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I Hate Coriander Day

Join the movement and celebrate I Hate Coriander Day - share your stories, recipes, and tips for avoiding this herb with friends!

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February 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEFebruary 24

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYDining

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Are you ready to join in on the festivities of I Hate Coriander Day on Feb. 24? This day was started back in 2008 by a group of coriander-haters who wanted to have a special day dedicated to their preference for not liking the herb. Since then, this holiday has grown into an international event with people from all over the world coming together to celebrate their dislike for coriander.

TIMELINE

I Hate Coriander Day Timeline

First I Hate Coriander Day

A group of coriander-haters start the first ever I Hate Coriander Day, openly celebrating their preference against the herb.

Sharing Recipes

The tradition of sharing coriander-free recipes among supporters becomes a popular activity on this day.

Coriander Dislike Research

Scientific research surfaces discussing the genetics behind coriander dislike, adding to the conversation during the event.

Global Participation

The holiday begins to see global participation, with coriander dislikers from different countries joining in the celebration.

10th Anniversary Celebration

The 10th anniversary of I Hate Coriander Day is celebrated with special events and activities among the anti-coriander community.

Online Celebrations

Due to the global pandemic, celebrations for I Hate Coriander Day turn digital, allowing more people to join the movement from the safety of their homes.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate I Hate Coriander Day

Plant a Coriander-Free Garden

Take the time to plan and create a garden and make sure it is free of coriander. Plant flowers, vegetables and herbs that don't contain coriander and enjoy your oasis without the presence of this herb.

THROW

Throw a Coriander-Free Potluck

Invite friends over for a potluck and make sure that no dish contains coriander. This way, everyone can enjoy all the delicious dishes without worrying about any coriander.

MAKE

Make Coriander-Free Cocktails

Mix up some delicious cocktails that do not contain any coriander. Try out some new recipes or just stick with the classics, but make sure you don't add any coriander to the mix.

Go Coriander-Free Shopping

Hit up the grocery store and make sure you only buy food items that are free of coriander. This will ensure that you are only eating food without any traces of this herb.

BAKE

Bake Coriander-Free Treats

Spend the day baking some delicious treats without any coriander. Make some cupcakes, cookies, brownies or whatever else you enjoy, but make sure they are all made without any traces of this herb.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love I Hate Coriander Day

It encourages creativity

By avoiding one particular flavor, it forces you to look into new recipes and create something original that doesn't involve coriander. This encourages creativity and resourcefulness, allowing people to experiment with new flavors without feeling restricted by one particular ingredient.

It celebrates the diversity of flavors

Coriander is a strong flavored herb that not everyone likes, but celebrating I Hate Coriander Day allows us to appreciate the diversity of flavors in the world and acknowledge different tastes. People learn to become more open minded in terms of flavors and embrace the beauty of experimentation.

It's a great bonding experience

I Hate Coriander Day provides an opportunity for people who don't like coriander to come together and bond over their shared dislike. These seemingly small similarities can help bring people closer together, fostering meaningful conversations and relationships.