National Cheeseburger Day

National Cheeseburger Day History

National Cheeseburger Day is dedicated to honoring the history, cultural influence, and widespread consumption of cheeseburgers. It also reflects the culinary expertise, creativity, and diverse tastes present across the United States, as restaurants and home cooks alike showcase their unique takes on this classic dish.

The concept of adding cheese to a hamburger first gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s in the United States. Since then, the cheeseburger has come to epitomize the American fast food experience, evolving into endless variations and combinations that cater to different tastes and preferences. National Cheeseburger Day seeks to remind people in America of the enduring popularity and cultural significance of this beloved dish, as well as promoting culinary creativity and diversity across the nation.

Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day in America often involves indulging in this tasty creation at home, with loved ones, or at one of the numerous restaurants offering special deals and promotions on the day. The celebration encourages both aficionados and casual diners to gather and enjoy the iconic meal in all its forms, providing a much-needed boost to local and national economies in the process. National Cheeseburger Day is observed annually on September 18th.

Facts about National Cheeseburger Day

• According to the US Department of Agriculture, the average cheeseburger contains 303 calories and 30 grams of carbohydrates, as well as 41 mg of cholesterol.
• According to archeologists, ancient Egyptian tombs contain murals about cheese making, which date back to 2000BC.
• In 2008, Burger King released a men's cologne called Flame. This cologne was marketed as the scent of seduction with a hint of flame-broiled meat.
• Each year, McDonald's serves more than 5 billion burgers, which translates into a heard of 25 million cows.
• Life is too short to miss out on the beautiful things in life like a double cheeseburger. - Channing Tatum

In the News and Trending in the US for National Cheeseburger Day

Top things to do in the US for National Cheeseburger Day

• Enjoy a cheeseburger for lunch or dinner. Try it with an exotic cheese. Our favorites: Havarti, blue cheese, smoked gouda and goat cheese.
• To try a twist on the traditional cheeseburger with a veggie, tofu, lamb, bison or chicken patty instead.
• To celebrate National Cheeseburger Day, host a cheeseburger tasting with your family and friends. You can create slider cheeseburgers with an assortment of toppings, including:
  - Spicy curry mayo with a mango salsa
  - Fried egg and bacon
  - Mac & Cheese
  - Grilled eggplant and humus
  - Wasabi mayo and avocado
  - Guacamole, lettuce and tomato
• Enjoy a free cheeseburger or a cheeseburger upgrade on this national holiday. Some restaurants are offering free cheeseburgers for downloading aps, others free upgrades and others free cheeseburgers for sharing promotional hashtags.
• Watch empowering documentaries about the impact of unhealthy eating on health and well-being:
  1) Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead (2010)
  2) Supersize Me (2004)
  3) Food, Inc (2008)