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Here\u2019s our detailed guide to National Cheesesteak Day, including when it falls on the calendar and tons of awesome ways to mark the occasion. Whether you\u2019re a self-described cheesesteak enthusiast, a resident of Philly<\/a> (home to the world\u2019s most famous cheesesteaks, as we\u2019ll explain in this post), or simply looking to indulge in a delicious meal, this post has you covered with practical tips for celebrating this tasty holiday!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key facts about National Cheesesteak Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before we learn when National Cheesesteak Day is and how best to celebrate it, let’s check out some facts concerning Philly’s favorite hoagie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a cheesesteak?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A cheesesteak is a popular regional delicacy, sometimes referred to as a \u201cPhilly cheesesteak\u201d because it originated in Philadelphia and continues to be immensely popular there. In fact, it\u2019s probably Philly\u2019s most famous local food. The sandwich contains thin pieces of chopped and fried steak with lots of melted cheese and saut\u00e9ed onions on a hoagie roll. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the classic cheesesteak, there are also variations like mushroom cheesesteaks, saut\u00e9d pepper cheesesteaks, chicken cheesesteaks (which use chicken instead of steak), cheesesteak calzones, and more<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who invented the cheesesteak?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although the origins of the cheesesteak aren\u2019t 100% clear, many people credit the sandwich\u2019s invention to Harry and Pat Olivieri, who were a pair of brothers running a hot dog stand near South Philly\u2019s famous Italian Market during the 1930s. Their original cheesesteak started without one of its essential ingredients\u2014the cheese!\u2014and only contained grilled steak and onions on a roll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sandwich was already quite popular without the addition of cheese, but it didn\u2019t become a true Philly cheesesteak until a manager at their restaurant, Olivieri\u2019s, had the bright idea to add provolone in the 40s. Since then, cheesesteaks have been incredibly popular, and more and more restaurants have popped up around Philadelphia to offer their own take on the cheesesteak.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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When is National Cheesesteak Day?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The United States celebrates the cheesesteak\u2014which is not only a sandwich but an important piece of our country\u2019s culinary heritage\u2014on March 24th every year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Charleys Cheesesteaks<\/a>, March is also National Cheesesteak Month, but this isn\u2019t as widely known or accepted as National Cheesesteak Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to celebrate National Cheesesteak Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are tons of ways you can celebrate National Cheesesteak Day yourself, whether you\u2019re willing to travel all the way to the cheesesteak\u2019s homeland of Philly, or even if you\u2019d prefer to have a celebratory cheesesteak event closer to home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Philly for a cheesesteak tour of the city<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been looking for an excuse to visit Philadelphia, let National Cheesesteak Day be your reason. One of the best ways to spend your day is by sampling the city\u2019s best cheesesteaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering what the aggregated reviews of thousands of real reviewers<\/a> say are some of the most delicious Philly cheesesteaks (and by extension, some of the best cheesesteaks on Earth!)? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best Philly cheesesteaks can be found at the following restaurants:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n