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Let's get ready to celebrate World Porridge Day on October 10! This special day was created to honor the original porridge dish that has been around since as early as 6,000 BC. It is a type of cereal food made by boiling ground, crushed or chopped starchy plants such as oats, rice, wheat and barley in water or milk. Porridge has been eaten for centuries across different cultures and it remains an important part of many people's diet today. On World Porridge Day, let us all appreciate this amazing food that warms our hearts and stomachs!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>6000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Porridge Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Archaeologists unearth pottery predating to 6000 BC from Southern Italy, containing traces of oats; the possible origin of porridge.</div></div></div><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'>Industrial Revolution Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, the Industrial Revolution significantly impacted oat milling, which made the processing of oats for porridge easier and more efficient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Instant Porridge Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Quaker Oats Company introduced instant porridge, making the beloved meal more accessible to busy families worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Porridge Championship Created</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship was established in Scotland in 1996, celebrating oatmeal and its preparation globally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of World Porridge Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mary's Meals, a global charity, initiated World Porridge Day as a fundraising event aiming to provide food education in developing countries.</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'>Create a porridge feast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all the ingredients you need to make a variety of porridges, such as millet, oats, quinoa, rice, and buckwheat. Then whip up a variety of flavors like blueberry and banana, pumpkin spice, and apple cinnamon. Invite some friends over and enjoy!</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'>Throw a porridge party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a fun porridge party. Make sure to have some creative toppings like dried fruits, nuts, honey, or even chocolate chips. Have some fun with it!</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'>Visit a porridge cafe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>There are many cafes that specialize in porridge dishes. Search for one near you and try out some of their amazing creations!</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'>Cook with porridge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use porridge in your everyday cooking to add some flavor and texture to your meals. Porridge can be used in many dishes such as risotto, omelettes, muffins, and even ice cream!</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'>Try unique porridges</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Explore different types of porridges from around the world like Kenyan uji, Indian kheer, Filipino arroz caldo, or South African pap. Try something new and delicious!</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'>Porridge is healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Porridge is a great source of nutrition, especially for breakfast. It's high in fiber and contains important vitamins and minerals like iron and calcium. Plus, it's low in fat and calories, making it a healthy and filling way to start your day!</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's easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>It doesn't take much effort or time to whip up some porridge. All you need is some oats, milk (or water) and patience while stirring on the stove - you can have a delicious meal in no time! You can also customize it with nuts, seeds or fresh fruit.</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'>Versatile ingredient</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Porridge isn't just limited to breakfast - it can be used in many desserts as well. Try adding some cooked porridge to muffin batter or cookie dough for added nutrition and flavor. You can even make hearty soups or stews with uncooked oats stirred into the broth.</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'>Porridge Exists in Various Forms Globally</h3><p class='facts-content'>Known by many names such as grits in the southern United States, polenta in Italy or sadza in Africa, porridge takes on many delicious forms around the world, showcasing the versatility of this humble dish.</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'>Many Porridge Types are Naturally Gluten-Free</h3><p class='facts-content'>Porridge can be made from a multitude of grains. Many types of porridge such as cornmeal, rice, and quinoa are naturally gluten-free, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions.</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'>Porridge is Friend to Athletes and Diabetics Alike</h3><p class='facts-content'>The high complex carbohydrate content in porridge provides a slow-release, sustainable energy source, popular among athletes. It also helps in controlling blood sugar, beneficial for diabetics.</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'>Porridge is Heart Healthy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Porridges like oatmeal are known to contain beta-glucan, a type of fiber that has been shown to lower levels of bad LDL cholesterol, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease.</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'>Porridge Has Its Own World Championship</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to a day dedicated to it, porridge also has the Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship held annually in Scotland, underlining its importance and popularity globally.</p></div></div>
World Porridge Day is celebrated on October 10 every year. In 2024, World Porridge Day will occur on a Thursday.
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