Did you know Saint Patrick was born in Italy, not Ireland? Some claim he was born in Wales, but others swear his British parents were in Italy at the time of his birth. Or that Saint Patrick's color was blue, not green? Known as the Apostle of Ireland, Saint Patrick is one of Christianity's most widely recognized figures.
Although Saint Patrick's Day is a religious holiday in Ireland, it's celebrated widely and considered a party day in America. Parades are common, rivers are dyed green, ale flows freely, and Americans join in the "wearing of the green."
One of the most common ways to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day is to enjoy traditional Irish food. Here's a few recipes to grace your Saint Paddy's table. Click here for the recipes, and to check out the cool video on how to make Irish Coffee.
