International Nachos Day
October 21, Tuesday
History of the holiday
Nachos were invented in 1943 at a small restaurant in Piedras Negras, Mexico, by chef Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya. A spontaneous combination of corn chips, cheese, and chili peppers became popular, and over time the dish gained international recognition. International Nachos Day was created as a way to celebrate this culinary heritage and the dish’s popularity outside of Mexico.
Traditions and events
In different countries, the holiday is celebrated with various activities:
* Restaurants and cafes offer special promotions and nachos tastings.
* Culinary workshops and shows on preparing nachos and sauces.
* Competitions to create the most unusual or delicious nachos.
* Social media posts with recipes and photos of favorite nachos variations.
* Educational materials about the dish’s origin and its role in Mexican cuisine.
Significance of the holiday
International Nachos Day highlights the richness of Mexican cuisine and its influence on global gastronomy. It also encourages culinary creativity and brings people together through a love of good food.
Interesting facts
* The original nachos consisted of only three ingredients: corn chips, cheese, and jalapeño peppers.
* There are many nachos variations with added meat, beans, guacamole, sour cream, and other ingredients.
* Nachos Day is actively celebrated in the USA, Mexico, and other countries where Mexican cuisine is popular.
* Nachos are often served as snacks at sports events, parties, and festivals.
International Nachos Day in other years
- 2021 October 21, Thursday
- 2022 October 21, Friday
- 2023 October 21, Saturday
- 2024 October 21, Monday
- 2026 October 21, Wednesday