International Waffle Day is a time-honoured tradition that people around the world look forward to every year. With its origins coming from Sweden where it’s known as Våffeldagen, International Waffle Day is celebrated on 25th March. Whether you’re a fan of the heart shaped Swedish waffles, the classic Belgian waffles, or prefer to be more adventurous with flavours, this is the perfect day to indulge in one of the world’s favourite breakfast treats or dessert. 

Waffle Traditions Around the World

As mentioned earlier, waffles are enjoyed in many countries around the world, but did you know that different regions have their own unique take on this tasty treat? Here’s just a few examples of the creative ways that waffles are appreciated globally:

• In the United States, waffles are typically served with butter and syrup. However, Southern-style waffles are often made with cornmeal and served with fried chicken.
• In Sweden, waffles are traditionally served with lingonberry jam and whipped cream. They’re usually accompanied by coffee as the two pair really well together. 
• In France, waffles are known as ‘gaufres’ and are often sold at street markets. They are usually served with powdered sugar and nutella.
• In Hong Kong, egg waffles are a popular street food snack. They are made by cooking batter in a special egg shaped mould.
• In Belgium, waffles are often sold by street vendors and can be served with a variety of toppings including whipped cream, fruit, and chocolate sauce.
• In the Netherlands, stroopwafels are a popular treat. These thin waffles are filled with caramel syrup and are often served with coffee. 

Celebrating International Waffle Day

There are many ways you can celebrate International Waffle Day. It’s the perfect opportunity for restaurants and cafes to get creative. Here are some fun ways you can celebrate International Waffle Day:

1. Create a special waffle menu

This is a great way to celebrate the day. The menu could include classic Belgian waffles with a variety of toppings from fruits to chocolate or cream. You could also experiment with different flavoured waffle batter.

2. Host a waffle party

Set up a waffle station in your cafe or restaurant and let customers build their own waffle creations, offer a variety of toppings and syrups to make their waffles even more delicious.

3. Offer waffle specials

If you don’t want to create a whole new menu, you can consider offering waffle specials for International Waffle Day. This could include discounted waffles, free toppings, or even a waffle eating contest!

Everything You Need for International Waffle Day

The first and most important piece of equipment needed for International Waffle Day is a high quality waffle maker. We stock a range of high quality waffle machinery to help you make the perfect waffles every time. Investing in a good waffle maker will ensure your waffles are cooked evenly and have a crispy exterior that customers love.

Syrups and sauces are a crucial topping for any waffle. Monin Gourmet Sauces are the perfect addition to any waffle creation. These delicious sauces come in a variety of flavours such as milk chocolate, white chocolate, and caramel. These sauces are sure to take your waffles to the next level. Cooksmill has a variety of the Monin Gourmet Sauces to drizzle over your waffles or as a dipping sauce on the side.

Dredgers are also a handy tool for waffle making. They can be used for dusting waffles with powdered sugar or cinnamon. The dredgers at Cooksmill ensure even coverage and make it easy to sprinkle the right amount of topping onto your waffles.

International Waffle day is the perfect opportunity to get creative and celebrate this well loved, breakfast treat, snack or dessert. Whether you’re creating a special waffle menu or hosting a waffle party, there are many ways to make International Waffle Day a memorable and delicious occasion. Happy International Waffle Day!

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