Tools of A Kitchen Witch
BLENDER : Mingling with others, Stirring up energy
COOKBOOK : Book of Shadows, Excellence, Virtue
COOKIE TIN : Sweet things in life, Pleasure
CRISPER : Invigoration and Restoration
CUPBOARDS : Savings, Supplies, Providence
DISH TOWEL : Stricture, Determined precision
DISHWASHER : Leisure, The Water Element, Convenience
DRAIN : Troubles, Burdens, Bad habits
DRAWERS : Hidden matters, Material goods
FOOD WRAP : Prudence, Conservation, Control, Secrets
FORK : Piercing, Penetrating, Perception
FUNNEL : Flow, Unhindered order, Coaxing energy along
KNIFE : Cutting away, Sharpness of mind, Separation
MEASURING CUP : Evaluation, Allotment, Caution
MICROWAVE : Acceleration, Legal expedition
OVEN :Passion, Fertility, Fire Element
OVEN BURNERS : The Four Directons/Elements
OVEN FAN : The Air Element, Movement, Clearing vision
PITCHER : Abundance, Invigoration, Refreshment
REFRIGERATOR : Cooling temper, Preservation, Protection
ROLLING PIN : Discipline, Moderation, Control
SIFTER : Sorting out confusion, Organization, Filtering negativity
SPATULA : Sensibility, Recycling, Changing directions
STEAMER : Slow processes, Even temperament
TEA KETTLE : Divination, Alertness, Kinship, Health
THERMOMETER : Observations Skills, Analysis
WHISK : Excitement, Increasing bounty
WINDOW : Winds of change, Refreshment, Vital energy
Foods and Their Magickal Associations
Fruits, Vegetables and Greens
Alfalfa sprouts : Providence, Sustenance
Apple : Peace, Love, Health, Earth magick
Apricot : Romance
Artichoke : Growth, Safety
Banana : Heroic energy, Male sexuality
Beets : Passion, Love, Beauty
Blueberry : Peace, Calm
Broccoli : Strength, Leadership, Physical improvements
Brussel sprouts : Endurance, Tenacity, Stability
Carrot : Vision, Masculine energies
Cauliflower : Lunar/water-related magick
Celery : Passion, Grounding, peace
Cherry : Love, Female sexuality
Coconut : Diversity, Flexibility, Spirituality
Corn : Life of the land, Cycles, Eternity
Cranberry : Energy for security and protection
Dandelion : Divination, Foresight, Oracles
Date : Resurrection, Eternity, Spirit
Garlic : Hex breaking, Banishing, Protection
Grape : Dreams, Vision, Fertility
Grapefruit : Purification, Health
Guava : Romance, Fantasy, Relieving sorrow
Horseradish : Protection, Fiery energy
Lemon : Longevity, Purification, Marriage, Joy, Faithfulness
Lettuce : Financial magick, Peace, Relaxation
Lime : Cleansing
Olive : Peace, Spiritual pursuits
Onion : Protection
Orange : Health, Fidelity, Love
Passion Fruit : Promoting kinship and love
Pear : Longevity, Luck
Peas : Goddess Magick, Love
Peppers, green : Growth, Prosperity
Peppers, red : Energy, Vitality, Strength
Peppers, yellow : Empowered creativity
Pineapple : Healing, Protection, Prosperity
Pomegranate : Fruitfulness, Hospitality, Wishes
Potato : Folk medicine, Health, Grounding, Earth magic
Quince : Happiness
Raspberry : Vigor, Stamina, Love
Strawberry : Zest, Intensity, Romance
Sweet Potato : Well founded, gentle love
Tomato : Attracting love
Herbs and Spices
Allspice : Luck, Health
Bay : Psychic powers, Strength and health
Caraway : Protection from theft and negativity, Trust
Cardamon : Increase the strength of unions/partnerships
Catnip : Rest, Joy, Cat magick
Chives : Protection, Breaking bad habits
Clove : Stolen kisses, Fun love, Protection, Piercing illusions
Coriander : Love, Well-being, Intelligence
Dill : Protecting children
Ginger : Health, Cleansing, Vibrant energy, Zeal
Lavender : Spiritual vision, Acknowledgement, Comfort
Parsley : Luck, Protection from accidents
Pepper, black : Cleansing, Purification, Protection, Banishing
Saffron : Bounty, Leadership, Prosperity
Salt : Cleansing, Purification, Grounding
Grains, Nuts and Legumes
Barley : Love, Controlling pain of any nature
Beans : Divination, Prosperity, Decision-making
Hazelnut : Wisdom, Fertility
Oats : Life of the land, Prosperity, Sustenance
Peanut : Earth magic, Male energy
Rice : Abundant blessings, Fertility
Walnut : Mental faculties
Edible Flowers
Carnation : Pride, Beauty
Chrysanthemum : Longevity, Ease, Vigor
Clover : Triple god and or goddess
Cowslip : Faerie magick, Grace
Daisy : Innocence, Fidelity, Dawn, New beginnings
Elder flower : Protection from Fey, Blessing, Wishes
Hyacinth : Reliability, Constancy
Lilac : Love, Youth, Joy, Fastidiousness
Marigold : Cares, Burdens, Change, Luck in love
Orange flower : Purity, Faithfulness, Fruitfulness
Pansy : Glee, Fancy, Fondness, Fairy folk
Rose : Love, Faithfulness, Friendship
Tulip : Declaration of love
Violet : Grace, Modesty, Excellence, Expression
Miscellaneous
