On February 1st, the world celebrates International Dessert Day — a holiday dedicated to various sweets that bring joy and pleasure to gourmets around the globe. Although it is an unofficial holiday, it is gaining more and more popularity among dessert lovers.

International Dessert Day traces its origins back to February 1, 2008, when American blogger and pastry chef Angie Dudley introduced her signature dessert — the cake pop. This bite-sized cake on a stick quickly gained popularity, and the date of its creation became an occasion for an annual celebration.

On this day, pastry shops worldwide present new desserts, hold master classes on making and decorating sweets, and organize competitions among chefs. Dessert lovers have a great opportunity to try new treats and enjoy their favorite dishes.