Wholesome Ireland's posts: Recent Episodes
A quick chat, some thoughts on back to school, 2 new cookbooks I'm hoping to review soon, and what I'm up to this week! Image is a recent Birthday cake. #irish #parenting #food
It's a rundown of the special offers in Ireland's most popular supermarkets for the week beginning 9th November 2014. #thrifty #moneysaving #lidl #aldi #tesco #supervalu
Featured picture is a new portion friendly range available in Tesco. Far too expensive I think but a great idea.
He reads the story of parsley from this book at Kerrygold Ballymaloe Litfest 2014 #litfestie
Jim Shortall (97), former International cyclist for Ireland and Irish champion in interview on NearFM with Vincent Flood.
Do you know why Mother's Day falls on a different date each year? Or why it was never originally about celebrating mothers? Here's some food for thought. Pictured are some "mothering buns".
A short tutorial on why fan ovens differ from regular ovens & why you should always read the recipe.
Cash poor & time poor. Why people make food choices. Photo is a banh mi style roll which cost 75c a portion to make.
Some baking nattering & taking about traditional bakes. That recipe for Lemon & Lime cake can be found here: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=3797
In response to @topgold on his query about frugal food for students. Also referenced @omaniblog & #gtd Image is Slow Cooker Beans & a recipe can be found here:http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=3612
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Some thoughts on life changes & attitudes since I became a parent. #wholesome #parenting http://wholesomeireland.com Picture is a Dublin sunset on Wednesday last. Taken from a bus in Sutton.
How & why I blog/podcast on a budget. Pictured are some wall stickers I bought for €1.50 & decorated the toddlers room with.
Some very marked differences between now & 30 odd years ago. Related to the original pagan tradition of Samhna. You'll find me on http://wholesomeireland.com
SafeFood.eu have a new campaign charged with encouraging parents to combat childhood obesity. There is a fairly big omission I feel & here's why. Please note SafeFood have since contacted me to say that their campaign is aimed between ages 2-12 years of age, and while they do agree with the issue of breastfeeding reducing obesity in children, it is therefore not included in their campaign. Image is my badge for being a finalist in http://webawards.ie Thank you to all my listeners & subscribers!
The act of eating together as a family is about far more than what you eat. http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=3303
I received this cookbook to review about 10 days ago. Find out what I think. http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=3213
Where the podcast came from. Why I podcast. Why Audioboo. What I like to do with it etc. http://wholesomeireland.com On the occasion of a nomination for "Best Independent Podcaster" in the Irish Web Awards. http://webawards.ie Thanks to Peter Donegan for the inspiration. Pictured are some coffee biscuits from my most recent blogpost.
Simon Bushby plays an acoustic version of his song "Georgia" from RTÉ's "The Hit". For more info: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=3088
I got a bit irritated by radio coverage of a "frugal" budget meal for 4 people costing €20.
The 4yo talks to me about harvesting potatoes. More on my blogpost here: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=2877
What an Irish Summer Project is about & how we're getting on with the planning this year. Holidays? What are they???
The weekly roundup. This week includes "Aurora Borealis" or Northern Lights, simple cupcakes & millionaires!
Just musing over the type of infrastructure people actually crave Vs what is being provided.
Advisory (short) audio piece about how rating one another could lead to great hurt & upset. #parenting #netiquette
Morning! It's a spring day but it's very cold outside. That has implications for the allotment!
I've started a new fast food series on the blog. A little explanation & you can find the recipe for a quick homemade pot noodle here: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=2340
food #convenience #cooking
I've lost my cooking "mojo" & am feeling very guilty about excessive food waste, especially considering we are on a budget.
The final in my series of 14 podcasts for Seachtain na Gaeilge. Today I speak very little Irish (Gaelic) and chat about what this Irish family does to celebrate. #snag #snagblog
The cover picture for this boo is a quick bacon bites canape from my blog: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=2282 The post is written in Gaelic & you can scroll down for the English translation.
The thirteenth in my series of podcasts sharing a few short words & phrases for Seachtain Ná Gaeilge. Today I've a few actions to share. #snag #snagblog
The twelfth in my series of 14 podcasts sharing a few short words & phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "cheers" and "welcome". #snag #snagblog
The eleventh in my series of podcasts sharing a few short words & phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast is on 4 simple directions along with an easy to remember rhyme and actions we use from a very early age. #snag #snagblog
The tenth in my series of podcasts sharing a few short words & phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you the days of the week. #snag #snagblog
The nineth in my series of podcasts sharing some short words & phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today we're in the kitchen & talking about food.
