Celebrate Father's Day with a Unique Pasty-Making Experience

Celebrate Father's Day with a Unique Pasty-Making Experience

Father's Day has an interesting history that dates back to the early 20th century. It is widely believed that the celebration originated thanks to a woman named Sonora Louise Smart of Washington State in the USA.

After her mother died while giving birth to her sixth child, Sonora's father raised the family on his own. Inspired by his dedication, Sonora felt that fathers deserved recognition too. In 1909, after hearing a church sermon about Mother's Day, she began campaigning for a special day to honour fathers.

Several local clergymen supported her idea, and it is believed that the first unofficial Father's Day was celebrated on 19 June 1910. More than 50 years later, in 1966, US President Lyndon B. Johnson proclaimed that Father's Day should be observed on the third Sunday in June. Six years later, President Richard Nixon signed it into law, making it an official national holiday.

Today, Father's Day continues to be celebrated on the third Sunday of June, with families coming together to show appreciation for the fathers and father figures in their lives. Whether it's a thoughtful gift, a family meal, or simply spending quality time together, there are many ways to mark the occasion.

If you're looking for a memorable gift this Father's Day, why not treat your dad to something a little different? A place on one of our popular pasty-making classes could be the perfect way to celebrate.

During the class, you'll learn the art of traditional Cornish pasty making from experienced local bakers and create your very own pasty from scratch. While your pasty bakes, relax and enjoy a delicious cream tea on the quay before taking your freshly baked creation home.

Better still, why not join your dad and make a day of it together?

To find out more and book your place, visit:

https://stmawesbakery.com/pages/learn-to-bake-like-a-local

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