cling onCling film has its uses, but it's not a patch on vacuum sealing, and the JML Food Sealer now available from Atlantic Homecare shops preserves food in a neat, totally sealed environment, keeping it fresher for longer
You could also use it to make your own boil-in-the-bag meals. The unit costs €58.99 and a refill of bags is €9.99. Not exactly environmentally friendly, but you can reuse the bags.
pantry peopleThe Butler's Pantry food shops located in the Blackrock, Clontarf, Donnybrook, Monkstown, Rathgar and Sandymount areas of Dublin, are celebrating their 20th year in business with an artisan food fair. There will be demonstrations and in-store tastings from Monday to next Saturday. Chocolates, chutneys, cheeses, jams, juices and smoked salmon will be on offer, and there will be a chance to meet some of the people behind the products. Check in store for details of participants. Marie-Claire Digby