.svg)
Get ready to celebrate Global Scouse Day on February 28 by indulging in a hearty and delicious bowl of scouse! This traditional stew is a beloved dish in Liverpool, England and has been enjoyed for centuries. The origins of this day can be traced back to the 18th century when sailors would make the stew using ingredients from their travels. Today, it's a celebrated dish all over the world and has even become a symbol of community and unity among Liverpudlians. So join in on the fun and warm your heart (and stomach) with a steaming bowl of scouse on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Scouse</div><div class='timeline-text'>The dish known as scouse, a form of lamb or beef stew, has its roots in the port city of Liverpool in the 18th century, originally derived from 'lobscouse' eaten by sailors and workers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Scouse Popular in Households</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the mid-20th century, scouse was in regular rotation in traditional Liverpool households, becoming a staple of the city's culinary identity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Scouse in Restaurants</div><div class='timeline-text'>Increasing numbers of restaurants and pubs in Liverpool start to feature traditional scouse on their menus, sparking renewed interest in the dish.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Global Scouse Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Global Scouse Day is first celebrated, created by Liverpool-based businesses with the aim of promoting the city’s cultural heritage and the dish that bears its nickname.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day becomes internationally recognized as Global Scouse Day, with events held in various countries to celebrate the ethnic dish from Liverpool.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own Scouse</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try your hand at making this traditional Liverpool dish with a recipe from a local chef or cookbook. Gather your ingredients and spend the day cooking up a delicious pot of Scouse to share with friends and family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Liverpool pub</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate Global Scouse Day than by visiting a local pub in Liverpool? Enjoy a pint of ale and a hearty bowl of Scouse while soaking in the city's culture and traditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Scouse cooking demonstration</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out if any cooking schools or community centers are offering Scouse cooking demonstrations on this special day. You'll not only get to taste some delicious Scouse, but also learn how to make it yourself!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a Scouse-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a Scouse-themed party, complete with traditional music, decorations, and of course, plenty of Scouse to go around. It's a great way to celebrate Global Scouse Day and introduce others to this delicious dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a Scouse cook-off competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>See if any local events or festivals are holding a Scouse cook-off competition and join in on the fun! Show off your cooking skills and see if you can take home the prize for the best Scouse in town.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a traditional dish with deep roots</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Scouse is a traditional stew that originated from Liverpool, England. It has been passed down through generations and holds cultural significance for many people. Celebrating Global Scouse Day is a way to honor and preserve this beloved dish and its history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Global Scouse Day encourages people from all over the world to come together and celebrate a common love for this dish. Whether you're enjoying it with family, friends, or trying it for the first time at a local event - it's a great way to connect with others and share in the joy of food.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's hearty and delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Last but not least, we can't forget about how tasty Scouse is! Made with meat, potatoes, onions, and various vegetables, it's the ultimate comfort food that will leave you feeling satisfied and warm. It's a dish that can be enjoyed by all, and is perfect for colder weather or any time of year.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Scouse Originated from a Nordic Dish</h3><p class='facts-content'>Scouse is thought to have originated from "lobscouse," a hearty stew enjoyed by sailors from Northern Europe such as those from Norway and Sweden.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are different versions of Scouse</h3><p class='facts-content'>Depending on the region, there are multiple versions of the Scouse stew. In Liverpool, "Blind Scouse" is a vegetarian version of this dish.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Scouse led to the nickname Scousers</h3><p class='facts-content'>The love for this dish is so profound in Liverpool that the locals are often affectionately referred to as "Scousers".</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Global Scouse Day is Celebrated Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Global Scouse Day isn't just celebrated in Liverpool; it's recognized all over the world where ex-pats have taken their favourite dish and shared it with others.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Scouse Especially Tastes Better the Next Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>Local tradition holds that Scouse tastes even better the next day after being slowly simmered and left to sit overnight, allowing the flavours to meld together perfectly.</p></div></div>
Global Scouse Day is celebrated on February 28 every year. In 2024 Global Scouse Day will occur on a Wednesday.
2023
Feb 28
Tuesday
2024
Feb 28
Wednesday
2025
Feb 28
Friday
2026
Feb 28
Saturday
2027
Feb 28
Sunday
.svg){kind=small}
.svg){kind=small}
