Every year on a Saturday as close to Robby's birth day as we can the Knights of St. Andrew of the Scottish Rite Valley of Denver host a Burns Dinner. It is loads of fun and some pomp to boot. We have expanded our dinner over the last decade to nearly 300 guests. We do ours as a fund raiser for our building fund and a local children's charity. Your video is a great introduction in putting on this great event. sláinte
Another soup you should serve at a Burns Supper is Cullen Skink. Another recommended dessert to serve is a Cranachan. You might also want to serve some Scottish cheeses to go with the meal.
My dad was from Scotland so I am familiar with this celebration but, nevertheless, really enjoyed your video ... sent a link to a good friend over in the USA who hasn't heard of a Burns Night Supper...
Hosting my first Burns Supper this year! Really excited about it. Not a whole lot of Scottish culture in Minnesota (at least not in Central and Northern MN) but doing my bit. LOVE this channel and hope to be purchasing some goodies from USA Kilts soon.
Thanks again for a lesson in Scottish tradition. I have heard about celebrate Burns Night, but now I know more and it would have been fun to be able to participate in that tradition for real. Unfortunately, I don't know anyone from Scottland, but who knows. Greetings from Inger and Sweden.
Great explanation! We are hosting our very first (very) informal Burns night supper outside (in Salt Lake City, UT) this coming Tuesday. This is a clear and concise description and is a great help. Next year a piper and kilts are on the menu!! ;)
I appreciated this video, great guidance. Even here in Scotland, more haggis is sold tonight then any other night of the year... but here, we also have haggis sold in fish & chip shops all year round. Deep fried haggis in batter, got to try it if you are ever in Scotland! Fresh deep fried in batter, much better option than a deep fried sausage. Haggis & chips with plenty salt & white vinegar. All year round, a wee treat. ;) 👍🏴
not looked at burns since i was at school, but even looking at this there is a swelling of scottish pride, it really is in our bones, hope you had fun on your burns night
Excellent video, I have already sent out my invitations strictly casual Scots wear, Kilts preferred for the men, over here it is the middle of summer and for some reason I am looking at RUclips at 3.30 in the morning
Ye did a guid job describing the supper lad but the only veggies served are neeps and tatties. Dessert would not be clootie dumpling , too heavy. Shortbread is served at New Year. Dessert at a Burns supper would probably be Cranachan or various cheeses, fruit and crackers. Cranachan is a dessert of fresh whipped cream, fresh raspberries, oats and of course whisky. Try it ! It's nice and light and a fresh end to the meal. I'm sure there's a recipe on line. Slainte!
Here's a newspaper account of a Burns supper held in Baltimore in 1834: drive.google.com/file/d/1yQp838tHnHQ30QNGjF-udZ9LgQuC80UY/view?usp=sharing The festivities lasted four and a half hours. There were 13 regular toasts, followed by nine "volunteer" toasts. The George Clazey mentioned as being elected to the standing committee was my great-great-great-grandfather. He was born in Hutton, Berwickshire, around 1786, came to American around 1818, and died in Baltimore in 1857.
Always a great event to look forward to and to celebrate. As the soup course, think about having Cullen Skink, a soup made with smoked haddock, and for a sweet course try toasted oatmeal, whisky, thick cream and fresh raspberries. I really enjoy your RUclips content and am aiming to visit, weather permitting in February. Here's tae us. Malcolm Brown
When I was wee boy in Scotland, my parents used to tell me a Burns poem, but I'm not sure if it's an actual Burns work: "Poor wee thing, born without a skin Spake but wance and died." It's an ode to a fart, apparently. Anyone know if this is actually by Rabbie Burns? Or is it just my dad being a smart arse?
