While St. Paddy’s is typically known as a big drinking holiday, those who are abstaining for whatever reason need not be left out. Nonalcoholic beer has been growing in popularity over the last few years, and the Irish king of beers has taken a swing at it, too.

From hearty Irish stews to soda bread and Irish coffee, discover the heart of Irish cuisine with these 16 classic and delicious Irish recipes that can be enjoyed year-round or to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

But doing it live on TV for Canada's national broadcaster ahead of St Patrick's Day? That was a real "pinch me" moment for the County Armagh woman. "It's one thing to teach Irish in Canada, but to teach it on national television to the entire country – that was something else,