The luck of the Irish

March 17th is a day to celebrate the Emerald Isle and what better way to do it than with a refreshing Guinness sorbet. But, first, a few facts about St Patrick’s Day;St Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland who died on March 17th, 432AD.;Patrick was actually born in Britain, during the Roman period, but was taken to Ireland to become a slave, against his own will. After he was freed, he became a priest and was later made the first bishop of Ireland. He’s credited with bringing christianity to Ireland.;It’s also believed he drove all of the snakes out of Ireland!;Revellers are expected to wear green to make you invisible to leprechauns. If you aren’t wearing green, then, according to folklore, a leprechaun will see you and pinch you!;St Patrick’s Day is celebrated around the world and, every year, the Chicago River is turned green. It’s a nationally recognised holiday in the United States – but not in the UK.;Traditionally, people watch the local parade, followed by a dinner of corned beef and cabbage, Irish dancing – and lashings of Guinness!;Guinness claims around 13 million pints of the "black stuff" (although it’s technically a very deep red) are consumed worldwide on the holiday alone.