script name
Happy St. Patrick's Day from Reinwald's Bakery
Greetings!

Welcome to March! Lent started last week on Ash Wednesday which means that Spring is not too far off. According to Christian traditions, Lent is the 40 day season leading up to Easter Sunday and is a time to abstain and sacrifice. Last week we started making fastnacht kuchen, the German Lenten Donut. Traditionally these treats were enjoyed on "Fastnacht" (the eve of fasting). This celebration is more commonly known around the world as Mardi Gras! Here at the bakery, we decided that they were too good to only have one day a year, therefore, we will be making the Lenten donuts until Easter.


March also means St. Patty's day! I always loved the enthusiasm expressed on this day. Everyone is always in a good mood on March 17th, I like to think the mood carries throughout the entire month. This year Huntington's St. Patrick's Day Parade will be Sunday, March 8th. Be sure to stop in to get your hot cup of coffee or cocoa before the parade so you don't miss the Bag Pipes or Step Dancers. We hope to see you there!


Lastly, if your family is anything like mine March is a popular birthday month. I have four that I can think of without checking a calendar. Don't forget, the most important part of their birthday is a custom cake made just the way they like it! Now you can browse through cakes that we have done in the past on our website. Shop around, if you see something you like simply request a quote right there online at your convenience. To browse our gallery click here.

Below you will find, a special E-club offer, featured items, A great recipe idea, as well as information on the St. Patty's Parade. Thank you for your continued readership, and we hope to see you all soon.

Sincerely,

Rich Reinwald
Reinwald's Bakery
hotcross
Hot Cross Buns

The hot cross bun is traditionally enjoyed on Good Friday. At Reinwald's they can be enjoyed Throughout the season. The sweet bun dough is scattered with raisins and iced with a cross as a symbol of the crucifixion. You don't have to be a Christian to enjoy these age old classics, just as everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day!
fastnacht
Fastnacht Kuchen

This German Lenten Donut is traditionally enjoyed on "Fastnacht" or the eve of fasting, more commonly known as Mardi Gras. The airy donut is dusted in powdered sugar for a light and satisfying treat that you don't have to feel guilty about. We will be making these family favorites for the entire Lenten season until Easter.
 
 
stpatty
Huntington's 75th St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday March 8th, 2pm start time

Join us as we celebrate St Patrick's Day in Huntington. Stop by our bakery! We are right along the parade route on New York Avenue. The parade begins near the Huntington Train Station and continues North into Huntington Village.Stop by the bakery and pick up some coffee and something sweet to enjoy as the parade passes by!

We are located at 495 New York Avenue.

For a list of all Long Island St. Patrick's Day parades Click Here.
 
From the Reinwald's Home Kitchen
Shepherd's Pie

 I always like to make this dish in March.
It seems to go so well with a slice of soda bread.
shep2 lbs. lean ground beef
2 medium onions
1 cup chopped mushrooms
1 tsp. vegetable oil
1 lg Bag frozen vegetables
2 beef bouillon cube
1 tomato paste
2 cup water
1/4 cup gravy thickener or flour
8 large potatoes
2 tbs. Butter
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
salt, pepper, mixed herbs to taste

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Peel, chop, boil, drain then mash potatoes incorporating butter, milk, and salt & pepper. Set aside.
Blanch, or slightly cook the vegetables. Set aside. You can use whichever vegetable you enjoy. I usually like peas and carrots in this dish, and I think corn is popular as well.
In a large, deep frying pan saute onions and mushrooms in oil. Add meat and brown.
Add vegetables, herbs (I might used some parsley, thyme, and/or rosemary) and salt & pepper then cook for a few more minutes. Pour Meat & vegetable mixture into a casserole pan. Now its time for the gravy!

In a hot pan (the same pan) add some water to deglaze. Combine bouillon cubes with 1 cup of water then add to the pan along with tomato paste, herbs and salt & pepper. Mix gravy thickener into a cup of cold water and add to pan. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until thick (you may need to add more thickener). If you like gravy you may want to make some extra.

Add gravy to the meat mixture and spread mashed potatoes over the top. Lastly brush top with egg wash (water and egg) and bake for 45 minutes or until slightly brown on top. For a crusty top rough up the top with a fork to create some texture and bake a little longer.
Special E-Club Offer from Reinwald's Bakery

sodabreadIrish Soda Bread
that will rival your Grandma's.

Only $2.99

Offer valid March 8th -17th
Just mention this e-mail
St. Patrick's Day Facts

Here are some interesting facts about St. Patrick's Day that you may not know.
  • St. Patrick was born in 385 AD somewhere along the west coast of Britain, possibly in the Welsh town of Banwen. At age 16, he was captured and sold into slavery to a sheep farmer. He escaped when he was 22 and spent the next 12 years in a monastery. In his 30's he returned to Ireland as a Christian missionary. He died at Saul in 461 AD (on March 17th) and is buried at Downpatrick. He is the patron Saint of Ireland.

  • Legend says that each leaf of the clover means something: the first is for hope, the second for faith, the third for love and the fourth for luck. It is also said that the common 3 leaf shamrock is a sign of the Holy Trinity for Christians.

  • The Irish flag is green, white and orange. The green symbolizes the people of the south, and orange, the people of the north. White represents the peace that brings them together as a nation.

  • Until 1995, the pubs in Dublin used to be closed on this National Holiday.

  • The St. Patrick's Day custom came to America in 1737.

  • There are more Americans of Irish origin than there are Irish in Ireland

  • The first organized St. Patrick's Day Parade was held in New York in 1762. The parade consisted of Irish soldiers serving in the English military, the parade helped them reconnect with their Irish roots.

  • History suggests that the true color of St. Patrick was blue. He was often depicted as wearing blue, the ancient colors of Ireland. It wasn't until recent centuries that Green became highly associated with the holiday.