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Michelle Darmody: How to make Mother’s Day florentines

Florentines are said to have originated in France, rather than Italy, but were made in honour of a Florentine queen who was a member of the De' Medici family

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SMichelle Darmody: How to make apple tart and top tips to get a perfect result

<p>As a finalist on The Great British Bake Off in 2018, Ruby Bhogal got plenty of experienced bakers keen to help out on her big day. Picture: Matt Russell/PA</p>

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How to bake Ruby Bhogal's vegan chai custard creams and sticky Jamaican ginger cake

Darina Allen: Recipes for my favourite afternoon tea treats — including chocolate cake

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Darina Allen: Recipes for my favourite afternoon tea treats — including chocolate cake

How to make Mary Berry's easy one-pot chicken and red velvet sandwich cake

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How to make Mary Berry's easy one-pot chicken and red velvet sandwich cake

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Darina Allen: Old thrifty ways are key to beating budget blues

How to make Bake Off star Hermine Dossou’s mug cake and fruity chocolate muffins

How to make Bake Off star Hermine Dossou’s mug cake and fruity chocolate muffins

The Benin-born cook is all about frugal food

Thu, 31 Aug, 2023

Emily Scott on cooking for Joe Biden and her comforting roast chicken recipe

Emily Scott on cooking for Joe Biden and her comforting roast chicken recipe

The Cornwall-based chef is all about seasonal ingredients and fuss-free food

Wed, 19 Jul, 2023

How to make Pinch of Nom's budget-friendly one-pot chilli mac ‘n’ cheese

How to make Pinch of Nom's budget-friendly one-pot chilli mac ‘n’ cheese

Kate and Kay Allinson talk clashing personalities, food inflation and listening to their audience

Wed, 05 Jul, 2023

Red Pancakes with raspberries and icing sugar for Valentines Day

Michelle Darmody: My recipe for raspberry pancakes is the perfect Valentine's brunch

Raspberry pancakes and biscuits with strawberry buttercream are sure to lead to kisses for Valentine's Day

Fri, 03 Feb, 2023

Cheesecake with slices of orange and kumquat on a gray stone

Michelle Darmody: Make the most of in-season fruit with my Seville orange pie recipe

Seville oranges are in season from December to February

Sun, 29 Jan, 2023

buckwheat apple banana hazelnut dates vegan cookies

Michelle Darmody: Try my hazelnut and apricot cookies for a tasty energy boost

We could all probably do with an energy boost at this time of year

Sun, 15 Jan, 2023

Hot breakfast muffins on a wire cooling rack on a wooden surface

Michelle Darmody: Use the last of Christmas leftovers for these breakfast and brunch recipes

A long lazy breakfast with family is a nice way to start the New Year

Sat, 31 Dec, 2022

Christmas Cake on a dark rustic wood surface surrounded by freshly picked Holly.

Michelle Darmody: How to get started on festive baking and the recipe for my mother's Christmas cake

Make your cakes and mince now so they can mature over the coming weeks

Sun, 04 Dec, 2022

Cork pastry chef launches calendar inspired by her viral Instagram recipe tests

Cork pastry chef launches calendar inspired by her viral Instagram recipe tests

Beth O'Brien has tried and tested trusted recipes from Darina Allen, Jamie Oliver, and Paul Hollywood to find the perfect classic bakes and desserts

Thu, 10 Nov, 2022

Barmbrack traditional Irish teacake made for Halloween

Darina Allen: Here's how to make Ballymaloe Halloween Barmbrack

Everyone loves a barmbrack

Sun, 30 Oct, 2022

Close-up image of freshly cooked homemade, individual mince meat pies on greaseproof parchment paper lined baking tray, golden,

Michelle Darmody: Halloween treats to make with the kids

This year I am making spooky sticky tarts and almond fingers

Sun, 30 Oct, 2022

Darina Allen: The Ballymaloe dessert trolley takes New York

Darina Allen: The Ballymaloe dessert trolley takes New York

Delicious desserts inspired by a trip to the Big Apple

Sun, 23 Oct, 2022

Upside down tangerine cake on a sky-blue stone background.

