Chocolate Raspberry Cake

Caaaake. I don't know many people who would turn away a slice of rich chocolate cake, and especially one infused with fresh raspberries and iced with creamy chocolate coconut whip. Just a little something I ...

My Day On A Plate: Paul Byrom

For my Herald nutrition column, I ask Irish tenor Paul Byrom what foods are on his plate... List contents of fridge/weekly food shop… I will admit from the outset, I’m very lucky to have married a gre...

Almond and Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

Sometimes, only a cup of tea and a biccie will do. It doesn't have to be the fanciest of biscuits, but since the shop-bought, sugar-laden types don't really excite me, I love to make my own super-simple and su...

The Beauty of Fermented Foods and Drinks

Fermented Foods While fermented foods, like kefir in Russia and kimchi in Korea, have been popular in different parts of the world for centuries for their health benefits, they're only beginning to becom...

My Day on a Plate: DJ Ciara King

For my Herald and Independent.ie column this week, I ask popular 2fm DJ Ciara King what she likes to eat... List contents of fridge/weekly food shop... Rocket salad or cos, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado...

The Many Benefits of Pushups

Do you add push-ups into your regular workout routine? Granted, they're not everybody's favourite type of exercise and women may find them a little more difficult than men as our upper bodies generally aren't a...

The Hottest Holiday Swimwear

Excitement is building! I'm off on holiday next week with my husband, so I've spent the past couple of weeks combing the shops and surfing the net looking for bikinis, swimwear and beachwear. The choice has nev...

Black and White on the Night

I'm just in the door from the loveliest evening thrown by Thomas Sabo to celebrate the launch of their new autumn/winter 2016 collection (and it's absolutely delish as expected!). Along with a gorgeous gro...