Lughnasada/Lammas Blessings

Lughnasadh, also known as Lammas,  marks the beginning of the harvest season. It is celebrated on August 1st in the northern hemisphere and February 1st in the southern hemisphere. One of the ways to honor this occasion is to prepare and share traditional foods that reflect the bounty of the land and the gratitude for the crops.

Some of the common foods for Lughnasadh are:

– Bread: Bread is a symbol of the grain harvest and the life-giving power of the earth. It can be made from wheat, barley, oats, rye, or corn. You can shape it into loaves, rolls, or figures of animals or people. You can also add herbs, seeds, nuts, or fruits to enhance the flavor and meaning.
– Corn: Corn is another staple crop that represents abundance and fertility. You can grill it, boil it, roast it, or make it into cornbread, muffins, or pancakes. You can also use corn husks to make dolls or decorations.
– Berries: Berries are a sweet and juicy treat that celebrates the fruits of summer. You can eat them fresh, make them into jams, pies, cakes, or smoothies, or use them to garnish other dishes. Some of the popular berries for Lughnasadh are blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries.
– Apples: Apples are a sacred fruit in many pagan traditions, associated with wisdom, love, and magic. You can eat them raw, bake them into pies or crumbles, juice them, or make them into cider or vinegar. You can also use apple peels to divine the initials of your future lover or carve apple seeds into runes for divination.
– Cheese: Cheese is a product of milk, which symbolizes nourishment and motherhood. You can make your own cheese from cow’s milk, goat’s milk, or sheep’s milk, or buy it from a local farmer or market. You can eat cheese plain, with bread or crackers, or use it to make dishes like quiche, pizza, or macaroni and cheese.