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Kitchen Magick

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Welcome, kitchen witches. As I grow my personal witchcraft practice, I'll be collecting my notes for kitchen magick correspondences for commonly used ingredients. I hope you find this helpful in your practice as well.

Kitchen Magick with scones and flowers

Ingredients are arranged alphabetically. I'll be adding more and more notes throughout the year.

Allspice

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Almonds

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - air
  • Planets - Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Sun
  • Astrology - Gemini, Leo
  • Chakras - root, sacral, throat
  • Magickal properties - banishing addiction, particularly alcoholism; beauty and glamour spells; fertility for men; luck; prosperity; universal love, particularly within a family, vitality, energy booster, business success, encourages lasting bond of love, regeneration
  • Popular recipes - Almond Pastry Puff, Nutty Nutella Boozy Milkshake, Chocolate Amaretto Tart

Sources: Plentiful Earth, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes,  The Witchipedia, The Hearth Witch's Compendium by Anna Franklin

Apples

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft: Apples

Source The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander

Baking Soda

Source: Witchy Resources

Banana

Source: Plentiful Earth

Basil

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Basil

Sources: The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Bay Leaf

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft: Bay Leaf

Sources: National Library of Medicine, Mountain Rose Herbs

Beer

  • Elements - Earth, Water, Fire
  • Planet - Mars
  • Gender - Masculine/projective
  • Magickal properties - home, family, prosperity, protection, dreams, purification, offerings
  • Popular Recipes - Whole Wheat Guinness Soda Bread, Cowboy Spaghetti

Sources: Wolf of Antimony Occultism, Rachel Patterson

Bell Peppers

Source: Tysmiha, Caravan at the Crossroads

Black Beans

Sources: Shirley Two Feathers & Rachel Patterson & Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Blackberries

Source: Rachel Patterson

Blackcurrant

  • Chakra - third eye
  • Magickal properties - assistance in fearful situations, angelic fragrance, learning to forgive and be less judgmental, spirituality, opening the third eye, healing remotely
  • Popular recipes - Blackcurrant & Lemon Cocktail

Source: Herbal Picnic

Black Pepper

Source: Rachel Patterson

Blueberries

Source: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Bread

Source: Rachel Patterson, The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Brown Sugar

Source: Tess Whitehurst, Lunar Grove

Butter

Source: Plentiful Earth,  Patheos, Wonders & Marvels

Butternut Squash

Cake

Source: Rachel Patterson

Carrots

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft: Carrots.

  • Planets - Mercury, Mars
  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fertility
  • Chakra - solar plexus
  • Magical properties: love, lust, passion, fertility, creativity, clarity, grounding
  • Popular recipes: Maple Glazed Carrots, Carrot Ginger Orange Mimosa

Sources: Carrot Museum, Rachel Patterson, Star Magic Healing

Cauliflower

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Element - water
  • Planet - Moon
  • Astrology - Cancer
  • Deities - Aine, Andromeda, Diana, Ishtar, Isis, Kwan Yin, Luna, Selene
  • Chakra - Heart
  • Magical properties - protection, emotions, glamour magick
  • Popular recipes - South Indian Vegetable Curry

Source: Plentiful Earth

Cayenne

Sources: The Magick Kitchen, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Cheese

  • Gender - Masculine/projective
  • Element - Earth, Air
  • Planet - Saturn
  • Deities - Apollo
  • Magickal Properties - success, happiness, fascination of women, transformation, divination, offering, positive communication, cooperation, friendliness
  • Popular Recipes - Whipped Ricotta, Chicken & Goat Cheese Pasta, Whipped Feta on Toast

Source: Culture, Rachel Patterson

Goat Cheese

Source: Rachel Patterson, The Conversation, Myth & Moor,

Cherries

Source: Rachel Patterson,  Elune Blue, The Magick Kitchen

Chia Seeds

Source: Kitchen Witch Hearth

Chickpeas

Sources: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes and Shirley Two Feathers

Chili Peppers

Learn more here: Herbs in Witchcraft - Chili Peppers

This energy can be found in things like jalapenos, habaneros, chili powder, and red pepper flakes.

