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Spirits & Seasons: Lammas Magic & First Harvest Simmer Pot
As summer starts winding down, Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh (August 1st), arrives with its golden fields and heavy fruit trees. This ancient Celtic harvest festival—named after the sun god Lugh—celebrates the first fruits of the season and the satisfaction of hard work paying off. There’s something magical about this time of year. You can feel the shift happening: summer’s still here, but autumn is quietly making its presence known. It’s the perfect moment for a simmer pot ritual that fills your home with warmth while honoring everything you’ve cultivated this year. Lammas is Special This festival is all about abundance and gratitude. Think fresh bread, ripe fruit, sunflowers turning…
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Lammas Sourdough Herb Waffles
Lammas, or Lughnasadh, marks the beginning of the grain harvest and invites us to honor abundance & gratitude. While the traditional celebration centers on baking bread, I’ve found that waffles, especially these tangy, herby sourdough waffles, carry the spirit of Lammas beautifully. It matters not whether you enjoy them for breakfast (we do!) or pair them with grilled chicken for a harvest supper (we do that too!), these waffles are a delicious way to celebrate the turning of the wheel. Kitchen Witch Ritual Before you begin, take a quiet moment to thank the land, your starter, and your own hands for their part in this magic. As you stir your…
