When is National Cherries Jubilee Day?

It is observed on September 24 each year.

How do people celebrate National Cherries Jubilee Day?

Make cherries jubilee at home, flambéed in brandy or kirschwasser, served the original way without ice cream.

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Overview

National Cherries Jubilee Day on September 24th celebrates the classic dessert featuring cherries flambéed in kirsch or brandy, typically served over vanilla ice cream. This elegant dish is known for its dramatic presentation and rich, sweet flavor, encouraging people to enjoy or prepare this historical culinary treat.

Origin and story

Cherries Jubilee was reportedly created by Auguste Escoffier for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897.

The 'jubilee' in the dessert's name refers to the royal celebration for which it was invented.

Quick facts

DateSeptember 24
TypeFood / Dessert
Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers

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Ways to celebrate

Even Escoffier's own memoir is vague about which royal celebration this dessert was actually created for — historians can't agree whether it debuted at Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887 or her Diamond Jubilee a decade later.

Make the tableside version

Celebrate by:

Making cherries jubilee at home, cherries flambéed in brandy or kirschwasser.
Serving it the original way, without ice cream, the way Escoffier first plated it.

See the real royal connection

Helpful resources:

Auguste Escoffier's Classic Dessert: Cherries Jubilee (Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts)

Did you know?

The original cherries jubilee didn't include ice cream at all — Escoffier's version was just cherries poached in syrup, set aflame tableside with warmed brandy, and served on its own.

Fun facts

Cherries Jubilee was reportedly created by Auguste Escoffier for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897.
The 'jubilee' in the dessert's name refers to the royal celebration for which it was invented.
Its signature preparation involves flambéing the cherries, often using kirschwasser (a clear cherry brandy) for a dramatic culinary flourish.

Sources and attribution

Auguste Escoffier's Classic Dessert: Cherries Jubilee (Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts)

External links may lead to third-party websites.

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FAQ

When is National Cherries Jubilee Day?: It is observed on September 24 each year.
What is National Cherries Jubilee Day?: National Cherries Jubilee Day on September 24th celebrates the classic dessert featuring cherries flambéed in kirsch or brandy, typically served over vanilla ice cream. This elegant dish is known for its dramatic presentation and rich, sweet flavor, encouraging people to enjoy or prepare this historical culinary treat.
How do people celebrate National Cherries Jubilee Day?: Make cherries jubilee at home, flambéed in brandy or kirschwasser, served the original way without ice cream.

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