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fire
  • Deities - Mars, Shango
  • Magical properties - protects male fertility, keep your partner faithful, break hexes, protection, break fevers, speeds up spells, remove blocks
  • Witchcraft uses - hot foot spells, warding
  • Popular recipes - Whipped Ricotta, Black Pudding Hash, Spicy Alfredo Sauce

Sources: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes,  Aroma G's Botanica

Chives

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Chives

Source: John Hunt Publishing/Rachel Patterson, Soul and Spirit Magazine

Chocolate

  • Gender - Feminine/receptive
  • Element -
    • white chocolate - water
    • milk chocolate - water, earth
    • dark chocolate - earth, fire
  • Planet -
    • white chocolate - Venus
    • milk chocolate - Venus, Earth
    • dark chocolate - Earth, Moon
    • all - Mars
  • Zodiac -
    • white chocolate, Pisces, Aquarius
    • milk chocolate, Cancer, Libra
    • dark chocolate, Scorpio, Virgo, Aries
  • Chakras -
    • white chocolate - heart
    • milk chocolate - heart
    • dark chocolate, heart, sacral
  • Magickal properties -
    • white chocolate - friendship, self-love, fun
    • milk chocolate - friendship, self-love, nurturing, love, balance, fun, raising emotional energy
    • dark chocolate - love, romance, grounding, prosperity, turning enemies into friends
    • all - prosperity, positive energy, happiness, love
  • Popular recipes - Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding, Chocolate Banana Muffins, Chocolate Amaretto Tart

Source: Plentiful Earth, Rachel Patterson, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Cinnamon

Sources: Plentiful Earth, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander

Cloves

Coconut

Source: The Road Goes Ever On, The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes

Coffee

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Elements - fire, air, earth
  • Planet - Mars
  • Astrology - Sagittarius, Aries
  • Deities - Archangel Gabriel, Chango
  • Chakras - root, sacral
  • Magickal properties - removes blockages, boosts energy, protection, grounding, happiness, lust, luck, romance, banishing
  • Popular recipes - Brown Elephant Cocktail, White Russian Milkshake, Mudslide Milkshake

Source: Plentiful Earth, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Coriander

  • Planet - Mars
  • Element - Fire
  • Magickal properties - love, lust, promoting peace between people, protection, healing, health, longevity, clairvoyance, divination, fertility, prosperity, keeping secrets
  • Popular recipes: Mitraillette, Spicy Chicken Chili, Southwest Pasta Salad

Source: Vaya's Witchcraft and Spiritual

Corn

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Corn

Source: Rachel Paterson

Cranberry

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Cranberries

Source: Plentiful Earth, Rachel Patterson,  Davy & Tracy

Cucumber

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Element - Water
  • Planets - Venus, Moon
  • Astrology - Cancer, Libra, Taurus
  • Deities - Aphrodite, Hera, The Kappa, Uttu
  • Chakras - sacral
  • Magickal properties - beauty, fertility, healing, youth
  • Popular recipes - Mint Cucumber Lemon Water, Cloudy Cider Cup

Source: Plentiful Earth

Cumin

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Dill

Source: The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander,  Plentiful Earth, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Eggs

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Figs

Source: Rachel Patterson, The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Garlic

Related: Herbs in Witchcraft - Garlic

Sources: Moody Moons, The Magick Kitchen, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Ginger

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fire
  • Planet - Mars
  • Chakra - solar plexus
  • Astrology - Aries
  • Magickal properties - romance, prosperity, passion, power, protection from malevolent spirits, joy, success, healing, success
  • Magickal uses - speed up spells
  • Popular recipes - Stem Ginger Biscuits, Rum & Ginger Beer with a Twist, Lemon & Ginger Bars

Sources: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Habanero

See also - Herbs in Witchcraft - Chili Peppers

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fire
  • Deities - Mars, Shango
  • Chakra - Sacral
  • Magical properties - protects male fertility, keep your partner faithful, break hexes, protection, break fevers, speeds up spells, remove blocks, energy
  • Popular recipes - Cheddar Habanero Cornbread

Source: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Hazelnut

Sources: Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Eco Enchantments, The Present Tree,  The Hedgerow Apothecary by Christine Iverson, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Honey

Source: Rachel Patterson, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Ice Cream

Source: Rachel Patterson

Jalapenos & Chili Peppers

These correspondences are related to chili peppers in general. Once I'm able to find a source specific to jalapenos, I'll update. Jalapenos are the type of chili I cook with most commonly.

