National Potato Chip Day
National Potato Chip Day is observed every year on March 14 is dedicated to celebrate the irresistible appeal of potato chips and honor the salty, crispy goodness.
This day is dedicated to celebrating the irresistible appeal of potato chips and their incredible journey to becoming a global snack phenomenon.
National Potato Chip Day, observed on March 14th, doesn’t have a single founder. Instead, it’s an unofficial holiday that emerged as a way for food lovers and snack enthusiasts to celebrate one of America's most beloved treats, the crispy, salty potato chip.
Origin of Potato Chips
The earliest known potato chip recipe is in William Kitchiner's 1817 The Cook's Oracle, where potatoes are sliced thin, dried, and fried in lard. Similar recipes appeared in 1822 and 1825. In the U.S., Mary Randolph's Virginia House-Wife (1824) and N.K.M. Lee's Cook's Own Book (1832) also referenced Kitchiner.
A popular legend links potato chips to George Crum, a cook at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, NY, in 1853. Frustrated by a customer's complaints, Crum fried extra-thin, crispy potatoes, and they became known as “Saratoga Chips.” This story was promoted by St. Regis Paper Company in 1973.
How to Celebrate National Potato Chips Day
Celebrate National Potato Chip Day by gathering your friends for a fun chip tasting party, where you can sample different brands and flavors to find your favorites.
If you're feeling adventurous, try making your own homemade chips, experimenting with various seasonings and cooking methods to create a personalized batch.
Get creative by using chips in recipes, like crushing them as a crunchy topping for casseroles or even incorporating them into desserts.
Share the joy by gifting a bag of your favorite chips to a fellow chip lover or posting about your top flavor on social media.
