Shane O'Connor

Broadcast Journalist | Food Lover | Funny(ish) | Sports Fan

Simple Hake with Mixed Beans, Chorizo and Goats Cheese :)

Recently a friend of mine came home from Chicago for a few days and while I was chatting to him on the phone after he landed I managed to invite … Continue reading

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Behold the Blackcurrant Frangipane :)

The perfect accompaniment to a nice cup of tea, this standard frangipane tart is transformed by the blackcurrants scattered over the top. I had been meaning for a few days … Continue reading

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Pan seared chicken breast, fondant potato and peas a la francaise :)

I love this dish, it’s simple, looks great and tastes awesome. If you’re ever trying to impress someone and want something fool proof then this is it, plus its not … Continue reading

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Chorizo and Potato Pizza from the BBQ :)

I woke up this morning to this strange glow around the edge of my bedroom curtains and thought ‘that’s weird’, so I hopped up and like Joseph I drew back … Continue reading

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Yummy Bacon and Cabbage Gratin :)

Here’s a nice hearty dish I made last week when I had a mate over for dinner, it’s a perfect dish for those dull rainy days(everyday in Ireland). I think … Continue reading

18/07/2012 · Leave a Comment

The Milesian Restaurant Castlegregory – Modern dining in a traditional setting…

A well known building in the heart of the village, the Milesian Restaurant is a small white traditional stone cottage which oozes charm and personality. If you meet the right … Continue reading

13/07/2012 · 2 Comments

Cedar Plank BBQ Hake with Chorizo, Onion and Cherry Tomato :)

Yesterday the sun was shining and I decided to go back to my parents caravan in the very beautiful Castlegregory, rather than show up empty handed I went to the … Continue reading

07/07/2012 · 3 Comments

Good old Macaroni and Cheese :)

Earlier this week I was in a restaurant in Manchester and the person at the table beside me ordered Mac and Cheese and ever since seeing it arrive at her … Continue reading

23/06/2012 · Leave a Comment

What happened when Eamon Keegan looked away!!

13/06/2012

The nation holds it’s breath…

And we did, I put my head in my hands and then buried my face in the sofa as Dave O’Leary placed the ball on the spot and George Hamilton … Continue reading

08/06/2012 · Leave a Comment
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