Do You Have Plans for St. Patrick’s Day?
We spoke to a few of our festive neighbors to find out what their plans are for the holiday celebrating all things Irish!
“March 17, Saint Patrick’s, day is not a particularly special holiday for me. I’m not from Irish decent nor am I Catholic. I do, however, enjoy the story behind the celebration of Saint Patrick. And actually, what I enjoy even more is the celebratory aspect of the holiday. I mean who doesn’t want to dress up in green, drink green beer and search for the leprechaun with the pot of gold! And hey, I love eating corned beef. Too bad it’s not healthier! I’m not entirely sure I will be celebrating this year. You know how living down here on Mexico´s time can be. One day can drift into the next.”
Liane Memmer
Akumal
“In our other hometown of Rifle, CO, we wear green, cook corned beef brisket & cabbage for over 200 and drink Irish whiskey and green beer from morning to night! We have a friend coming down with a birthday that day, so if we can find the corned beef, we will be cooking here! If not… ???”
Jenni & Bob Walker
Puerto Aventuras
“Don’t let the unmistakably Irish name fool you! No beer or bar hopping for me on the 17th. St Patrick’s day is for rookies! I’m much happier to be at home, avoid the crowds, and toast my Irish roots with a cold Italian Pinot Grigio (or two).”
Jillian McNamara
Tulum
“As a part-Irish ex-patriate living in Mexico, I always think about the San Patricio, a famous battalion that fought for the Mexican side during the Mexican-American war, led by John Riley. And, of course, enjoy some Guinness stew!”
Cindy Nolan
Playa del Carmen
“I celebrate with a green fairy absinthe cocktail at Elixir Tulum – Jungle Speakeasy!”
Dr. Michael Lande
Playa del Carmen
