Sunday equals a Sunday lunch! This meal, usually a roast with all the trimmings, was always the norm in every home, on the day of rest when all the family could sit down and eat together. But modern time constraints and changing family eating habits have reduced the number of households who observe the Sunday lunch tradition. It’s been almost consigned to special occasion status in most households, served for a clan gathering when nothing but a big joint of meat and all the accompaniments will do.

Christmas Cocktails With An Irish Twist Ask a group of friends to name their favourite cocktail, and you’re as likely to get as many different answers as there are people gathered. With this in mind, I asked six Good Food Ireland members to share their favourite festive cocktail recipes.   The results vary from fresh and fruity to rich and comforting, ensuring a selection that will suit everyone’s tastes.   None of these cocktails should prove too challenging for the rookie mixologist, although you may have to drop into a specialist off-licence or shop online to source some of the ingredients. Cocktail-making can be great fun, so during the holiday season, try to involve friends and family – although beware of competitive mixology and tasting….