What Is Pancake Day?

Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day is a holiday that is celebrated in many countries around the world.

It is the day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the season of Lent in the Christian religion. During Lent, many people observe a period of fasting and abstention from certain foods, and Pancake Day has been popularised as a way to use up rich ingredients such as eggs, milk, and sugar that were traditionally avoided during the lent season.

On Pancake Day, people traditionally eat pancakes, which are a type of thin, flat cake made from a batter of eggs, milk, and flour. Pancakes can be served with a variety of toppings, such as fruit, syrup, butter, and sugar. Pancake Day is also a popular time for pancake races and other fun events.

It is celebrated in many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It is also celebrated in some countries in Europe, such as France, Germany, and Sweden, and in other parts of the world as well.

Do you need a pancake recipe to make some pancakes to celebrate?

Check out the BBC Food website for a variety of sweet and savoury pancake recipes>>