Setting aside an entire day to the art of pampering is a luxurious treat we all need and deserve every so often. As Ireland is home to some of the most awe-inspiring resorts in Europe, naturally we are spoiled for choice when it comes to spa retreats. From other-worldly locations to fairy tale destinations, there […]
Deliciously Drool-Worthy Spa Treatments Around Ireland Read More »
On sunny days, parks, gardens, marinas, and every spot in which one can sit and enjoy the warming kiss of the sun become natural party venues, but as we don’t live on light alone, food and drink are generally part of the occasion. One of the simplest yet more comforting and pleasant ways to indulge
5 Picnic Perfect Drinks to Take your Outdoor Sipping to the Next Level Read More »
Some people count down the months to Christmas, others can’t wait for All Hallow’s Eve, but if you ask me it is Easter Sunday, the day entirely dedicated to gorging on chocolate that deserves the hype and hullabaloo. Childhood nostalgia dictates that we must all have at least one Cadbury’s egg, adorned with the signature
Extravagant Easter Eggs You’ll Want to Hunt Down Read More »
Situated in an 1884 red-brick building just opposite to the local petrol station is Harold’s Cross newest resident, Five Points. The brainchild of Adam Sheridan, former manager of 3FE on Grand Canal Street, you would expect this swanky new café to serve superb coffee, but Five Points has an extra string to its bow with
Coffee and Food on Point at this New Harold’s Cross Café – Five Points Review Read More »
Driving through the postcard-perfect village of Enniskerry on the first sunny day of Irish Spring, it was hard not to pull over and marvel at just how picturesque our little country is. Entering Powerscourt Estate, a long and winding road beckons you to park up and gaze upon the majestic Sugar Loaf Mountain, rising from
A Slice of Sweet Indulgence at The Sugar Loaf – Powerscourt Afternoon Tea Review Read More »
Ferrycarrig. Say it out loud: it rolls off the tongue like the mists off the River Slaney Estuary, over which – impressively – every one of the hotel’s 102 rooms has a view. Located roughly 5kms from the centre of Wexford town and just 2 hours from Dublin, Ferrycarrig is neatly tucked away in the
A Stunning Staycation in the Sunny South East – Ferrycarrig Hotel Review Read More »
The first person to try out this chocolate cloud cake recipe, a lovely American friend of mine said, ‘Holy moly, I would make this for the Queen.’ I figured it needed to be included in the book even if the Queen never got any. The Italian in me always wants to incorporate a little of
Chestnut Chocolate Cloud Cake Recipe by Lizzie King Read More »
Cooking lamb chops on the griddle is the perfect way to prepare them; the meat stays juicy and tender and the fat runs into the grooves of the pan. In my opinion, mint and green beans are a great flavour match for a lamb recipe, so I’ve created this tangy chutney to serve alongside, making
Griddled Lamb Chops Recipe by Marcus Wareing Read More »
This Monkfish Tail Recipe is one to try when you are feeling creative. Monkfish is one of the most fantastic things, both to eat and cook. It’s meaty and very versatile; I almost treat it like meat. Roasting it on the bone gives it a natural feel. Serving it with cider, turnips and buttered lettuce
Roast Monkfish Tail Recipe with Buttered Lettuce and Frozen Apple by Chef Glynn Purnell Read More »
Galway’s upscale casual dining restaurant, Brasserie on the Corner, is celebrating the Galway Food Festival with “A Taste of Brasserie on the Corner”, a special menu available for limited time only. Guests will savour a specially selected five course dinner that will give them a taster of the restaurant’s new spring menu, created by recently appointed Head
After 40 days and 40 nights its time to wow all your friends and family with this Easter show-stopping Gateaux Recipe! Layers of chocolate fudge, crunchy meringue and a praline cream – it’s a winner. Serves 10 Ingredients: Chocolate sponges – 3 medium eggs – 280g brown sugar – 1 tbsp vanilla extract – 190g
Chocolate Praline Meringue Gateaux Recipe by Chef Shane Smith Read More »
Ashford Castle warmly welcomes Ms Lisa Toomey to its five-star team as the newly appointed Director of Food & Beverage. Lisa joins the team of 350 staff at one of Ireland’s most luxurious hotels where “no request is too large, no detail too small”. Ashford Castle is now under the ownership of The Tollman family
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This Frozen Rhubarb and Cranberry Meringue Recipe is clever and so refreshing. It’s not a meringue , it’s not a sorbet, it’s both. No actually, it’s a cloud! Believe it or not, it’s great as a pre-dessert or as a big bowl of meringuey-deliciousness, if that’s even a word? Serves 16-20 Ingredients: Rhubarb Juice –
Frozen Rhubarb and Cranberry Meringue Recipe by Chef Glynn Purnell Read More »
Enjoy a fabulous fine dining experience at home with this beautifully prepared Venison Tasting Plate recipe by Ashford Castle’s Head Chef Phillipe Farineau. This step by step recipe served with Jerusalem artichoke purée, brussels sprout, knotroot, and trumpet mushroom is easy to follow and the end result is worth every minute of effort. Serves 8
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The vegetables in this green soup recipe give this soup its rich green colour. This chlorophyll-rich soup with peas and spinach is filled with light energy – a perfect reboot dish when you need a fresh start. The quinoa gives a little more body and boosts the nutrition with extra protein as well as adding
A Very Green Soup Recipe with Quinoa & Wasabi Cream by Nina Olsson Read More »
This Blood Orange and Fig Spelt Sponge Cake Recipe is a beauty, give it a try and feel free to substitute whatever fruit is in season. It’s a basic sponge recipe with the addition of a little blood orange. I used maple syrup instead of the usual caster sugar and spelt flour instead of plain
Blood Orange & Fig Spelt Sponge Cake Recipe by Niamh Browne Read More »
A chocolate truffle tart recipe made dairy, grain free and vegan friendly. The no bake chocolate coconut crust encases a thick rich indulgent chocolate truffle filling, berries submerged for a pop of freshness, with a final flourish of toasted coconut and cacao nibs. A beautiful slice of chocolate indulgence. Servings – 8 – 10 Ingredients:
No Bake Chocolate Truffle Tart Recipe by Peachy Palate Read More »
You can enjoy this baked eggs recipe any time of the day, from breakfast right through to late at night. Use any mushrooms you wish – a selection is great – and serve with some good crusty bread to wipe up the juices. Serves 2 Ingredients: – 1 tbsp vegetable oil – 300g mushrooms, cut
Pan Fried Mushrooms with Baked Eggs Recipe by Marcus Wareing Read More »
Get creative in the kitchen and try Glynn’s duck recipe. Big, juicy, spicy plums! Oo-er missus! They’re exactly what you need to cut through the rich duck. The crisp pak choi blends and adds balance. Duck is a fab meat either spiced up or classically served. Serves 4 Ingredients: – 2 Heads of pak choi
Duck Recipe with Spiced Plum Jam and Watercress by Chef Glynn Purnell Read More »
This chia pudding recipe is a great breakfast option. Coming from Clean Eating Alice’s Eat Well Everyday cookbook you be assured it is a healthy choice. Ingredients: – 3 tbsp chia seeds – 1 tsp honey – 2 tbsp Greek yoghurt – 250ml tinned coconut milk – 10g flaked almonds – 1 ripe fig, quartered
Coconut & Fig Overnight Chia Pudding Recipe by Clean Eating Alice Read More »
Opt for something a little different for your next party with this Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies Recipe. The story goes that Amish women – whose job it mostly was to stay at home, raising babies and baking cookies – would often have a little extra cake batter left over from a long stay at the
Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies Recipe from Made in the USA Cookbook Read More »
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