Sheep Shearing Shindig 2026 in San Luis Obispo, California reposted by Ruth Paget

Watch the website below for the 2026 Sheep Shearing Shindig in San Luis Obispo, California.  The event usually takes place in May after the sheep have grown a thick coat from winter.

The event has hayrides, food, music, and vendors.  Click below for information for this event that unites Scottish and Spanish culture:

Sheep Shearing Shindig 2026 in San Luis Obispo, California

Reposted by Ruth Paget, author of Eating Soup with Chopsticks and Marrying France

Scottish Cold Reliever by Ruth Paget

 Scottish Cold Reliever by Ruth Paget

Ingredients:

-1/2 cup whiskey

-Juice of 1 lemon

-2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

Heat until honey melts in the whiskey and lemon juice.

Drink while warm.

Be prepared to use the bathroom.

Source: McFarland Family - Arena, Wisconsin - Elizabeth McFarland - my great-great-grandmother

By Ruth Paget, author of Eating Soup with Chopsticks and Marrying France