Forget
It’s time to cue the Vitamin C – both the classic orange-haired singer’s “Graduation” tune, and the 100 percent daily value found in one cup of mango! Combining the two …
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I Doughnut Believe It – It’s National Doughnut Day!
Today’s the day! Get out the fryer, whip up the icing, puree the mango, because it’s National Doughnut Day! While this may seem like just another food-related arbitrary holiday (I’m …
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Happy National Wine Day!
Get out your fanciest wine glasses, because it’s National Wine Day! Fruit wine is perfect for the warm, summer months, so we’re rounding up four of our favorite mango-flavored wines. …
Must-Try Mango Recipes for Memorial Day
While summer may not officially start for another month, Memorial Day marks the end of cold weather and beginning of grilling season. It’s time to dust off your barbecues and …
Mango Bells are Ringing!
Do we hear wedding bells? For Harry and Meghan the countdown is on for their royal wedding. While their entire menu hasn’t been released, the royal couple will serve biscuits …
Ripen Mangos at Home
We’ve all been there – craving a juicy mango, but they’re all rock hard at the grocery store. So, we just move onto another fruit. But did you know that …
Love a Tree Day
Here at the National Mango Board, we’re tree huggers – mango tree huggers, to clarify. We’re constantly on the search for more beautiful mango tree photos. We appreciate a solid …
Who in the world is David Fairchild?
It’s hard to believe, but mango lovers in the United States have just one man to thank for this super tasty superfruit: David Fairchild. In fact, we can also thank …
Eat What You Want Day
It is the best day of the year! Put down the kale. Step aside, spinach. And take the day off, broccoli. It’s Eat What You Want Day! If you’re anything …
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Mango
This is your very important reminder that Mother’s Day is coming up quickly! In fact, there are two Mother’s Days coming up this week. May 10 is El Dia de …
Super Simple Mango Dishes
We could all use just a little more time. Time to spend with our families, enjoying hobbies or just relaxing after a long day. But who says that making a …