"Ode Tae A Fart", is sometime attributed to Burns, but it is more likely just written in his style. Here it is in it's entirety: Oh whit a sleekit horrible beastie Lurks in yer belly efter the feastie Jist as ye sit doon among yer kin There sterts tae stir an enormous win' The neeps 'n' tatties 'n' mushy peas Stert workin' like a gentle breeze But soon the puddin' wi' the sauncie face Will hae ye blawin' a' ower the place Nae maiter whit the hell ye dae A'bodys gonnae hiv tae pay Even if ye try tae stifle It's like a bullet oot a rifle Hawd yer bum ticht tae the chair Tae try an' stop the leakin' air Shify yersel fae cheek tae cheek Prae tae God it disnae reek But aw yer efforts go assunder Oot it comes like a clap o' thunder Ricochets aroon the room Michty me a sonic boom God almichty it fairly reeks Hope a huvnae s**t ma breeks Tae the bog a better scurry Aw whit the hell, it's no ma worry A'body roon aboot me chokin Wan or twa are nearly bokin A'll feel better for a while Cannae help but raise a smile Wis him! A shout wi' accusin glower Alas too late, he's jist keeled ower Ye dirty bugger they shout and stare A dinnae feel welcome ony mair Where e'er ye be let yer wind gang free Sounds like jist the job fur me Whit a fuss at Rabbie's party Ower the sake o' wan wee farty So, no, the poem your Dad told you was not a Robert Burns work, either, but was probably pretty funny when you were a kid.
Have not had the opportunity to attend a Burns Night. Would love to. Still time to do some research on local gatherings. Seems to me there is one in Maine not too far from where I live.
So there is an old idea, not sure if there is any truth to it, that when Jeremiah the prophet fled from the Babylonian conquest, he eventually ended up in the British Isles. And that the rock under the queens throne is the rock that Moses made water come from, and that tartan is originally from Israel. This tradition is allegedly why Joseph of Aramathea came to Glastonbury after Resurrection. And it supposedly accounts for the number of Jeremys, Jeromes, etc, in Scotland and Ireland. After hearing your description of a Burns supper, it reminds me of Passover. I wonder if you guys could research this and do a video about these legends.
2:21 Okay, I am running into conflicting information on "Neeps" - some sources, as with y'all, say that it's mashed turnips; however, in other sources, they say it's mashed rutabaga. I'm co-hosting my first-ever Burns Night Supper, and have a Vegetarian Haggis (by accident) from Scottish Gourmet, and they are sending a meat Haggis, so I'm really pressed for time, to make sure I have the correct root vegetable.
It can be either. Most often turnips is what comes to mind but either is fine. Potatoes and turnips are traditionally major staples. Jack-o-lanterns were originally carved out of turnips. I wish the very best evening! Cheers! 🙋♂️
Wow, I'm trying to host a Robert Burns Night (I'm Scotch Ancestry). I think I'll invite The Knights of St Andrews and build it up from there. Great presentation, thank you.
The rutabaga, swede, neep, turnip or snagger, also called by several other names in different regions, is a root vegetable that originated as a cross between the cabbage and the turnip.
Was on an archaeological dig in Scotland and got to have an authentic Burns Night supper in the highlands. Now I plan to have one every year
Every year on a Saturday as close to Robby's birth day as we can the Knights of St. Andrew of the Scottish Rite Valley of Denver host a Burns Dinner. It is loads of fun and some pomp to boot. We have expanded our dinner over the last decade to nearly 300 guests. We do ours as a fund raiser for our building fund and a local children's charity. Your video is a great introduction in putting on this great event. sláinte
Another soup you should serve at a Burns Supper is Cullen Skink. Another recommended dessert to serve is a Cranachan. You might also want to serve some Scottish cheeses to go with the meal.
My dad was from Scotland so I am familiar with this celebration but, nevertheless, really enjoyed your video ... sent a link to a good friend over in the USA who hasn't heard of a Burns Night Supper...
This year in lockdown just me and the wife celebrating burns night.
