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National Tater Tot Day

Tater tots bring joy to many, let’s honor this tasty treat!

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Tuesday, February 2Every year on February 2

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Roots: Created in 1953 by Nephi and Golden Grigg of Ore-Ida
Vibe: Comforting and nostalgic
Also on Feb 2: World Play Your Ukulele Day · World Wetlands Day · Groundhog Day
Hashtag: #NationalTaterTotDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Bake a loaded tray

Top crispy tots with cheese, bacon bits, and sour cream for a loaded snack.

WITH FRIENDS

Host a tot bar

Set out tots and toppings so friends can build their own loaded plates.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Bring tots for lunch

Fry or bake a batch of tots and share them with coworkers at noon.

Plan ahead

National Tater Tot Day is observed on February 2 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

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Fast facts

1953Created in 1953 by Nephi and Golden Grigg of Ore-Ida

Tater tots were originally made from leftover potato scraps

The story

Tater tots, those delightful, bite-sized potato pieces, have a storied history dating back to the early 1950s. Invented by brothers Nephi and Golden Grigg of Ore-Ida in 1953, they were born out of a desire to use leftover potato scraps from French fry production. The original concept was simple: to create a product that was both delicious and efficient, something that resonates with our love for comfort food.

Read the full story

Since their inception, tater tots have transcended their humble beginnings as a side dish. Today, they grace menus from fast-food joints to upscale restaurants, often dressed up with gourmet toppings such as truffle oil, cheese, or spicy aioli. Their versatility is part of what makes them a favorite across a wide demographic, appealing to both children and adults alike.

February 2 is the designated day to celebrate these crispy morsels. Families can gather around the dinner table to enjoy tater tot casseroles, while friends might compete to create the most inventive twist on the classic. Social media lights up with photos of tater tot creations, reminding everyone of the simple joys these little bites can bring.

While tater tots are quintessentially American, their appeal is global. Variations exist in various cultures, from the Spanish croquetas to the South American papas rellenas, which shows how comfort food can unite different culinary traditions. On National Tater Tot Day, we celebrate not just the food itself, but the shared experiences and memories it fosters.