Irish families place a high value on education, and respect for parents is paramount. There is a strong, often subtle, influence of Catholic tradition, such as blessing new homes or celebrating St. Brigid’s Day. The kitchen is the heart of the home, used for sharing meals and hosting guests.
Being Irish there are two constants in life, tea and humour. If there is an emergency our first thought and natural response is to stick the kettle on
Many families in old Ireland were composed of extended kinship groups known as clans or septs, often spanning four generations descended from a common great-grandfather. These units were deeply rooted in blood ties, but also included adopted members, fostered children, and those who joined for protection or resources
