A new book by Alice Waters is always a cause for excitement and celebration in the food world. Alice is a legend in her own lifetime. The original concept for Chez Panisse, the simple restaurant she opened in Berkeley, California in 1971 was a place where she and her friends could cook French country food [...]

In many places around the world religious orders are gradually downsizing, selling off land and property and in some cases gradually changing or evolving into new ministries. In Ireland, several, including the Dominicans, Mercy and Presentation sisters are highlighting their concern for the future of the planet. By being proactive on environmental issues, they reaffirm [...]

In many places around the world religious orders are gradually downsizing, selling off land and property and in some cases gradually changing or evolving into new ministries. In Ireland, several, including the Dominicans, Mercy and Presentation sisters are highlighting [...]

Recipes Meredith’s Apple and Blackberry Crisp Carrot and Pumpkin Soup Wild Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Salad with Rocket leaves and ParmesanOn Sunday last, the East Cork Slow Food Convivium was launched with a Harvest Festival here at the Cookery School. We had lots of fun. It was a beautiful September day, warm enough to sit [...]