Yule Recipes: 12 Nights in the Kitchen
Inspired by the 12 night celebration of pre-historic Yule , here are 12 yule recipe ideas inspired by each to try for your gatherings!
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Sabbats
12 Days of Yule
Yule is a 12 Day tradition of celebration honoring the end of the dark times and return to the sun. Each day has its own historic meaning and tradition.
Lughnasadh, Lammas
Lughnasadh also known as Lammas marks the halfway point between the summer solstice and autumnal equinox and is one of the four sacred fire festivals of the ancient Celts.
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Litha, Midsummer, The Summer Solstice
Litha sometimes referred to as Midsummer is a celebration of the Summer Solstice. It is the longest day of sunlight of the year so it is great for solar witches.
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Yule, Midwinter, The Winter Solstice
Yule, Midwinter, the Winter Solstice is the longest day of darkness (great for lunar witches). It is a day of chaos, giving, and rebirth.
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Ostara, Eostre, or Alban Eiler
Ostara, much like Yule is a pagan tradition that has been morphed and nitpicked by Christianity. However, the tradition of the Vernal Equinox has been lost. It is a time of fertility, light, and spring.
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Imbolc, Oimelc
Imbolc also known as Oimelc, is one of the four sacred Celtic fire festivals. It is strongly associated with the goddess Brigid. Imbolc is a time for rebirth, transformation, and spiritual awakenings.
Mabon – A Guide to the Ancient Sabbat
Mabon marks the celebration of the Autumnal Equinox, and is seen as a time to give thanks for all we have and to honor the sacrifices made to get us here. It is time to both collect energy and to let go, making it ideal for reflections.
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Samhain: A Celtic Fire Festival
Samhain, which has been morphed into All Hallow’s Eve, is a three day fire festival that draws mainly from the ancient Celtic festival, that is still celebrated today. Other influences include Shadowfest, Calan Gaeaf, Hop-tu-Naa, and Dia de los Muertos.
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