Everyone's Irish on March 17! That might be why St. Patrick's Day is one of the greatest holidays for celebrating, no matter your heritage. It also helps that there are many colorful symbols associated with the day, making keeping with a theme easy and fun. Decorations, activities, and the foods – maybe especially the foods – make St. Paddy’s Day the perfect time for having fun with friends and loved ones. Whether you’re planning a simple evening at home with the family or throwing a St. Patrick’s Day shindig, these fun ideas will keep the holiday theme going throughout your celebration.

Spice Substitutes: Save the Day with a Few Sneaky “Fill-Ins”

Shhhhh – They won’t Know the Difference!

Whether you’re cooking a fabulous celebratory feast or just regular weeknight dinner for the family, getting a recipe half-way finished only to realize you are out of a spice or seasoning that is very important to the flavor of the final result is the worst! Don’t overreact and throw it away; instead consult this list of substitutions. Chances are, nobody will even notice the change. If you find yourself missing something in your spice rack, here are a few smart substitutions for spices and herbs you can try in a pinch.