Monthly Archives: September 2011

Video: An Afternoon with Ferran Adria, at Google HQ London (Part 1)

Posted on September 28, 2011 by

I know, right? *Pinch* Ferran Adria, at Google HQ. For a geek who is into food that’s a pretty dreamy combination. Ferran was visiting to promote his book – The Family Meal: Home Cooking with Ferran Adria - and was cooking … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Crispy garlic chicken thighs with diced roast potatoes and crispy sage

Posted on September 27, 2011 by

Everyone loves a surprise, and this chicken dish has one. Tucked under the skin is a hidden secret, some crushed garlic paste, which coats the chicken flesh and flavours it beautifully, underneath a crisp chicken skin. I’ve used chicken thighs … Continue reading →

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Lucky Chip: Bang On Burgers and Great Chilli Cheese Fries

Posted on September 26, 2011 by

Oh, it breaks my heart to publish photos now, it really does. Whoever stole my SLR, lenses and iPod, may – whoever is in charge – smite you down with a giant lens shaped object. Anyway, I don’t want to … Continue reading →

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Decadence: Claudia Roden’s Flourless Gateau Au Chocolate with a Lick of Chocolate Ganache Frosting

Posted on September 25, 2011 by

I have a Kitchenaid. At last. I feel like I have always wanted one, perhaps I have, although it’s realistic to say that in my early years, I was craving sweets a big stronger. It is bright pink and stands … Continue reading →

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The Irish Examiner: Laying a love of food online

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

There was a nice piece published today on Irish food bloggers in The Irish Examiner featuring Clare Kleinedler, Aoife Ryan the IFBA and me. The Irish Examiner: Laying a love of food online.

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