From sweet to savoury dishes, carrots are extremely versatile and can be part of various dishes and culinary creations. Carrot marmalade Carrot marmalade makes the perfect addition to any breakfast; spread on toast, spooned into porridge or topped over scones. As it’s super easy to prepare, it also makes a great homemade gift. Carrot dippers […]
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Support World Mental Health Month by participating in a local bake sale
October 10th is World Mental Health Day, but this year, Mental Health Ireland has chosen to extend the campaign and theme to the whole month of October. It’s a time to raise awareness and raise funds for such a worthy cause. Mental Health Ireland’s mission is to promote and enhance mental health and wellbeing and […]
The best recipes for creating a delicious afternoon tea at home
Put on the most impressive afternoon tea spread at home with these simple — yet stunning — recipes and tips!
5 sweet treats with alternative & natural sweeteners
Do you ever crave something sweet, but hate the sugar crash that comes afterwards? Whether you’re following a special diet or simply looking to cut down on processed sugar, the good news is that you likely already have some all-natural sweeteners in your press! Foods containing natural sugars offer nutrients that keep your body healthy, […]
Guinness recipes we’re sure Dad will love this Father’s Day
If your Da is a fan of an aul pint of plain, he’s going to love this entirely Guinness-based menu for Father’s Day! From meaty mains to decadent desserts, we’ve got all the recipes a Guinness lover could ask for. Plus, there’s nothing here that says it’s limited to Father’s Day! These recipes can be […]
The answer to your snack attack
The answer to your snack attack We all have days where lengthy cooks and washing up just isn’t what you fancy – and the fridge seems filled with ingredients just begging to take up hours of your day. An easier way, you ask? Well, we’ve got one! When the hunger pangs strike, we have the […]
How to make thoughtful edible gifts for teachers
Homemade edible gifts have a personal touch that shop-bought presents just can’t beat. This year, show your kids’ teachers how much you appreciate their hard work and care (and save a few pennies while you’re at it!) by giving them something unique, tasty and made at home. Sweet gift ideas Christmas biscuits are always a winner. […]
9 must-learn bakes for beginners
If you’re just setting out on your baking journey, these basic recipes are a great place to start. Consider these your building blocks — start with the fundamentals, and add more adventurous elements as you grow your confidence and skills. 1. A basic vanilla sponge A simple vanilla sponge can be leveraged to create a […]
How using ‘nduja can make your cooking great
If you love spicy food but you haven’t been cooking with this flavour bomb, you’ve been missing out. Here’s how to add this Italian sausage to your dishes… What is ‘nduja? ‘Nduja (pronounced “en-doo-yah”) is a soft, spicy pork sausage from Calabria, a region in the south of Italy. It’s made from pork, fat, herbs, […]
How to use nutritional yeast to boost your cooking
What is Nutritional yeast? Nutritional yeast is a species of yeast known as Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It is the same type of yeast that’s used to bake bread and brew beer; however, it is inactivated, meaning that the yeast cells are killed during manufacturing and not alive in the final product. Nutritional yeast is sold as […]