National Crunchy Taco Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Feb 18, 2022
Fact-checked by Sakshi Raturi
National Crunchy Taco Day is an American holiday and event.

Where is National Crunchy Taco Day celebrated?

National Crunchy Taco Day is celebrated across the United States.

Who is National Crunchy Taco Day celebrated by?

Food lovers and restaurant chains across the US and other parts of the world join in to relish this day.

When did National Crunchy Taco Day first start?

National Crunchy Taco Day has been celebrated annually on March 21 since 2012.

Who started National Crunchy Taco Day?

The Taco Bell franchise started national Crunchy Taco Day to celebrate their 50+ years in the food industry.

History And Timeline

Crunchy tacos have a spicy history that dates back 300 years. They were first produced in Mexico and later earned a spot on menus across the globe.

Tacos In Mexican Mines

Silver miners would wrap a gunpowder detonator in the paper in the shape of a taco. At this time, tacos became a popular food of the working class, especially the miners. Soon, this Mexican dish was known on the street as 'miner's tacos.'

18th century

The Taco Reaches America

Mexican migrants coming to the US for jobs brought this delicious dish. Soon tacos became popular through food carts in LA and other parts of the US.

1905

Taco Recipes In English Cookbooks

Early recipes and descriptions of tacos show up in an English cookbook titled 'California Mexican- Spanish Cookbook' by Bertha Haffner Ginger.

1914

Mexican-American Fusion Taco

Mexican food was now made with more American ingredients. The spice was replaced with lighter flavors, and chicken and ground beef were the preferred meat.

1920

Tacos With A Crunchy Shell

Initially, the taco shells were cooked and soft. Later, the Mexicans patented the u-shaped crunchy shell that was pre-made and reduced prep time. Ten years later, Taco Bell adapted this into their manufacturing process, making it easy to mass-produce in the US.

1940

Traditions And Customs

People get together with close ones and swing by a taco place for a well-deserved taco feast. Families may also host parties to celebrate this event with a spread of various tacos and sides. Restaurants and food chains, including Taco Bell, offer taco deals on this event.

Ways To Celebrate National Crunchy Taco Day

Celebrate a taco house party and invite friends and family to relish the different types of tacos. You can share this day with coworkers by bringing over some crunchy tacos or gifting someone a taco gift basket.

Facts And Stats

  • Celebrate National Crunchy Taco Day by having different tacos with your friends and family.
  • Taco Bell first opened on March 21, 1962. National Crunchy Taco Day is celebrated on the same date to celebrate their long legacy.
  • On this National Crunchy Taco Day, a fun fact is that when Americans first tasted the taco at food carts in LA that women ran. These women were called 'Chilli Queens' as their tacos were too spicy.


 

Is today National Crunchy Taco Day?

National Crunchy Taco Day is celebrated on March 21. 

Who invented crunchy taco?

Taco Bell founder Glenn Bell invented the crunchy taco.

When is National Crunchy Taco Day?

National Crunchy Taco Day is celebrated on March 21.

How do people celebrate National Crunchy Taco Day?

People celebrate by exploring Mexican food trucks or making tacos at home.

Why do people celebrate National Crunchy Taco Day?

On this day, people honor this traditional Mexican food.

What is the history & origins of National Crunchy Taco Day?

The National Crunchy Taco Day was instated on March 21 to celebrate Taco Bell's 50+ years legacy. 

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Friday, March 20, 2020
  • Saturday, March 20, 2021
  • Sunday, March 20, 2022
  • Monday, March 20, 2023
  • Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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