Irish food is an unusual blend of time-honored traditions and modern ingredients and methods. It has a rich, varied and delicious range of dishes.
There are many retail / grocer locations around the city that offer Irish products. Here are some of them:
Boxty
Boxty is a traditional Irish dish, and it’s a delicious one. It’s similar to a hash brown pancake and it is served with many different dishes, including eggs, bacon, sausages, lamb chops, and beef stew.
It can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common is grated raw potatoes and mashed potatoes. Mixing it together with flour, baking powder, salt, and buttermilk produces a batter that’s cooked on a pan just like regular pancakes.
Traditionally made in poorer communities before the potato famine, this pancake was inexpensive and tasty to make. It’s a great addition to any meal!
Soda Bread
Irish soda bread, which is known as tea cake in Ireland, is a quick and easy recipe that’s beloved around the world. It’s a versatile food that pairs well with savory dishes, such as meat stews or soups.
While the original recipe calls for just four core ingredients — flour, baking soda, buttermilk and raisins — there are plenty of ways to customize it to your taste. For example, you can add currants or caraway seeds, as well as a few teaspoons of citrus zest or herbs.
Biscuits
Biscuits are a staple in every Irish kitchen. They’re also a beloved treat that’s enjoyed across the world.
A biscuit is a type of small, crispy cake. They’re typically sweetened, though they can be savory.
These baked foods are a great source of carbohydrates, fiber, and protein. They’re a good option for people who are trying to lose weight or maintain their current weight.
Digestive biscuits are a popular choice. They’re made with whole wheat flour and sodium bicarbonate, which was once believed to help improve digestion.
Tea
Tea is a beverage made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. It has been cultivated for centuries and is now widely consumed around the world.
Tea can be green, white, oolong, or black and can vary in taste and appearance based on growing regions, cultivation techniques, and harvest time. Its antioxidants, called polyphenols, are responsible for many of its health benefits.
Often drunk with milk, it is also a popular choice for desserts. A number of studies have linked the consumption of two or more cups of tea daily with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Drisheen
Drisheen is a unique type of black pudding made from a mixture of cow’s, pig’s or sheep’s blood, milk, salt, fat and breadcrumbs. It’s boiled and sieved, then cooked using the main intestine of a pig or sheep as the sausage skin.
It is a traditional dish in Cork and it’s served in restaurants across the city, including The Farmgate Cafe at the English Market.
While it’s not for everyone, it is a staple in many Cork homes. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a delicious snack to share with family and friends.
Black Pudding
Black pudding is a type of blood sausage originating in Britain and Ireland. It is made with pork blood, lard or beef suet, cereal grains, and seasonings.
It is often eaten alongside eggs and bacon at breakfast. It can also be crumbled and added to dishes to add flavor.
However, many black puddings on supermarket shelves contain unnecessary additives and unappealing ingredients. They can be high in calories and fat, as well as salt.
White Sausage
Whether you’re looking for a full Irish breakfast or just a snack, White Sausage has you covered. Their sausages are made using hormone-free pork and veal.
They are seasoned with parsley, lemon, onion and ginger. They are also gluten-free and contain no color-preserving nitrite.
A Bavarian specialty, white sausage is typically eaten as a second breakfast before noon. Serve them with a fresh pretzel and sweet mustard. You can also pair them with a cool Weissbier (wheat beer).