Baking soda/powder : Raising energy or expectations
Beef : Prosperity, Grounding
Bread : Kinship, Sustenance
Butter : Tenacity, Smoothing relationships
Cake : Celebration, Joyous occasions, Hospitality
Cheese : Joy, Health, Things coming to fruition, Reinforcement of personal or spiritual groundwork
Chicken : Health, Well-being, Sunrise magick
Chocolate : Lifting emotions, Love
Clams : Increase sexual desires, Secrets revealed
Coffee : Energy, Alertness, Mental awareness
Cookies : Maternal instincts, Nurturing love
Corn syrup : Solidifying plans or ideas
Deer : Elegance, Grace, Refinement
Eggs : Fertility, Mysticism, Ancient questions
Fish : Strengthen psychic awareness, expand ability to give and receive love
Flour : Revealing hidden matters, Consistency
Gravy : Smooth transitions, Consistency, Uniformity
Ham : Theatrical flair, Dramatic energy
Hazel : Wishes, Good fortune
Jelly : Joy, Energy, Pleasantness
Juice : Rejuvenation, Vitality, Energy
Lamb : Sensitivity, Kindness, Warmth
Lobster : Reincarnation, Rebirth, Growth
Milk : Goddess energy, Maternal instinct, Nurturing
Mustard : Faith, Mental alertness
Popcorn : Lifting burdens, Recreational activities
Pork : Fertility, Profuseness
Relish : Protection (dill), Enhanced passion (sweet)
Sausage : Zest, Variety, God magick
Soup : Steady change and improved communication
Syrup : Tree magick, Amiable meetings
Tea : Divination, Insight, Meditation, Restfulness
Turkey : Colorful displays, Holiday feasts, Family gatherings
Waffles : Gathering or reserving amiable feelings, Accommodation
Wine : Celebration, Joy, Honoring positive actions
Yogurt : Health, Spirituality, Goddess magick
Associations of Foods and Holidays
To Help in Your Choice of Menu
Imbolc - February 2
From the myths, the idea is to help the Sun on its journey, banishing winter
Prepare yellow and orange foods such as carrots and squash to symbolize the Sun, and anything hot and spicy
Ostara
Also known as the Spring Equinox
About March 21
Marks the astronomical start of spring.
Food for joy, life, harmony and productivity
Egg dishes are excellent, as are sprouts, seeds of any kind, green leafy vegetables. Flower dishes using rose, mustard, squash, nasturtium, or carnation flowers are welcome.
Beltane
May 1
This is a holiday of love, fertility, weaving of masculine and feminine energy. It is the high point of spring.
Oat bread and cookies, spring wines, and egg dishes are appropriate. Ice cream yogurt, cheese are also welcome additions to the menu.
Summer Solstice
About June 22
Celebrate an ancient time of magick. Great fires were lit on hilltops in honor of the Sun's strength.
This holiday is dedicated to fire festivals, love, beauty, passion, and energy.
Put some spicy main dishes on the menu, and fresh fruit desserts, or any dish with fruit as a major ingredient.
Lammas
Also know as Lughnasadh
August 1
Celebrate the first harvest with a grand variety of foods.
Any homemade bread, all berries, crab apples, and grains, garden vegetables are appropriate.
Mabon
Also known as the Fall Equinox
About September 21
This holiday marks the second harvest, and preparation for winter.
Put corn squash, and wheat bread on the menu along with other grains, especially corn. Any corn recipe is acceptable. Beans and squash are also good additions to the menu.
Samhain
October 31
Ancient Celtic festival known here as Halloween, a degraded version. This holiday marks the end of the year.
Psychic abilities are best honed with, bay, celery, fish, fresh fruit, Root crops such as turnips, carrots, potatoes, beets, apples in all forms and cider, grains, nuts, mulled wines, pumpkins, and roasted pumpkin seeds may be eaten.
Pomegranates are associated with Samhaim due to their connection with the under world in classical mythology. Eat them raw or use in recipes.
Yule
Also known as the Winter Solstice
December 21
Longest night of the year, the waning of winter. After the Winter Solstice the hours of light increase. Yule is associated with the returning of the Sun.
Encourage the return of the Sun with gingerbread, the modern version of ancient cakes made of grain and honey. These were offered as sacrifices to the goddesses and gods at Yule. These cakes were buried with the dead to ensure the passage of their souls into the other world.
Apples hung on Yule trees symbolize the continuing fertility of the earth. Any apple dish is welcomed on this holiday.
When ginger was introduced into Europe from Asia, it was incorporated into the ritual Yule cake. This was the origin of gingerbread.
Cookies are standard on this holiday
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