The kitchen witch is a belief or tradition that has been passed down through generations. It is believed that the presence of a kitchen witch in the home brings good luck and protects the household from evil spirits. The notion of the kitchen witch is most commonly found in European folklore, particularly in Germanic and Scandinavian cultures. The kitchen witch is typically a small, handcrafted doll with a broomstick in one hand and a cooking utensil in the other. She is often adorned with a traditional witch's hat and wears a dress or apron. The doll is usually displayed in the kitchen, hanging from a cabinet or placed on a shelf.
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She s, in Harry Potter terms, a Squib but that doesn t prevent her from learning how to be an apothecary and marrying a wizard to hopefully birth a proper magician. I d argue that most of them choose to be ignorant after a point and become bad people but I grew up in a household that sincerely believed the Civil War was about state s rights--so I have both sympathy as well as condemnation for our heroine.
The doll is usually displayed in the kitchen, hanging from a cabinet or placed on a shelf. It is believed that the kitchen witch possesses magical powers and abilities related to the home and cooking. She is said to help with various domestic tasks, such as keeping the kitchen clean, ensuring food is cooked properly, and promoting harmony within the household.
THE BLACK WITCH
A massive page-turner that leaves readers longing for more.
Transported from her sheltered village life to join the diverse, magical student body at Verpax University, Elloren Gardner’s comfortable sense of history is challenged by living and learning alongside Elves, shape-shifting Lupines, and even feared, demonic Icarals.
In Gardneria, mages rule the land, brought to power by Elloren’s illustrious forebears, including Elloren’s magically powerful grandmother, The Black Witch, Carnissa Gardner, who drove back enemy forces in the Realm War; however, a Gardnerian Seer predicts a new Black Witch will rise to battle a Great Winged One. Yet although she’s the spitting image of Carnissa, with the black hair, glimmering skin, and green eyes characteristic of pure-blooded Gardnerians, Elloren appears devoid of magical powers in a society that prizes them. Pressured by her politically powerful aunt Vyvian to be wandfasted to attractive Level Five Mage Lukas Grey, Elloren draws the ire of his jealous, would-be suitor Fallon Bane—another Level Five Mage rumored to be the next Black Witch. At Verpax, Elloren must room with two Icarals and work alongside rainbow-hued Urisks and Kelts whose “blood is polluted” with other races’. But as Elloren slowly befriends her strange set of schoolmates (Lupine twins Diana and Jarod, Icaral roommate Ariel, and attractive and mysterious Kelt Yvan) she’s challenged to confront her own prejudices. At book’s end, Yvan, Elloren, and the mysterious white wand she possesses brim with potential power. In Elloren’s tale, this briskly paced, tightly plotted novel enacts the transformative power of education, creating engaging characters set in a rich alternative universe with a complicated history that can help us better understand our own.
A massive page-turner that leaves readers longing for more. (Fantasy. 14-adult)
Pub Date: May 2, 2017
ISBN: 978-0-373-21231-6
Page Count: 608
Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Newly exposed as the Black Witch of Prophecy, Elloren Gardner Grey is on the run, not knowing if she'll find friends or foes. With her fastmate, Lukas Grey, either dead or in the hands of High Mage Marcus Vogel, Elloren knows the only chance of turning the tide of the coming war is to seek allies who will listen long enough not to kill her on sight.
Additionally, it is thought that the kitchen witch can ward off bad luck and protect the home from accidents and misfortune. The kitchen witch is not considered to be a malevolent or evil figure. On the contrary, she is seen as a guardian and protector of the home. Some families even pass down kitchen witch dolls from one generation to the next, symbolizing the continuity of luck and protection within the family lineage. While the belief in kitchen witches may have diminished with the rise of modernization and skepticism, their presence can still be found in some households today. Many people embrace the tradition as a way of connecting with their heritage and adding a touch of whimsy and charm to their homes. In conclusion, the kitchen witch is a cherished symbol of luck and protection in European folklore. Whether one believes in their magical powers or simply appreciates their decorative value, the kitchen witch remains a beloved figure in many households..
Reviews for "Creating Magickal Traditions in the Kitchen: Family Recipes and Rituals"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Kitchen Witch". The plot was extremely predictable and cliché. I felt like I had already seen this story a hundred times before. The characters were also very one-dimensional and lacked depth. I couldn't connect with any of them, and their actions and decisions felt forced and unrealistic. Overall, I found the book to be boring and unoriginal.
2. John - 1 star - "The Kitchen Witch" was a complete waste of time. The writing was dull and uninspiring, and the story failed to capture my interest from the start. The main character seemed whiny and self-absorbed, making it impossible for me to root for her. Additionally, the pacing was off, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and unbelievable resolutions. I had high hopes for this book, but it fell far short of my expectations.
3. Emily - 3 stars - While I didn't hate "The Kitchen Witch", I also can't say that I enjoyed it. The concept had potential, but the execution fell flat. The author seemed more focused on describing the food in intricate detail rather than developing a compelling story or complex characters. The romance subplot felt forced and didn't add much to the overall plot. Overall, I found the book to be average at best. It may appeal to fans of cozy mysteries, but it certainly didn't leave a lasting impression on me.