Caitríona Redmond: The reverse Advent calendar - and my braised beef short rib recipe

"It’s not just about clearing out my store cupboards, although I do tend to have some surplus that I’m happy to share. It’s an opportunity to be mindful of what those who depend on the food hampers might need."

Caitríona Redmond's Braised Beef Shortrib

Advent starts this weekend, although since the Toy Show happened and Christmas trees have sprouted in homes nationwide you’d be forgiven for thinking it had started already.

I love the anticipation of an Advent calendar and the slow gratification of unlocking a new gift or prize every day.