St. Patty's Day Date Ideas!

Top o’ the morning dear readers!

Next Wednesday is St. Patrick’s Day, which means Seattle Date Night has another round of events compiled for you that you just canNOT miss! WE never forget a holiday!

And with so many beer-drinking-themed Irish-inspired parties, cooking classes, and parades happening (gotta love the Irish!), there are ample opportunities to get out there and have some fun.

Just remember, though, if it’s a first or second-date, you may want to skip down to the bottom of this list for a more thoughtful and demure (and less “I’m an alcoholic”) style date… Just sayin’.

HAPPY ST. PATTY’S DAY EVERYONE!

Tom Douglas St. Patrick's Event at Palace Ballroom

When: Wednesday, March 17, 5pm – 8pm

Where: Palace Ballroom (map)

Pike Brewing wishes you a Happy St. Patrick's Day and invites you to enjoy the 23 member Elliott Bay Pipe Band. Come hear them play and join us to celebrate with oaked Pike Kilt Lifter on draft and food and drink specials (TBA in our March newsletter). Wednesday, March 17 Tom Douglas St. Patrick's Event Palace Ballroom 5:00-8:00 p.m.

St. Patrick's Day at Fado Irish Pub

When: Wednesday, Mar 17, 2010

Where: 801 1st Ave (map)

Wednesday 03/17 - Session One: Open 7:00 am - Kegs and Eggs.

Line that stomach, you have a big day ahead of you. Remember, you can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning! Featuring a great Live Music line-up.

Fado Irish Pub features the best Guinness in Seattle, other great Irish beers like Harp, Smithwicks and Kilkenny, proper Irish coffees, Baileys Irish Cream, and of course a wide selection of Irish whiskeys. Looking for Irish food? Just because there isn't an Irish restaurant on every block doesn't mean we don't have a fine Irish food tradition. All of our Irish recipes are prepared from scratch: corned beef and cabbage, the traditional Irish boxty and Irish pub favorites like Fish & Chips. We will confidently tell you we have the best Irish food in Seattle. Safe to say there's no better St Patrick's Day pub in Seattle.

St. Patrick's Festival at Kell’s Irish Restaurant and Pub

When: Wednesday, Mar 17, 2010

Where: 1916 Post Alley, Pike Place Market (map)

Open from 10:00 AM 'til 2:00 AM -Open at 10 AM & Music starts at Noon. There will be NO RESERVATIONS taken this day, sorry. -$20.00 Admission ( includes a free Festival T-Shirt ! 21+ w/ ID) Live Entertainment!

St Patrick's Day at the Owl 'N Thistle Irish Pub & Restaurant

When: Wednesday, March 17, 2pm

Where: 808 Post Ave (map)

Live music and more! Owl and Thistle is sure to celebrate St. Patty’s in style!

St. Patrick's Day at the Pike Pub with the Elliott Bay Pipe Band, Corned Beef & Cabbage and Kilt Lifter

When: Wednesday, March 17, 6pm – 11pm

Where: The Pike Pub (map)

At 6PM the 23 piece Elliott Bay Pipe Band will perform. Drink specials and Chef Gary's amazing Corned Beef and Cabbage.

Erin Go Braugh! St. Patrick's Day Feast & Irish Style Ale Celebration

When: Wednesday, March 17, 6pm – 9pm

Where: Whole Foods Roosevelt (map)

Wednesday, March 17th Erin Go Braugh! St. Patrick's Day Feast & Irish Style Ale Celebration $35.00 per person

It's that time of the year again- a celebration of all things good & Irish. This year, put your green on and join us for a chef prepared Irish meal and beer pairings; we're tasting the classics, the lesser known traditionals and the Irish styled locals. This extraordinary event will sell out quickly. Reserve your spot at guest services today. **Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older with valid identification to participate.

Irish Cooking Class

When: Wed, March 17, 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: Sizzleworks (map)

AHH! THE WEARIN' O' THE GREEN! Classic Irish, a little Guinness to celebrate the wearin' o' the green! Come out and cook up a spectacular Irish pub inspired menu. Potted Guinness and Cheddar Irish Potato & Leek Soup Guinnes Braised Beef Stew Pub Favorite Shepherd's Pie Irish Cream Truffles 16 Seats Available $80.00

Irish Week Festival

When: Wednesday, March 17, 11:30am – 1:30pm

Where: Seattle Center (map)

IRISH WEEK FESTIVAL, SEATTLE CENTER, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm This special St. Patrick's Day Celebration starts at Noon at the Seattle Center in Center House, with Irish music, singing, dancing, cultural displays, and more.

