October is time for Fall activities, culminating in Halloween on the 31st. You may not realize this, but like St. Patrick's Day, we are all at least partly Irish on Halloween. Let me explain. This holiday has ancient origins in Ireland. It was originally called Samhain … [Read more...] about The Fascinating History and Traditional Foods of Halloween
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Spooky Soul Cakes, The Original Halloween Treat
Trick or Treating originated in Britain and Ireland. Children and the poor would go "souling", going door-to-door singing songs on All Soul's Day (Nov. 2), saying prayers for homeowners, and performing other tasks to receive a soul cake a spiced biscuit. A soul! A soul! A … [Read more...] about Spooky Soul Cakes, The Original Halloween Treat
Soul Cakes, the Original Halloween Treat
Summer is over and harvest celebrations are coming to a close. Winter is not far behind. I love tracing traditions and the foods that are an important part of the celebrations. Did you know that Halloween has ancient origins in Ireland? It was originally called Samhain, and … [Read more...] about Soul Cakes, the Original Halloween Treat