Yesterday was October 11th which was World Egg Day #WorldEggDay. It’s funny because I had forgotten yesterday was World Egg Day when David asked me what we were having for dinner. I told David I wanted my dad’s sandwich which is Fried Eggs, Bacon with Mayo on White Bread. Everyone else had Cheese on there Sandwiches but not me or my dad because #Cheese doesn’t go on Breakfast or does it?
World Egg Day is held annually on the second Friday of October, which falls on October 11th this year. World Egg Day is time to cherish and celebrate the versatile, affordable, delicious, and nutritious food item that provides sustainable nutrition to help feed the world. Can you believe that Eggs contain over 15 kinds of vitamins and minerals? Eggs can be fried, boiled, or even eaten raw, singly, or as part of a meal.
Although we have no definitive answer to the question of “Which came first? The Chicken or the Egg?” we know that the history of Eggs is almost as old as that of humans. From ancient times, humans nurtured Chickens to obtain Eggs.
For centuries, Eggs have played a major role in feeding families all over the world. Eggs are one of nature’s highest quality sources of protein, perfectly packaged for versatility and affordability. The protein contained within Eggs is essential in the development of the brain and muscles, which play a key role in disease prevention, and contribute to general well-being.
Eggs are rich sources of selenium; Vitamin A, D, K, B6, and B12; and minerals including zinc, iron, and copper. Eggs are particularly known to be a source of choline, which helps in brain development and sharpens memory.
The history of the Egg expands far beyond mere culinary concern and, in fact, has had great importance in multiple cultures for reasons both decorative and religious, with a particularly popular example being Easter Eggs.
Did you know World Egg Day was established in 1996, at the IEC conference in Vienna to celebrate and appreciate the importance and benefit of Eggs to us all. Since then, the day of celebration of World Egg Day has grown and evolved.
How To Celebrate World Egg Day
- Take the opportunity today to share some of the most interesting ways of turning a raw Egg into a delicious meal that you know, with others. They might also have new recipes to share with you.
- The largest Omelette, the longest time balancing Eggs on a spoon, the fastest time peeling off several Eggshells, and more. Choose whichever suits you and go on to break that record!
- Savor all the goodness of the Egg by preparing and eating a delicious meal with Eggs which you can wash down with a glass of Wine or any preferred drink.
Facts About Omelets
- Did you know the earliest Omelets are believed to have originated in ancient Persia.
- Napoleon Bonaparte feasted on an Omelet prepared by a local innkeeper, while he and his army were traveling through Southern France.
- Egg Foo Yung, a Cantonese Omelet made with beaten Eggs and usually Ham, is popularly eaten by the Chinese.
- Indians make Egg Appam an Omelet made with fermented Rice Batter and Coconut Milk, with an Egg broken into the batter as it cooks.
- With the popularity of the Egg itself, Omelets can be found in any part of the world.
Why People Love World Egg Day
- With over 10 nutrients and minerals in Eggs, and Eggs low cost, they are indeed a blessing to mankind and people should be thankful for Eggs!
- Everyone everywhere knows what Eggs are and Eggs could be shared at any gathering consisting of diverse people from across the world.
- Eggs can be used for various purposes ranging from leather cleaner to hair conditioner and Eggs are thus used in many industries including pharmaceuticals and fertilizers, providing many job opportunities for people.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
