National Chopsticks Day
Mon Feb 6th

National Chopsticks Day

People around the world commemorate the humble and ancient utensils on February 6th each year on National Chopsticks Day.

Around 1200 B.C., Chinese cooks began using chopsticks to prepare food. These items were likely long enough to make into hot cooking pots.. Food was prepared in smaller pieces, reducing the number of ingredients needed to cook it. Then, about 400 B.C., when fuels for cooking became scarce, was sold in smaller portions, reducing the number of ingredients needed to cook it. B.C. At the same time, the desire for sharp eating utensils faded, and shorter chopsticks became available.

Since these handy eating accessories made their way to the dinner table, they have spread around the world. They're both portable and elegant in their style, but they also vary in style from region to region, with portable and elegant in their style.

Today chopsticks can be made from wood such as bamboo or aspen. Elaborately carved chopsticks can be cut from jade, ivory, or wood, and artisans can ornately paint some chopsticks with miniature scenes.

How to celebrate #nationalchopsticksday. www.nationalchopsticksdaycom

To eat your meals, use chopsticks. Use chopsticks or show someone how to use them. Show your favorite set of chopsticks or your new dish to eat with chopsticks. Visit your new restaurant where chopsticks are available. Make sure you give them a shout out, too!! Of course, you should invite someone to celebrate with you! You may want to bring them to join you in a chopstick competition to see who is the most proficient using them. To post on social media, be sure to use #NationalChopsticksDay..

Chopsticks

Is it difficult to learn how to use chopsticks? Q. Is it difficult to figure out how to use chopsticks? No. A. No. A. No. Learning how to use chopsticks requires practice and a little bit of dexterity.

Is there a limit to using chopsticks? Q. Is there a rule prohibiting chopsticks?

A. Yes. Yes. Yes. There are several etiquette laws that apply to chopstick use. tiquette laws vary by region. www.everychopsticks.com If you're worried about properly using chopsticks visit everythingchopsticks.com.