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15 exceptional brunches to treat Mum this Mother’s Day

With restaurants, spas and travel back open this year, we’re so delighted that we can treat Mum to all sorts of lovely experiences again. While a spa day, afternoon tea or a night away are all sure to delight, we know what really tops the wishlist of so many Mums: a day of peace and […]

Home Economics: Fishy Delishy

Maeve McSweeney from Carrigaline Community School in Co. Cork shares the health benefits of including fish in our diets. Turf-smoked or roasted whole on a spit, fish is more historically central to Irish food culture than our more recently celebrated “stew and potato” framed cuisine. Shell middens like those at Dunloughan, Co. Galway contain deposits […]

Flip out! Your ultimate pancake guide

Here are our top tips for getting Pancake Tuesday just right. Crêpe-style pancakes Resting the batter allows the flour to fully absorb the liquid and gives the gluten a chance to relax. This step is the secret to the best crêpes. Let the batter stand at room temperature for at least one hour, or place […]

The 10 Easy Food recipes you loved the most in 2021

In many ways, 2021 has been every bit as strange as 2020. While life and COVID-19 may keep throwing us curveballs, one thing remains constant: we all need to eat. Team Easy Food has been enthusiastically self-soothing all year (all our lives, really) with a myriad of comforting dinners, warming breads and sweet treats; with […]

Your round-up of festive bakes to make with the kids

If you’re looking to spend some quality time in the kitchen with your little one this festive season, read on for our top 10 kid-friendly Christmas bakes. 1. Caramel hot chocolate stirrers This is a super fun edible gift that your kids can make for friends and family. 2. Fudgy fairy light cupcakes These cute […]

Stewed apple

Put the apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon and vanilla pod in a small pot with a splash of water. Cover and cook over a medium heat for five minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife. If you prefer a smoother mixture, continue to cook for a further […]

Chimney cake

Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Line three 20cm cake tins and two 10cm cake tins. Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly stream in the eggs, mixing after each addition. Add the orange zest. Sieve in the flour and baking powder and fold in gently. Divide the mix […]

Wreath cake-spiced orange cake

Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Line 3 20cm tins with non stick parchment paper. Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly stream in the eggs, mixing after each addition. Add the orange zest. Sieve in the flour and baking powder and fold in gently. Divide the mix evenly […]

Crab cake burgers with prawn cocktail

In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the spicy Marie Rose sauce and stir together well. Place in the fridge until ready to use. In a bowl, combine the crabmeat, egg, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sriracha, parsley, spring onions, breadcrumbs and some seasoning. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into eight […]

How to get Christmas right: our ultimate easy guide

From festive bakes and edible gifts to the big feast, we’ve pulled together all the answers, tips, recipe inspiration and advice you need for a delicious and stress-free Christmas.   Planning This month-long checklist will see you through December and ensure you’re prepared for the big day! Looking for some homemade decorations to get things […]