Saint Patrick's Day 2010 at Wilde Rover

When: Wednesday, March 17, 12pm – Thu, March 18, 2am

Where: Kirkland (map)

$10.00, doors open at noon. There will be a little bit o’ Ireland in the heart of Downtown Kirkland this St. Paddy’s day on March 17th, at the Wilde Rover! Everyone can celebrate their Irish heritage (both real and imagined) by enjoying the festivities including the Kennedy Brothers from 3-6:00 PM, the Whiskey Gaels from 6:00 – 9:00 PM and Celtic fiddle player Geoffrey Castle from 9:00 – close. Plenty o’ traditional Irish beverages will be served, along with a special Irish inspired menu, and the back deck will be open for additional revelry. Admission is just $10 – get here early and stay late as we’re sure to sell out!

St. Patrick's at Shawn O'Donnell's Restaurant & Pub

When: Wednesday, Mar 17, 2010

Where: Everett

Enjoy some Irish music and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Shawn's! With their banquet room open and the beer garden they should have room for everyone!

Irish Beer Tasting St. Patrick's Day

When: Wednesday, March 17, 6pm – 8pm

Where: Red House Beer and Wine Renton (map)

March 17 · 6:00-8:00 PM Irish Beer Tasting St. Patrick's Day

St. Paddy's Day Party: Irish Cooking

When: Wednesday, March 17, 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Where: U-Village (map)

St. Paddy's Day Party: IRISH COOKING Celebrate this 'lucky' holiday with us.......enjoy classic Irish cooking....updated & upgraded using the best of our local & seasonal ingredients.....get IRISH HERE!....Join us & prepare the BEST local Corned Beef (truly) & 3-color cabbage, french-style scalloped potatoes w. bacon & Irish cheddar, crunchy Oatmeal soda Bread and Irish Whiskey spiked Apples 'n Custard pie. Details: A HANDS-ON Class. Limit: 14 students Who: Chef Nancie Brecher How Much: $60.00

St. Patrick’s Day Green Wine Tasting at Licorous

When: Wednesday, March 17, 7pm – 9pm

Where: Licorous (map)

Green Wine tasting at Licorous! Our second year featuring Organic and Biodynamic wines in collaboration with Pike and Western Wine shop. Five wines each with an Emerald Isle inspired food pairing will be served. Wednesday March 17th, 7-9pm at Licorous $40 per person

ALSO! Be sure not to miss the St. Patty’s Day Parade tomorrow (Saturday!)!

St. Patrick's Day Parade

When Sat, March 13, 12:30pm – 2:00pm

Where Jefferson to Seattle Center (map)

Description ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE, ON 4TH AVE, 12:30 pm

At 12:30 pm, Seattle's 39th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is happening up 4th Avenue.

Here’s a list of all the Irish Bars/Restaurants in Seattle and surrounding – check out their websites or give ‘em a call to find out what they’re up to next Wednesday!

Irish bars

Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub‎ 1916 Post Alley, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 728-1916‎

Owl'n Thistle Irish Pub‎ 808 Post Avenue, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 621-7777‎

Fado Irish Pub‎ 801 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 264-2700‎

Blarney Stone Pub‎ 1909 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 448-8439‎

The Dubliner Pub‎ 3517 Fremont Ave, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 548-1508‎

Mulleady's Irish Pub‎ 3055 21st Avenue West, Seattle, WA‎ - (206) 283-8843‎

T S Mc Hugh's Restaurant‎ 21 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 282-1910‎

Celtic Swell‎ 2722 Alki Avenue Southwest, Seattle, WA‎ - (206) 932-7935‎

Clever Dunne's Irish House‎ 1501 East Olive Way, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 709-8079‎

Finn Mac Cools Irish Pub‎ 4217 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA‎ - (206) 675-0885‎

Mick Kelly'irish Pub‎ 435 Southwest 152nd Street, Burien, WA‎ - (206) 246-2473‎

Irish Immigrant‎ 5260 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA‎

Wilde Rover Irish Pub & Restaurant‎ 111 Central Way, Kirkland, WA‎ -(425) 822-8940‎

Galway Arms‎ 5257 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA‎ - (206) 527-0404‎

J J Mahoney's Irish Pub‎ 8932 161st Avenue Northeast, Redmond, WA‎ - (425) 558-1866‎

Paddy Coynes‎ 1190 Thomas Street, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 405-1548‎

Murphy's Pub‎ 1928 North 45th Street, Seattle, WA‎ -(206) 634-2110‎

Conor Byrne Pub‎ 5140 Ballard Ave NW # Main, Seattle, WA‎ - (206) 784-3640‎

Celtic Bayou‎ 7281 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA‎ - (425) 869-5933‎

And finally, if going out and dealing with all the swarms of people on the biggest drinking day of the year doesn’t appeal to you (and isn’t your idea of a splendid Date Night), fear not! This holiday is a GREAT opportunity for a Themed Date Night!

IRISH DATE NIGHT!

Whip up some corned beef and cabbage stew, pick up some authentic Irish beers from your local specialty market (add a little green food-coloring to make it even more authentic!), and rent a couple Irish movies.

My favorite of course is Far and Away, but there are TONS to choose from!

Grab your sweetie and make the most of this “lucky” holiday!

Happy Dating!

xo,

B&M