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National Cordon Bleu Day - April 4
Thu, Apr 4, 2024

National Cordon Bleu Day

National Cordon Bleu Day is an American holiday dedicated to Cordon Bleu. It is celebrated annually on April 4. It is essentially a schnitzel with an original recipe. It is very popular in catering establishments, but is also not uncommon on home-cooked meals.

History

The history of National Cordon Bleu Day is not reliably known. The holiday was most likely created by big fans of the dish, who wanted to make it even more popular, as well as to draw people’s attention to the Cordon Blue’s origin story.

Most researchers agree that the dish was invented in Switzerland, because that is where the common schnitzel was invented. The origin of the name refers us to France, where Cordon Bleu was a special ribbon that was used as a badge of honor among knights. Over time it came to be symbolized with various awards and achievements. It is likely that a chef received an award for a skilfully prepared schnitzel, which later became known as Cordon Bleu.

The dish is a chopped piece of meat with cheese and bacon wrapped in it. Then it is fried until tender in a breaded pan. The result is a juicy and very hearty dish, a favorite around the world!

Interesting facts

  • The approximate arrival of the dish in the United States was in the 1950s of the 20th century. The first written mention of it appeared in the New York Times in 1967.
  • The most popular sauce for this dish is creamy dijon sauce.
  • The original recipe calls for the use of veal.

How to celebrate

Visit the cafes/restaurants at National Cordon Bleu Day for a delicious meal from professional chefs. Surprise your family and friends by making it yourself. You can easily find the recipe on the Internet.

Tell about the holiday on social networks. Ask users if they’ve tried Cordon Bleu. What was your impression of the dish?

When is National Cordon Bleu Day celebrated in 2024?

National Cordon Bleu Day is observed on April 4 each year.

Observations

Thursday April 4 2024
Friday April 4 2025
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