Celebrate National Chicken Wings Day with These Specials
National Chicken Wings Day is coming up on July 29, and many national restaurant chains are offering deals to celebrate this beloved food holiday. In 1977, Stan Makowski, the mayor of Buffalo, New York, announced the day, as Buffalo is considered the birthplace of chicken wings.
Did you know that buffalo wings are named after Buffalo, New York? If you want to learn more about the origins of this delicious dish, check out the official National Chicken Wing Day website.
Specials at Participating National Chains
Buffalo Wild Wings:
B-Dubs is giving away 6 free wings, boneless or traditional, with a minimum $10 order. Use the promo code Wing Ri when dining in, ordering online, or using the Buffalo Wild Wings app. Plus, if you celebrate at B-Dubs, you can also enjoy a Bounce Burger deal – buy any burger and get 6 free wings (valid 7/30 – 8/30).
Applebee’s:
On Monday, buy one get one free on your choice of 10 boneless wings or 9 bone-in wings. This deal is available online only, so use the code Wing Day 24 on the Applebee’s website or app at checkout for pickup or delivery.
Hooters:
Buy 10 wings of any style and get 10 free wings when dining in on National Chicken Wing Day. The lower-priced items will be free, and this offer cannot be combined with other discounts.
Tips for Cooking at Home
If you prefer to stay in and cook your own chicken wings on National Chicken Wing Day, make sure to follow proper raw chicken preparation methods. Researchers at Drexel University recommend against washing raw chicken before cooking, as the production process already cleans the chicken. Simply remove any excess moisture with a paper towel and wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling raw chicken.
Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day by enjoying some delicious wings at your favorite national chain or trying your hand at cooking them at home. Whichever way you choose to celebrate, make sure to savor every bite of this iconic dish!
