Some think St. Joseph's Day doesn't get enough attention because of St. Patrick's Day. So this goes out to all our Italian-Americans.

March 19th is the feast of Saint Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary, foster-father of Jesus Christ. Some recognize it as a day for those named Joseph and Josephine. In Portugal, Spain and Italy, St. Joseph's Day is similar to Fathers Day.

How Is St. Joseph's Day Celebrated?

On St. Patrick's Day we wear green. Well, for St. Joseph's Day we wear red. The celebration includes a feast with lots of food, flowers, candles, and wine. The table is surrounded by family and called  “La Tavola di San Giuseppe" or "St. Joseph's Table." Essential foods included fava beans, lemons, and food with bread crumbs. Meat is not usually served since it takes place during Lent. No one goes hungry on St. Joseph's Day.

[Information from Fisheaters.com and ibtimes.com]


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