It害羞草研究所檚 not the most eye-pleasing meal out there. But word is, Scottish haggis is actually not bad!

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It害羞草研究所檚 a grand part of Robert Burns Night, or Burns Dinner, held every Jan. 25 in honour of the famous Scottish poet.

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Neeps, or Swedes, is a turnip, and tatties refers to, of course, potatoes.

As the historical photo from the Museum and Archives of Vernon shows, haggis has been piped into Vernon gatherings since at least 1939, and the tradition continues courtesy of the Vernon branch of Sons of Scotland.

They害羞草研究所檝e already held one Burns Dinner at the Schubert Centre, and a second dinner is set for Saturday, Jan. 27, at the ANAF Club featuring the music of Kilt.45.

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The song害羞草研究所檚 popularity grew in the 20th century, particularly after it was featured in the 1946 film It害羞草研究所檚 a Wonderful Life.

The first Robert Burns Night was held July 21, 1801, to mark the anniversary of his death. Burns died in 1796.