Posts Tagged ‘James Whelan Butchers’

Best quality pork should be used for this recipe.  Ask your butcher to mince it for you.  Belly pork or shoulder will provide the fat content that will keep the result sweet and juicy. Chinese Pork Balls – Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 500 g finely minced pork 1 shallot finely chopped 2 cloves garlic finely […]

We are delighted to announce that following the successful launch of our first butcher shop in Dublin, at Avoca Monkstown in 2011,we are bringing our craft butchery excellence and expertise to the new Avoca Food Market in Rathcoole. The entire food market will include James Whelan Butchers and a number of new additions to Avoca. […]

I came across The Bowler at an event in the UK earlier this year.  He’s part of the street food movement that’s been growing over the past few years.  He makes gourmet meatballs using meat, fish and vegetables and serving them all from an eye catching grass covered van, affectionately known as the ‘lawn ranger’.  […]

Moussaka is a traditional Greek dish and you will find many varying recipes.  This one is not difficult to prepare but it can be a little time consuming, however it is well worth the effort and always looks impressive when serving. Moussaka Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 1 kg minced lamb ½  cup  olive oil 1 […]

Kashmir is in North India near the Himalyan mountains.  This spiced, slow cooked lamb dish takes its name from that region.  It is often found on menus in restaurants as Rogan Josh.  While it is no doubt spicy, it was never intended to scorch the palate. Kashmiri Lamb Curry Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 2 tbsps […]

Shin of beef is one of those cuts seldom used in recent times by the average cook.  The deeply flavoursome meat is bound by much connective tissue and when cooked long and slow melts and causes the sauce to become a taste event in itself and that’s before sampling the meat!  If you were a […]

Everyone should have a meat loaf recipe in their repertoire. Served hot with vegetables it makes a great dinner, but cold and sliced it is perfect picnic or buffet food. As it is cooked without any added fat or oil, it’s also a healthy option for the diet conscious. Meat Loaf – Printer Friendly Download […]

I always consider this winter food.  Of course it is delicious at anytime of the year but somehow perfect on a cold, dark and wet evening. Dumplings always add a comforting dimension and are perfect for soaking up the gravy. Beef Stew with Dumplings – Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 1 kg/ 2.2 lb  braising steak, […]

When it comes to food and things food related, honesty is important.  I love it when someone introduces me to something I’ve never heard of before; a new method of cooking, an interesting ingredient or a great recipe.  Not for me is the feigned jadedness of the ‘know it all’ foodie.  I believe that no […]

Following the successful launch of our first butcher shop in Dublin, at Avoca Monkstown in 2011, we are delighted to announce that we are bringing our craft butchery excellence and expertise to the new Avoca Food Market in Rathcoole. The entire food market will include James Whelan Butchers and a number of new additions to […]

This is a simple, hearty dish that is a good alternative to spaghetti bolognese. The chilli content can be modified according to taste. The red kidney beans are a great addition, offsetting the power of the chilli while giving a textural lift to the dish. Chilli Con Carne – Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 1 tablespoon […]

I enjoy a fillet steak cooked rare and without anything getting in the way of the true taste of excellent beef.  However this dish is an exception, a truly perfect combination of texture and flavour. Steaks with Brandy Cream Sauce – Printer Friendly Download Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil 4 fillet steaks 50 g/2 oz butter […]