

Go with friends and share some appetizers, like chips and queso or crispy pickle chips. National Margarita Day gives you the perfect excuse to try their signature house margarita and see how it stacks up. O'Charley's (101 Asheville Ave, Cary): O'Charley's offers $4 margaritas, all day, every day. Or follow your margarita with some delicious Indian street food from Chhote's and a beer from local brewery Burial Beer Co. Pair your margarita flight with burritos or tacos from Dank Burrito, then stop by Captain Cookie and the Milkman for a sweet treat.

While you're there, check out their wide selection of vendors for a snack or a meal.

Who knows, you may just walk away with a new favorite margarita! Food Hall (500 E Davie St, Raleigh) Want to try something a little different? Celebrate National Margarita Day at the Transfer Co. Visit one of their locations in Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Durham to take advantage of their National Margarita Day deals. They are offering $3 House Margaritas, $6 Presidentes and $7 Premium Margaritas all day long on February 22, as well as their $5 February Margarita of the Month. Cheers to these Margarita Day dealsĬhili's (locations in Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Durham): Chili's is offering a ton of National Margarita Day deals so you can celebrate and save. However, many variations have been developed since then,and many restaurants offer their own signature take on the drink. It is traditionally made with just tequila, triple sec, and fresh lime juice. Since then, the margarita has become one of America's most popular cocktails. What we know for sure is that the first known published margarita recipe appeared in Esquire in 1953. Jose Cuervo claims it was invented in 1938 by a bartender for the Mexican showgirl Rita de la Rosa. One theory is that it is a tequila remake of the brandy daisy, a popular cocktail in the 20th century – "margarita" means daisy in Spanish. The history of the margarita itself is a little hazy. Started by Todd McCalla to spread his love for the drink, National Margarita Day has become a popular day for restaurant deals on their signature margaritas. Though perhaps not the most well-known holiday in February (hey, Valentine's Day!), National Margarita Day has loyal followers around the country and the world. 22 and read on to find out where to celebrate National Margarita Day this year! What is National Margarita Day? This year, National Margarita Day falls on Taco Tuesday – the perfect excuse to celebrate. Whether you prefer it with lime or strawberry, salt or no salt, frozen or on the rocks, a margarita is a perfect way to chase away those February winter blues and transport you to a tropical paradise.Įver since the first margarita was made in the mid-20th century, people have been enjoying the smooth tequila and tart flavor of this classic drink. Salud! National Margarita Day is just around the corner.
