Homemade Bread Day

National Homemade Bread Day is celebrated in the United States on November 17th. It’s a delicious reason to fill your home with the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked bread. Whether you prefer classic white, rustic whole grain, or creative recipes with nuts and seeds, this is the day to bake and share bread with family and friends.

History

The exact origin of National Homemade Bread Day is unknown, but bread itself has accompanied humanity for thousands of years. The earliest breads date back to the Neolithic period, about 10,000 years ago in Europe. Archaeologists even found ancient ovens in the ruins of Pompeii, proving how important bread was in daily life. There were more than 1,000 bakeries in Pompeii before the eruption! Today, technology makes bread-baking easier than ever with modern bread machines that knead, rise, and bake for you. Homemade bread is often healthier and free from unnecessary additives—just the ingredients you choose.

Interesting facts

• There is a unique bread room in Salvador Dalí’s house-museum in Paris—everything in it is made from bread.
• Bakers in the Byzantine Empire (10th century) were exempt from taxes.
• In India, it is considered a serious insult to speak disrespectfully about bread at someone’s table.
• In England, a law passed in 1266 required loaves to weigh at least 600 grams. This rule was enforced for centuries and changed only in 2008.

How to take part

Try out a new bread recipe or experiment with flavors you love. If you have a bread maker, put it to use, or bake your favorite loaf in the oven. Invite friends or family to a tasting and enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade bread.

When is National Homemade Bread Day in 2025?

National Homemade Bread Day is observed on November 17 each year.

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