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Runner Beans

The runner bean is a member of the Legume family that originated in South America. The long pods are pale green in colour with a rough appearance. They have a more robust flavour than French beans and are distinct from green beans in several ways: they are generally much

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Cucumbers

Cucumbers belong to the same family as marrows and courgettes. They are believed to have originated in Asia and have been grown in India for some 3,000 years. The Victorians bred a good selection of colour into their cucumbers – and thus white, yellow, bronze and bluish

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Onion

Onions along with shallots, leeks, chives and garlic, belong to the Allium family, which including wild varieties has some 325 members. All have the characteristic onion smell, which is caused by volatile acids just below the skin. Onions have been eaten for thousands of

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Cauliflower

This is a popular member of the Brassica family, which, like cabbage, should not be overcooked.It is believed to have originated from China and from there it was brought to the Middle East. The Moors introduced it to Spain in the 12th Century and from there it found its way

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Broccoli

A member of the Brassica (cabbage) family, the edible part is the central flower stalk. It has become a very popular vegetable in recent years. It is best served lightly blanched or eaten raw in salads. Broccoli is low in calories, carbohydrates and fat. It is a source of

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Loganberries

The loganberry originated at Santa Cruz in California in 1881 and was named after the owner of the garden in which it was found, Judge J. Logan. It is a natural hybrid, and is derived from across between a blackberry and a red raspberry. Although loganberries have been

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Tradition and Simplicity steal the show as five-time Bloom Gold Medal Winner scoops top award on fir

Tradition and Simplicity steal the show as five-time Bloom Gold Medal Winner scoops top award on first day of event President Higgins to open Bloom at 11am Bloom, Ireland's largest gardening, food and family festival brought to you by Bord Bia will begin its five day run

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Clonakilty Distillery Ltd

Clonakilty Distillery founders, the Scully family, have farmed their coastal land for eight successive generations. A commitment to both heritage and innovation has led to the revival of ancient malting barley varieties. Using these barley varities the Scully family create

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Greenhill Fruit Farm Ltd

Greenhilll Fruit Farm is a family-run farm near Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford led by Eamonn and Deirdre Crean. The team combines three generations worth of fruit growing knowledge within their operations, ensuring the continuity of the region's fruit growing heritage. Across

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Christmas Appetisers and Party Food

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Food and Drink Awards Forms

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Food Safety Authority of Ireland

Food Safety Authority of Ireland   The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) was established under the Food Safety Authority of Ireland Act, 1998. This Act was enacted in July 1998 and came into effect on 1st January 1999. The principal function of the Food Safety

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Setting up a Food Market

Markets provide a vibrant hub in the community and act as an attraction for towns, supporting local food producers, and encouraging social interaction as well as adding to the local economy. Setting up a Food Market

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Bord Bia announces Bloom 2016 Medal Winners(2)

Bord Bia announces Bloom 2016 Medal Winners Record number of Gold Medals Awarded at Bloom 2016 Bord Bia today announced the Bloom 2016 medal winners with the Overall Large Garden category award going to Alan Rudden from Westmanstown, Co. Dublin for his Chilean inspired '

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Bord Bia announces Bloom 2016 Medal Winners

Bord Bia announces Bloom 2016 Medal Winners Record number of Gold Medals Awarded at Bloom 2016 Bord Bia today announced the Bloom 2016 medal winners with the Overall Large Garden category award going to Alan Rudden from Westmanstown, Co. Dublin for his Chilean inspired '

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