Sweet tooths everywhere look forward to National Dessert Day on Oct. 14. The holiday is as much about tradition as it is about indulgence, putting cakes, pies and pastries in the spotlight across America. Iconic cheesecakes in New York and the beloved pecan pie in the South highlight how classics and modern favorites share the stage.

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Brands and restaurants boost the holiday with giveaways and discounts, while some households gather around pies at the dinner table and workplaces brighten the day with cupcakes. These efforts turn the holiday into a shared moment of indulgence that brings families, friends and communities into the celebration.

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