National Fried Chicken Day

National Fried Chicken Day History

National Fried Chicken Day celebrates the crispy, satisfying dish, fried chicken. This occasion is dedicated to appreciating the juicy, and tasty goodness of this popular meal commonly known for its Southern American roots. Restaurants, fast-food chains, and even households take part in the celebration, offering special deals and cooking up unique variations of this classic dish to rejoice in its gastronomic glory.

While the origin of National Fried Chicken Day is still unclear, fried chicken itself can be traced back centuries, with various cultures having their own versions of the scrumptious meal. Canadian fried chicken enthusiasts have significant reasons to join the festivities, as Canada boasts a rich cultural diversity – leading to several delicious and unique interpretations of this classic dish. Moreover, this celebration provides an opportune moment for Canadians to savor and explore both local and international flavors while supporting local businesses.

National Fried Chicken Day in Canada is observed in the same manner as in other countries, with restaurants and food establishments promoting their fried chicken offerings through discounts, special flavors, and even limited-time menu items. Canadians can indulge in this feast by trying out different types of fried chicken dishes, ranging from the traditional Southern-style recipe to spicy Korean or other ethnic variations. National Fried Chicken Day is celebrated on July 6th every year.

National Fried Chicken Day facts

• According to the dailymeal, the Scottish were the first to deep-fry chicken in fat. They eventually brought the dish with them to America.
• The popular food chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) found its success when Colonel Sanders purchased one of the first commercial pressure cookers in 1939. He was able to convert it into a pressure fryer, thus reducing the time it took to cook chicken. This development would set the stage for KFC’s future success.
• KFC's Original Recipe chicken is one of the biggest secrets in the food industry. It's famously known to be made from 11 herbs and spices, the mix of which was recovered by Colonel Sanders' nephew in 2016.
• Canada consumes a large amount of fried chicken every year. According to a study by Dalhousie University, Canadians spend over $90 million on fried chicken annually.
• Swiss Chalet, one of Canada's most well-known chicken chains, was founded in 1954

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Top things to do in Canada for National Fried Chicken Day

• Eat fried chicken! Visit your local restaurant and order some tasty, crispy fried chicken.
• Fried chicken is eaten all over the world. Check out the different variations of fried chicken in places like Korea, Germany, and Thailand.
• Make a traditional Southern-style fried chicken by marinating chicken pieces in buttermilk overnight, then dredging them in seasoned flour and frying until golden and crispy.
• Visit your local Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters, a Canadian fast-food chain known for its fried chicken and taters across various provinces.