The coconut-growing countries such as India or the areas of the Asia Pacific region observe the World Coconut Day with a special significance every September 2. This annually celebrated event is dedicated to a remarkable fruit - coconut.
Coconuts are versatile!
They are hard, and soft too!
They can be eaten; they offer you to drink too!
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Date of World Coconut Day Observance
2nd of September.Significance: Why We Celebrate the World Coconut Day?
The versatility of coconut makes it a worth-celebrating gift of nature.
Its multiple uses are not hidden from anyone around the world; some of them are as follows, presenting the strong reasons to celebrate its day:
Recipe
There are many recipes that are made out of it.
Worship
Interestingly, coconut and its products are not only used as foods and drinks but also as worship offerings.
Never Heard Before Usage
It is a versatile product that is also used in decoration and cosmetic preparations.
Mosquito Repellent
This fruit, which is an amazing recovery drink-giver, also plays the role of an amazing mosquito repellent, when its fibrous husk is burned with the fire.
The Wonder Fruit
Especially, people in coastal areas find it as their main ingredient in several eating preparations. It will not be wrong if we address this fruit as a tropical wonder fruit.
Celebration: Ways to Celebrate the World Coconut Day
The list of reasons for celebrating this wonder fruit is too long and indeed cannot end in one write-up.
However, let's list some amazing ways that are used by coconut fans to celebrate World Coconut Day.
Track It and Crack It
It’s a lot of fun to see how the people reach the coconut trees and climb upon them to get one.
Coconuts are not less than the glory of a coastal area. Then why not visit such of place and witness the whole process with your own eyes?! Many people visit such a place on World Coconut Day. The fun doesn't end here.
Trying different ways to crack a coconut is also one of the fun activities. You don't want a machete always; there are many other ways to try it out.
And beware, you try whatever method to crack a coconut, but be sure that you do save the coconut water, and don't let it spill.
And simultaneously, have all the precautions while trying to break it.
Write a New Recipe to Cook Something Different
If you have only tried coconut water as a tropical drink and macaroons the let me aware you, there is a lot to try in this world. And it's time to shake hands with the savory side of the coconut. How about trying your hand at the coconut shrimp, coconut-crusted onion rings, coconut-based curry, or coconut-lime rice?!
Throw a Party
You must have enjoyed many kinds of kitty parties but have you ever enjoyed a tiki party?
Cooking something different and amazing is not enough to satisfy the cook in you. Why not share your coconutty delights with your friends and close ones and gather some praises for it?
Make the most of your backyard by making it a magical place. Decorate the area with tiki torches and light it up to give the surrounding a mesmerizing look.
You can also decorate the area with tropical fruit and orchids. Add some music to the air and let your surroundings perk up your festive mood.
Well, is it done? No. Don't forget to garnish your drinks by putting the umbrellas in them.
Now that you have all the preparations done, then what are you waiting for?!
Use It in a Way that You Never Before
We have talked about different recipes and ways to eat or drink them. Let's expand our brain to use it in a completely different way.
If you have had a cocktail kama smoothie, coconut milk, coconut water, coconut oil, or its fruit, it's time to try it to wash your face or exfoliate it with a byproduct of coconut or maybe, use it to wash your face.
If the face is not a place you want to try it on, then how about shampooing your hair by using it or its product?
If even this is not your idea of using it on your any of the body part, you can also try the coconut shells as bowls and use to explore the sound of hooves of the horses.
Yes, Coconuts Are Also Super Nutritious
If you have started thinking of the coconut as the new kale, you might get disappointed. But however, coconuts are also rich in certain types of Nutrition. Coconuts are high in magnesium, iron, protein, and fiber.
Coconut water is a very good source of potassium and sodium. If taken in margarita moms, coconut oil is not harmful as it is a source of medium-chain fatty acids. The experts are still on their toes to prove it though.
You want to go for a vegan diet, oil-free diet, or a gluten-free diet, coconut products can play a vital role in providing you the solution to your ingredient’s search.
An Appeal
Let's take a challenge on this World Coconut Day to count the usages of coconut in our day-to-day life.
Let's try to use this fruit in a way that we had never before.
