If the Chicago River is green, then it’s time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day when everyone is Irish!
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Time for the Green Chicago River
March 15, 2017 in Classic Recipes, Culinary traditions, Family, Food Events, Recipes, Travel
Slainte ‘gus Saol agat! (Health and long life to you!)
March 17, 2010 in Uncategorized
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The title is a toast that can be given before drinking an Irish coffee, which is happily consumed on the holiday. St. Patrick’s Day is widely celebrated in our country by Irish and non-Irish alike. Many people, regardless of ethnic background, wear green-colored clothing and other items. But did you know that […]
Why I Started This Blog
I love cookbooks. I mean I really love them. I love to read them, treasure them, learn from them, and, of course, cook from them. To me, cookbooks take on a life all of their own. They are history, family, and memories. I have been collecting cookbooks and writing down treasured recipes of family, friends, and neighbors since about age twelve, which means I now own thousands of cookbooks, recipes, and clippings. Now I want to share them with you along with the many other culinary treasures of my cellar." - Debbie Vanni