St. Patrick's Day Traditions: Drowning Shamrocks, Smart Salmon, and TikTok Trends.

The Ultimate Guide to Irish Traditions Worth Knowing This

St. Patrick's Day

Join Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely for a fun-filled St. Patrick's Day special on Family Tree, Food & Stories! This episode takes you beyond the green beer and shamrock decorations to explore different traditions that make Irish culture and St. Patrick’s Day unique.

☘️Ever heard of "drowning the shamrock"? You’ll learn about this quirky tradition: place a shamrock in the bottom of your beer mug, drink it down, and then toss this good lucky charm over your shoulder. Just try not to swallow it—unless you’re ready for another round! 🍻

You'll also hear about the Salmon of Knowledge, an ancient Irish tale where a simple thumb-lick after cooking a fish gave Fionn MacCumhall all the wisdom in the world. Yes, there can be a wealth of knowledge in our family food stories.  🌈

📱 Nancy and Sylvia then dig into a surprising TikTok trend where people explore different cultures through local grocery stores. Even stores in the same chain can uncover fascinating cultural differences depending on where you live and what neighborhoods you investigate. You'll never look at your local supermarket the same way again! 🛒

This episode is a fun blend of education, entertainment, and good old-fashioned Irish charm – yes, Sylvia is part Irish, but Nancy’s not. You'll laugh and learn something new, and we hope to develop a newfound appreciation for Irish traditions and your local grocery store.

So, grab your headphones, pour yourself a drink (shamrock optional but recommended), and join us for this delightful St. Patrick's Day celebration. If you enjoyed the show, please follow, share with friends, and subscribe at podcast.familytreefoodstories.com.☘️☘️☘️☘️

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍻

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About Your Hosts: Nancy May and SylviaLovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections everyone has around food, friends, and family meals together. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.

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