I Hate Coriander Day

I Hate Coriander Day is a worldwide holiday that supports people’s negative opinions about coriander. You can openly express your dislike of the seasoning because you will be supported by thousands of people. The holiday is annually on February 24.

History

Coriander is thought to have come to Europe from the Eastern Mediterranean with the Roman conquerors around 100 AD. In the 15th century, it spread actively throughout European countries and was brought to America. Today, coriander is used in cooking, cosmetology, and soap making.

Coriander as a spice is made from the crushed seeds of the plant of the same name. The I Hate Coriander Day celebration began in 2013 when a Facebook group was created for coriander opponents. It sounds pretty ridiculous, but today it has over 200,000 members.

According to studies by scientists, more than 10% of people are ardent opponents of coriander. It tastes like soap to them, so using the seasoning in cooking is out of the question. This dislike is thought to be due to the OR6A2 gene in humans, which alters receptor perception. The purpose of the holiday also has a very practical meaning – restaurants and cafes should indicate in the composition of dishes if coriander is included, so that customers can see which dish they should not order.

Interesting facts

• Most of the opponents of coriander are of European origin.
• “Stink bug” is how the name coriander translates if you analyze the Greek origin of the word.
• The global dislike of coriander gave rise to its other name – “the devil’s herb.”

How to celebrate

If you don’t like coriander, you can become a member of the “I Hate Coriander” group. Share your experience of trying this seasoning for the first time and what exactly you didn’t like. Talk to other users about your favorite spices.

When is I Hate Coriander Day in 2025?

I Hate Coriander Day is observed on February 24 each year.

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