Outdoor dining in the garden of Galway city

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

The Skeff Bar & Kitchen is welcoming customers back to its new and improved outdoor dining area. From Monday June 7 the team at The Skeff Bar & Kitchen will be back to doing what they do best, serving delicious food, tasty cocktails, and cool pints.

Tempt your tastebuds with this delicious mousse au deux chocolat

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Treat yourself to the perfect weekend dessert by whipping up this mousse au deux chocolat, courtesy of Siúcra. Rich and creamy, yet light and fluffy, these little pots of perfection will leave you wanting more.

Musgrave MarketPlace campaign aims to help reboot hospitality businesses in Galway

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Musgrave MarketPlace, Ireland’s leading wholesale supplier to foodservice, retail, and SME businesses, today announced it is investing €650,000 to support the reopening of Irish hospitality at the beginning of June. As part of this investment, Musgrave MarketPlace has launched a range of new initiatives to support the industry and assist the reboot and recovery of the sector.

It's wine o'clock somewhere

Thu, May 27, 2021

Are you looking for the perfect wine to enjoy this weekend? Look no further than the wide range of stylish and trendy wines which are available at your local Joyce’s Supermarkets.

First on the list is Alamos Malbec. A classically Argentine wine, Alamos Malbec blends the deeply concentrated plum flavours of the country's signature variety, Malbec, with small portions of Syrah and Bonarda to add dark cherry and blackberry flavours. A full structure, firm tannins, and a long finish make this Malbec unforgettable. Alamos Malbec pairs beautifully with grilled meats, full flavoured pastas, and roasted mushroom dishes.

Enjoy Irish beef goulash for a fuss-free weeknight dinner

Thu, May 27, 2021

This delicious recipe for beef goulash, courtesy of Bord Bia, is easy to cook and will provide a hearty dinner for up to four people.

Boxing clever — Try a taste of Ballynahinch at Home

Thu, May 20, 2021

BY DECLAN VARLEY
Foodies across the west can enjoy some of the spirit and flavour of Ballynahinch Castle with a delicious Ballynahinch at Home dinner box which is beautifully presented and full of the attention to detail that makes this hotel in the heart of Connemara such a special place.

Five foods you should never barbecue

Thu, May 20, 2021

Lockdown restrictions are finally lifting, with three households, or up to six people from multiple households, now permitted to meet up in private gardens. This no doubt means that we will be eating outdoors and grilling more this year, but which foods should you choose to cook for the perfect barbecue feast?

Whipped iced coffee

Thu, May 20, 2021

Summer is nearly upon us, bringing with it some much needed sun and longer days. For the perfect summer’s day pick-me-up try your hand at making a delicious and refreshing whipped iced coffee, with all ingredients available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

Summer dining delights at the Lough Rea Hotel

Thu, May 20, 2021

The Lough Rea Hotel and Spa has done it again. The hotel has been noted in The Irish Times Top 100 places to dine outdoors this summer, and if you visit to see why you will not be disappointed.

Rosé the day away

Thu, May 06, 2021

If you are looking for the perfect rosé to enjoy on a warm spring evening, then look no further than the extensive range available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

For all rosé lovers, the cult classic Whispering Angel is a must try. This exquisite rosé is pale pink in colour and has white blossom aromas with hints of red fruit. Blended with a delectable range of lush summer fruits and citrusy grapefruit, this rosé produces a refreshing and light taste on the palate, with a crisp and fruity finish, making it the perfect match for food.

Delicious lamb burgers with melted cheese and tomato salsa are perfect for summer

Thu, May 06, 2021

There are three secrets to making the best burgers – top quality mince, the onions sautéed till golden brown and cooked ahead of time, and a good splash of chilli oil in the burger mixture.

Selected vegetarian meat substitutes surveyed not a source of protein

Thu, May 06, 2021

New research from safefood has found that many plant-based meat substitutes currently on the market are not a source of, or high in, protein.

Supporting the mind as well as the body during Coeliac Awareness Week

Thu, May 06, 2021

Mental health and wellbeing will be on the menu, alongside all manner of gluten free goodies, at this year’s Coeliac Awareness Week, which takes place from May 10 to 14.

Chocolate berry meringue cake is the ultimate fruity indulgence

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Try this recipe for chocolate berry meringue cake, courtesy of Siúcra, for some weekend decadence. This heavenly dessert of gooey chocolate meringue sandwiched with seasonal berries is perfect for any celebration, or just some seasonal indulgence.

Serves eight to 10.

First quarter of 2021 saw massive increase in sales of fresh fruit and vegetables

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

New sales data for the first quarter of 2021, published by leading Irish retail group BWG Foods, shows that Irish consumers have embraced a healthier lifestyle this year by consuming record levels of fruit and vegetables.

Smoky chorizo mac 'n' cheese

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Add a little spice to your Thursday evenings with this delicious smoky chorizo mac 'n' cheese recipe made with chorizo, chili paste, and smoked paprika and filled with stretchy mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

This spicy twist on the classic mac 'n' cheese meal is packed full of flavour. The ingredients you will need are 1tbsp olive oil, 200g chorizo, 1 sliced onion, 1 crushed garlic clove, 2 tsp paprika, 1-2 tbsp chili paste, 1 tsp coriander, 400g chopped tomatoes, ½ tbsp light brown sugar, 400g mixed beans, and 400g macaroni pasta. And for the cheese sauce, 50g butter, 50g flour, 2 tsp English mustard, 1l semi skimmed milk, 250g mature cheddar, and 100g grated mozzarella.

Killeen Farmhouse Cheese’s Marion Roeleveld receives Lifetime Achievement award from Irish FoodWriters’ Guild

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

BY Declan Varley
‘The cheesemaker’s cheesemaker’ is a good description of Marion Roeleveld. In 2004, using milk from her partner Haske’s goats, she started making Killeen Farmhouse Cheese on their 50-acre farm near Portumna, Co. Galway. The main Killeen Farmhouse Cheese production is a semi-hard goats’ cheese Gouda, made from pasteurised milk and traditional rennet and available plain or with fenugreek.

Calling all coffee lovers

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Treat yourself this weekend with this quick and easy coffee cake recipe. This delicious cake consists of a light and fluffy coffee sponge base topped with a rich and creamy coffee flavoured buttercream icing.

This tasty coffee cake is easy to make and packed full of flavour. For the sponge, you will need 3 tbsp instant coffee powder, 200g plain flour, 2 ½ tsp baking powder, 220g soft light brown sugar, 220g butter, 4 medium eggs, 2 tsp milk, and a dash of salt. If you don’t have plain flour you can use 210g self-raising flour and leave out the baking powder. For the coffee buttercream icing you will need 200g butter, 400g icing sugar, ¼ tsp vanilla extract, 8 tsp instant coffee powder, 4 tsp boiling water, and a dash of milk.

Enjoy a seasonal meal of zesty spring lamb with cannellini beans

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

It's the time of year for spring lamb, and this scrumptious zesty spring lamb dish with cannellini beans is sure to impress.

Bursting with buttery wholesome goodness, the lamb will melt in your mouth, while giving your taste buds a fusion of flavours.

Finegan Brothers & Co Coffee – a new wave of Irish coffee innovators

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

Josh and Fiachra Finegan are two Irish brothers and coffee fanatics who are taking the coffee industry by storm operating from Meath and Galway respectively. Their company, Finegan Brothers & Co, is currently nine months old, and the idea to start the company was born at the kitchen table during the first lockdown. Josh and Fiachra both felt that the experience of getting a premium authentic cup of coffee from the comfort of your own home was missing, and with that they decided to take matters into their own hands.

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