To bless your kitchen, wash three stems of basil and tie them together to form a small “wand.” Facing east, hold the basil in your power hand and gently shake it as you move clockwise around your... Read more

My grandmother used this recipe as a spell to get rid of colds.
Chicken Soup
1 whole chicken (about 3–4 pounds), 2 onions, 3 carrots, 4 stalks of celery, 5 cloves of garlic, 6 pints water, 2... Read more

Color of the day: Topaz
Incense of the day: Neroli

If you are going to have houseguests staying with you this summer, the following magical tips will help things go more smoothly. Using a broom... Read more

Color of the day: Brown
Incense of the day: Neroli

June 9 is the festival of Vestalia, honoring Vesta, the goddess of hearth and home. Ovid said of her: “Vesta was fire, and fire was Vestal.” In... Read more

8 ounces of cauliflower florets
6 ounces broccoli florets
1 small carrot, sliced thin
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon cooking oil (canola, vegetable, or peanut)
1 clove... Read more

Color of the day: Scarlet
Incense of the day: Pine

Today is the last day of Cerealia, honoring Ceres, goddess of grains. On this day, her temple in Rome was first dedicated, bringing a horrible... Read more

Today is the birthday of Thomas Bulfinch, a renowned American mythologist. Many people have read and appreciated his writings, and his efforts have preserved ancient lore. My “Bulfinch Spell” is to... Read more

Color of the day: White
Incense of the day: Sandalwood

Winter drives our thoughts inward as the harsh weather makes it inconvenient or impossible to travel or work outside. Introspection has its... Read more

One of the best ways to celebrate with friends before the holiday madness takes hold is to have a good, old-fashioned cookie party. It takes a bit of planning. You need to decide if the cookies will... Read more

Spring is the season of new life, Lady Day biscuits called “Queen’s Biscuits” can be made and shared with family and friends to smooth relations for the year. This recipe makes about six dozen... Read more