Bahrain National Day is on 16 and 17 December. That’s two designated days to celebrate the gem that is this island kingdom. In 1971, Bahrain acquired independence after a long era of British rule. It would be the beginning of a prosperous and peaceful chapter for Bahrain — a success story scripted for and by Bahrainis. Naturally, it’s a day that’s very close to every Bahraini’s heart. It is a public holiday when schools and virtually all businesses are closed.
National Lemon Cupcake Day
National Lemon Cupcake Day is on December 15 each year. A day that’s all about bite-sized pieces of heaven filled with lemony goodness? Sign us up! Out of all the cupcakes in the world, the humble lemon cupcake remains our favorite. A little bit sweet, a little tart — the distinctive taste of lemon cupcakes is hard to beat. There’s something about them that immediately reminds us of summer afternoons at home. And we love how there’s a day dedicated to this unassuming cake in a cup.
Halcyon Days
Halcyon Days technically fall in December around the time of the winter solstice each year. Their story goes back to Ancient Greece — of love, gods and goddesses, tragedy on the seas, and birds with magical powers. Halcyon Days are kind of unique as days go. They refer to a period of happiness and calm — especially in the past. Weather-wise, they are a time of calm during the winter, when storms do not occur. Although not a holiday per se, Halcyon Days are still wonderful because they define nostalgia and warmth. Just the premise behind it makes us love December even more. We’re already swimming in memories of those long summers or that eventful Thanksgiving. Remember incredible phases when everything seemed to click — love, work, and family? Through different seasons or reasons, Halcyon Days remind us of days when we were utterly content.