Economical hummus
Economical Hummus. The most economical way to make hummus is to buy dried chickpeas and cook them. They also seem tastier than the canned versions, so worth the effort. However, … Continue reading
Best Baguette in Cork in Friday’s @irishexaminer
There’s no denying it, a good baguette is difficult to make and is often best left to the experts. I have never made one I was happy enough with, so … Continue reading
Cliff Hotel Ardmore on the cutting edge
When I interviewed Martin Kajuiter for the Irish Examiner shortly after the restaurant opened in 2008, I was impressed with his commitment to sourcing local produce. At St Raphael’s centre … Continue reading
Salad ideas to ring the changes during this superb summer
All in together Grate unpeeled courgettes and mix with cubed tomatoes, chopped spring onion and grated parmesan, crumbled feta or broken up Toonsbridge mozzarella. If this isn’t available any fresh mozzarella will … Continue reading
Schmooz with a smoothie
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Picnic tips
My article for the Irish Examiner will be published in August, but here are come ideas to complement it and give you some ideas. The stuff of happy memories, picnics … Continue reading
Dips survey is now on http://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/foodanddrink/features/deeply-dippy-236593.html
Barbecue tips
Equipment for barbecue Long gloves and tongs to avoid wrist burn when sausages sizzle and hamburgers spit. A long apron for splashes and a hat for the sun. Cooks don’t … Continue reading
More than a good walk
Nine not to be missed public Irish gardens | Irish Examiner 6 days ago … From Fota to Ballymaloe, we have an abundance of colourful walks to explore with the whole family, says Roz … Continue reading
New service from Good Food Ireland
Good Food Ireland has launched its new online resource in the UK to help visitors book visits on line to include trips to great food producers such as Burren, Ummera and Connemara, Irish Piemontese Beef, … Continue reading


