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Kick off the sweetest week of the year with "National Waffle Week" starting on September 1. Celebrated every first week of September since the late 1800s, this delicious holiday began as a tradition in the United States, but soon spread worldwide in befitting homage to this breakfast favorite. Waffles, with their crispy golden outsides and soft warm interiors, have been tantalizing taste buds for centuries. Whether served with a generous drizzle of syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, fresh fruits or savory additions, there's no denying the endless appeal of this versatile dish. It's time to heat up those waffle irons and get ready for a week of indulging!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1869</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Waffle Iron Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cornelius Swarthout received the first U.S. patent for a waffle iron, marking an important step in the waffle's widespread popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1889</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Waffles at World's Fair</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Belgian waffle, known for its larger squares and lighter texture, was introduced to the American public at the 1889 World's Fair in Paris.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Frozen Waffles Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Eggo company debuted their "Froffles" – frozen waffles that could be heated up in the toaster, making waffles a daily treat rather than a special occasion breakfast.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Waffle House Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Waffle House restaurant opened in Avondale Estates, Georgia, further popularizing waffles as a central component of American breakfast cuisine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Waffle Week Tradition</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Waffle Week became a widely observed tradition. The holiday is reported to have been celebrated as early as the late 1800s.</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'>Waffles Get Creative</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 2010s saw the rise of creative culinary takes on waffles, including waffle sandwiches, waffle cones with savory fillings, and waffles used as bread for a variety of dishes.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cook a waffle breakfast</h3><p class='facts-text'>Start off the day with a huge pile of delicious waffles. Try out different recipes and toppings, from classic maple syrup and butter to fresh fruit, whipped cream or even savoury toppings like cheese or bacon. Let your taste buds guide you.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a waffle party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite your friends and family for a waffle-themed party. Get everyone to bring their favorite waffle toppings or have a few waffle stations for guests to make their own.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Explore international styles</h3><p class='facts-text'>Try out different styles of waffles from around the world. From Belgian Liege waffles to American style, there's a whole world of waffles waiting to be discovered.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit a local waffle shop or cafe</h3><p class='facts-text'>Support your local eateries by visiting a local waffle shop or café. Discover new favorites and enjoy the charm of dining out.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a waffle journal</h3><p class='facts-text'>Chronic your waffle adventures in a journal. Document each new recipe or waffle shop you try, rating your experience, and perhaps including a photo of the delicious dish.</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 culinary adventure</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Waffle Week is all about exploring the versatility of waffles. Be it breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert, there's always a waffle recipe for any occasion. Plus, it offers a chance to experiment with various international styles, from fluffy American waffles to creamy Belgian Liege waffles.</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 encourages creativity and sharing</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hosting a waffle-themed party allows you to get creative with waffle toppings and present beautiful and delicious dishes, while spending quality time with loved ones. Plus, it's an excellent opportunity to learn new recipes from friends and family.</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 supports local businesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating National Waffle Week by visiting a local waffle shop or café not only means discovering new favorites, but also showing support to local businesses. It's a delicious way to contribute to the local economy!</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'>Ancient Greeks Were Among the First Waffle Makers</h3><p class='facts-content'>The art of waffle making dates back to Ancient Greece. They cooked flat cakes, called obelios, between two metal plates. These early waffles were often topped with vegetables and herbs.</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 Word 'Waffle' Has Dutch Origins</h3><p class='facts-content'>The word "waffle" is believed to have originated from the Dutch word "wafel", which itself comes from the Frankish word "wafla", meaning "honeycomb" or "cake".</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'>There Are Over a Dozen Varieties of Waffles</h3><p class='facts-content'>From crispy to fluffy, sweet to savory, waffles come in many different varieties. These include Belgian, American, Liège, Brussels, Hong Kong, and Scandinavian style waffles, just to name a few!</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'>The Longest Waffle Ever Made Measured 110 Feet Long!</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 2017, a team in the Netherlands cooked up a staggering 110 feet and 10 inches waffle - earning themselves a place in the Guinness World Records.</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'>Waffle Irons Were Once an Important Family Heirloom</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the 18th and 19th centuries, families often passed waffle irons down from generation to generation like precious heirlooms. Many households even had waffle recipes that were secret family traditions.</p></div></div>
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