I wonder how long I can get away with answering everyone today through the Beyoncé soundboard…
Between this and finding an 80’s Workout Mix on Jango, it’s the best morning ever. Or so far this week. OOO. YEAH YEAH YEAH.
Month: February 2014
GOURMET RECIPE BREAKFAST IN BED IDEAS TO FOLLÁIN LOVE WITH THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
Folláin is celebrating simple decadence, and encouraging the art of the Gourmet Breakfast in Bed for lovers up and down the country this Valentine’s Day, equipping the nation with the necessary essentials to serve a culinary masterpiece to that someone special tucked beneath the covers.
Muffins? French Toast? How do you like your eggs? Folláin has you covered.
FOLLÁIN’S APRICOT JAM BREAKFAST MUFFINS
The best Breakfast in Bed, is one that is hassle free, so Folláin’s Muffins can be prepared the night before, and cooked to perfection the next morning.
Simply combine 2 free-range eggs with 150ml of natural yoghurt, a spoonful of FOLLÁIN NO ADDED SUGAR APRICOT JAM, with one mashed banana, 50 ml of Rapeseed Oil, 4 tablespoons of Honey and one teaspoon of Almond Extract. Mix in a bowl along with 200g of wholemeal flour, 50g of porridge oats, 1.5 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda and 2 tablespoons of mixed seeds. Divide into 12 Muffin cases and bake for 30 minutes, perfect served fresh out of the oven with good coffee.
Watch how to create FOLLÁIN’S APRICOT BREAKFAST MUFFINS HERE – www.follain.ie/our-kitchen/recipes-singular/apricot-jam-breakfast-muffins
FOLLÁIN’S FRENCH TOAST
No-one does romance like the French, and this recipe will certainly get Valentine’s Day celebrations off to a great start! Whisk two eggs and a tablespoon of sugar, adding a splash of milk, and some grated nutmeg. Dip two slices of rustic bread in the mix, and allow it to soak up the liquid before laying down on a pan of sizzling butter, serve golden and puffy, with FOLLÁIN EXTRA FRUIT STRAWBERRY Jam or for those that like a tartness to their sweets, FOLLÁIN EXTRA FRUIT RASPBERRY Jam. If this sounds just too indulgent (even for Valentine’s Day) try using one of FOLLÁIN’S NO ADDED SUGAR range with all the fruit but none of the sugar. This recipe serves two…naturally.
FOLLÁIN’S MEXICAN EGGS WITH SPICY RELISH
If you want to heat up things in the bedroom this Valentine’s Day, why not start in the kitchen? Sauté one small onion and once golden add a finely diced chilli and small onion. Add a tin of chopped tomatoes and a generous dollop of FOLLÁIN NO ADDED SUGAR AND SALT FLAME GRILLED PEPPER RELISH, season with salt and pepper to taste. After 15 minutes, spoon the mixture into small baking bowls, and crack in an egg into each bowl, bake in the oven for 12 minutes and serve with a wedge of lime, a spoon of guacamole, and some chopped coriander.
Folláin features three different ranges, including; Folláin Extra Fruit Traditional Irish Preserves, Folláin No Added Sugar Preserves and Folláin No Added Sugar or Salt Relishes. The ranges are available from leading supermarkets and independent retailers nationwide, log onto Follain.ie for more information.
Folláin products contain no artificial ingredients, no colourings, no flavourings, no preservatives, no additives and no GM ingredients. They are also fat free, gluten free and suitable for vegetarians. The fruit is meticulously hand prepared and cooked in kitchen style conditions but with the highest level of quality control assured each step of the way. All Folláin products are then vacuum sealed in premium glass jars for maximum freshness.
For more information on the full range of Folláin products and to get some great recipe ideas, log onto www.follain.ie, or like the Facebook.com/FollainIrishPreserves or follow the conversation on @FollainJams.
Sweets For Your Sweet Package At Inchydoney Island Lodge This Valentine’s Day
Nothing is sweeter than true love.. Except for chocolate of course! Oh, and that bottle of cheapo wine I bought one Valentines because it was called La Romanza or something. Not the type of bitter (and) sweet you want to share with a loved one.
God, that bottle was hard work. What? Like I was going to leave it there, pffft.
So why not choose wisely this Valentine’s Day, at one of Ireland’s most stunning locations, Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa. The picturesque West Cork retreat has created ‘Sweets for My Sweet’, a sugar coated hotel and spa package that includes a romantic picnic at the foot of the headland. Designed for those with a sweet tooth and a loving heart, the package will satisfy the senses from the inside out.
Couples will gaze lovingly into each other’s eyes over an amorous candlelit picnic set at the foot of the majestic headland which overlooks the renowned white sanded beaches of Inchydoney. The picnic, prepared in the Gulfstream restaurant, will include delicious treats such as smoked salmon, champagne and strawberries.
Guests will then unwind together with a soothing Elemis back massage in the Couples Suite at the Island Spa followed by Sweet Treats Afternoon Tea in the Lounge. The package includes a two night stay for two in in a deluxe ocean view room where they can watch the Atlantic Ocean hug the coasts edge while the gentle sound of the waves perfectly adds to the romantic ambiance.
The ‘Sweets for My Sweet’ package starts from €275 per person sharing midweek and €295 per person sharing at the weekend.
Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa has been named among the Top 10 Hotels in Ireland by the 2013 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards and has this year been named Ireland’s Leading Spa Resort for a record fifth time at the World Travel Awards. For more information please visit www.inchydoneyisland.com or www.facebook.com/InchydoneyIsland
To The Weekend!
Glenisk & Cloughjordan House Host National ‘Chef Star’ Competition
Glenisk, Ireland’s award winning organic dairy, is encouraging budding chefs to busy, and get culinary creations in over the next few weeks before the closing date at the end ofMarch to be in with a chance to win the title of Ireland’s best student chef, and a brand new Ipad!
The competition was launched by Sarah Baker of Cloughjordan House to home economics teachers at the national ATHE conference in Athlone, Co. Westmeath and is designed to get the proverbial creative juices flowing, and encourage students to become more confident in the kitchen. ..before they leave the nest!
Students interested in submitting their own recipe have until 31st March 2014, and can simply visit the Glenisk Facebook page where they will be prompted to upload their recipe using a Glenisk product, along with an image of the culinary creation and a few lines on why they should win ‘Chef Star’.
The successful candidate will win an Apple IPad, enabling them to create and document many more delicious recipes to come, as well as winning a €500 voucher for their respective school to spend on equipment for the Home Economics room.
Cloughjordan is home to Sarah Baker’s award winning cookery school, and offers a range of exciting and inspiring courses for Transition Year and HE students. These dynamic courses offer students the chance to learn valuable cooking skills and develop a deeper understanding of where our food comes from.
Further information on all Glenisk products is available at www.glenisk.com or you can become a fan of the www.facebook.com/GleniskOrganic page to be in with a chance to win prizes and keep up with the organic conversation, or follow @Glenisk daily updates.
Sound City Documentary
Caught a great documentary on BBC Four this weekend. Made by Dave Grohl, it charts the history of a music studio in Van Nuys, where some of the greatest rock albums ever made were produced. Interviews galore with legends, who in turn collaborate with Grohl on a soundtrack which earned two Grammy wins, Best Rock Song, for ‘Cut Me Some Slack’ with Paul McCartney and in the Best Compilation Soundtrack category.
It’s still on the BBC iPlayer for another week. Don’t miss it!
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