Source: Amino Apps

Juniper Berries

Source: Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Lavender

Source: Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Leeks

Sources: Magic Spells and Potions, Amino Apps

Lemons

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Lemons

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Planet - Moon
  • Element - water
  • Deities - Diana
  • Chakra - solar plexus
  • Astrology - Cancer, Pisces
  • Magickal properties - longevity, purification, unity, uplifting, clarity, friendship, happiness, rejuvenation, awareness, love, fidelity, new beginnings, breaking hexes, cleansing, protection
  • Popular recipes - 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake, Blackcurrant & Lemon Cocktail, Lemon & Garlic Pasta

Sources: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Lemongrass

Source: Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Lettuce

Learn more here: Herbs in Witchcraft - Lettuce

Source: Amino, Rite of Ritual

Limes

Source: Davy & Tracy, The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes

Lychee

  • Magical properties - sweetness, happiness, beauty, divination, motivation, wishes, promotes positive energy, romantic love
  • Popular recipes - Lychee Mimosa, Lychee Martini

Sources: Manic Nami, Asia Times

Mango

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Plantes - Mars, Venus
  • Astrology - Aries, Sagittarius
  • Elements - fire, air
  • Deities - Ambika, Ganesha, Saraswati
  • Chakras - sacral, solar plexus
  • Magical properties - passion, abundance, power, growth, happiness, wisdom, divine connection, family connection, fertility, friendship, inner-child healing, inspiration, wisdom
  • Popular recipes - Indian Spiced Pea & Potato Wraps, Egg & Mango Chutney Flatbread, Homemade Spice Crackers

Source: Plentiful Earth

Maple

Sources: Flying the Hedge, WytchWood, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, WytchWood,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells

Marjoram

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Marula

Source: Living Lifestyle

Milk & Cream

Sources: University of Michigan, The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes

Mint

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fire
  • Planet - Mars
  • Chakra - solar plexus, heart
  • Zodiac - Virgo
  • Magickal properties - healing, purification, love, prosperity, abundance, personal power, motivation, new beginnings, personal renewal, psychic protection, release, decision making, resilience, fertility, joy, success, purification
  • Popular recipes - Mint Brownies, Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies, Mint Limeade

Source: Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander

Mustard

Source: Wings in the Night,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Nutmeg

Source: Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Oats

Source: Witchcrafted Life, Pinterest

Olive Oil

Source: Patheos,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells

Onion

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Onions

Source: Rachel Patterson,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Oranges

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Oranges

Source: Elune Blue, Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Oregano

Source: Wicca Now

Paprika

Sources: Ashton,  Brianadragon.com

Parsley

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Parsley

Source: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Sky Alexander, Garden Magic by Rachel Patterson

Passion Fruit & Flower

Source: Well Divined,  Anima Mundi Herbals

Peas

Sources: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, Raven Feather

Peanuts & Peanut Butter

Source: Amino, Beneath the Moon, Witch Kitch, Hoodoo Kitchen via Pinterest, Patheos

Pecans

Source: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Pineapple

Source: Elune Blue, Elune Blue Pinterest

Pine & Pine Nuts

  • Gender - male/projective
  • Element - air
  • Planet - Mars
  • Chakra - solar plexus, heart
  • Astrology - Aquarius
  • Magickal properties - releasing, protection, moving on, resilience, friendship
  • Popular recipes - Gorgonzola Focaccia Bread, Whipped Feta on Toast

Sources: The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes, Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Pomegranates

