September 13
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
Let your little chefs take charge on National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day and watch them whip up delicious meals for the whole family!
Introduction
Get ready for some delicious chaos in the kitchen on September 13th because it's National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! This fun and unique holiday encourages children to step into the role of chef and cook up a storm in the kitchen. It was created by mom and food blogger J.M. Hirsch in 2010 as a way to get kids interested in cooking and spending quality time with their families. So put on your aprons, gather your little ones, and get ready to whip up some tasty treats together!
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day Timeline
How to Celebrate National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
1
Plan a kids' cooking competition
Gather up some friends and have a friendly competition in the kitchen! Each team can come up with their own dish and then have a panel of judges (parents or other adults) taste and score each dish.
2
Try out new recipes together
Take this opportunity to explore new recipes with your kids. Let them choose a recipe they want to try and work together to make it in the kitchen. It's a great way to bond and learn new skills!
3
Create a themed menu
Pick a theme for your kids' takeover in the kitchen. It could be a specific cuisine, a color, or even a movie or book. Then, plan out a menu that fits the theme and have fun making and eating it together.
4
Decorate aprons or chef hats
Get creative and have your kids decorate their own aprons or chef hats before heading into the kitchen. It'll make them feel like professional chefs and add a fun element to the day!
5
Teach kitchen safety and basic cooking skills
Use this day as an opportunity to teach your kids about kitchen safety and basic cooking skills. Show them how to properly use knives, handle hot pots and pans, and measure ingredients. These are valuable skills they can carry with them for a lifetime.
Why We Love National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
It encourages kids to develop important life skills
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day is a fun way for children to learn essential cooking and kitchen skills, such as following recipes, measuring ingredients, and food safety. These are important skills that they can carry with them into adulthood.
It promotes family bonding and teamwork
Cooking together as a family on this day allows for quality time to be spent with each other. Parents can bond with their children over preparing a meal, and siblings can work together as a team in the kitchen. It's a great opportunity to strengthen familial relationships.
It empowers kids to try new foods
Giving kids control of the kitchen for a day allows them to explore different flavors and cuisines. They may be more likely to try new foods if they have a hand in making them. This can lead to healthier and more adventurous eating habits in the future.
Holiday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sep 13 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | Sep 13 | Friday |
| 2025 | Sep 13 | Saturday |
| 2026 | Sep 13 | Sunday |
| 2027 | Sep 13 | Monday |
