Dutch people wear pancakes on their heads because it’s Dutch Pancake Day when most of the world cooks their favorite sweet pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, reports Radioexe.
History Of The Tradition
The tradition of Sint Pannekoek originated from a 1986 cartoon by Dutch artist Jan Kruis. In the cartoon, a family is depicted wearing pancakes as hats, marking the quirky celebration.
Act Of The Monks
Years later, Kruis expanded the concept with “The Gospel of Saint Pannekoek,” narrating a tale of 12th-century monks sharing limited pancakes on a young monk’s birthday. When the senior monk becomes cold, the young one selflessly places his pancake on the elder’s head. This act prompts an angel to descend, flipping a pancake onto the young monk’s head. In awe, the others follow suit, celebrating the miraculous event and proclaiming a saint among them. This tradition has since become a unique and beloved annual celebration in the Netherlands, taking place on November 29th, where individuals wear pancakes on their heads while wishing each other a happy and blessed Saint Pancake.
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Source: Radioexe
