Monthly Archives: February 2009

Roast Pork Belly, cooked simply

It’s fair to say that I like pork belly. Just a little. Or, is that alot? Yes, it is. ALOT. It’s such a fine cut of meat, packed full of flavour and with that gorgeous crispy crackling as a bonus. … Continue reading

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Oh! Look, we’re in Time Out!

Well, I never! I got a text from a friend last week saying: “hey, congrats! you’re in Time Out”, which left me feeling slightly perplexed. Huh?! And, why?! Well, there can be only one reason, this blog, as Time Out … Continue reading

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Guilty! Guilty Pleasures Dinner Party

Raised an Irish catholic, I am a natural with the guilt, an expert some would say, and venturing in and out of the seven deadly sins on a semi regular basis as I do (gluttony: check), I’ve got the guilt … Continue reading

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Brunch Baked Eggs

Sounds very elegant doesn’t it? Brunch. Baked. Eggs. It evokes luxury and comfort, and yes, it had both of these. But, It had something else too. Potatoes! I christened this dish Irish Huevos Rancheros when I made it last Sunday, … Continue reading

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Cosy, quick and healthy snacking

Sometimes, with food, instant gratification is called for. As close to instant as is possible in any case. I am not talking about reaching for the haribo (although, that has been known to happen), but something flavoursome, healthy, crispy and … Continue reading

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