Donal skehan

Much of the cooking I really take the time to enjoy takes place on the weekend. When the hustle and bustle and pressure of the weeknight slog is out of the way, there’s room to enjoy the process a little more and maybe even plan to have friends or family over to share a meal together.

Donal Skehan’s straightforward chicken tagine recipe is bursting with spices and fruity flavour – the aromas released as it cooks will have you and the people you’re cooking for salivating. If you don’t have time for marinating and soaking, this chicken tagine – with figs and a fruity couscous – is ready in an hour.

Much of the cooking I really take the time to enjoy takes place on the weekend. When the hustle and bustle and pressure of the weeknight slog is out of the way, there’s room to enjoy the process a little more and maybe even plan to have friends or family over to share a meal together.

St. Patrick's Day Feast! | Donal Skehan | EAT LIVE GO

Cook Time 1 hour and 40 minutes Servings 10-12 Ingredients 2 cups plain flour 1 cup caster sugar ¼ cup pecan nuts 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg 150g butter, chopped 1 cup sour cream 1 lemon, juiced 1 tsp bicarbonate soda 2 eggs 3 firm ripe pears, cored and cut into 1 cm piec

Some of my best culinary experiences have come from my travels in Italy and it’s hard not to be inspired by a nation that is so passionate about its regional recipes and produce. With summer sunshine just around the corner, I want to arm you with a selection of simple recipes that are ideal for al fresco eating inspired by the Italian summer.

Apple crumble cake | Donal Skehan | EAT LIVE GO

It's Toy Show week, which means staying up late, making your lists and tucking into lots of sweet treats while you're at it!

A crumble is one of my favourite desserts, no matter what fruit you use, but this elevated fancy apple crumble cake takes chat classic and transforms it into a true showstopper and real centrepiece f…