Feeling the effects of a booze-filled Christmas and struggling to get through ‘Dry January’? Don’t let an alcohol-ban turn you into a hermit — enjoy any of these delicious mocktail recipes with your friends and family today, for a merry night in! Apple and ginger Mocktail Serves 8 1l cloudy apple juice 1l ginger beer […]
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Raising a glass to Irish resilience
In this installment of her Eat Ireland column, Deputy Editor Jocelyn Doyle heads to Kilkenny for a taste of Irish history. The image of a monk is perhaps not the first to spring to mind when you think of getting piddly, but the story of poitín begins in a monastery. Christian missionaries travelling the Mediterranean […]
Your Christmas Calendar for a stress-free festive season
We want to make your December as easy as possible, with a month’s worth of holiday recipes and tips. Follow this festive guide for a stress-free Christmas! 1st December Order your meat from your butcher or buy a frozen turkey. If you are planning on buying a large turkey, don’t forget to check that it […]
How to create a lovely Valentine’s Day menu
Unsure how to throw a successful Valentine’s Day meal? We believe that best romantic dinners are at home, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. So we’ve created a lovely Valentine’S Day menu to help you to impress your significant other with one of these gorgeous recipes. You’ll find below elegant starters to open the night, […]
5 ways with quick nibbles
Bacon jam and Feta crostini Makes about 30 Cook and drain 450g bacon until crispy, then crumble into pieces. Place in a large pan, with 400g tinned chopped tomatoes, 200g sugar, one cored, peeled and diced Granny Smith apple, two diced shallots, three tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper. Bring to the boil […]
Serving drinks at your Christmas party? This is for you!
Whatever you’re serving, here’s some of our best advice for those serving drinks over the Christmas festivities. Sláinte! What to serve? Take into consideration the drinks preferences of your guests: are they most likely to drink wine, spirits or non-alcoholic beverages? Even those drinking alcohol will want to pace themselves with some non-alcoholic options like […]
Easy Food competition winners
Congratulations to all our winners, we hope you enjoy your prizes! Please note that if you are a winner, you will be contacted by phone or email so please make sure your details are up to date. As per our terms and conditions and unless otherwise stated, winners have seven calendar days to reply; after […]
Barbecue basics – simple drinks syrup
Makes enough for 8 cocktails Combine 200g sugar and 240ml water in a small saucepan. Cook over a low heat, stirring, until the sugar has completely dissolved. TOP TIP The simple syrup can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to one month, so if you have plans for more summer […]
The 3 keys to being the host with the most this Christmas!
Throw the best bash in town with these handy tips
The 3 keys to being the host with the most this Christmas!
Throw the best bash in town with these handy tips