Fun Facts

While there are many symbols that represent St. Patrick’s Day, none are as iconic as the shamrock. Keep reading to learn about the St. Patrick’s Day shamrock meaning. Images of St. Patrick’s Day frequently depict four leaf clovers, due to the belief that four leaf clovers are a lucky plant. However, shamrocks only have three …

With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to learn about the seven St. Patrick’s Day symbols. Each symbol has it’s own history and meaning; so let’s dive in! The St. Patrick’s Day symbols are shamrocks, the color green, leprechauns, parades, corned beef and cabbage, green beer and the harp. While some of …

Did you know green is not the only color with special meaning on St. Patrick’s Day? There are four St. Patrick’s Day colors that are deeply rooted in Irish history. The four St. Patrick’s Day colors are green, blue, orange and white. Even though green is the most popular of the St. Patrick’s colors, the original color …

Irish coffee wouldn’t exist without flying boats, a humorous chef, & bad weather. All of these are crucial parts of the Irish coffee origin story! Both Ireland and America have played a part in Irish coffee history. Keep reading to learn all about what Irish coffee is, why it is important, and where it comes …

The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. During this time, you will see Chinese New Year symbols in everything from the decorations displayed to the lucky foods eaten during this time. Also called the Lunar New Year and Spring Festival, this celebration welcomes in the new year. The …

Even though New Year’s Day is behind us now, Chinese New Year traditions and celebrations are still to come. From special food, to firecrackers and couplets, this special day in the Chinese calendar is full of wonderful activities. Chinese New Year is associated with many traditions, myths and customs. Read on to find out more …

Mardi Gras is almost here. Before you head out to the parades, let’s learn about the Mardi Gras symbols, and why they represent the holiday! I’m sure if you listed the first things that come to mind when you hear the words Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or Carnival, you’d name several of the Mardi Gras …

Mardi Gras is almost here, which means it’s time to go over some facts about Mardi Gras. The more you know about the history and meaning of the holiday, the more fully you’ll be able to celebrate it! Below we’ve compiled some of our favorite Mardi Gras facts, so get ready to be amazed! We …

With Fat Tuesday quickly approaching, it’s time to learn about the colors of Mardi Gras! Each of the three colors has their own meaning and fascinating history. Since 1872, purple, green and gold have been the official Mardi Gras colors. You will find these colors in full display on everything from Mardi Gras parade floats …

Valentine’s Day is here! Before you start brewing your love potions, let’s learn about the Valentine’s Day symbols, and how they came to be!  Many of these Valentine’s Day symbols will be familiar to you, but some may surprise you. Keep reading for the list of six main Valentine’s Day symbols, their meanings, and history. …

Roses come in many colors, and each color has its own meaning. Check out the fun facts about roses below to learn more about this special flower. With roses beauty and symbolism, it’s no surprise this flower is a desired choice for gardeners and to give as gifts. Fossil evidence shows varieties of roses have …

It’s that time of year again – the Super Bowl is here! That means it’s time to learn some fascinating Super Bowl facts. No matter who you’re rooting for this year, you’ll love the information below. If you believe that the commercials aren’t the best part of the game, then this page of Super Bowl …

It’s time to celebrate National Golden Retriever Day! This February 3 national day is dedicated to one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States, the golden retriever. Keep reading for fun facts about golden retrievers, ways to celebrate the day, golden retriever history, themed events, famous golden retrievers and more! We’ve even …

Successful New Year’s resolutions rely on two things: making the best New Year’s resolution & discovering how to keep New Year’s resolutions. New Year’s Eve is wonderful opportunity to reflect and reset for the coming year. There’s a feeling of possibility that comes with a New Year. Every year, many people set resolutions. However, only …

The Christmas season is back, and that means it’s time to write your letter to Santa, but first you need Santa’s address! Plus, if you want your letters to be considered to to USPS Operation Santa, you’ll need to make sure you’re sending them to the right place. There’s something so magical about helping your …

When you think of Thanksgiving, what are the first things that pop into your mind? I bet without even trying, you’d name at least one of the symbols of Thanksgiving! Maybe you think of spending time with friends, or sharing gratitude on Thanksgiving. Maybe you associate the holiday with cooking meals for family, decorating, or …

Guy Fawkes Day is also known as Bonfire night and Firework night. It is an annual celebration, observed on November 5, in the UK and a few other places. The day is celebrated with bonfires, effigy burning fireworks and lots of singing. Read on to learn more about this historic day and get a free …

Have you ever found yourself wondering “what is All Saints’ Day” and “when is All Saints’ Day”? If so, you’re in luck; we’re going to answer all your questions about this holiday, and provide you with some fun facts too! All Saints’ Day is one of the many holidays with historical significance at this time …

With daylight saving time approaching, you might find yourself wondering “do we gain or lose an hour?“. If you ever get confused around this time of the year, don’t worry you’re not alone! Below we will explain how daylight savings works, provide a little bit of the history of daylight savings time, and answer all …

Jack o’ lanterns are one of the main symbols of Halloween, and carving pumpkins is a Halloween tradition which stems from the Irish myth called The Legend of Stingy Jack. It’s no surprise that the first jack o lanterns hail from Ireland. After all, Halloween is a holiday that originated from Samhain, which made its …

During the month of October, you’re likely to see lots of Halloween symbols. In the fall, stores, and homes are filled with these images. They are present in everything from the Halloween decorations we use to the food we eat, and even the cocktails we drink during this time of year. Though we see the symbols …

As we draw closer to Halloween you’re probably going to hear the term Samhain often. Let’s do a deep dive on what it is, and which Samhain traditions are still practiced today. Halloween isn’t all about carving pumpkins, parties, making DIY costumes, mixing spooky cocktails and taking your kids trick-or-treating for candy. In fact, historically …

Are you a chocolate milk lover? If so, you’ll might be interested to know who invented chocolate milk, and where it was invented.  Chocolate milk is a popular childhood drink. When you were a kid, did you ever find yourself wondering how chocolate milk came to be? Believe it or not, there is controversy as …

It’s time to celebrate National Johnny Appleseed Day. The legend follows a true life character with a love of apple trees. This national day is one of the lucky few that is celebrated on two dates: September 26 and March 11. However, more people celebrate the day in September than in March. The September date …

No matter what kind of tea you like, these tea facts are for you! Some are are about iced tea, and some are about hot tea. Below you’ll learn answers to questions like “what is the most expensive tea?”, “is herbal tea really tea?”, and more. Let’s get started! At Always the Holidays, we love …

If you’re wondering “does wine temperature matter?”, the answer is yes! There actually is an ideal red wine temperature and an ideal white wine temperature. Serving and storing wines at their recommended temperatures will ensure you get the most balanced flavors the wines have to offer. If a wine is too hot or too cool, …