When I think of super easy starters, cucumber and shrimp appetizers immediately spring to mind. When it comes to party finger foods, these are fantastic. They also taste wonderful with brunch, or served as low-fat snacks. Shrimp and cucumber starters are so easy to assemble I make them for many occasions – summer barbecues, Christmas […]
Archives for July 2014
Memories Of Secret Coves, Hidden Steps and Pirate Queens
On the hill of Howth in north County Dublin a secret pirate cove awaits would-be explorers, daring enough to descend one hundred and ninety-nine steps carved out of the sheer cliff face. In my post today, I once again hope to take you off the beaten path, and help you discover some of Ireland’s hidden […]
Nectarine and Blackcurrant Galette
Galette is a French term for an open, free-form, rustic tart. It’s a perfect summer treat to use and display the beautiful fruits of summer in a totally delicious way. The pastry crust in a galette can take many forms, but one of my favorite ways to build a galette is with a sheet of […]
Irish Fireside – A Wonderful Website For Planning A Trip To Ireland
Irish Fireside is a warm and welcoming website, where you can explore all that Ireland has to offer from the comfort of your own home. From Ireland’s ancient past to current day festivals and fairs, Irish Fireside provides a wealth of information, especially about some of Ireland’s lesser known sites. Image Credit Irish Fireside’s Creators: […]
Reader Recipe – Modified Irish Sponge Cake
Aimee, a reader from Lexington, Kentucky used my Irish sponge recipe to bake a delicious birthday cake. She modified my recipe in the most amazing ways. Home ground whole wheat pastry flour replaces cake flour, a substitution I would never have dreamed of making. Sucanat replaces refined processed sugar. Maple syrup sweetens the whipping cream, […]
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