Today is St. Patty’s Day! Now I know you are busy munching on your Vegan Irish Chocolate Cupcakes and Colcannon Potatoes and Cabbage, but take a moment and read over the following tips on how to keep you (and your family) safe on this awesome green holiday!
- Avoid places that are known for rowdy and/or young crowds and heavy partying. Opt for a more mellow pub or restaurant to celebrate with your friends and neighbors.
- Designate a driver if you decide you’re going to drink.
- Roads can become more filled with drunk drivers after midnight when bars start closing, so set a safe curfew for yourself and if possible head home sooner than later. If you find yourself on the road late at night please pay extra attention and utilize your defensive driving skills.
- If you feel tired or under the influence, call a friend or a cab. You can also plan ahead to take public transportation!
- To avoid those awful hangovers and any regrets, opt out of those all day pub crawls and instead find safer and more natural ways to celebrate Ireland, such as checking out any neighborhood festivals, watching an Irish band play, baking cupcakes, or watching Irish-inspired movies with friends.
It is easy to stay safe on this holiday as long as you play it smart!
That being said- have a great St. Patty’s day from all of us here at 8th Continent Soymilk! Next up- the L.A. Marathon!