Plan a Tasty St. Patrick’s Day Menu Start your recipes for St. Patrick’s Day planning by deciding what menu you need. Is this a party or a meal? Will it be just adults or are there children too? Are you providing all the dishes or will others be bringing in food also? Once you know the answers, then begin selecting recipes to fit what you need like appetizers, main dishes, desserts, or snacks. Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Recipes vs Modern The flavors of St. Patrick’s Day are Irish dishes, right? There are several traditional recipes for St. Patrick’s Day, however