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”

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”

My Mission is Celebrating the Pan-Celtic Community

What is your mission? My mission is a deep love and respect for my Celtic nations and our unique yet interconnected identities. From Ireland to Scotland, Wales to Cornwall, Brittany to the Isle of Man, and further afield each Celtic nation has its own distinct culture, language, and traditions. Yet, there’s an undeniable thread thatContinue reading “My Mission is Celebrating the Pan-Celtic Community”

Promote Pan-Celtic Cuisine and Culture

What could you do differently? Promoting Pan-Celtic cuisine and culture is both a rewarding and challenging endeavor. It’s about sharing the stories, flavors, and traditions of the Celtic nations while making them accessible to a modern audience. However, I know there’s always room to refine my approach and expand my impact. One area I couldContinue reading “Promote Pan-Celtic Cuisine and Culture”