Michelle Darmody: Easy cakes to enjoy with a cup of tea

Baking your own treats can take a little time but is much more cost-effective

Sat, 22 Oct, 2022

Colm O'Gorman's autumn apple and blackberry crumble with hazelnuts and Irish whiskey cream

Colm O'Gorman's autumn apple and blackberry crumble with hazelnuts and Irish whiskey cream

Irish hedgerows are generally full of brambles, so if you have some near you, go grab your berries

Fri, 07 Oct, 2022

Birthday cake in chocolate with strawberries, blueberries and garnet on white wooden table.

Michelle Darmody: Easy recipes for using up leftover bread

Stale bread — a most versatile ingredient

Sun, 18 Sep, 2022

Vegan chocolate tart

Michelle Darmody: Here's how to cook with blackberries

Delights of blackberry picking... enjoying the bounty

Sat, 20 Aug, 2022

Star baker: How to make Paul Hollywood’s perfect Victoria sandwich

Star baker: How to make Paul Hollywood’s perfect Victoria sandwich

A Victoria sandwich is a classic cake recipe for a reason. Here's Bake Off's Paul Hollywood shares his secret to the perfect sponge

Wed, 22 Jun, 2022

Mini plum galettes with almond slices

Michelle Darmody: What to cook with stone fruit like peaches and plums

Peaches, nectarines, plums cherries and apricots are all related. You can substitute one for the other in any of these recipes.

Sat, 28 May, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: My healthy chocolate orange brownies have a surprise ingredient

Derval O'Rourke: My healthy chocolate orange brownies have a surprise ingredient

Ask yourself 'what would I say to my best friend right now?' Give yourself the advice you so kindly share with your friends and more importantly, take your own advice!

Mon, 23 May, 2022

rubarb crumble

Darina Allen: Roast beef and rhubarb crumble are delicious food classics worth mastering

Follow these tried-and-tested tips to get your Béarnaise Sauce just right

Sat, 21 May, 2022

Chocolate vegan muffins

Michelle Darmody: How to make my easy double chocolate and raspberry buns

Chocolate and raspberries or chocolate and cherries make a great combination

Sat, 21 May, 2022

Caitriona Redmond: How I use vouchers to save money on the food shop

Caitriona Redmond: How I use vouchers to save money on the food shop

I recommend signing up to all reward schemes that supermarkets offer so that you can see what is on offer every week

Sat, 21 May, 2022

Darina Allen: Use up every last scrap of food in these tasty recipes

Darina Allen: Use up every last scrap of food in these tasty recipes

From Irish strawberries and rhubarb to mussels and potato gratin, it's possible to have a feast while keeping the air miles down at the same time

Sat, 14 May, 2022

Homemade oat crumble bars with strawberries, on light concrete background. Rustik style. Top view

Michelle Darmody: We can help meet climate targets from our kitchen

Recipes using fruit and other ingredients grown here in Ireland adds up to low air miles, in-season and better taste

Sat, 14 May, 2022

Midweek Meals: Five chicken dinners perfect for early summer evenings

Midweek Meals: Five chicken dinners perfect for early summer evenings

Winner winner chicken dinner — use breast or thigh or leftover roast chicken for these quick and easy dinner recipes

Mon, 09 May, 2022

Typical Italian dessert Cannoli from Sicily

Michelle Darmody: Desserts made with ricotta are the right whey to go

Chocolate ricotta cheesecake can be prepared in advance so you can chill while it's chilling

Sat, 07 May, 2022

‘The worst thing I ever put in my mouth!’: my week of TikTok recipes

‘The worst thing I ever put in my mouth!’: my week of TikTok recipes

Custard toast, smashed brussels sprouts and a Snickers in a gherkin. Is it time to ditch the cook books and get your recipes from social media? There’s only one way to find out...

