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When the aroma of fresh baking hits you at the door, there’s nothing like a fruit scone straight from the oven piping hot. They’re delicious served for afternoon tea with fresh butter and jam.

The smell of freshly baked bread wafting from a bakery is one of the most universally liked aromas. It is especially nostalgic for me, as when I was about 14 years old I worked for two summers in Toohey’s bakery in Loughrea. As it was located at the bottom of our garden I had always loved the smell when I called in on the way home from school. John Toohey was a gentleman and while I was expected to do my bit in about 100 degrees heat I was well looked after. One of the ovens was a coal/coke fired monstrosity with a huge sliding heavy metal tray that cooked 144 loaves at a time. When it was pulled out all the bread had to be taken off by hand, and I quickly developed hands that could tolerate hot tins and bread. And of course that smell, fantastic, and many a time we would pull open a hot loaf and lash on the fresh butter.

Some appetising delicacies from Flora, who are unveiling a fresh new look for their popular Flora Buttery brand.

Regulars of the Grapevine Wine and Tapas Bar on Rose Inn Street will already be familiar with the great tapas, bruschettas, and desserts.

Wilson’s Country Irish Potatoes has conducted a straw poll survey on the Irish streets to see if the spud is the family favourite. On average Irish people confirmed they eat Irish potatoes just 2.5 times a week as part of their main meal; pasta was the option 1.7 times a week; with rice following shortly behind, just once a week.

With September looming, like young people I am torn between relief that routine will be restored and dread at the thought of back to school. Everywhere I turn there are books and schoolbags, reminding me I have much to do to ensure all is ready for day one.

Hanna’s Secret brings a wholesome addition to your table while tantalizing your palate. Free from synthetic additives, preservatives, wheat and yeast – what you see is truly what you get. Hanna’s Secret is locally produced in Mullingar and all ingredients are sourced through local distributors

There is nothing worse than a dry dinner, especially on Christmas Day. You can make gluten free gravy with the juices from the meat and thickening with cornflour.

Flahavan’s, Ireland’s favourite porridge, has launched a competition offering people in Mayo an opportunity to demonstrate flair, imagination, and innovation using oats as an ingredient. There are two top prizes of €1,500 for the winning entries.

This Halloween enjoy a delicious pumpkin pie which has been created with Canderel and Emma Lewis—a professional chef and experienced food writer.