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A journal about life at Dunowen House, West Cork. Exploring, entertaining, cooking, eating, making the most of this idyllic life.
Food & Recipes
Apricot, Lavender and Honey Tart
This fragrant tart is Summer on a plate. You could almost believe you are sitting on a sun drenched terrace in the South of France!
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Blueberry Crumble Cake
This cake is DIVINE! So quick & easy to make – you only need a bowl, a wooden spoon and a tin. I think this might be the best Blueberry Cake I’ve made!
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Picnic Treats
Summer is finally here and we are eating a lot more outdoors and on the go. Check out this recipe for crumbly Oaty Strawberry and White Chocolate Squares and the family favourite, Magic Slices
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Alfajores, the South American Shortbread Sandwich
You probably know at this stage I love my Shortbread but sandwiching them together with Dulce de Leche brings them to a whole new level!
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Black Forest Cake
Finding a jar of Sour Cherries in syrup while in my local Lidl, was the inspiration to finally get around to making this retro classic….
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Victoria Sponge Cake
Opening that first punnet of locally grown Irish strawberries is the start of Summer for me. A classic Victoria Sponge is one of my favourite ways to use them.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
WARNING: This could be the most decadent cake you ever make! Definitely one for a special occasion or a rainy Bank Holiday Monday.
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Meringue Roulade or Banana & Nutella Swirl Bread
It’s a double whammy this Cake Monday!! Light as a feather Meringue Roulade and delicious Banana Bread with an extra treat
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