Fans who are nuts about the famous hazelnut cocoa spread are celebrating World Nutella Day on February 5 to honour the chocolate spread that was created some seventy years ago.
The World Nutella Day official website https://www.nutelladay.com/es explains how Sara loved Nutella so much that she thought it deserved a holiday… And Nutella fans loved the idea! They came together from all over the world to celebrate their passion for Nutella on social media through photos, recipes and messages. They made this day a global phenomenon with people sharing and spreading the wonder of Nutella at home, work and school; In their offline and online communities, with family, friends and fellow fans everywhere.
In 2015, Sara transferred World Nutella® Day to Ferrero (the makers of Nutella) to help it live on and grow for years to come.
Since then, every year Nutella searches for someone with Sara’s devotion to lead the fan celebration on World Nutella Day.
Would you like to be part of this global celebration? Here are some ways to celebrate this important day:
- Make a recipe with Nutella
- Write a song or poem about Nutella
- Enjoy Nutella somewhere interesting
- Take a selfie with Nutella
- Create some Nutella inspired art
- Do an original flavour pairing
- Share your first Nutella experience
- Give Nutella to people you love
- Introduce someone to Nutella for the first time
- Host a Nutella theme party
Use the #WorldNutellaDay hashtag to share your love for Nutella with the world!
Nutella Café, a trip to the world of hazelnut cocoa spread
In 2017, Nutella Café opened on Michigan Avenue, just a few streets from Chicago’s main tourist attraction, the Millennium Park.
The two-storey café is managed by the Italian company Ferrero, which created Nutella more than 50 years ago, and is decorated with posters of hazelnuts and painted with the same red colour used for the Nutella logo.
True to its tradition, the café’s menu offers delicious treats for all who want to savour Nutella at any time of the day by serving baguettes with Nutella, granola with yoghurt, banana crepes, waffles with fruit compote, ice cream, fruit salad and everything else you can imagine accompanied with the sweet cocoa spread. Where would you like to be now on a trip to Chicago?
10 things to see and do in Chicago in wintertime besides visiting the Nutella Café
If after reading about the Nutella Café you have ever fancied visiting the city of Chicago this winter, here are some recommendations of what to see and do in the Windy City.
- Grant Park
In downtown Chicago Loop, we have this huge urban park covering 120 hectares that features the Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Buckingham Fountain and the Museum Campus.
Millennium Park
This is undoubtedly one of the best-known and most emblematic places in the Windy City. A great place for a leisurely stroll and home to noteworthy tourist attractions such as:
- Cloud Gate (popularly known as The Bean). Designed as a giant curved mirror to reflect the city’s famous skyline.
- Pritzker Pavilion. A spectacular open-air auditorium designed by Frank Gehry and home to some of the most entertaining festivals on the east coast.
- Crown Fountain. Designed by the Catalan artist and sculptor Jaume Plensa, these two 15m tall towers have photos of people living in Chicago projected on them, and the water from the fountain comes out of their mouths. The fountain and screens are usually turned off during the winter months due to the low temperatures and snowfall.
- Skating Rink. One of the advantages of travelling to Chicago in winter is that you can enjoy this popular skating rink for free (if you don’t have skates, you can rent them for $10 and skate for as long as you want as there’s no time limit).
Art Institute
Its extraordinary location, renowned facade guarded by two bronze lions and extensive collection of art make it one of the most important cultural attractions in the city. The Art Institute of Chicago boasts the third-largest collection of art in the country. It was first opened in 1893 and is recognised worldwide for its large collection of impressionist paintings.
Buckingham Fountain
One of the largest fountains in the world, built in a wedding cake style and frequently thanks to its central location in Grant Park and the fact that it marks the starting point of the historic Route 66. In summer it beautifies the city landscape, especially with the spectacular light and music show after sunset, but this changes when it snows in winter as it’s often turned off.
Museum Campus
Museum Campus houses some of the city’s most notable attractions: the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium (the first planetarium in the US) and Soldier Field. It was created to transform the vicinity of the city’s top attractions into a scenic pedestrian-friendly area, far from the hustle and bustle of the city and with incredible views of Chicago’s skyline. Even if you’re not particularly interested in visiting the museums, we recommend visiting the area just for the views.
Observatories
Hancock Tower (now called 360 Chicago) boasts some of the best views of the city. Entrance to the observatory on the 94th floor costs $22. Or you buy a ticket that allows you two visits on the same day to enjoy the sun and the stars, and this costs $26.50.
360 Chicago also added its TILT attraction a few years back with floor to ceiling windows that slowly tilt outside the building to offer dizzying views of the city.
Magnificent Mile
The Magnificent Mile is the city’s main shopping street with many high-end shops, restaurants, museums and hotels. It runs from North Michigan Avenue to Oak Street. If you’re searching for bargains, the cheapest shops can be found all along State Street in the Loop district. There are also plenty of shopping centres throughout the city, but two of the best for us are Macys and Water Tower Place.
Theatre District
Although the city has more than 200 theatres, the best known and least touristic are found in the Theatre District in the heart of the Loop. We especially recommend the Chicago Theatre and the Goodman Theatre (the city’s oldest and largest non-profit theatre). It’s also a great spot for a stroll around at night when the lights from the theatre houses flooding the streets.
Lake Shore Drive
A must-see in summer to enjoy the beaches and play some volleyball. It’s also enjoyable to visit in winter and enjoy the spectacular views of the city, just make sure to wrap up well as it’s FREEZING COLD!
United Center
Visit the United Center and the statues of famous sports stars with a guided tour or by attending a Chicago Bulls game. I think it’s pretty obvious, which is the best option. It’s an unforgettable experience whether you’re a basketball fan or not. And you can get cheap tickets (25-35 euros) if you buy them a bit in advance of the game. Seeing the Bulls in action is one of the main reasons to visit Chicago in winter.
Jazz and Blues Clubs
Jazz and blues are part of Chicago’s culture. There are a great many clubs to choose from. You can get detailed information about different clubs and concerts in the Tourist Information Center (located in the Cultural Center, just in front of Millennium Park). One must-visit, and one of the most famous clubs in the city, is Green Mill, which was frequented by the notorious Al Capone during the prohibition era. Highly recommended. Prices vary depending on the performance on the night.
Elevator Train
The brown line rapid transit system, nicknamed the elevator, runs above ground on elevated tracks in the downtown part of the city, giving passengers a unique view of Chicago. It’s also great for short journeys inside the Loop district in wintertime.
Chicago River & Oak Park
You can travel around inside the city by boat on the Chicago River in summer, but in winter it’s transformed into a vast sheet of ice. No matter what time of year you visit Chicago, it’s still incredibly beautiful.
Navy Pier
It’s no coincidence that we’ve put the pier at the end of our list. Navy Pier is a hive of activity during the summer, attracting thousands of visitors every day with leading national and international festivals. Still, it loses its appeal during the winter months. Make sure to visit it if you’re travelling to Chicago in spring or summer!
Today,
regardless of where you are in the world… don’t forget to share how you’re
celebrating World Nutella Day on your social networks! #WorldNutellaDay
