Celebrate National Popcorn Day

National Popcorn Day, 19th of January, is the perfect excuse to enjoy one of the simplest, most comforting snacks around. 

Light, crunchy and endlessly adaptable, popcorn suits cosy nights in just as well as big celebrations.

Keep it classic

You can’t beat freshly popped corn with a pinch of sea salt and a knob of melted butter. It’s nostalgic, satisfying and still a cinema favourite for a reason.

Go sweet

If you have a sweet tooth, try caramel popcorn, toffee-coated kernels or a light dusting of cinnamon sugar. Chocolate drizzle or white chocolate buttons stirred through while still warm make it feel extra indulgent.

Try something savoury

Popcorn also works brilliantly with savoury flavours. Think cheese powder, smoked paprika, chilli flakes, garlic salt or even a little truffle oil for a more grown-up twist.

Make it a mini event

Turn National Popcorn Day into a small celebration:

Set up a popcorn bar with bowls of toppings

Pair it with a film night or box-set binge

Portion it into paper cones for a fun, old-school feel

A lighter snack option

Air-popped popcorn is naturally wholegrain and relatively low in calories, making it a great alternative to crisps when you fancy something crunchy without going overboard.

Whether you keep it simple or get creative with flavours, National Popcorn Day is all about enjoying a humble snack that never really goes out of style.

You can buy popcorn cooking machines for home use, cook them in lidded pan or even buy popcorn for cooking in a microwave. We won't judge you!