International Potato Chip Day 🥔

Overview

International Potato Chip Day, celebrated on March 16, honors one of the world's favorite snacks – the potato chip. This fun food holiday encourages everyone to enjoy this crispy treat in various flavors, from classic salted to gourmet varieties. Additionally, the day invites people to share their favorite chip brands, recipes, and even innovative ways to enjoy them with dips and toppings.

Origin and story

Potato chips were invented in 1853 by Chef George Crum in Saratoga Springs, New York.

The average American eats about 6.4 kilograms (14 pounds) of potato chips each year.

Quick facts

• DateMarch 16
• TypeCultural / community observance
• Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to Celebrate International Potato Chip Day

International Potato Chip Day celebrates the crunchy snack enjoyed around the world.

Enjoy Potato Chips

• Classic salted potato chips
• Flavored or kettle-cooked chips
• Chips paired with dips

Learn About Potato Chips

• The Curious History of the Potato Chip (Smithsonian Magazine)
  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/curious-history-potato-chip-180979232/
• George Crum (Lemelson-MIT Program)
  https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/george-crum

Try Making Them at Home

• Slice potatoes thinly
• Bake or fry
• Experiment with seasonings

Did You Know?

Potato chips are often credited to chef George Crum in the mid-19th century, though their true origin is debated.

Fun facts

• Potato chips were invented in 1853 by Chef George Crum in Saratoga Springs, New York.
• The average American eats about 6.4 kilograms (14 pounds) of potato chips each year.
• In 2018, potato chips were the most popular snack in the United States, surpassing cookies and candy.
• There are more than 100 flavors of potato chips available worldwide, including unique flavors like dill pickle and sriracha.
• In 1960, Lay's Potato Chips introduced the first-ever flavored potato chip – sour cream and onion!

Sources and attribution

• The Curious History of the Potato Chip (Smithsonian Magazine)
• George Crum (Lemelson-MIT Program)

External links may lead to third-party websites.

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FAQ

When is International Potato Chip Day?

It is observed on March 16 each year.

What is International Potato Chip Day?

International Potato Chip Day, celebrated on March 16, honors one of the world's favorite snacks – the potato chip. This fun food holiday encourages everyone to enjoy this crispy treat in various flavors, from classic salted to gourmet varieties. Additionally, the day invites people to share their favorite chip brands, recipes, and even innovative ways to enjoy them with dips and toppings.

How do people celebrate International Potato Chip Day?

Enjoy a bag of chips and read about George Crum, the Saratoga Springs chef credited with popularizing them in 1853.

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