Hosting my first Burns Supper this year! Really excited about it. Not a whole lot of Scottish culture in Minnesota (at least not in Central and Northern MN) but doing my bit. LOVE this channel and hope to be purchasing some goodies from USA Kilts soon.
I’m hosting my first this year too! And in MN as well, wish me luck!
Thanks again for a lesson in Scottish tradition. I have heard about celebrate Burns Night, but now I know more and it would have been fun to be able to participate in that tradition for real. Unfortunately, I don't know anyone from Scottland, but who knows. Greetings from Inger and Sweden.
plan a trip here when the world returns to normal
Great explanation! We are hosting our very first (very) informal Burns night supper outside (in Salt Lake City, UT) this coming Tuesday. This is a clear and concise description and is a great help. Next year a piper and kilts are on the menu!! ;)
I appreciated this video, great guidance. Even here in Scotland, more haggis is sold tonight then any other night of the year... but here, we also have haggis sold in fish & chip shops all year round. Deep fried haggis in batter, got to try it if you are ever in Scotland! Fresh deep fried in batter, much better option than a deep fried sausage. Haggis & chips with plenty salt & white vinegar. All year round, a wee treat. ;) 👍🏴
Best explanation about Burns Night and its traditional items! Thank you and a Happy Burns Night today!!!
not looked at burns since i was at school, but even looking at this there is a swelling of scottish pride, it really is in our bones, hope you had fun on your burns night
Excellent video, I have already sent out my invitations strictly casual Scots wear, Kilts preferred for the men, over here it is the middle of summer and for some reason I am looking at RUclips at 3.30 in the morning
G'day! Where (roughly) are you?
Light-weight kilts are a refreshing option.
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Done like a professional. Very good
Nailed it. Nice job.
Ye did a guid job describing the supper lad but the only veggies served are neeps and tatties. Dessert would not be clootie dumpling , too heavy. Shortbread is served at New Year. Dessert at a Burns supper would probably be Cranachan or various cheeses, fruit and crackers. Cranachan is a dessert of fresh whipped cream, fresh raspberries, oats and of course whisky. Try it ! It's nice and light and a fresh end to the meal. I'm sure there's a recipe on line. Slainte!
Love Burns night, cannot wait to hold the next one
Here's a newspaper account of a Burns supper held in Baltimore in 1834: drive.google.com/file/d/1yQp838tHnHQ30QNGjF-udZ9LgQuC80UY/view?usp=sharing
The festivities lasted four and a half hours. There were 13 regular toasts, followed by nine "volunteer" toasts.
The George Clazey mentioned as being elected to the standing committee was my great-great-great-grandfather. He was born in Hutton, Berwickshire, around 1786, came to American around 1818, and died in Baltimore in 1857.
Always a great event to look forward to and to celebrate.
As the soup course, think about having Cullen Skink, a soup made with smoked haddock, and for a sweet course try toasted oatmeal, whisky, thick cream and fresh raspberries. I really enjoy your RUclips content and am aiming to visit, weather permitting in February.
Here's tae us. Malcolm Brown
Its the Haggis .. neeps (turnip) and tatties (potatoes). Only! Whisky sauce if you like but no other veggies
Never seen the point of other vegetables myself every single time we have haggis . And I prefer my black bush whiskey
Your tech person must have been a Colquhoun. The background tartan was tartan was Colquhoun as was the clan badge toward the end of the video.
Thanks, Rocky.
I prefer black salsify as vegtable, it fits very well for whiskysauce and every kind of meat and sausages
Excellent!!
When I was wee boy in Scotland, my parents used to tell me a Burns poem, but I'm not sure if it's an actual Burns work:
"Poor wee thing, born without a skin
Spake but wance and died."
It's an ode to a fart, apparently.
Anyone know if this is actually by Rabbie Burns? Or is it just my dad being a smart arse?
