Dating back to ancient Rome and medieval Europe, the sweet custard-like tart known as flan is popular in many cultures today.

Originally a savory dish, flan was adapted into a sweet dessert by the Spanish, who introduced caramelized sugar to the recipe.

When Spanish conquistadors traveled to the Americas, they brought flan with them, introducing it to Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.

Among Basques, Hispanics and Latin communities today, the dessert can be found at almost every casual family gathering, wedding, birthday or other celebration.

Flan Day is widely observed in Spanish and Latin communities as a delightful occasion to appreciate this beloved dessert.