The tasty combination of chocolate and cherries is celebrated on this food holiday the 3rd day of January.

Chocolate-covered cherries date back to 18th century England, where they were originally filled with liqueur.

They were introduced to the Americas and became widely popularized by brands such as Cella's Confections, Queen Anne's, and Brach's during the 20th century.

Chocolate-covered cherry variations include cherry cordials with liquid fillings, chocolate-covered candied cherries and chocolate-covered dried cherries.

Celebrate Chocolate Covered Cherry Day by gifting boxes of the confection to friends and family, or enjoying the treat on your own/