Michelle Darmody: Irish stout and chocolate buns and a fruit-filled soda bread 

Food brings us closer together and on this extra-long St Patrick's weekend I will be celebrating Irish food that is full of comfort and joy 

                These stout and chocolate buns are easy and delicious 

These stout and chocolate buns are easy and delicious 

This St Patrick's we have taken an extra day’s holiday, a day of remembrance, to reflect on the past few years and how they have affected our country. As times continue to be turbulent, baking can give us a chance to spend time in the warmth of the kitchen, to relax, or maybe to spend time with people we care about.

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