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🐣 🌿  D ear egg-plorers ! Spring is in the air, r eady to hatch some egg-cellent fun this Easter? W e’ve got a basketful of egg-citing Easter facts that’ll have you hopping with joy. So grab your pastel-colored bonnet, fluff up your bunny tail, and let’s dive into this egg-stravaganza!  🌸 🎇 Goddess Name 🧝‍♀️ The name  Easter   seems to find  its roots in the Anglo-Saxon goddess of spring and fertility,  Eostre . The Venerable Bede , a British monk from the 8th century , first mentioned her name. This ancient deity's influence blended with Christian traditions , giving rise to the holiday we now celebrate with egg hunts, colorful decorations, and joyful gatherings.   Want to know more mysteries  about Eostre, Watch:  1)  Did a Pagan Goddess Inspire Easter? 2)  Eostre / Ostara | Who Was the Pagan Easter Goddess?   🌺 Easter Eggs 🐣 During  Lent  -   a solemn 40-day period marked by fasting, prayer, and almsgiving , leading up to Easter, eggs were forbidden. People  hard-boiled th

  🐰🥳 Hey there, fellow dessert enthusiasts! Whether you’re hosting a charming tea party with friends or whipping up an Easter feast, let these  5  delightful desserts be your sweet serenade! 1. Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake This classic dessert features fluffy biscuits layered with juicy strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. It's like a sweet hug from grandma, perfect for a relaxed afternoon tea. 🍓Whip up your favorite biscuit dough and bake until golden brown. Slice those ruby-red strawberries and give them a gentle sprinkle of sweetness. Stack the biscuits, strawberries, and dollops of whipped cream . Voilà! You’ve got yourself a slice of heaven.  Get the recipe  in the video and impress your friends : BISCUIT STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 2. Rhubarb Tart Balanced with a touch of honey and a hint of amaretto, the creamy mascarpone cheese filling adds a luxurious touch. This tart is sure to impress your guests! 🥧Prepare a buttery tart crust . Mix rhubarb with honey and amarett

  🍋 It's time to sip into the season with delightful homemade beverages crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether you're craving a refreshing cooler for a spring sunny afternoon or a comforting warm drink for a cozy evening, these recipes have you covered! 🥃🌺 🍹 1. Cherry Blossomtini Welcome spring with a Cherry Blossomtini! Mix 2 oz sake , 1 oz Cointreau , and 1 oz cranberry juice with ice . Strain into a chilled martini glass, garnish with delicate cherry blossom and serve ice-cold. For a non-alcoholic version, swap sake for sparkling water or white grape juice . 🌸 Cherry blossoms symbolize renewal and fleeting beauty in Japanese culture , making this drink a perfect tribute to the spirit of spring! 2. Strawberry Basil Lemonade Quench your thirst with Strawberry Basil Lemonade! Muddle fresh strawberries and torn basil leaves , then add 2 oz lemon juice , and 1 oz simple syrup , and top with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda . Serve over ice for a refreshing

🍃🌿 Dear tea enthusiasts, embark on a delightful tea journey this spring! Whether you’re a seasoned tea connoisseur or a curious beginner, these 5 famous teas are your gateway to brewing pure magic : 1. Assam Black Tea Picture the lush plains of the Brahmaputra River valley , where Assam Black Tea thrives under the Assam's humid subtropical climate. Cultivated with utmost care and tradition in India's Assam region , this tea carries a legacy introduced by the British in the grand 19th century. 🌻 Each sip of Assam Black Tea offers a robust, malty embrace with a bright, brisk character. The preferred sipping months, March and April , invite you to start your day with this tea often found at the heart of traditional English breakfast blends , becoming a staple of morning moments. ✨ If you're curious about bringing tea to breakfast, explore this delightful video:   The Difference between English and Irish Breakfast 2. Dragon Well Green Tea (Longjing;龙井绿茶) Nestled among mount

🥳Welcome to our Soirée of Shamrocks Folk Frenzy!  Get ready to grab your instrument or warm up those vocal cords for a night filled with Irish folk music and sing-alongs. We've got chord charts to keep the craic going strong!  But wait, there's more! Prepare to jig and reel as we delve into the world of Irish dance with 5 exhilarating dance styles guaranteed to have you tapping your toes and laughing with delight!   🕺💃 1.  Riverdance   👞Dive into the mesmerizing world of Irish Step Dance , where intricate footwork and rigid upper body movements steal the show. Get inspired by the legendary Riverdance  troupe, led by  Michael Flatley, Jean Butler, and Colin Dunne , whose iconic performance at the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest wowed the world. 2.  Sean-nós Sensation 👣 Experience the soulful charm of Sean-nós Dance , a traditional Irish form known for its improvisational style and close-to-the-ground steps. Watch in awe as Emma O’Sullivan , a true master of the craft, encha

🎞️ Irish Movie Marathon ! Picture this: You’re cozied up at home, wrapped in a snug blanket, with a bowl of popcorn that has a delightful green twist . And  y our friends are armed with their favorite Irish films  and pick the  best Irish flicks !  🎬🍀 Now,  w e’re about to explore 10 Irish movies that have left their mark on both hearts and Rotten Tomatoes ratings. 1.  Song of the Sea (2014)   is Inspired by Irish folklore and mythology .   T his visually spectacular film weaves magic and mythology. It follows a 10-year-old boy who discovers that his sister is a mythical selkie, captivating audiences of all ages.  🍅 Rotten Tomatoes : 99%      📽️ Genre : Animation/Fantasy      ⏳ Runtime : 1h 33m 👉 Director : Tomm Moore        👋 Leading Stars : David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson 2.  Brooklyn (2015)   e xplores the Irish diaspora and personal growth .   Adapted from Colm Tóibín’s novel, this Nick Hornby-scripted film follows Eilis Lacey, an Irish emigrant navigating New York in the 1950s