International Hummus Day
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Who is International Hummus Day celebrated by?
International Hummus Day is celebrated by hummus lovers all around the world. The hummus industry has flourished in the recent century and keeps on growing as people are getting more inclined towards vegan and healthier food options.
When did International Hummus Day first start?
Hummus is a middle eastern cuisine, particularly a Levantine and Egyptian food dip or spread with a peculiar flavor of its own. The day to honor this versatile delicacy was established in 2012.
Who started International Hummus Day?
The founder of this special day is Ben Lang, who celebrated the first International Hummus Day in 2012, with a belief that the celebration of this day has the potential to bring together people from all across the world.
History And Timeline
Hummus is an Arabic word that means chickpeas. Hummus is made using olive oil, puréed chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, and tahini.
The history of hummus is a little bit hazy and many places claim to have discovered the delicious sauce. Although originated in the Middle East, in recent years hummus has taken off as a staple food throughout the Eastern crescent of the Mediterranean.
Long before its popularity, though, it was mentioned that chickpeas were being ground up into a hummus-like paste in the 13th century, Cairo however at that stage the recipe lacked lemon juice and garlic. Instead, he added some pickled lemons with oil, herbs, and spices.
Though it may be argued that hummus was first invented by the ancient Greeks, most people believe that this scrumptious spread was brought along by traders from Greece to the Middle East. It's known as one of the greatest crossover foods because it has been embraced in so many countries over time for its smooth texture and flavor.
While hummus might have had a late start in the U.S., it’s now becoming a staple food in American households. In the '60s and '70s, most Americans probably couldn't even pronounce the name of this dish, whereas today it is found in most grocery stores, and eaten all over America.
Origin Of Hummus
The origin of this delicacy is believed to date back to the 13th century.
13th CenturyChickpeas As Coffee
A German writer had noted that ground-roast chickpeas were often used as a substitute for coffee in Europe.
1973Hummus Enmity
The battle for being the country of hummus' origin occurred between Lebanon and Israel.
2008Largest Hummus Dish
The largest hummus dish in the world was made in Lebanon in May 2010 which broke the Guinness World Record and weighed 10,450 kg.
2010Hummus' Recognition
Entrepreneur Ben Lang started the celebration of International Hummus Day.
2012Traditions And Customs
There are no specific traditions related to this day, except of course eating hummus. People delight their taste buds by trying different types of hummus dishes like Avocado hummus crostini, hummus pizza, or a hummus casserole.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate International Hummus Day
Dining Out - Try a new variety. It's your time to make an effort and try different restaurants claiming to have the best hummus.
Good foodie towns have many Mediterranean or Greek restaurants, while smaller cities are better grounded with hummus eateries. One can also search online for these types of restaurants nearby or find them in an extravagant food market that specializes in hummus alone.
Making Hummus At Home- You can make your traditional hummus using mashed chickpeas, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, or give it the flavor you want. Eat it with pita bread, or in a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner.
You can even attend any hummus-related festivals happening near you.
Facts And Stats
- An average American consumes around 1.85 lbs (0.83 kg) of hummus every year. Hence, this day is greatly celebrated in the US.
- There are different types of chickpeas known as gram or Bengal gram, garbanzo or garbanzo beans, and Egyptian chickpea. People make many variants of hummus on this day.
- Simply Hummus Bar in Sydney, Australia, is known to feed its customers with free samples of new dishes and even releasing a new menu to celebrate International Hummus Day.
What is the Importance of International Hummus Day?
This day promotes the versatile dairy-free, nut-free, and vegan hummus and its health benefits, encouraging people to eat healthy food.
How is International Hummus Day different from National Chip And Dip Day?
National Chip and Dip day celebrated on March 23, commemorates the party favorite combination loved by many across the country while International Hummus Day is aimed at promoting healthy and vegan food.
How do families celebrate International Hummus Day?
They celebrate by cooking together different types of hummus and making dishes like sandwiches, salads, and so much more.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Tuesday, May 12, 2020
- Wednesday, May 12, 2021
- Thursday, May 12, 2022
- Friday, May 12, 2023
- Sunday, May 12, 2024
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