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What’s Happening On The Farm In May
May is the month when the generosity of summer begins to take shape in the arrival of much fresh produce. A few warm days give crops a spurt of growth.... -
Winter is really starting to dig in this month. The days are shorter and appetites are calling for some warming food to fill and sustain us. The last of the green tomatoes of autumn have been used to make chutney for the festive table, and most polytunnels are gradually being emptied and prepared for next year’s growing season. So as the prolific summer and autumn harvest dwindles, what can we expect to find in seasonal eating this month?Â
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Best Restaurants For Date Night Dining In Waterford
As the Valentine’s Day approaches, a date night might be on the cards for some of you lucky people!! Great grub plays a big part in a great date... -
How To Cook The Perfect 3 Courses Romantic Meal For Valentine’s Day
Yes, it’s that time of year again. It’s Valentine’s, Saint Valentine descends upon the hearts and minds of lovers everywhere. It’s... -
A Day In The Life Of Peter Ward Of Country Choice
This time round in our series which gives a glimpse into the lives of our busy members, we talk to Peter Ward of Country Choice shop and Cafe in Nenagh,... -
Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire
Who can resist the smell of chestnuts roasting though? One of the aromas of the season. It just shouts a welcome. Christmas shopping in the city is made... -
Traditional Irish Recipe
In the days before refrigeration, meat was preserved the old fashioned way, with salt or spices. As a result, many traditional dishes have been born.... -
PGI Status For Irish Regional Foods
European countries like France, Spain and Italy have long used protected status for their specialist foods and wines. In France,  Appellation d’Origine... -
Kitchen Herbs – Thyme
Thyme has a long history. Used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. It is thought to be down to the latter that the popularity of thyme spread throughout... -
Four Fabulous Meaty Feasts For Winter
The clocks have gone back, as October bows out this Bank Holiday weekend. November will soon kick in, bringing us into the depths of winter. All we want... -
A Little History Of The Shamrock
Shamrock is the seasonal plant of the moment! Now in the shops, in time for Saint Patrick’s Day this Thursday, March 17th. To get you in the mood,... -
With the festive season approaching (dare we mention it?!) there are some people already menu planning for the holiday period. So we’ve been having a think too, and have a few tips and hints to get you started.
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Darina’s Loaf For A Saint!
Darina Allen of Ballymaloe Cookery School shares one of her favourite recipes with us, just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day. This is one of her many...