And now for something completely different – Irish Nettle Soup by Cake in the country, an old Irish food

So recently (actually quite a long while ago but I’m nothing if not a procrastinator), we had a 20 mile cookalong. I had Jennifer down to sample all the delights of the locality, but whilst we had a gap in the cooking time, we decided to have a wee stroll around the gardens. It just … Continue reading

Chocolate cookalong, who’s with me?

Just a gentle reminder that the long awaited chocolate cookalong is on tomorrow! Who is taking part? Leave me a comment below! As I’ve said before, everyone and anyone is more than welcome to take part, just find a recipe, keep us updated on twitter, facebook, or on the comments on this post. It can … Continue reading

The upcoming April Chocolate Cookalong…

Yes. It’s true. It is going to be the first chocolate themed cookalong. Mark the date, it is April 8th. I think it’s fair to say this one is going to be spectacular altogether! If you wish to take part the invite is here https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=146168245446249 OR leave me a comment below informing me of your intentions. … Continue reading

The update

Hello all. First up, I am tremendously busy over the next two weeks so expect a temporary lull. When I get a chance I’ll pop up the Irish Traditional food cookalong recipes. There is Soda bread, a nice butter making tutorial, slow roasted lamb (straight from the farm) with rosemary, and colcannon. And a strawberry … Continue reading