Wayne and Denise Shannon of Vinton, take in the atmosphere at Riley’s on 1st for breakfast on St. Patrick’s Day last year. (Hoopla/The Gazette)
Hankering for some hash? Perhaps with some corned beef?
Well, this is the time of year for it. Did you know, though, that the dish is decidedly American? The traditional Irish companion to cabbage was probably more like bacon. But Irish Americans adapted.
If you’re looking for some authentic Celtic cooking, check out the St. Paddy’s Day Sunday Supper with Hy-Vee Chef Denise Bushnell. And, if you just can’t get through St. Patrick’s Day without some cabbage, there’s a couple choices for you as well.
Sunday Supper: St. Paddy’s Day
- 3 p.m. March 17
- Hy-Vee, 5050 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids
- $40
Join Chef Denise Bushnell for an authentic Irish supper. Start with Brown Seeded Soda Bread, Smoked Trout Pate and Green Herb Butter. Next, enjoy Colcannon Soup followed by Lamb Shepherd Pie and Cabbage Braised in Cream. Dessert will be a classic Irish Bread Pudding with Bailey’s Cream Reduction Sauce. In this hands-on cooking class, participants will work in groups to prepare one of the courses under the chef’s guidance then sit down at a communal table to enjoy dinner. A glass of wine will be served with dinner. Class is limited to 12 participants. Preregistration required at customer service or by calling (319) 378-0762.
St. Patrick’s Day Irish Buffet
- 4 to 8 p.m. March 17
- Best Western, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids
- $7 to $13
On the menu: Corned Beef, Stewed Cabbage, Carrots, Onions-Potatoes O’ Brien, Green Peas & Pearl Onions, Irish Stew, Fresh Baked Bread, Salad Bar, Irish Brownies. Green beer will be on tap. Live music.
Looking for a liquid diet? We’ve got ya covered for that too: Click here for a list (and map) of all the Irish bars in Cedar Rapids, Coralville and Iowa City. ♣
