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

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.