An Irish Fruitcake, Begorra! "It's Saint Patrick's Day. So let's think Irish. For instance, how about an Irish whiskey fruitcake." Ok Begorra isn't a food. It is a euphemism that means "by God". In some Irish counties, saying begorra means "Holy Mother of God". So it's kind of like....slang. You can click here for a recipe for a Traditional Irish Fruitcake , which is called barmbrack. Our Almanac post suggests that you purchase one from Molly O'Rourke's Label! Unfortunately, the company that made these famous fruit cakes has gone out of business. These cakes in a green tin were sought after at one point. It's almost sad to see them gone and not find much information on their company and how it got started. ... Fruit cakes have been around since the Romans. You might have a loaf that has been passed around the family ever since the first Christmas. Barmbrack is usual...