This week we got the chance to ask Michelin Star Chef Derry Clarke a few questions to give you an insight into the chef behind the highly success restaurant l’Ecrivain on Baggot Street. You have just launched a new dining concept – The Samsung Kitchen. What inspired you to start this new venture? I am […]
An Interview with Michelin Star Chef Derry Clarke of l’Ecrivain Restaurant Read More »
Porta 6 €12.99 Castelão, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional A delightful Portuguese wine made with traditional grapes from the mountains north of Lisboa. A wine favoured by Celebrity Chef James Martin, that one mention on Saturday Kitchen crashed the Majestic wine website in the UK and O’Brien’s Wines sold out in a flash and now its back I’m
Wine of the week – Porta 6 €12.99 Read More »
This delicious seafood dish looks and tastes so impressive. The new Jumbo Black Tiger Prawn Martini boasts the juiciest prawns in the ocean. With layers of spiced of hot gazpacho balanced with a cooling avocado and roast pepper guacamole mix, this retro starter with a FIRE twist is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Serve
Black Tiger Prawn Martini Recipe by Richie Wilson of Fire Restaurant with wine pairing Read More »
It’s getting chilly out there; we were thinking of keeping you warm, while boosting your immune system, getting you stronger and healthier with these gorgeous drinks, with the added bonus of health benefits, detox your body and make your skin glow! My Nutrition is sharing some of the most popular Hot Detox Tea Recipes. We
Gorgeous Hot Detox Tea Recipes by MyNutrition Read More »
Wonderfully fruity and floral, this Dingle gin and tonic cocktail is a perfect twist on a classic recipe. The thyme syrup works wonderfully with Dingle gin and the frozen blackberries offer a twist to an ice cube that adds another depth of flavour. Perfect for these sunny Autumn days. Ingredients – 1 bunch of fresh
Blackberry & Thyme Gin and Tonic Recipe by Jette Virdi Read More »
If you need a recipe for something a little different, for a special occasion or just because its the weekend then these little Cinnamon Crème Raspberry Tarts are perfect! The pastry is simple and the cinnamon crème makes a nice change from normal pastry cream. The combination of raspberries and cinnamon is surprisingly delicious! Ingredients
Cinnamon Crème Raspberry Tarts Recipe by Karyn Ryan Read More »
A chocolate brownie is a delicious treat at any time, but when it has the addition of Mars bars, it becomes extra scrumptious! This is a really fast and easy bake, great one to do with the kids at the weekend. Ingredients – 125g milk or dark chocolate – 175g butter or margarine – 3
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Spruce up your baked goods with these luxurious sweet butters from Siucra. The simple art of sealing flavours into butter will spruce up your baked goods, making for effortlessly delicious toppings! You won’t want to go back to original butter! Sweet Vanilla Butter accompanying a delectable English muffin or crumpet makes for the perfect Sunday
Sweet Flavoured Butter Recipes by Siúcra Read More »
Catherine Buggy had a very successful career in HR before giving it all up to follow her passion for baking. Having noticed a gap in the market for high end baking mixes, Catherine began devoting her weekends to developing her range before going on to sell her wares at farmer’s markets. By the time Tesco
Take Your Baking to the Next Level with Boutique Bake Mixes Read More »
Dubbed “The Talking Mackerel” this engaging slideshow recipe was created by chef and food stylist Johan van der Merwe. Watch as the ingredients come to life, and follow this easy step by step recipe for Grilled Mackerel, with a Selection of Salads; Blood Orange Fennel and Caper Salad, and Baby Beetroot, Samphire & Horseradish Salad
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These tiger prawns are gorgeous cooked in Fires wood burning oven, and will taste just as nice at home! Stuffed with sautéed chorizo & crayfish cooked in garlic butter, serve with a couple of slices of good quality brown bread to soak up all the lovely juices! Serves 4 Ingredients – 20 Peeled Tiger Prawns
Wood-Fired Tiger Prawns Recipe by Richie Wilson of Fire Restaurant Read More »
Tim Herlihy, Tullamore D.E.W. US Ambassador, has been declared a whiskey “Icon” as he became the first ever winner of the ‘Irish Whiskey Brand Ambassador of the Year’ award, announced Saturday, 19 September, during the American Icons of Whisky Awards at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. The accolade has particular importance, as whiskey industry experts nominated
‘Irish Whiskey Brand Ambassador of the Year’ award win for Tullamore D.E.W. Read More »
You may not have noticed it, but there’s a Rugby World Cup going on right now. It’s just too irresistible to avoid matching wines to the countries participating in the tournament. Grab some of these wines the next time their respective teams are playing and have your own head-to-head at home. England Hattingley Valley Classic
Rugby Wines for October Read More »
The success of the last Irish Craft Beer Festival proved that the popularity of authentic independent brewing has never been greater. We are witnessing a cultural clamour across the food and drink industries for locally sourced ingredients and a process that is genuine and highly skilled. Cocktail bars are introducing new menus that are based
Move Over Craft Beer – Craft Cocktails are Here Read More »
It’s Oktoberfest time again! This fine tradition started over 200 years ago in Munich as the afters of a wedding, and we Irish think we know how to have the craic. The reason it now starts in late September and finishes in early October is very simple. The weather is generally better and you can
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The usual response when I return from the bar, massive brandy glass in hand is ‘What on earth are you drinking?’ The dark amber liquid is Amaretto, my drink of choice. Most people I know haven’t even heard of it so I get to swan around like a spirit buff, expounding on the tasting notes
The Liqueur of Love – An Ode to Amaretto Read More »
Restaurants do more than just feed us. They connect us with friends, family and co-workers. They introduce us to new cuisines, ingredients and cooking techniques. They can thrill and entertain us or be means to escape and unwind. They offer us convenience and our make our lives easier. However, in today’s growing foodie culture, we
Coming to a Restaurant Near You – Eating Out Trends Read More »
Sharon and Gordon Greene of The Wild Irish Foragers and Preservers, have been producing a range of syrups, preserves and sauces from their fifth generation family farm in Birr for the past two years. Fiona Dillon sat down with Sharon to discuss the origins of the company, her interest in foraging and their award winning
Trying to get a table for dinner in The Vintage Kitchen proved a little more challenging than I had first anticipated. This is an incredibly popular restaurant that requires booking well in advance in order to secure a much sought-after table, especially if you wish to dine on a Friday or Saturday evening. I eventually
Retro Chic with a Modern Twist – The Vintage Kitchen Review Read More »
The luxurious Farnham Estate Golf & Spa Resort is situated in spectacular countryside not far from Cavan Town and is a lovely mix between the old and the new. Period buildings sit comfortably beside the modern architecture of the newer parts of the hotel. This is a place where guests can enjoy contemporary comforts along
Time For Tea at Farnham Estate – Afternoon Tea Review Read More »
Every kitchen has a cupboard to hide away the evidence of failed culinary experimentation. These presses are usually home to complicated food processors, overly specific utensils and other assorted equipment that promised to make life in the kitchen easier but ended up forgotten, gathering dust in the back of the cupboard. So, how do you
Inspector Gadget – The Kitchen Tools You Need to Have Read More »
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