St. Patrick's Day Traditions: Drowning Shamrocks, Smart Salmon, and TikTok Trends.
03/13/25 • 24 min
The Ultimate Guide to Irish Traditions Worth Knowing ThisSt. 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! 🍻
Want to hear more?
✨Click here to listen to all Family Tree Food & Stories episodes! Where every meal has a story, and every story is a feast.
Share Your Story With Nancy & Sylvia!: Leave us a voicemail message.
Additional Links ❤️
- Book: My Family Tree, Food & Stories Journal Awarded #1 New Release on Amazon
- Instagram 📸
- FaceBook 👍
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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The Ultimate Guide to Irish Traditions Worth Knowing ThisSt. 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! 🍻
Want to hear more?
✨Click here to listen to all Family Tree Food & Stories episodes! Where every meal has a story, and every story is a feast.
Share Your Story With Nancy & Sylvia!: Leave us a voicemail message.
Additional Links ❤️
- Book: My Family Tree, Food & Stories Journal Awarded #1 New Release on Amazon
- Instagram 📸
- FaceBook 👍
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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Want to hear more:
✨Click here to listen to all Family Tree Food & Stories episodes! Where every meal has a story, and every story is a feast.
- Share Your Story With Nancy & Sylvia!: Leave us a voicemail message
Additional Links ❤️
- Book: My Family Tree, Food & Stories Journal Awarded #1 New Release on Amazon
- Instagram 📸
- FaceBook 👍
About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections that 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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Want to hear more?
✨Click here to listen to all Family Tree Food & Stories episodes! Where every meal has a story, and every story is a feast.
Share Your Story With Nancy & Sylvia!: Leave us a voicemail.
Additional Links ❤️
- Book: My Family Tree, Food & Stories Journal Awarded #1 New Release on Amazon
- Instagram 📸
- FaceBook 👍
- Polk Salad Annie (it's really spelled sallet) and the song Polk Salad Annie
About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, a member of The Food Stories Media Network, which 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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Family Tree Food Stories - St. Patrick's Day Traditions: Drowning Shamrocks, Smart Salmon, and TikTok Trends.
Transcript
Could your next St. Paddy's family food tradition include drowning a shamrock? Stay tuned, there's a lot more in store on this one, with a little look of the Irish on your side too.
Hey there food lovers and history buffs, I'm Nancy Mae. And I'm Sylvia Lovely. Welcome to Family Tree Food and Stories. Pull up your chair to the table and get ready to dig in, as we take you on a wild ride through generations of flavors. That's right, we're
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