National Nougat Day is observed worldwide every March 26 to celebrate nougat, a nut-based confection that has been enjoyed for centuries. The term "nougat" originates from the Occitan expression meaning "nut cake" or "nut bread," and the confection is believed to have originated in the Middle East before spreading to Europe during the Arab conquest of the Iberian Peninsula. Nougat can be made with various nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, and pistachios, and comes in two basic types: white nougat, which is soft and chewy, and brown nougat, which is firmer and crunchier. Common ways to celebrate include visiting candy shops to try different kinds of nougat, making nougat at home, or enjoying nougat-containing candy bars. Additionally, the Torrone Festival in Spain is a notable event associated with this sweet treat. Celebrants are encouraged to share their experiences on social media using the hashtags #NationalNougatDay and #NougatDay.