National Fettuccine Alfredo Day
February 7, Wednesday
National Fettuccine Alfredo Day is celebrated annually on February 7 in the United States. This day is dedicated to one of the most popular dishes of Italian cuisine, which, despite its roots in Italy, has become a true symbol of comfort and taste in America. Fettuccine Alfredo is a combination of tender fettuccine pasta and a thick sauce based on butter and Parmesan cheese.History of appearance
The dish was invented in 1914 in Rome by chef Alfredo di Lelio. Cooking for his wife, who had problems with her appetite after giving birth, he added a large amount of butter and cheese to create a hearty and soft dish. Over the years, the recipe became popular in the United States thanks to tourists and celebrities who visited Alfredo's restaurant
National Fettuccine Alfredo Day in other years
- 2021 February 7, Sunday
- 2022 February 7, Monday
- 2023 February 7, Tuesday
- 2025 February 7, Friday