This Halloween 64 million Americans will carve a pumpkin, but did you know the Irish brought the tradition of carving pumpkins at Halloween to America? Note: This post contains affiliate links which means I will earn a small commission should you choose to purchase a product through this link. The price you pay does not […]
Spiorad na Samhna – A Documentary Film About Halloween in Derry City.
Halloween and fall celebrations are in full swing all around America. Today, I have a little treat for all who are interested in Celtic history and the Irish origins of Halloween. I’m delighted to introduce you to a documentary film all about “Spiorad na Samhna” (phonetically pronounced as “spir-id nah sow-nah”, with “sow” said as […]
Colcannon – A Traditional Irish Halloween Dish
Colcannon? At Halloween? Most Americans think of Irish colcannon as a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dish, but colcannon was originally associated with Halloween in Ireland. What is Colcannon? Colcannon is mashed potato mixed with a green cooked and shredded vegetable such as cabbage or kale. There are many, many variations of the basic colcannon […]
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