Friday 14 October, 2011
by peter
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For readers in the west of Ireland: this weekend, there’s a series of events named “Féasta Bia”, which includes bespoke food trails, tasting sessions, local produce in restaurants and in local farmers’ markets, as well as food workshops for kids. … Continue reading
Wednesday 12 October, 2011
by peter
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This is a very tasty, cheap and easy midweek supper containing one of my favourite ingredients, fennel. Unbelievably good roasted. This served two large portions, but would easily stretch to three lunches or lighter dinners. The parsley brings some much … Continue reading
Monday 10 October, 2011
by peter
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Tesco has been fined €600 for charging more for goods at the tills than the price displayed at the shelves. But much like you or I would be oblivious to a one cent piece at the back of a drawer of … Continue reading
Friday 7 October, 2011
by peter
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Smell this, he said, shoving a rancid dessert at my face. No doubt about it: the cake was gone off. The best before date, however, told a different story: it should be good for at least another week. Euro signs … Continue reading
Thursday 6 October, 2011
by peter
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Burritos are the perfect midway point between fast food and a reasonably decent meal. Filling and comforting, quick and tasty, and unlike McDonald’s or the worst offender KFC, they don’t leave you squirming in shame when the instant pleasure has … Continue reading