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Lent and Easter: The Fast and the Feast
In pre-Christian Ireland, the spring celebration on May 1 was called Bealtaine. Household fires were…
Sláinte! The Pleasures of an Irish Pub
We Irish are a garrulous folk, given to long-winded debates at the drop of a…
Bid Thy Guests Welcome Though They Come At Any Hour
In the 16th century Elizabeth I was Queen of England. Spain and England were at…
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Sláinte! The Hedgerow Harvest
Recently I had an opportunity to visit Kauai, The Garden Isle of Hawaii. While pouring over tourism info prior to leaving LA, I noticed a place that locals are so […]
Sláinte! Rhubarb: The Sweet & Sour of Irish Pies
Often when I sit down to write Sláinte! I find myself ruminating about my Dad’s favorite foods, which writing this ongoing series has revealed to me are almost always directly […]
Sláinte! Oats: The Original Comfort Food
Call me crazy, but oatmeal cookies have never had a spot on my favorite foods list. They’re too sweet. I prefer my oats prepared in such a way that I […]
Sláinte: Christmas Is Coming & The Goose Is Getting Fat
Christmas is one of those words that immediately brings thoughts to mind. First, and foremost in these troubled times, is the hope for peace on earth. Hard on the heels […]
Sláinte! The Irish Roots of Halloween
Ask anyone to name five favorite holidays, and it’s a sure bet Halloween will be on the list. Then ask how the celebration came to be. More than likely you’ll […]
Sláinte! The Feast of Lughnasa
The most joyous event of the Celtic year is Lughnasa (August 1), the beginning of the annual harvest. The Celtic calendar was structured on nature’s agricultural cycle and great festivals […]