by Sean | Oct 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
Blas na hEireann Irish Food Awards were on over the weekend and We are delighted to have won a Gold medal in the Salt category. The Irish Food Awards is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland and take place in Dingle, Co. Kerry each...
by Nourish By Nature | Mar 28, 2017 | Health and Nutrition
Chicken & Barley One Pot serves 4 – 6 Ingredients 8 chicken thighs (skin removed) 200g pearl barley 1 onion sliced 2 cloves garlic crushed 2 medium carrots 2 sticks celery 2 tomatoes 2 parsnips A few sprigs of fresh thyme or 2 tsp dried thyme 2 litres...
by John | Feb 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
For centuries Sea Vegetable soup was a staple meal in many coastal regions around Ireland and beyond, such as the delicious Sea Vegetable Soup pictured here from The White Sands Hotel, Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry. What could be better than using ingredients found on your...
by John | Dec 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
What is Kelp? You may have noticed this marine plant at the beach. Kelp is a type of large brown seaweed that grows in nutrient rich saltwater. Kelp produces a compound called sodium alginate and it can be a thickener for many foods that you eat but you may eat Kelp...
by John | Dec 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
1. Reduce Use on Processed Foods Of course we all rely on processed foods from time to time but consider that even one slice of wheat bread can contain up to 200mg of sodium, you can only fathom what is hiding in a side dish or prepared meal. With healthy alternatives...
by John | Nov 1, 2016 | Health and Nutrition
Welcome to the new low sodium lifestyle! How do I start a low sodium diet? You have been advised to go on a low sodium diet by your doctor or a health nutritionist. Great stuff, but what does that mean? Can I ever dine out again? Unfortunately, the majority of doctors...
