Growing up in Ireland in a Celtic family, traditions weren’t something we scheduled they were simply how life was lived. They shaped our weeks, our seasons, and our sense of belonging. One of my favourite traditions was gathering around the table, especially on Sundays in my Granny’s house. Food was never rushed. A pot wouldContinue reading “Family Traditions”
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Do What You Love and Work Becomes Play
What’s your dream job? My dream job is one that allows me to live and work in harmony with my values, creativity, and heritage. It is not defined by titles or status, but by purpose, connection, and the ability to create something meaningful every day. At heart, my dream job is about storytelling through food,Continue reading “Do What You Love and Work Becomes Play”
Chef Mac’s Family top 3
What are your family’s top 3 favorite meals? The meals that bring my family together is one of the simplest yet most meaningful traditions we have. In Celtic culture, food is more than nourishment it is a link to our land, our heritage, and the people we love. In my home, three dishes stand aboveContinue reading “Chef Mac’s Family top 3”
One for sorrow, two for joy
Are you superstitious? Are you superstitious? As a Celtic person, it is hard not to be. Superstition runs deep in our culture, passed down through generations like an old family recipe. Some may laugh them off, but even those who say they do not believe will still nod to a magpie or avoid walking underContinue reading “One for sorrow, two for joy”
Chef Life: Three Kitchen Tools I’d Guard with My Life (And My Apron)
What are three objects you couldn’t live without? As a chef interested in Celtic cuisine, three objects I couldn’t live without are my cast-iron pot, my whetstone, and my apron. Each of these is essential to my craft and connects me to the traditions of Celtic cooking. My cast-iron pot is the soul of myContinue reading “Chef Life: Three Kitchen Tools I’d Guard with My Life (And My Apron)”
Leisure time – Pan Celtic style
What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time? In my leisure time, I find the most joy in activities that celebrate and promote Celtic culture. For me, this means immersing myself in the traditions of the Celtic nations while also finding ways to share their beauty with others. One of my favorite pastimesContinue reading “Leisure time – Pan Celtic style”
A leader follows traditions
What makes a good leader? From a Pan-Celtic perspective, a good leader is someone who embodies the values deeply rooted in Celtic traditions: community, resilience, and connection to the land. For centuries, Celtic culture has celebrated leaders who serve not just with strength but with wisdom and a sense of responsibility toward their people andContinue reading “A leader follows traditions”
More Commons More connections
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? If I were to un-invent something, as a Celt connected to the shared heritage of our nations, it would be the enclosure of the commons. Few events in history have done more to sever the bond between people and the land, and few have caused asContinue reading “More Commons More connections”
Animal of the celts
What is your favorite animal? I’m going to be greedy and list out all the animals that hold meaning in my culture, for in the Celtic world, animals were not just creatures but they were sacred symbols, messengers, and guides. Each one carried unique traits and stories, forming an essential part of our identity andContinue reading “Animal of the celts”
A Modern Celtic Pop-Up Kitchen: Redefining Tradition
Come up with a crazy business idea. In the coming months, I’m thrilled to introduce a unique culinary experience: a modern Celtic pop-up kitchen. This event will be a celebration of the Celtic nations’ rich culinary heritage, reimagined with a fresh, contemporary twist. It’s a chance to explore bold flavors, creative techniques, and the storiesContinue reading “A Modern Celtic Pop-Up Kitchen: Redefining Tradition”
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