I Hate Coriander Day
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Where is I Hate Coriander Day celebrated?
This infamous day is mostly celebrated online on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, anywhere around the world.
Who celebrates I Hate Coriander Day?
Well, it is celebrated by those that loathe this herb. Although 'hate' is a strong word, it is justified in this case because that's how much some people dislike cilantro.
When did I Hate Coriander Day first start?
The day first officially began in 2017, even though the hatred for cilantro has been spreading online since 2013.
Who started I Hate Coriander Day?
This aspect is the most interesting thing about this day. The day was inspired by a Facebook page operating from Australia. The page had many memes and jokes on the herb. It even took it as far as to give tattoo ideas. It soon caught the attention of all those who thought coriander was an abomination!
History And Timeline
Coriander has been known to be added to food in many countries. For those that love this green herb, it adds extra flavor to the meal that cannot be put into words. But for those that call it devil's herb just, the smell is enough to deter them from the food and sometimes from the restaurants themselves!
Summary: The day was founded and operated online. Those who detested coriander took to posting memes and jokes against coriander.
First Use Of Coriander
The origin of the plant dates back to the Mediterranean area, where it is thought to have been native.
6000 B.C.First Cookbook
The world's first cookbook, written by a Roman, mentions coriander in one of the recipes.
14 A.D.European Endeavors
Europeans introduced the herb to American soil.
1600sFrench Love Liquor
French distilled coriander leaves and made liquor from them.
1700sFounding Of Day
The day was founded and operated online. Those who detested coriander took to posting memes and jokes against coriander.
February 24, 2017Traditions And Customs
The most anyone can do on the day is avoid coriander in their food. Suppose you are one of the anti-coriander activists, then take to social media and go all out on why you despise it so much.
There's a scientific reason as to why a group of people dislikes the taste of this herb. Smell receptors play an important role in helping us taste our food, but due to a genetic mutation, some find coriander to taste like soap and are unable to tolerate eating or smelling it.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate I Hate Coriander Day
If you are on the other side of the coin, then sit back and enjoy all the comments on social media. Some of them are extremely creative and incredibly funny.
You can support them by buying their merchandise with 'I Hate Coriander,' written on them.
Facts And Stats
- The Facebook page that was created this day has over 280k followers currently.
- Although the day began officially on February 24, 2017, the first set of posts to come out was on December 13, 2013.
- The organizer of the day hoped that 2021 might be the year to start campaigns and bring awareness to such a thing. They wanted to request that restaurants include the addition of coriander to meals be mentioned just like nuts and milk that can cause allergies.
When is I Hate Coriander Day celebrated?
I Hate Coriander Day is on February 24 and the day changes according to the year.
What purpose does this day serve?
It helps the online community that dislikes coriander to express themselves.
Who celebrates this day?
Those who hate coriander celebrate this day.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Sunday, February 23, 2020
- Tuesday, February 23, 2021
- Wednesday, February 23, 2022
- Thursday, February 23, 2023
- Friday, February 23, 2024
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Sources
https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/i-hate-coriander-day/
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-8038499/People-celebrating-International-Hate-Coriander-day.html
https://www.perthnow.com.au/lifestyle/food/today-is-international-i-hate-coriander-day-ng-b881471553z
https://www.pedestrian.tv/bites/i-hate-coriander-day/
https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/whats-viral/international-i-hate-coriander-day-unites-people-who-dislike-the- her.html#:~:text=International I Hate Coriander Dayday to reproach the herb
https://foodprint.org/real-food/cilantro/
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