Bacon and mushroom risotto

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

This tasty risotto, courtesy of Bord Bia, is perfect for a midweek meal. It is also a great recipe for trying out flavoured oil. Lemon works really well, but you could also use garlic or chilli.

Pork with bacon, paprika, and butter beans

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

This traditional Spanish combination of pork and paprika gives a dish rich in flavour and colour.

Five thermogenic foods to help you beat the Irish winter

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

As winter arrives, we are all looking for ways to keep warm, but have you considered the food you are eating? Thermogenic food is thought to keep you feeling cosy, and here the catering equipment supplier Alliance Online Ireland has rounded up some foods that can help keep you warm.

Galway producer to feature as Grow with Aldi goes festive

Thu, Nov 25, 2021

For the second year running, the Grow with Aldi programme has gone festive as Aldi gives local suppliers and producers from all over Ireland the opportunity to sell their products in Aldi stores at Christmas time, through the Grow with Aldi Festive programme.

Discover a new food adventure at The Olive Tree Kitchen at Wildlands

Thu, Nov 04, 2021

The Olive Tree Kitchen at Wildlands in Moycullen is now open to the public for indoor dining, from 9am until late evening from Thursday to Sunday.

New research reveals apple tart is still a firm favourite

Thu, Oct 14, 2021

SuperValu has compiled new research revealing Ireland's shopping habits when it comes to fresh bread and cakes, revealing that while the nation's tastes have moved on when it comes to baked treats, some things never change.

Across the country we have grown up with scones and tarts for tea and as time has passed, our nation's palate has evolved with the traditional scone and fruit cake being overtaken by much-loved French croissants and pastries. However we still hold the traditional apple tart close to our hearts, with 32 per cent of people saying it is their fondest childhood memory.

Heinz Beanz breakfast burrito

Thu, Oct 14, 2021

This hearty burrito recipe will set you up for the day.

Giving and enjoying at the same time — Pink Ladies Afternoon Tea at the g

Thu, Oct 14, 2021

BY DECLAN VARLEY
Who would have thought that such a perfect oasis of calm could be created in the midst of an afternoon in October, but the g Hotel offers that in the varied beautiful lounges created by Philip Treacy — all of which have stood the test of time in terms of chicness and luxury.

Discover a new food adventure at The Olive Tree Kitchen

Thu, Oct 14, 2021

The Olive Tree Kitchen at Wildlands in Moycullen is now open to the public for indoor dining, from 9am until late evening from Thursday to Sunday.

Treat your guests with a candy ferris wheel!

Wed, Oct 13, 2021

Having a party? Treat your Guests with a candy ferris wheel for your next event. A Candy Ferris Wheel, filled with your favourite candy will prove a popular treat for all your guests. The carriages can rotate on the Ferris wheel in a full turn and guests can choose their choice of candy. It will fit nicely on your table and make an excellent centre piece at any event.

Giving and enjoying at the same time — Pink Ladies Afternoon Tea at the g

Thu, Oct 07, 2021

Who would have thought that such a perfect oasis of calm could be created in the midst of an afternoon in October, but the g Hotel offers that in the varied beautiful lounges created by Philip Treacy — all of which have stood the test of time in terms of chicness and luxury.

Celebrate Bord Bia’s #NationalPotatoDay tomorrow

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Bord Bia’s National Potato Day 2020 will take place tomorrow, Friday October 1. The annual celebration honours one of Ireland’s favourite foods, the delicious and versatile potato.

Bord Bia is encouraging people to get involved on #NationalPotatoDay by joining the conversation online @bordbia and enjoying a delicious potato recipe, like one of these three quick and tasty dishes:

Essential tips to ensure you defrost frozen food in a safe manner

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Most, but not all, frozen foods need to be defrosted before you can cook them. Here are some helpful tips to help ensure that frozen food is thawed safely.

Sticky lemon chicken with rice is the perfect weekend dinner

Thu, Sep 30, 2021

Siucra teamed up with Gastro Gays to create the perfect weekend dinner. Think of this as a chicken stir-fry, with the volume turned up where flavour is concerned. The Siúcra sweetness and the citric sharpness of the lemon is the ideal flavour combination.

McDonagh family take to the road to celebrate the producers behind Supermac's success

Tue, Sep 28, 2021

The team at Supermac’s are passionate about their great tasting fresh Irish food, and their farmers and suppliers who supply their best produce. The suppliers have become friends of Pat and Una McDonagh’s over the years. They are keen to share stories of their produce and products, and the McDonaghs are proud that more than 500 suppliers and thousands of farm families throughout the country play a key role in delivering delicious produce to Supermac's every day.

Introducing NeighbourFood Clifden - popular online farmers' market comes to Connemara

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

NeighbourFood, a new and convenient way to buy from local farmers and food producers, is a weekly online farmers' market with almost 50 outlets nationwide. This autumn, the NeighbourFood revolution comes to Connemara, offering the local community easy access to the finest produce from the region.

How does it work?

Stellar autumn line-up for Sprig cookery school

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Sprig, the online cookery school run by professional chef Eamon Lynch, which has built a reputation for collaborating with food industry A-listers, has just revealed its latest stellar line-up of tutors for the coming months.

Real American dining in Galway city

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Scotty's Burgers & Wings, located in Galway since 1991, is a family run business providing the people of Galway for 30 years with top class burgers, legendary Buffalo wings, and amazing desserts and milkshakes.

Wine of the week – El Copón Monastrell/Shiraz 2018

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Check out Joyce’s new and exclusive wine range from Spain and Portugal selected by Masters of Wine student Antonia Dominguez from Antonia’s Wines.

Antonia Dominguez was born in Jerez, Spain, famed for its sherry production, and was raised in Ireland. She is a holder of the WSET Level 4 diploma in wines and spirits and is currently a student on the prestigious Masters of Wine programme, the only MW student in Ireland. Her expertise stretches far beyond Spanish wines, extending to all notable wine regions of the world. Under her meticulous and quality-orientated selection process, she sources stand-out wines at a range of price points and styles, representing wineries from both undiscovered and classic regions. Her selection is based on offering unique and expressive wines with personality, and on bringing Irish consumers as close as possible to an authentic wine experience.

The Homeplace Cafe celebrates two years

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

The Homeplace Cafe in Headford celebrates two years in business this Saturday. After its opening in 2019, the cafe quickly became known for its warm, welcoming, atmosphere and cosy surroundings, not to mention the fabulous home cooked breakfast and lunch. Local artists were invited to exhibit their work on the walls of the cafe which also lent to the atmosphere and added to the sense of community that it has become known for.

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