Darina Allen: Recipes inspired by a visit to Limerick

The Limerick Milk Market was buzzing on Saturday morning with throngs of eager customers on a mission to fill their shopping bags with goodies from the more than 70 stalls tucked into the market square, protected from the elements by an elegant canvas canopy.

I love the way every farmers’ market has its own vibe and unique collection of stall holders — yet the banter is the same, customers so grateful for the opportunity to buy beautiful artisan produce directly from local producers, and what a choice.