August 13th is National Filet Mignon Day #NationalFiletMignonDay. Today is a day I wish my mom was here. I found Filet Mignon on sale the other day at Kroger’s on clearance. I purchased all the Filet Mignons they had on sale.
I wanted to make the Filet Mignon for dinner this evening with a Salad and Loaded backed Potato but the Lord had other plans for my family. We have to go look for a mattress this evening for Charlie joy be and Halijah to.
Charlie had wanted to go out to dinner last night so we took Charlie and my sister to Blue Mound for there dinner specials. I wish I had waited until tonight then we could have went to Cotton Patch and they do any two steaks for $26.99. That does include 8 oz Bacon Wrapped Filet which is normally $19.59 allowing us to save $34.99 enough to feed Charlie and David on.
National Filet Mignon Day is on August 13th. National Filet Mignon is an occasion that celebrates the creation of the delicious Filet Mignon. The Filet Mignon is a steak pf the epitome of luxury and is in high demand by the rich in every society.
This is because the meat of a Filet Mignon just melts in the mouth and is a pure definition of decadence and magnificence in the world of cooking. Filet Mignon is basically made out of tenderloin Meat that is one of the most prized cuts of Beef. Hence, it’s not a surprise that Filet Mignon is so delicious and one of the top favorites in every restaurant. Question is Bacon or no, Bacon on your Filet Mignon and why? For me personally its all about the BACON!!
Filet Mignon is basically Meat that is cut from the smaller end of the Tenderloin of an animal including a Pig or a Cow. While Pork Tenderloin is famous and is known to tingle one’s taste buds, several religions forbid Pork Meat and the followers instead opt for Filet Mignons made from Beef. However, each Meat version has a taste of its own and it is recommended that every foodie try both.
Did you know the history of Filet Mignons is unclear because the dish has existed and been served in the U.S. since before the 18th Century, and was also one of the most popular items on the menu. The only difference is, Filet Mignons were known as Medallions or tenderloin Steak since the term Filet Mignon was not coined until 1906.
The word ‘Steak’ on the other hand, was first used in mid-15th century Scandinavia and became popular in Florence, Italy. Whereas, the name ‘Filet Mignon’ was first used in William Sydney Porter’s book “The Four Million,” and was marketed as an expensive and luxurious Meat cut that the poor could not afford.
Building the image of the Filet Mignon as one that was out of the reach of the masses only increased its popularity, and the Filet Mignon soon became the most wanted item on the dinner table of the wealthy and the royals. While Filet Mignon is consumed today by millions of individuals yearly and is no longer ‘unaffordable,’ it is still an undercut that is pricier than the usual meat items.
National Filet Mignon Day Activities
- To celebrate National Filet Mignon Day, head to your favorite Steakhouse either alone or with friends and family. Go out on an empty stomach so you can order a special Filet Mignon and finish it.
- If you have the opportunity start cooking a Filet Mignon of your own by hosting a B.B.Q. at your place. This is also the perfect opportunity to show off your cooking skills.
- Whether you are cooking a Filet Mignon at home or going out to get a Filet Mignon, take lots of pictures and use the hashtag #NationalFiletMignonDay while sharing on Social Media.
Facts About Filet Mignon
- The meaning of ‘Mignon’ in French means ‘cute,’ ‘dainty,’ and ‘tender.’
- Filet Mignon is the easiest piece of Meat to grill. Be careful not to overcook the Filet Mignon.
- In the U.K. Filet Mignon in the U.K. is called Fllet Steak.
- The name of the Filet Mignon was invented by an American.
- Charbroiled Kobe Filet is known to be the most expensive and costs about $258 in Tokyo. I think I will pass. How about you?
Why People Love National Filet Mignon Day
- Since the best way to celebrate National Filet Mignon Day is by having a Steak, the restaurant industry often experiences a boost in profits on National Filet Mignon Day.
- A lot of people don’t know much about the Meat and cooking industry, and National Filet Mignon serves the purpose of shedding light on some essential facts.
- Since Filet Mignon is served at numerous Steakhouses, eateries, and high-end restaurants, National Filet Mignon Day ends up generating tips for servers from different regions and classes.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