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Pomegranates

  • Gender - both
  • Elements - air, fire, earth
  • Planets - Venus, Pluto, Mercury
  • Astrology - Scorpio
  • Deities - Astarte, Persphone, Sekhmet
  • Chakras - third eye, root
  • Magickal properties - inner voice, protection, wisdom, wishes, growth, fertility, death, rebirth, new beginnings
  • Magickal uses - as a substitute for blood in a spell, as a magick ink, fertility divination, money incense,
  • Popular recipes: Pomegranate Margaritas, Pomegranate Martini, Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail

Source: Plentiful Earth, Rachel Paterson

Poppy Seeds

Source: The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Potatoes

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft: Potatoes

Source: Plentiful Earth,  Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Pumpkin

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Pumpkins

Source:  The Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes

Raisins & Grapes

Source: Breeland Walker

Raspberries

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Element - Water
  • Planets - Moon, Venus
  • Astrology - Cancer, Pisces
  • Deities - Eileithyia, Hera
  • Chakra - Sacral
  • Magickal properties - fertility, love, protection in pregnancy or business, protection against snakebites
  • Popular recipes - Raspberry Margaritas, Raspberry Cooler, Raspberry Lemonade

Source: Plentiful Earth, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Rice

Source: Rachel Patterson,  Witchipedia,  The Kitchen Witch's Guide to Healing and Self-Care by Maggie Haseman

Rose

  • Deities - Aphrodite, Adonis, Eros, Venus
  • Astrology - Taurus
  • Planet - Venus
  • Element - water
  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Magickal properties - love, romance, passion, healing, peace, divination, spiritual growth
  • Popular recipes - Rose Quartz Cocktail

Sources: The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander, Wicca Now

Rosemary

  • Planet - Sun
  • Element - fire
  • Deity - Brighid
  • Astrology - Aries
  • Chakras - third eye, crown
  • Magickal properties - protection, purification, healing, mental power, good health, memory, love, lust, exorcism, sleep, amplification, wisdom
  • Magickal uses - can substitute for any herb in a spell
  • Popular recipes - Rosemary Potato Rolls, Poultry Seasoning, Chicken & Goat Cheese Pasta

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever, Kitchen Witchcraft: Garden Magic by Rachel Patterson, Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Rum

Source: Wolf of Antimony

Sage

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever,

Salt

Source: Encyclopedia of Witchcraft by Judika Illes,  Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever

Sassafras

Sources: Star Child, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Spinach

See more - Herbsin Witchcraft - Spinach

Sources: La Tene, Star Magic

Strawberries

Source: Plentiful Earth

Sugar

Source: The Traveling Witch, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Sweet Potatoes

Source: Plentiful Earth

Tarragon

Source: The Thrifty Witch

Tea (Black)

Source: iolitewitchcraft

Tea (Green)

  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Element - fire
  • Planet - Mars
  • Magical properties - healing, longevity, energy, love, lust, cleansing, prosperity
  • Popular recipes - Passion Fruit Green Tea

Source: Magical Recipes Online

Tequila

Source: The Brambled Way

Thyme

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Thyme

  • Gender - feminine/receptive
  • Element - water, fire
  • Planet - Venus
  • Chakra - heart, solar plexus
  • Astrology - Aries, Pisces
  • Deities - Ares, Mars
  • Magickal properties - strength, courage, wisdom, connecting to and trusting your inner voice, attracts loyalty and friendship, cleansing, purification, health, protection, healing, psychic awareness
  • Popular recipes - Garlic & Thyme Baked Camembert, Lemon & Thyme Poundcake, Poultry Seasoning

Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever,  Practical Magic for Beginners by Maggie Haseman

Toffee & Sweets

Source: Shirley Two Feathers

Tomatoes

See more - Herbs in Witchcraft - Tomatoes

Turmeric

  • Planet - Mars
  • Element - fire
  • Gender - masculine/projective
  • Magickal properties - purification, protection
  • Popular recipes - Lemon Rice, Potato & Spinach Curry

Source: Pagan N Proud

Vanilla

Source: Wicca Now,  Elune Blue, Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Wheat

Sources: Flying the Hedge,  Learn Religions

Wine

Source: Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells by Judika Illes

Yeast

Yogurt

Source: Beneath the Moon

Zucchini (Courgette)

Source: Otherworldly Oracle