National Waffle Day in the USA

In 1869, on August 24, Cornelius Swerthout, a resident of the city of Troy, a citizen of the United States, was granted a patent. This patent was in the field of cooking. K.Swerthout invented a frying pan for baking waffles. The frying pan was a special double-sided frying pan, had a square shape, was used on a simple stove and consisted of a tray and a lid. This invention had to be constantly turned over to ensure even browning of the waffles, but the waffles in such a frying pan turned out soft and thin, without crunch. This invention helped in baking real American waffles, which have a difference in the dough recipe - slaked soda was added to the dough, unlike classic waffles (the classic waffle recipe involves the use of yeast). Since then, on August 24th, all waffle lovers in the United States of America celebrate “National Waffle Day.” Among Americans, waffles are considered a favorite breakfast; waffles are consumed with various additives and syrups. In American restaurants and coffee, waffles are a dessert served with various, sometimes unusual, additives. On the day of the national holiday, many American coffee shops offer a discount to customers who take the famous American waffle dessert. In honor of this sweet dessert, the Waffle House restaurant chain was opened in the United States in 1955, where waffles and maple syrup are always the constant dessert. American waffles can also be used in US restaurants and cafes as a side dish for meat. Any edible product can be added to waffles, from sweet jam to pate and fish. Almost every American family has its own family recipe for waffles. On National Waffle Day, there is a large influx of people in restaurants and coffee shops; tables are booked in advance. On this day, all Americans prepare waffles everywhere throughout the United States of America. All kinds of local festivals, fairs and celebrations are organized. People also celebrate National Waffle Day with their families by eating huge amounts of baked waffles and drinking sweet tea. American waffles are distinguished by their shape and pattern, which resembles a honeycomb. Currently, waffles are the national dish of the United States of America, which every visiting tourist should try.