It’s National Men Make Dinner Day, and the kitchen awaits

Don’t stress about cooking something for dinner after work today, girls. On this day, the spatula belongs to the men.

National Men Make Dinner Day, celebrated on the first Thursday in November, is meant to nudge the guys in the household toward the kitchen (and maybe even the dishwasher) for an evening of culinary creativity.

The unofficial holiday began in Canada in the early 2000s as a lighthearted way to encourage men who rarely cook to take charge of dinner at least once a year. The rules are simple. No barbecue, no takeout, and no microwaved meals are allowed. The point is to plan, prep, and plate a home-cooked meal from start to finish.

Let’s be real though: We don’t care if you call our favorite restaurant and get something delivered. You can even send a simple text that says, “D