Category Archives: Historical

Put a Spring (summer) In Your Step!

Quinoa

Just discovered a couple of nice foodie blogs that are definitely worth sharing.  Simple food is the name of the game.  And the winners are protein packed salads.  Early tries from seasonal fruit (ripe strawberries from Wexford) with a strong showing from mineral rich nuts (almonds from California) and man of the match goes to […]

A Summer Noodle Salad – in Search of Sunnier Climbs

Noodles Salad

A lovely simple recipe courtesy of Clearspring – purveyors, and suppliers to The Hopsack, of authentic Japanese cuisine. Chu-ka Udon Salad This colourful salad is a Clearspring alternative to a classic Japanese summer dish served from June to September. “Chu-ka” is in reference to the Chinese origins of ramen noodles, which are normally served with […]