Bring home the bacon

Thu, May 05, 2022

Pork and ham/bacon are versatile, tasty, and can be used in a large variety of dishes, suitable for everyday meals and special occasions. As part of its pork, ham, and bacon campaign for 2022 Bord Bia is highlighting the versatility and ease of cooking pork and ham/bacon in tasty, inspirational, meals.

Roast shoulder of pork with a dry spice rub

Thu, May 05, 2022

There are just a few simple steps in making this delicious pork roast. The spices add great flavour to both the pork and the gravy.

Serves six. Preparation time: two hours 45 minutes.

New look The Village Inn, Kilchreest, to open this weekend

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Leonard Catering Ltd, the team behind Peggy’s Bar & Restaurant, The Red Gap Bar & Restaurant, and McHugh’s Traditional Pub & Restaurant, have announced the opening of their new venue, The Village Inn Bar & Restaurant.

Magnificent monkfish

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Monkfish is sometimes referred to as the 'poor man's lobster' and it is easy to see why when you taste it. Packed with protein, this meaty fish is a great option if you want to add more seafood to your diet. This recipe, courtesy of Bord Bia, introduces spicy Asian flavours for a great family meal.

Exclusive new supper club at the g Hotel

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

A new supper club is set to take place at the five-star g Hotel & Spa, launching on April 27.

Full Irish pizza makes a treat for the senses at Papa Johns

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Pizzas have always offered the chance for experimentation. Their inviting bases are a blank canvas for the most adventurous of culinary artists. It is not mere coincidence that this dish should have originated in Italy, the home of many of civilisation's great creatives.

Exclusive new supper club at the g Hotel

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

A new supper club is set to take place at the five-star g Hotel & Spa, launching on April 27.

The future looks bright for Galway company All About Kombucha

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

This may be the year of ‘The Booch’. That’s Kombucha to you and me. The healthy, freshly fermented, sparkling tea is sprinting into the Irish mainstream, thanks in no small part to Emmett Kerrigan and Keith Loftus of All About Kombucha.

Perfect wine pairings for Easter

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Easter is a time to indulge in some of our favourite things including fine food, chocolate, and wine. However chocolate and wine can make for a difficult pairing as both can have intense dry flavours - if you taste a dark chocolate with a red wine full of tannins, the two will clash and cause bitterness in the mouth. Mike O’Donnell, co-founder of The Wine Buff, shares some expert advice on selecting the perfect wine to complement your favourite Easter treat.

Aldi spent over €16M with Galway food and drink producers in 2021

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Aldi Ireland this week announced details of its continued significant contribution to Galway’s economy and the impact of its charity partnerships across the county.

Aldi spent over €16M with Galway food and drink producers in 2021

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Aldi Ireland this week announced details of its continued significant contribution to Galway’s economy and the impact of its charity partnerships across the county.

Ireland’s youth take fizz out of sugary drinks, Galway research shows

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Young people in Ireland have enjoyed the sharpest decline in the consumption of sugary soft drinks across Europe, researchers at NUI Galway have found.

Galway holds same amount of top restaurants as Dublin in first Top Ten list

Thu, Apr 07, 2022

A unique new Supper Club is set to take place at the five-star g Hotel & Spa, launching on April 27, 2022.

Enjoy classic carbonara with a cheesy twist

Thu, Apr 07, 2022

This delicious pasta dish is an Italian favourite. This recipe, courtesy of Bord Bia, swaps locally produced cheese for the traditional parmesan.

Spice up mealtimes with surprisingly simple whitefish

Thu, Apr 07, 2022

Fish has long been recognised as one of nature’s healthiest foods, and with its rich package of nutrients it is one of the few foods that can truly be called a superfood. Bord Bia's whitefish campaign aims to highlight how fresh Irish whitefish is the perfect ingredient for any occasion.

Chicken salad bowl with avocado and chickpeas

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Feel free to substitute in your favourite grain and salad vegetables in this recipe. Whatever you choose, this tasty salad bowl is a perfect option for a healthy lunch.

Herb and cheese omelette

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

You can use lots of different combinations for the fillings in this omelette. Some classic options include diced ham, crispy bacon, goats’ cheese, sautéed mushrooms, diced roasted peppers, caramelised onions, or tomatoes.

How a tidy larder can help your food management

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

A tidy larder can give us a tiny sense of order and calm throughout the day and is the backbone of a functional kitchen set-up.

Cook, eat, nourish through menopause

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Ballymaloe-trained chef, Fiona Staunton’s six-week virtual cookingcourse aims to alleviate symptoms of menopause and perimenopause in women and improve their day-to-day lives through educated meal plans and nutritional recipes that the whole family will enjoy.

Make the most of eggs with these cracking recipes

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Eggs are quick and easy to prepare, packed with protein, and extremely versatile. Bord Bia is encouring everyone to ‘crack on’ with eggs in a campaign to highlight eggs as a natural fuel for a busy, healthy, lifestyle.

Always choose eggs with the Bord Bia Quality Mark for the highest standards verified at every stage and log on to www.bordbia/eggs or search ‘Bord Bia eggs’ for more tasty and easy to make recipes.

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