Fizz for any time
Fizz Survey 130215 From basic non-alcoholic to the best of classy British fizz, there could be something here to please you.
Fancy Salty Crisps?
crisp survey A look here at salt-flavoured crisps at a wide range of prices. They have less additives than crisps with other flavours so are often gluten-free. Many flavours need … Continue reading
New Zealand’s convincing wines
A recent tasting of New Zealand wines in Dublin was preceded by a tutored masterclass on Chardonnay for trade and press given by Master of Wine Martin Moran (on right … Continue reading
John Wilson on Wine on the ball
It’s not surprising that the layout of Wilson on Wine 2015, John Wilson’s latest book is clear, not over wordy and easy to follow. That’s the way he is with … Continue reading
Irish cookbooks for Christmas
Book reviews 211114 RC food There are plenty of cookbooks this year, but here are my choice for a wide range of readers with different needs.
New wine kids on the block are organic
To make organic wines involves taking a risk on pests, mildew and what happens to wine when it’s bottled. Those who make it, say there is no other way that … Continue reading
Streaky rashers tested
This article appeared in the Irish Examiner 26 September and will be available on line soon. I have added in a few which didn’t make the final 8. Streaky … Continue reading
Moro and more wines from Spain
The recent Wines from Spain Fair in Dublin was a good showing of value wines from a country which has seen its up and downs where both quality and price … Continue reading
Coffee tested
While my Top 8 appeared in the Irish Examiner this weekend, there were a few which we tested which didn’t make the final selection. Here’s why. The full article will … Continue reading


