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Get ready to preheat your ovens because National Baking Week is here from Oct. 14-20! This week-long celebration has been observed in the UK since 2007 and aims to inspire people of all ages to get creative in the kitchen and try their hand at baking delicious treats. Baking has been a beloved pastime for centuries, with recipes being passed down from generation to generation. From cakes and cookies to pies and breads, there are endless possibilities when it comes to baking. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's get baking!
<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'>Baking Scales Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>The invention of accurate baking scales in the 19th century allowed bakers to create more consistent and reliably delicious products.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Cake Mix Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pillsbury introduced the first cake mix, revolutionizing home baking by making it more accessible and convenient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Easy-Bake Oven Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Easy-Bake Oven was launched by Kenner, allowing children to participate in baking with a toy that could bake actual food.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Baking Powder Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The advent of double-acting baking powder made baking even easier, as it allowed for more forgiving recipes and flexibility in the kitchen.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Baking Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Baking Week was first celebrated in the UK, with the aim of encouraging people to bake at home.</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'>Great British Bake Off Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The premiere of the "Great British Bake Off" television show, which ignited a global interest in home baking and created a new generation of baking enthusiasts.</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'>Host a baking competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family and have a friendly baking competition. Each person can bring their favorite baked good and the group can vote on the best one.</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 local bakery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local bakery and try out some delicious treats. You can even ask the bakers for tips and tricks to improve your own baking skills.</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'>Organize a bake sale for charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get involved in your community by organizing a bake sale for a charitable cause. Not only will you be celebrating National Baking Week, but you'll also be giving back to those in need.</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'>Try out new recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself by trying out new recipes that you've never baked before. You may discover a new favorite treat!</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'>Attend a baking workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a baking workshop to learn new techniques and skills. You'll have fun and improve your baking abilities at the same time.</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 chance to get creative in the kitchen</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Baking Week celebrates the art of baking and encourages people to try new recipes and techniques. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this week is the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and let your imagination run wild.</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'>Baking brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's nothing quite like bonding over a delicious baked good with friends and family. National Baking Week is the perfect time to gather loved ones in the kitchen and create special memories while trying out new recipes or sharing family traditions.</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'>The aromas are irresistible</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Who doesn't love the smell of freshly baked cookies, bread, or pies? National Baking Week is a feast for the senses and fills our homes with comforting and delicious scents that make us feel warm and cozy. So go ahead, indulge in some delicious baked goods and enjoy the delightful aromas.</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'>Baking helps with mental health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Baking is known as a form of mindfulness that can help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety. The act of measuring, mixing, and careful attention to detail can have a calming effect.</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'>The world's largest baking show takes place in Germany</h3><p class='facts-content'>IBA, hosted in Munich, is the world's leading Trade Fair for Bakery, Confectionery, and Snacks. With 12 halls, it features everything baking from machinery to ingredients.</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'>The most expensive cake cost $75 million</h3><p class='facts-content'>Baked by British designer Debbie Wingham, it was a birthday cake shaped like a fashion runway and featured diamonds and other precious jewels making it worth $75 million.</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'>Nearly 2 billion pies are consumed each year in the US</h3><p class='facts-content'>From apple to cherry and pumpkin to pecan, Americans love their pies. Almost 2 billion pies are consumed across America annually, showing baking is a treasured pastime for many households.</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'>Bread baking dates back over 14,000 years</h3><p class='facts-content'>It's surmised that bread baking began when ancient man started grinding grains and mixing it with water. The mixture would then be left in the sun, thus creating a crude form of flatbread.</p></div></div>
National Baking Week is celebrated on October 14 every year. In 2024, National Baking Week will occur on a Monday.
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