How will you be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year?  How about hosting a fun Irish pub-style party?  That means everyone wears their tackiest green sweater or outfit and enjoys a whole evening of munching on homemade Irish pub fare while enjoying a cold pint and the company of friends and family.

It’s a great way to get everyone together to celebrate this day and to celebrate the fact that spring is on its way!

Here’s a perfect pub-style menu to keep everyone fed and happy.

Quesadillas with Chicken, Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onions – Quesadillas are served in most Irish (Canadian) pubs and these are great because they can be made with spinach tortillas which are green!  The smoked Gouda and caramelized onions pair very well with a good stout.

Hot Spinach & Chicken Dip (Slow Cooker) – Again, a classic served in pubs all over Canada, this dip is always a hit and can be served with various different breads and crackers, as well as crunchy veggies like green peppers, cucumbers, broccoli (keep it as “green” as you can).

Tandoori Chicken Wings on the Grill and Balsamic Honey Chicken Wings – Wings and beer, a traditional pub favourite!  Just make sure you provide some wet naps so your guests don’t leave sticky finger prints all over your furniture.

Chicken Pot Pie II – A must for a party like this!  You’ll want to make a few of these depending on the number of guests attending your party.

Remember, the theme is Irish so the more green decorations you can find, the better. 

Stouts and ales are a great idea as long as everyone has a safe way home and of course, lemonade with a hint of green dye, or sparkling water with slices of lemon or lime, should be available to guests who are designated drivers or who prefer not to drink. 

Oh, one more thing.  You can’t send your guests off empty handed so have some little satchels of gold chocolate coins (or you can call them pots of gold) available for everyone to bring home. 

Have a happy and safe St. Patrick’s Day!