National Cake Day 2022: Celebrate this holiday season with these amazing cakes
National Cake Day falls on November 26 and gives us a chance to celebrate our beloved delicacy. Cakes originated in ancient Greece and Egypt but are now famous all over the world.

Folklore suggests that cakes originated in ancient Greece and Egypt. According to some beliefs, there are certain "bread-like" rich cakes that have Viking origins. Thus, the sweet delicacy loved by billions across the globe has a centuries-old tradition. The love of cake is generational, with grandmas and grandchildren loving it alike.
Here are some historical events that took place on National Cake Day:
- The only recipient of the Medal of Honor, Dr. Mary Walker, was born on November 26, 1832.
- President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday on November 26, 1836.
- The famous movie, Casablanca, was released on November 26, 1942.
- Maurice McDonald, the co-founder of McDonald’s, was born on November 26, 1955
Black Forest Cake
Black Forest cake is arguably the most common cake in the world. In some parts of the world, it’s also called the Black Forest gateau. It’s a chocolate sponge cake originating from Germany, with rich layers of whipped cream in between, topped with a lace of cherries.
Cheesecakes
Cheesecake is probably the most "American" cake of all, though it originates from Greece. A cheesecake has a giant layer of a mixture comprising cheese, sugar, and eggs on a base usually made from crushed cookies. Cheesecakes literally come in dozens of flavours and variants.
FAQs:
- When is National Cake Day?
It is celebrated every year on November 26. - Where did cakes originate from?
Ancient Greece and Egypt.
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