Beer is beer, right? Not quite.There are many different types of beer, and each beer lover has his or her favorite style when visiting a craft brewery, bar or nearby beer retailer.Stout is one type of beer that has an extensive following, and is frequently consumed on St. Patrick鈥檚 Day and at ...
Turn your St. Patrick鈥檚 Day celebration into a chance to enjoy Irish heritage with hearty foods and a lively atmosphere.When it鈥檚 the one day each year it鈥檚 acceptable to pinch non-conforming friends and family, it鈥檇 be a shame not to go all out.These few simple tips can help you put ...
Many Irish dishes focus on simple, fresh ingredients that can be purchased close to home.Potatoes long have been a staple of Irish cooking. Brought to Europe by Spanish explorers from the New World, the potato put an end to famine in regions of northern Europe, like Ireland. Smithsonian notes ...
Religious Christians make the commitment to avoid meat in their Friday meals for the duration of Lent, signifying a sacrifice for their faith that recalls the ultimate sacrifice Jesus Christ made during the crucifixion.Vegetables and pasta dishes are a staple of the Lenten season, and seafood ...
Traditional Irish stew may get a lot of fanfare, but another hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dish can chase away the chill after a day spent cheering along St. Patrick鈥檚 Day parade participants: seafood chowder.Ireland is an island nation, and many delicious dishes have been inspired by its ...
If you鈥檝e ever desired to become a better home chef, you鈥檝e probably spent time reading cookbooks, watching cooking shows or even taking a culinary skills course.The truth is that when it comes to improving your cooking and becoming more efficient in the kitchen, you may be overlooking a ...
