Nothing seems more daunting than the task of cooking Christmas Dinner, but with our Turkey Toolbox you’ll be all set. This is the ultimate list of tools and gadgets that you need to make sure that bird comes out juicy and tender and on time! Oven Prep One of the most important things when it…
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Kids in the Kitchen – summer activities to keep them busy!
It’s midsummer, the school holidays are in full swing and it’s hard to come up with new ways to keep the kids busy on long summer days! If you find yourself at home with a full house, we have a few fun summer activities to keep them busy in the kitchen. In a world where…
You Guac My World
You Guac My World Guacamole or Guac as it’s fondly known, a dip made from avocados, is originally from Mexico. The name is derived from two Aztec Nahuatl words—ahuacatl (avocado) and molli (sauce). All you really need to make guacamole is ripe avocados and salt. After that, a little lime or lemon juice—a splash of…
Winter Warmers from Behind the Half Door – Stories of Food and Folk
This week we are delighted to feature our first guest blog from Kady O Connell, co-author of “Behind the Half Door: Stories of Food and Folk” with Biddy McLaughlin. With a fresh approach to Irish cuisine, it’s no surprise that the book has been shortlisted for a prestigious Gourmand Award! Filled with a charming patchwork of Irish…
We ❤ The Happy Pear!
At M&B we’re big fans of The Happy Pear and this week we were thrilled to discover our lovely Tola will be featured in their new cookbook! The dynamic duo have an amazing way with food and manage to create recipes that are so tasty and healthy at the same time. While we eagerly await their new…
Julie’s Chocolate Fudge – 3 Ways
Are you stuck for ideas on how to use up those leftover Easter Eggs that might be tempting you? Well, look no further, we here at Meadows and Byrne have the answer! Our Kitchen and Dining Buyer, Julie, has come up with an easy recipe that will impress your guests and delight the family. Everybody…
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas From Meadows & Byrne
At Meadows & Byrne we have carefully curated a selection of gift’s perfect for every mother. Whether she be an early riser, the hostess with the mostess, the homemaker or the dreamer we have a gift that she will love. Our mother’s inspire us every day, they have shaped who we have become and they…
Recipe: Flipping good pancakes
Here at M&B we are more excited about Pancake Tuesday than most children are. The pancake possibilities are endless. Pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.. Yum! The Ingredients: 100g plain flour Pinch of salt 1 egg 300 ml milk 1 tblsp. melted butter or sunflower oil The Equipment: …
SALE TOP PICKS: Grab it before it’s gone…
Going, going… Grab it before it’s gone! With only one week to go in our Winter Sale; seize the day and get yourself or someone else a little something special before it’s over! For the chef… If your collection of pots and pans have seen better days,now is the time to replace them with some shiny new…
How to Use: Pestle and Mortar
Pestle & Mortars are useful tools if you need to grind herbs and spices into a paste or powder, they can be used for crushing berries, nuts, hard sweets and sea salt. Our selection of Pestle and Mortars are solid, robust and designed to last; a great addition to any kitchen. Follow our simple step…