This recipe of Braised Turnip Galette of Chestnut & Portobello Mushroom with Beetroot Port Gravy and Roast Parsnip Mash the star of the Winter menu at Café Paradiso. Over the past few years, this galette has become one of those dishes that not only mark the coming of Winter but actually make us look forward to […]
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Persimmons are a sweet, mild-flavored fruits, which originate from Asia, that are in season between November and February. Take advantage of their seasonality by making these simple, delicious and coeliac friendly Whipped Yoghurt Persimmon Tarts. Makes 3 mini tartlets Ingredients: Gluten Free Base – 1 cup of almond flour – 1 small egg – 1 tbsp coconut oil
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This mixed rice with vegetables and beef recipe is know as bibimbap in Korea. It is hard not to fall in love with bibimbap. The bed of pearly white rice adorned with a ring of colourful vegetables and beef, and a bright yellow egg, the shining star in the centre. It is almost hypnotic. Like a lot
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For me, there is nothing more enjoyable than catching up with friends over a delicious afternoon tea in comfortable surroundings. I find that it is one of the most relaxing things to do and as such, I am always on the look-out for new spots to try. Afternoon Tea is hugely popular these days and
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Beef and vegetables with sesame glass noodles, or japchae, is easily one of the most popular noodle dishes in Korea, it is easy to make, healthy and packed full of flavour from the soy sauce and sesame soaked noodles. Traditionally, japchae is eaten on holidays and special occasions, but you will find it in practically every
Japchae Noodles Recipe from Our Korean Kitchen with wine pairing Read More »
Dark and white chocolate straws are like cheese straws except with chocolate. What’s not to like? The base of these is an unsweetened cocoa pastry topped with a mixture of chopped chocolate. The sweetness really comes from the white chocolate, and the time in the oven caramelises the sugar in the white chocolate to give
Dark and White Chocolate Straws Recipe by Bridget Harney Read More »
Thinly sliced beef is traditionally used for this Nikujaga Beef Potato and Stew recipe, but I’m using beef mince as I love the way it absorbs the sweet and savoury flavours of the sauce. I loved cooking this recipe when I lived in Japan as it reminded me a little of an Irish stew. Serves
Nikujaga Beef & Potato Stew Recipe by Fiona Uyema with wine pairing Read More »
Ken Harker is the head chef at Michelin star Lady Helen Restaurant at Mount Juliet Estate in Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. Along with his team, Ken produces some of the country’s most exciting food and we were lucky to get the chance to catch up with him to talk about his career and his passion for
An Interview with Ken Harker, Michelin Star Head Chef at Mount Juliet Estate Read More »
You may have noticed the term vegan cropping up on best selling cook book lists and becoming ubiquitous on restaurant menus. While health fads and trends have come and gone, this time vegan food appears to have serious stamina, going hand in hand with consumer’s insatiable demand for healthy options. However, its association with ‘superfood’
Vegan Cooking for Everybody – Cooks Academy Course Review Read More »
This is one of my favourite tapas recipes taught in the cookery school. It’s easy to buy frozen raw peeled prawns these days, making this a nice quick little recipe you can create from your well stocked freezer. Preparing tapas dishes for a get together is great fun and these prawn fritters are delicious either on
Prawn Fritters Recipe by Cooks Academy with wine pairing Read More »
I love a good teacake I do! For me, this particular cake has a lovely balance of sweetness and spice and I think it’s just perfect for the darker autumn evenings that are upon us. In saying that though, I do advocate this type of cake for breakfast too. Just a small slice of this
Gluten-Free Ginger & Cardamom Cake Recipe by Anna-Jane Kingston Read More »
Siúcra knows the importance of using seasonal produce to create delicious dishes for you, your family and friends and at this time of year pumpkins are widely available. As the days shorten and a noticeable winter chill hits the air, there is nothing more comforting than a hot and wholesome bowl of soup. Warm hungry
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Speaking at the inaugural Food on the Edge event on the theme of ‘The Future of Food’ Chef Amanda Cohen, of New York’s Michelin starred vegetable restaurant Dirt Candy, proclaimed that if chefs don’t take vegetables seriously they will be left behind. However, it was twenty-two years ago when Chef Denis Cotter began moving vegetables
The Vegetable Visionary – An Interview with Denis Cotter Read More »
Our visit to Mount Juliet last week is one we will remember for several reasons. Unfortunately for us the taxi driver we had booked was a little eager (to put it mildly) to get there from Kilkenny city, where we were staying the night. Apart form driving his modest Megane like an Aston Martin round
Is the Lady Really as Good as they Say ? Mount Juliet Review Read More »
Imagine being taken on a magical journey through a beautiful forest, stopping every now and again to feast on delicious food taken from the surrounding wooded environment… After which you sink into one of the most comfortable beds you have ever slept in and fall into the deepest, most relaxing sleep… This was something that
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This Asian Grilled Salmon is so juicy and delicious you won’t want to cook it any other way once you’ve tried it! The Asian style slaw makes a perfect accompaniment. Gluten Free, Dairy Free & Paleo Ingredients: Asian Grilled Salmon – 2 salmon darns – 1 red chilli, finely sliced – 1 clove of garlic, crushed – 1 inch
Asian Grilled Salmon with Slaw Recipe by The Wonky Spatula with wine pairing Read More »
It’s no secret that we have a bit of a soft spot for Kilkenny, filled with lots of little dining out gems you will be spoiled for choice. On our recent visit we decided to try two very different venues, one a casual, relatively new eatery Rive Gauche and one with a Michelin star to its
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Margaret M. Johnson is an American author who has devoted her career to Irish cuisine. Her love for Ireland has produced several cookbooks dedicated to promoting traditional and modern Irish recipes and produce. Read more about Margaret’s love of Ireland in our exclusive interview. In tribute to her thirty year love affair with Ireland her
Win a Copy of Margaret M. Johnson’s ‘Favorite Flavors of Ireland’ – CLOSED Read More »
Time is extremely precious these days and I will dare to say, more so than ever. For this very reason we are in the constant search of recipes that are super easy and quick to prepare to fit our hectic life styles, but also have a high nutritional value. These keep us fuelled and energised with
Gluten Free Rice Paper Rolls Recipe by My Nutrition Read More »
“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it” was a phrase uttered by many when Brasserie Le Pont announced a complete refurb and name change to boot. Having been fans of the old incarnation we were interested to see what vision Director Fiona Kelly had in mind. Like many Dublin venues which may have been tarred with a
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Dining in The Strawberry Tree at Brook Lodge in Macreddin Village is a unique dining experience and one that I will remember for a long time. As Ireland’s only certified organic restaurant, the menu only includes organic or wild ingredients and their provenance is proudly displayed throughout the menu which is opportunistic in its use
Pick of the Crop at The Strawberry Tree – Brook Lodge Review Read More »
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