"Ode Tae A Fart", is sometime attributed to Burns, but it is more likely just written in his style. Here it is in it's entirety:
Oh whit a sleekit horrible beastie
Lurks in yer belly efter the feastie
Jist as ye sit doon among yer kin
There sterts tae stir an enormous win'
The neeps 'n' tatties 'n' mushy peas
Stert workin' like a gentle breeze
But soon the puddin' wi' the sauncie face
Will hae ye blawin' a' ower the place
Nae maiter whit the hell ye dae
A'bodys gonnae hiv tae pay
Even if ye try tae stifle
It's like a bullet oot a rifle
Hawd yer bum ticht tae the chair
Tae try an' stop the leakin' air
Shify yersel fae cheek tae cheek
Prae tae God it disnae reek
But aw yer efforts go assunder
Oot it comes like a clap o' thunder
Ricochets aroon the room
Michty me a sonic boom
God almichty it fairly reeks
Hope a huvnae s**t ma breeks
Tae the bog a better scurry
Aw whit the hell, it's no ma worry
A'body roon aboot me chokin
Wan or twa are nearly bokin
A'll feel better for a while
Cannae help but raise a smile
Wis him! A shout wi' accusin glower
Alas too late, he's jist keeled ower
Ye dirty bugger they shout and stare
A dinnae feel welcome ony mair
Where e'er ye be let yer wind gang free
Sounds like jist the job fur me
Whit a fuss at Rabbie's party
Ower the sake o' wan wee farty
So, no, the poem your Dad told you was not a Robert Burns work, either, but was probably pretty funny when you were a kid.
Have not had the opportunity to attend a Burns Night. Would love to. Still time to do some research on local gatherings. Seems to me there is one in Maine not too far from where I live.
great video, thanks
Being scottish I've done a few burns nights haggis canned take.
So there is an old idea, not sure if there is any truth to it, that when Jeremiah the prophet fled from the Babylonian conquest, he eventually ended up in the British Isles. And that the rock under the queens throne is the rock that Moses made water come from, and that tartan is originally from Israel. This tradition is allegedly why Joseph of Aramathea came to Glastonbury after Resurrection. And it supposedly accounts for the number of Jeremys, Jeromes, etc, in Scotland and Ireland. After hearing your description of a Burns supper, it reminds me of Passover. I wonder if you guys could research this and do a video about these legends.
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Should have read it in Scots! Be brave! Haha ! ;) from Scotland 🏴
Oldest known recipe for Haggis is from Lancashire England, not Scotland.
How do i make whiskey sauce
2:21 Okay, I am running into conflicting information on "Neeps" - some sources, as with y'all, say that it's mashed turnips; however, in other sources, they say it's mashed rutabaga. I'm co-hosting my first-ever Burns Night Supper, and have a Vegetarian Haggis (by accident) from Scottish Gourmet, and they are sending a meat Haggis, so I'm really pressed for time, to make sure I have the correct root vegetable.
Here's an explanarion on "neeps":
www.veg-world.com/articles/neeps.htm
It can be either. Most often turnips is what comes to mind but either is fine.
Potatoes and turnips are traditionally major staples.
Jack-o-lanterns were originally carved out of turnips.
I wish the very best evening! Cheers! 🙋♂️
I am scottish and neeps are mashed turnips
I don't think any Scottish greengrocer's ever heard of rutabaga, let alone sold it :))
Wow, I'm trying to host a Robert Burns Night (I'm Scotch Ancestry). I think I'll invite The Knights of St Andrews and build it up from there. Great presentation, thank you.
Neeps is rutabaga, not turnips
The rutabaga, swede, neep, turnip or snagger, also called by several other names in different regions, is a root vegetable that originated as a cross between the cabbage and the turnip.
They never mention the womaniser alcoholic part of our glorious rabbi
What a load of pish
Best explanation about Burns Night and its traditional items! Thank you and a Happy Burns Night today!!!
Best explanation about Burns Night and its traditional items! Thank you and a Happy Burns Night today!!!