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Get ready to cook up a storm - it's National Cooking Day! Try out new recipes, share your cooking tips and skills, and have fun!
Celebrate National Cooking Day on Sept. 25 with a delicious dish! This day has been around since the 1950s and is meant to recognize the art of cooking and its importance in our lives. Whether you're an experienced chef or just getting started, this special day is all about enjoying time in the kitchen while creating something tasty to share with your friends and family.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of National Cooking Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday of National Cooking Day was established, designed to celebrate the culinary arts and encourage home cooking.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrity Chefs Rise</div><div class='timeline-text'>Celebrity chefs like Julia Child rise to prominence, inspiring more people to cook.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cooking Shows Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popularity of cooking shows on television soars, exemplifying the nation's love for food and cooking.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Food Network</div><div class='timeline-text'>Food Network, a cable channel dedicated to food and cooking, rises in popularity, further emphasizing the nation's fascination with the culinary arts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cooking as a Hobby Trend</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cooking becomes a popular hobby, with many individuals creating food blogs and sharing recipes through social media.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a new recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go online and search for a new recipe to try. Cooking can be an adventure, so don't be afraid to try something new!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn a cooking skill</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether it's how to properly chop vegetables, knead dough, or make the perfect omelette, take some time to learn a skill that will help you become a better cook.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a potluck dinner and ask each person to bring one dish. It's a great way to enjoy different types of food and spend quality time with friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit your local farmers market</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to your local farmers market and pick up fresh ingredients for your next meal. This is a great way to support your local farmers and enjoy the freshest produce available.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a cooking competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have each person prepare their best dish for the group. Have everyone vote on the tastiest dish and award the winner with a special prize!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cooking is therapeutic</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's something very calming and peaceful about cooking. It's a great way to de-stress after a long day, and it can even be used as a form of meditation or mindfulness practice. Taking the time to create something delicious from scratch allows you to tune out the world for awhile and focus on your craft.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cooking allows us to get creative</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cooking is so much more than just following recipes - it's an opportunity to explore new flavors, ingredients, and techniques that you may not have tried before! Plus, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating unique dishes, whether sweet or savory.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cooking brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What better way to bond with friends and family than over home cooked meals? Not only is it a fun activity to do together, but the food you make can also serve as a reminder of all the good times spent in the kitchen. So don't forget to take a break from your busy schedules and celebrate National Cooking Day!</p></div></div>
National Cooking Day is celebrated on September 25th every year. In 2024, National Cooking Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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