Fri, 22 Apr, 2022

Happy dog with bunny ears surrounded by Easter eggs

Five ways to keep the kids entertained this Easter

From free gardening packs to new movies and virtual baking classes, we round up the best ways to pass the time during the school break

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Easter mini brownie cheesecake Bird's Nest with chocolate and candy eggs. Easter dessert. Funny food idea for children. Vertical

Michelle Darmody: These no-bake cheesecakes are the perfect last minute dessert

Plus decadent brownies to serve with coffee

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

chocolate easter egg on wood background

Barbecued lamb and 'just one really good egg': food and family at Easter

On the second day of our two-day series looking at how Easter has changed in Ireland over the decades, we talk to families and cooks from across the generations

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Easter nest cupcakes with chocolate whipped cream

Michelle Darmody: Chocolate pretzel nest cupcakes and a centrepiece for your Easter feast

And lemon marzipan squares that are perfect with a cup of coffee

Sun, 10 Apr, 2022

Pumpkin or sweet potato fruit cake with berries. Healthy vegan food concept.

Michelle Darmody: How to turn leftover sweet potato into a cake that everyone will rave about

And this cheat's apple tart is a handy recipe to have to hand

Sat, 02 Apr, 2022

Assorted Moroccan tajines in a souk

Darina Allen: Morocco delights all five senses - travel there right now with these recipes

Lamb tagine is delicious and Moroccan Snake pastry is a treat to make

Sun, 20 Mar, 2022

Chocolate Cupcakes with Fudge Icing and Sprinkles

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

Sat, 19 Mar, 2022

Easter hot cross buns

Michelle Darmody: How to make fluffy hot cross buns that are better than shop-bought

Plus a delicious rhubarb and mascarpone tart

Sat, 12 Mar, 2022

Delicious chocolate zucchini brownies

Michelle Darmody: Cardamom spice is on the all-things-nice list

Whole cardamom pods or pre-ground, cardamom works in sweet as well as savour foods

Sat, 05 Mar, 2022

Quiche Lorraine savory tart vegan with raw vegetables creating a green garden

Michelle Darmody: How to make the perfect quiche with no soggy bottom

And homemade flatbread with beetroot hummus for a tasty pop of colour

Sun, 27 Feb, 2022

Belgian Chocolate Meringue Roulade

Michelle Darmody: Irish Cream liqueur takes this chocolate roulade to a new level

If you love the taste of Baileys then these Irish Cream liqueur truffles are for you

Sat, 19 Feb, 2022

Vegetarian mushrooms chickpea stew in a iron pan and rustic grilled bread on a gray background, top view. Healthy vegetarian foo

Darina Allen: A Persian-inspired chickpea stew with seasonal root vegetables

Or try Rory O'Connell's turnip, potato and bacon gratin

Sat, 19 Feb, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: My top tips for managing the juggle of family and work

Derval O'Rourke: My top tips for managing the juggle of family and work

And a chocolate cake to enjoy during some downtime

Sun, 13 Feb, 2022

Berry fruit crumble pie, Crumble, fruit crumble, Cobbler, Cherry crumble, Berry fruit crumb tart

Michelle Darmody: This apple crumble is made better with frozen berries

And the bright sweet taste of Orange and Cherry Loaf cheers up a dull day

Sat, 05 Feb, 2022

Fruit cake Bara Brith. Welsh traditional dessert. Grey background. Close up.

Michelle Darmody: Malt pleasers — from rich fruit loaf to chocolate malt tart

The distinctive flavour of malt extract makes for some delicious baked treats

Sat, 29 Jan, 2022

Sponge pudding

Michelle Darmody: Fruity cakes that will take you all the way back

Steamed banana pudding - and a pear cake flavoured with nutmeg that is perfect comfort food

Thu, 27 Jan, 2022

Panna cotta with fresh lime

Michelle Darmody: Fresh and tangy desserts that are a delicious start to 2022

Lime posset topped with dark chocolate or apple and nut parfait are just the ticket when you want a lighter treat

Sat, 01 Jan, 2022