Fish Fingers and Custard Day: History, Facts & Insights

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📅 What day is Fish Fingers and Custard Day 2024?

In 2024, Fish Fingers and Custard Day is on Monday, April 3rd. It is the 1st Monday in April; in 2024, it is Wednesday. There are until the next observance. You also can view all the cool details and facts about April 3, 2023, that you might not be aware of.

Every year on April 3rd, fans of the British science fiction show “Doctor Who” celebrate “Fish Fingers and Custard Day.” This unique holiday was inspired by a memorable scene in the show where the Eleventh Doctor, played by Matt Smith, indulges in a snack of fried fish sticks with a dip made of vanilla custard. Despite the unusual combination, many fans decided to give it a try. The BBC, who aired the episode, recognized the popularity of this moment and dedicated a whole day to promoting the show. Since its first commemoration on April 3, 2012, Fish Fingers and Custard Day has become an annual tradition.

📜 Fish Fingers and Custard Day History

The Doctor accidentally crashes his TARDIS in a beautiful English town called Leadworth, where he meets a young girl named Amelia Pond. They quickly become close friends and the Doctor asks Amelia to make him something to eat in the kitchen. After rejecting several meals, he discovers fish fingers and custard in the fridge and decides to try them together. However, the Doctor has to leave with the promise of returning in five minutes. Unfortunately, due to time and distance complications, he doesn’t come back for 14 years, during which Amelia has grown up.

When the Doctor finally reunites with the adult Amelia, he recalls the first time he ate fish custard. Amelia reminds him of the meal, calling it “fish fingers and custard,” to show that she is telling the truth. Even the TARDIS, through a voice interface that looks like Amelia, mentions fish fingers and custard to encourage the Doctor not to give up. Fans of the show believe that these references highlight the significance of fish custard as a symbol of the strong friendship between the Doctor and Amelia. The popularity of the meal led the BBC to create Fish Fingers and Custard Day.

✅ Fish Fingers and Custard Day Facts

🔖 The Graham Norton Show
During a Christmas episode of The Graham Norton Show in 2010, Matt Smith actually consumed the fish custard.

🔖 Fans eating fish custard
In the beginning, tennis was played on a court that had the shape of an hourglass.

🔖 Replaced by coconut breaded cakes
According to Matt Smith, he professed to enjoying the combination of fish fingers and custard, considering it a delightful experience. However, he later switched to coconut breaded cakes after a few attempts.

👍 Why Is Fish Fingers and Custard Day Important

Fish Fingers and Custard Day are popular among fans. They’ve tried it and liked eating fish fingers with custard; therefore, it’s a popular combo.

For those who have watched the show, the holiday brings back memories. It transports us back to the moment we first witnessed the show.

The unusual combination might never have been discovered if not for the show. The day also allows folks to taste the combo and determine whether or not they like it.

🙂 How To Observe Fish Fingers and Custard Day

⚡ Record yourself eating

⚡ Taste the combination
If you’re a fan of “Doctor Who” or enjoy fish fingers, today is the perfect day to experiment with unique food combinations. Give this combination a try and share the idea with your friends and family.

⚡ Watch or rewatch the episode
You can film yourself consuming fish fingers and custard. Share your thoughts on social media, whether you agree or disagree.

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