There was a time when cabbage serveware quietly faded into the background; tucked away in cabinets, remembered fondly but rarely used. But like all great design classics, it never truly disappeared. Now, it’s making a confident and colourful comeback – and at Meadows & Byrne, we’re embracing it in a fresh new way with our…
Food
Introducing Hestan at Meadows & Byrne — A New Standard in Premium Cookware, Online Exclusive
If you’re passionate about cooking — whether you’re an aspiring home chef or an experienced pro — there’s exciting culinary news to savour. Meadows & Byrne has just launched a carefully curated range of Hestan cookware online, marking a stylish new chapter for kitchenware lovers across Ireland. This online‑exclusive drop brings one of the world’s…
To Cast Iron or Not to Cast Iron?
Before you ‘cast’ judgement… here’s what you might be missing. Cast iron pans have a reputation. For some, they’re kitchen heroes; for others, they’re a bit… dramatic. Heavy, fussy, “too much work.” At Meadows & Byrne, we’re firmly on the side of love—and once you understand what they can do, it’s easy to see why….
Easy Whipped Feta with Balsamic Strawberries: A Perfect Summer Bite.
Whipped feta blended with cream cheese makes a smooth, creamy base for this simple summer dish. Sweet, juicy strawberries are tossed with balsamic vinegar and honey, then spooned over the chilled feta. A scatter of toasted nuts, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of lemon zest and black pepper finish it off. Serve with toasted sourdough, flatbreads, or crisp crackers for an easy, elegant starter.
Stress Free Party Prep: Olive Tapenade
Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious, salty olive tapenade from Orla McAndrew’s new book Larder! It’s incredibly versatile and easy to make, perfect as a dip, a spread, or as a compliment to roast lamb or chicken, or even mixed into pasta. This recipe yields a generous batch, but feel free to…
Stress-Free Party Prep: Hummus Recipe
Here’s a stress-free party prep recipe for Hummus by Orla McAndrew, from her book Larder. Tired of store-bought dips that lack that homemade touch? Orla’s recipe offers the perfect solution! Both the classic and the vibrant beetroot variation are designed to bring colour and ease to your table, proving that delicious party food doesn’t have to be complicated.
Entertaining Essentials – Meet the Charcuterie Board With a Lid
If you love to host (or even just look like you do), allow us to introduce you to your new party essential: the Build a Board Platter—the ideal all-in-one solution for food prep and presentation. This wooden serving board isn’t just a pretty platter; it’s designed to take you seamlessly from slicing to serving without…
Stress-Free Party Prep: Wild Garlic Pesto Recipe
Minimum ingredients, maximum flavour, this light and healthy recipe is sure to impress your guests and elevate any gathering to give it a more restaurant feel. Ingredients Method Serving Suggestions Host’s Tip For longer storage, freeze the pesto in ice cube trays and transfer to a sealed container — perfect for pulling out small portions…
Le Creuset Launches Farm Fresh
Would you like to live more consciously? It starts with what we buy and how we eat. Eating seasonally and locally and is a great way to support our communities — and it’s better for our planet, too. Le Creuset is going back to the sources for their latest campaign and encouraging food lovers everywhere…
Pancake Perfection
Pancake Tuesday 25.02.2020 Every year on Pancake Tuesday we all troop to the shops, buy milk, eggs and flour and indulge in this yearly ritual. We all love a good pancake, but why do we limit ourselves to once a year! At M&B HQ, we are of the belief that pancakes should be an all-year-round…