October 20, in 2026 - World Chefs Day
October 20th of each year is "World Chefs Day" (International Chefs Day/World Chefs Day).
Origin and Significance of the Day
• Background: Proposed by the World Association of Chefs' Societies (Worldchefs) at its 31th General Assembly in Dublin, Ireland in March 2004, and officially designated on October 20th of the same year.
• Taiwan Certification: Taiwan, through its Ministry of the Interior and relevant agencies, designated this day as "Chefs Day" in 2011.
• Core Purpose: To pay tribute to chefs worldwide, enhance the professional image and social status of the culinary industry, promote healthy eating concepts, and recognize chefs' contributions to food culture and food safety.
• Not a Public Holiday: World Chefs Day is not a public holiday.