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Get ready to indulge in some delicious treats on International Cake Day on November 26! This special day has been celebrated since the late 1800s and is an opportunity for everyone around the world to come together and enjoy a delicious cake. Cakes are enjoyed by people of all ages, from young children who love decorating them with colorful frosting, to adults who are looking for a sweet treat after dinner.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Cake Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>International Cake Day origins trace back to the late 1800s, celebrated by communities with local ingredients and traditional recipes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mass Production of Cake Mix</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1920s, cake mix was mass-produced for the first time, making cake baking accessible for more people.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1966</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Boxed Cake Mix</div><div class='timeline-text'>Boxed cake mixes were introduced by companies like Betty Crocker and Pillsbury, simplifying the cake-making process even further.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cake Decorating Goes Mainstream</div><div class='timeline-text'>The art of cake decorating gained mainstream popularity with televised baking shows and competitions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Artistic Cake Designs</div><div class='timeline-text'>Unique and artistic cake designs proliferated with the rise of social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Cake Appreciation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Today, International Cake Day is celebrated worldwide with a delicious variety of cakes baked and enjoyed by millions.</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'>Bake a Cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether you make a classic vanilla cake, an exotic red velvet one or something more creative, the process of baking a cake is a great way to celebrate International Cake Day.</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'>Host a Cake Decorating Party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an afternoon of cake decorating. Have everyone bring their favorite cake ingredients and provide some fun decorations like icing, sprinkles, and fondant.</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'>Take a Cake Baking Class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out your local cooking school and sign up for a cake baking class. You'll learn so much about making cakes that you'll have sweet creations coming out of your oven.</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'>Make Cake Pops</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If baking isn't your thing, try making cake pops instead. Simple take any flavor cake you have on hand and crumble it into fine crumbs. Mix in some frosting then form into balls and dip in chocolate or other coating.</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'>Eat Cake for Breakfast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It's International Cake Day, so why not break the rules and eat cake for breakfast? Enjoy a slice or two with your morning coffee or tea to really get the day started off right.</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'>Cake is delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Who doesn't love cake? With so many flavors to choose from, there's something for everyone! Whether you prefer classic chocolate or something more exotic like red velvet or lemon coconut, there's a cake that will satisfy every sweet tooth.</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'>Cake is the perfect way to celebrate</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing says celebration better than a delicious cake. From birthdays to anniversaries, retirement parties to weddings, no special occasion is complete without it! Plus, baking and decorating a beautiful cake is an opportunity to show off your creative skills!</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'>Cake brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're sharing it with family members or gathering with friends, there's nothing quite like enjoying a piece of cake together. It brings people together in a way that no other food can - it's cozy yet indulgent, nostalgic yet exciting, and always full of love.</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'>The History of Cake Dates Back to Ancient Times</h3><p class='facts-content'>The concept of cakes goes back as far as ancient times. The term "cake" comes from the Old Norse word kaka, which predates the Roman civilization.</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'>Cakes Were Used in Religious Ceremonies</h3><p class='facts-content'>In ancient Greece and Rome, cakes were often used in religious ceremonies to represent goods and prosperity. The Romans would also use cakes as offerings to their gods.</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'>Fruit Cake Is One of The Oldest Known Cake Recipes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Fruit cake, which is commonly associated with holidays and celebrations, is one of the oldest known types of cake, with recipes dating back to ancient Rome.</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'>Red Velvet Cake Got Its Color From a Chemical Reaction</h3><p class='facts-content'>Today we use food coloring, but originally red velvet cake got its color from a chemical reaction between cocoa powder and an acid like buttermilk or vinegar, causing the anthocyanin in cocoa to turn a reddish color.</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'>Bundt Cakes Originated in Germany</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Bundt cake, known for its distinctive ring shape, originates from Germany. The word 'bundt' is derived from the German word 'bund', which means 'a gathering of people' - fitting for a cake that is often shared at social gatherings.</p></div></div>
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