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The Eunice Power Column - Early Summer Treats


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
Summer has arrived bringing with it elderflower blossom, I could smell its delicate perfume as I walked in the field behind my house this evening. As I inhaled the the balmy fragrance I had a rush of panic – quick pick it before it rains and the blossoms are washed away.
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The Eunice Power Column - Irish Asparagus


Asparagus with Apple & Goats' Cheese Dressing
Author: Eunice Power
New season Irish Asparagus is in season this month. Apparently the recent mild winter has brought the crop forward, so it has been ready earlier than usual this year. Asparagus is such a special treat and, as well as being a delicacy, it is a nutritional power house full of vitamins and antioxidants. Folklore suggests that asparagus has wonderful aphrodisiac qualities – so eat up your greens!
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The Eunice Power Column - Down in the Woods


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
The best things in life are free – this is certainly true for wild garlic, which is growing like a carpet under the trees in Glenshelane woods near Cappoquin –where its pungent garlicky whiff fills the air.
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The Eunice Power Column - Spring is in the air, Rhubarb is in the garden...


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
The is no surer sign that spring has arrived than seeing the beautiful pink rhubarb stalks ripen underneath their canopy of enormous leaves. Spring has arrived a little earlier than usual this year - this is due to the mild winter I suppose. Rhubarb features on my breakfast menu from now until it fades out of season. Did you know how easy it is to grow?
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The Eunice Power Column - Eat Yourself to Good Health


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
Since I was a child carrots have appeared on my dinner plate several times a week. My mum used to tell us that they helped us see better in the dark – and she wasn’t too far from the truth. Carrots are energising and are a great antiseptic, as well as having anti oxidant qualities. Did you know that a single carrot will supply all your vitamin A needs for the whole day. My children often snack on raw carrots, and I use them not just as a veggie but also in baking, muffins and delicious carrot cake.
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The Eunice Power Column


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
January is a pretty hectic month for me, lots of wedding and catering enquiries along with room reservation for what looks like a busy year ahead. So a good healthy start to the year for me is imperative. Did you know that a simple thing such as eating and enjoying the right food will improve your mood and self esteem? Very important in this over stressed world, wouldn’t you agree.
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The Eunice Power Column


Eunice Power
Author: Eunice Power
Eunice Power is a professional chef with over twenty years experience in the hospitality business. She runs Powersfield House in Dungarvan County Waterford, which is our B&B of the Year for 2012 and also the winner of the Best B&B Breakfast. Her philosophy is to use fresh, seasonal, locally produced food, sourced organically where possible.
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