One of the most beloved and well-known Irish holidays is St. Patrick’s Day. Millions of people around the world, from Dublin to Tokyo, celebrate this day, which commemorates the national saint of Ireland.
Ireland has a rich culinary tradition, and there are plenty of options in terms of Irish food and drinks that you can consume to celebrate. Here are some of our picks to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day.
Irish Stew
One of the most popular dishes in Ireland, this stew combines mutton (or beef), potatoes, onions, parsley, and carrots. It’s a warm and hearty dish that’s good in Irish winters.
Corned Beef and Cabbage
A favorite of the Irish diaspora, this dish has two principal ingredients: Boiled cabbage provides a lighter complement to the rich corned beef.
Soda Bread
A typical but lesser-known Irish staple is soda bread, which is prepared with sodium bicarbonate instead of yeast. You can even add raisins to make a sweeter, breakfast version.
Guinness
The most famous Irish beverage has to be Guinness, an Irish stout which is brewed in Dublin and served throughout the world. It’s known for its dark color and malty sweetness.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
