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The ‘Humble Crumble’ Apple Crumble Bars I Entered Into The Happy Pear’s Apple Festival Bake Off!
There’s one thing every Irish person appreciates and that’s an apple tart, or a crumble for that matter, we’ll take them any way, with rhubarb, with pouring cream, with ice cream or even warm custard, just gorgeous. There is always a little bit of controversy though over crunchy apples or soft gooey stewed apples, I prefer the latter personally, stewed in brown sugar and butter until the apples have gone all squishy and then loads of cinnamon.. Can you imagine my delight when The Happy Pear in Greystones were giving away free Bramley apples to those who wanted to take part in their own apple baking festival- or bake-off? I…
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‘Ancient East’ jewellery collection launch at AMOC, Greystones
When you think about it, Ireland is home to some pretty serious talent, be it fashion, jewellery, music or art… nothing really comes close! This beautiful Island of ours has been churning out talent pretty much since the stone age.. With the new Failte Ireland ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ campaign in full swing, it’s a perfect time to focus on another Artist on the east coast. Mette O’Connor, a Danish-Irish jewellery designer with a background in art & design , fulfilled her dream and opened a studio/retail space in Greystones village in 2007 where she offers a bespoke service as well as offering ready to wear pieces, so beautifully…
A lifestyle blog by Sarah Cooke-O'Neill