The eighth in my series of 14 podcasts sharing a few short words & phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today it's the weather report. It's snowing! #snag #snagblog
The seventh in my podcast series detailing a few short phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you 6 colours. #snag #snagblog
The sixth in my podcast series detailing a few short phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "excuse me". #snag #snagblog
The fifth of 14 podcasts detailing some short phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to count to 10 with a little help from my 4 year old. #snag #snagblog
The fourth of 14 podcasts detailing some short phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "please" and "thank you". #snag #snagblog
The third of 14 podcasts detailing some easy phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "my name is". #snag #snagblog
The second of 14 podcasts detailing some easy phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "goodbye". #snag #snagblog
The first of 14 podcasts detailing some easy phrases in Irish (Gaelic). Today's podcast teaches you how to say "hello" & "how are you?". #snag #snagblog
Some advice, such as it is, on welcoming a second child to your family. To go with my baby shower cupcake recipe: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=2167
The weekly #food #blog round up from Wholesome #Ireland. This week references #allotments #community #frugal food & St Patrick's Day. http://wholesomeireland.com
Gaeilge, the Irish language. An explanation of why I blog & podcast in English & what I plan to do in the run up to St Patrick's Day 2013. http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=1932
Let's call it as it is. Labelling #beef as #horsemeat is #fraud.
Fraud (from Dictionary.com) Deceit, trickery, sharp practice or breach of confidence, perpetrated for profit or to gain some unfair advantage.
Homemade baked beans. Why I don't like the convenience tinned version. You'll find a recipe to make your own and a cost analysis between the two on http://wholesomeireland.com
Another #foodblog roundup from #wholesome #ireland The #recipe for #edible #dirt or #soil can be found at http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=1847
I stopped to catch my breath on my daily walk through the town. Recorded an audio of what I see & hear. Inspired by @topgold
Another #foodblog roundup from Wholesome Ireland. Topics discussed include #horse #burgers , living on s low income in #ireland & convenience food. Picture is of some rare sunlight in my kitchen this week.
This week's #foodblog roundup. Photo is of some flowering Pineapple Sage in my front garden.
What happens when you combine an iconic Irish crisp (potato chip) with chocolate? From the Wholesome Ireland foodblog and link to the original photographs and recipe: http://wholesomeireland.com/?p=1770
An audio response to the reaction to Ear to the Ground on RTE last week. Why people buy €3 chickens, why it won't change & explanation on the Dublin term "knocko".
How this recipe evolved & why the cake in the picture is smaller than the recipe quantities.
In writing & blogging one of the best pieces of advice I received was to find my voice. 2012 was indeed the year I found mine. Happy New Year.
The Wholesome Bites is out. A regular update on my #food #blog In this episode I chat about my #blogging in 2012, and planning for 2014.
Just back from the concert the Naionra (Irish Language Montessori) held for the last day of term. Here's 50 odd smallies & their teachers giving a rousing rendition of Jingle Bells as Gaeilge.
Food evokes memories from my childhood & a reminder to cut back on emotional spending this year. #food #ireland #irish #christmas #memories
Dishwasher vodka (!), competitions, radios chats & more. Including some interruptions from the 4yo.
A rant about #retail #advertising #commercialism and #Santa letters. How it's handled in our household along with the #latelate #toyshow
Information on The Great Irish Bake for Temple St Children's Hospital & a personal story.
Where I confess to eating out of date #food in #desperation after going cupboard diving.
This week's roundup from Wholesome Ireland including a visit to the National Library of Ireland, a radio interview tomorrow morning & yet another example of me tripping over myself.
Marmalade, jam & food memories. Then a quick rice pudding recipe. What are your childhood comfort foods?
An ode to the toasted #sandwich maker. #Gourmet #food on a #budget. The best €6.99 I've spent this year.
Apologies in advance. Contains the word arse & me getting a bit passionate about volunteering in Ireland.
How to save money on your home heating bill. Note, your house needs to be well insulated to do this but you will save money. #energy #efficiency #moneysaving #frugal #tips #ireland
food #blog #Ireland #Blessings
This week's Wholesome Bites from http://wholesomeireland.com
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