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The Magic of Samhuinn

October 31, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Gold-edged leaves curl inward, shivering against the autumn winds. Forests rustle in nervous anticipation, while the sun retreats to the horizon and night shadows creep...
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10 Irish Traditions for Halloween

October 30, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
The celebration of Halloween began in Ireland in about 1000 AD. Back then Halloween was pagan festival called “Samhain” meaning “end of summer”. The Celts...
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Rawlins Cross Celebrates 30 Years!

October 29, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Rawlins Cross took their name from an intersection in St. John's, Newfoundland. The moniker is fitting, as the band is made up of an intersection...
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Seven Stately Irish Spots

October 28, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Nowhere is Ireland’s history more eloquently expressed than in the country’s “Big Houses”. Architectural awesomeness and centuries worth of history combine beautifully in stunning natural...
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Classic Irish Pumpkin Pie

October 27, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
The first recorded recipe for pumpkin pie was published as a "Pompkin Pudding" in 1796, in a book called "American Cookery" by Amelia Simmons. This...
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Coffin Ship Disaster

October 26, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Last June, scientists confirmed the identification of the human remains found on the beach at Cap des Rosiers, Quebec. They had come from the 1847...
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Glen Scotia  

October 25, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
I recall the first time I toured Glen Scotia Distillery; I was shocked - the place was a ramshackle and seemed on the verge of...
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Riverdale Orchard

October 24, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
While craft beers, spirits and wines have long-dominated the liquor landscape in Atlantic Canada, craft cider - a crisp concoction composed of high-quality apples -...
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CeltCast

October 23, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Although both Dutch - with hints of Nordic and Spanish heritage, respectively - Arjan de Groot and Alex Sealgaire were inspired by the music of...
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Molly Kujawa

October 22, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
It was the sleek stylings of Irish dance outfits that first caught the curious eye of Molly Kujawa. “I was eight-years-old at the time,” recalls...
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Five Haunted Scottish Castles

October 21, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Scotland has often been declared as one of the most haunted countries on earth and as host to around 2000 castles with histories which stretch...
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Traditional Irish Chowder

October 20, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Ideal for autumn, Irish Chowder is a hearty, healthy and home-grown delicacy made with rich cream and sumptuous seafood! Ingredients 1.2 liters / 2 pints...
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Ami McKay & The Power of Story

October 19, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Canadian author Ami McKay has been at the forefront of Atlantic Canada’s literary scene for well over a decade. Her novels - inspiring tales of...
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The Scotch Bucket List

October 18, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Comparing scotches can be difficult. Some people look for the peatiness of an Islay offering, others champion an expertly crafted blend. But, when it comes...
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Catching up with Kizzy Crawford

October 17, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Since breaking into the Welsh music scene as a teenager, Kizzy Crawford has picked up a variety of instruments and tapped into a fusion of...
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Brighde Chaimbeul

October 16, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
It is no surprise that Brighde Chaimbeul developed a passion for piping. “While my mother was pregnant with me, she was working on a sculpture...
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Charlie Grey

October 15, 2019 by CelticLife No Comments
Growing up along the shores of Loch Ness in the village of Fort Augustus, you might think that Charlie Grey would have developed a keen...
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