One of the best things about having lived in different countries is incorporating different traditions to my life back home. I spent 9 months living in Dublin and attending Trinity College while I was at University. This time allowed me to learn a great deal about this wonderful country. Probably their most famous celebration is Saint Patrick’s Day which is held on Thursday, March 17. So in honor of the saint patron of Ireland I’m going to show you how to host a Saint Patrick’s Day feast.
First thing is the decoration. A beautiful bouquet or a centerpiece at the table is always a must. This one has the colors of the Irish flag. In case you don’t know, here’s the history behind the flag.
The green symbolises Irish republicanism. The orange represents the minority who were supporters of King William III, who was of the House of Orange.The white in the centre signifies a lasting truce between the two cultures and a living together in peace. The flag, as a whole, is intended to symbolise the inclusion and hoped-for union of the people of different traditions on the island of Ireland.
A hearty main course is traditional for St. Paddy’s Day. This dish consists of Irish beef with a side of potatoes in their jackets and peas. No Irish-themed meal is complete without Irish bread and good Irish butter.
For something sweet I got these Saint Patrick’s cupcakes with gold, sharmrocks and green frosting. And don’t forget a warm mug of Irish coffee to top it off.
Ingredients
8 teaspoons of sugar
1/2 cup whiskey
2 cups hot brewed coffee
1/2 cup heavy cream
Directions
Place 2 teaspoons of sugar in each of 4 mugs. Add 2 tablespoons of whiskey to each mug, then fill with coffee. Hold a spoon, rounded side up, over each mug and slowly pour the cream over the spoon, floating it on top of the coffee. Serves 4.
For more inspiration check out this mushroom, ham and tomato quiche with Guinness (for strength) or these other Saint Paddy’s cupcakes.
Cristina xo
What a fancy way to celebrate St Patricks! So much green and Irish paraphernalia in one day! Hahaha
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This is so cute, I love the cupcakes
xo
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This is absolutely adorable! Also, I had no idea you were from Spain too! It's wonderful to find Spaniards who blog in English! 🙂
Love,
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Yum …everything looks perfect & beautiful!
Love the flowers right down to the cupcakes!
Super cute!
Happy St. Patrick's Day.
Katelyn
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Those cupcakes look amazing!
xx Kelly
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Ugh everything looks so great! I have never actually celebrated the day, maybe in elementary school but I never knew the history of it! Great post! 🙂
xx Kenzie
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Nice post for this upcoming events.
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I love it!! Have a good day doll!!
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These look delicious and you look gorgeous!
xo Jen
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looks like a great feast!
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This is a really cool idea for a post! I love parties with cupcakes and special things according to the occasion! Makes me wonder….. where was my invite girl?!?!
xx The Heba
Lovely post!!
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This looks like such a nice little feast! I love St. Patrick's Day and look forward to hosting get-togethers like this one in the future!
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I appreciate how you shared about the meaning behind some traditions of St Patty's Day. It's so much more than wearing green and getting drunk over the weekend! -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey's
everything looks so lovely!!
XO JNESS
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Great post. You look amazing:)
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Preciosa la decoración que has escogido.
Besos!
Que bonito todo! Me encanta el post
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Beautiful flowers! Love your top so much!
Hugs,
Love from http://www.trangscorner.com {a lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and food blog}
those cupcakes look delish!
XO Ellen from Ask Away
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me encanta la decoración! y los cupcakes tienen una pinta estupenda 😉 Un beso!
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Those look delicious dear!
Agnes x
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youre so gorgeous and what a beautiful feast! I want one of that steak!
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Great post ! I love it
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What a lovely Tablescape for a very special St. Patrick's Day Feast, you have seen to every detail. Have a great first week of spring and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with FULL PLATE THURSDAY!
Miz Helen