Millennial Men Are Redefining Domestic Roles by Taking Over the Kitchen
A 2026 Slate article by Luke Winkie highlights a shift in household dynamics, noting that men are increasingly taking on the primary role of home cook. Citing a 2025 report by Laina Ewoldt, the piece notes that the percentage of men who cook regularly rose from 36% to 52% between 2003 and 2023, with college-educated men showing the largest increase. Winkie attributes this change to the influence of casual cooking media, the pandemic, and a generational preference for cooking as a 'fun' chore over other domestic tasks. While this shift is seen as positive for gender equality, critics note it may simply redistribute labor rather than eliminate the imbalance of household responsibilities.