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Food For Thought
The Butcher’s Christmas In Ireland
The Butcher’s Christmas In Ireland Higgin’s Family Butcher “A lot of work goes into Christmas. It’s the one dinner of the year... -
Food For Thought
The Road Less Travelled – Part Three Introduction It is really only in the last five years that fresh vegetables such as Ballymakenny Heritage Potatoes or the myriad wonderful vegetables and salad leaves grown by McNally Farm, in Co Dublin, have come to be accorded the same intrinsic value as a premium food product as say, Achill Island Lamb or Glenilen dairy products. Many of our very best chefs have long realised the difference in quality to be had when sourcing seasonal produce from a gifted local grower but the consumer has been much slower to arrive at this destination, most probably because the bulk of consumers source their vegetables and fruit from supermarket shelves. Irish Organic Carrots There was once a thriving horticulture farming sector in this country but a combination of EU and State policy largely eviscerated the sector from the ‘90s on, and we now import the bulk of our vegetables and fruit, including produce traditionally grown in Ireland for centuries, even millennia, such as carrots, onions, apples and potatoes. Almost all of the independent fruit and veg grocers, many of them family businesses for generations, vanished within a short few years, replaced by supermarkets, so, other than those who frequent farmers’ markets buying from small local growers, several generations of Irish consumers have now grown up unaware there often exists a far superior vegetable or fruit to that found on supermarket shelves and. what’s more, it happens to be local, seasonal, and is superior, both nutritionally and environmentally.
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Underneath the Black Stuff
Porter is Ireland’s drink. Has been for years. It’s a long and fascinating story. John Wilson dives into a pint. -
Fireside Feasts – Ireland’s Cosy Pubs
What makes a cosy Irish pub? Is it the warm welcome when you walk in? Perhaps the friendly bar staff waiting to serve you? Or the sound of chatter... -
Five Ways To Top Mince Pies
Where would we be without a warm mince pie to have with a glass of mulled wine or cup of tea when the carol singers call. Or a dainty little mince pie... -
Producing The Best Milk For Dairy Products In The World
The island of Ireland has some of the best dairy producers in the world. This is down to the amazing grass-fed system used by farmers all over our land.... -
A Day In The Life Of Shannen Butler Keane, Of Diva Boutique Bakery, Café And Deli
Shannen Butler Keane is the owner of Diva Boutique Cafe and Diva Bakery and Deli in Ballispittle, West Cork. She is an American who has made her home in... -
Dressing For Dinner – Tasty Salad Dressings For The Christmas Season
No doubt you’ve dug out the little black dress or the smart dinner shirt and tie for the Christmas season. Very important to look at the part for all... -
Stay And Tour The West Cork Town Of Macroom
‘Ne’er a fool was reared in Macroom’, so the local saying goes! It’s true the people of this historic West Cork town, which lies on the main... -
Purchase 56 Day Aged Beef From Kelly’s Of Newport
The secret to good beef lies in quality meat, carefully butchered and dry-aged in a time-honoured way. As a rule of thumb, the best Irish beef is hung... -
How Chris Molloy Became a Chef
Chris Molloy, is a Chef at this truly family-run restaurant, The Lemon Tree Restaurant in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic... -
Christmas at The Shelbourne Hotel is always an exciting and memorable time of the year! Overlooking the magnificent St. Stephen’s Green and just steps away from the main shopping and cultural areas of the city, The Shelbourne is truly one of Dublin’s most distinguished addresses. With luxurious guest rooms, historic banqueting suites, and a superb choice of restaurants serving top-quality food and wine, The Shelbourne is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the festive season in luxury. Choose from a selection of Christmas and New Year Hotel Breaks or treat someone you love to one of their luxury Christmas Hotel Vouchers. See below for the fantastic events coming up in The Shelbourne, celebrating this year’s festive season.
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How To Become A Chef With John O’Connell
John O’Connell, Head Chef at Aqua Seafood Restaurant in Howth. I’ve been cooking for 34 years. My career has been varied. I’ve worked in restaurants...