In the world of food, no dish holds the universal appeal and comfort that a bowl of steaming soup does. That is what the authors of Soup, a recipe book that includes a versatile selection of soups from around …
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Intelligent people skip dessert altogether and serve a glass of Irish coffee
Eoghan Conway and Cathal Eustace go in search of the best Irish coffee in Dublin and find themselves in Bar 1661
An extract from a Trinity News article from February 1970 reads as follows: “Intelligent people skip dessert altogether and serve a glass of Irish coffee. To make Irish coffee you needn’t fuss with dessert plates… saving on time, money and …
Winter warmers: The soup edition
Abby Cleaver outlines some soup-er recipes to keep you warm and happy this Christmas assessment period
Picture this. It’s been a long day of lectures and then library, and it’s cold outside. Cold winds blow onto your already frozen nose as you wait for the bus. You aren’t wearing a proper winter coat because it seemed …
Recipes For the 60s – what Trinity students used to eat
In this anniversary piece Thana Elshaafi looks at the most popular recipes shared in the paper during the 60s and whether they stood the test of time
The world of food is ever-evolving, with culinary trends and tastes changing from generation to generation. One way to understand the evolution of our culinary preferences is by taking a journey back in time to explore recipes from the past. …
Cuisine spotlight: The hidden gem of Ethiopian foods
Thana Elshaafi examines the oftentimes overlooked world of Ethiopian cuisine
Some of the most unique dishes can be found in Ethiopian cuisine. It is one of the lesser-known cuisines globally, however, if you are seeking a one-of-a-kind food experience, Ethiopian cuisine is a must try. This makes it an absolute …
The growing disaster that is #FoodTok
Sarah O’Donohoe takes a look at the harmful food trends that we consume on TikTok as they increase in volume and popularity across the widely used platform
TikTok has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. Its short-form relatable style of content sets it apart from other social media platforms, such as YouTube and Instagram, which are often perceived as places to find more formal or heavily edited …
Flatmates and food: a guide to the challenges and solutions when sharing a common kitchen in college
Lara Monahan explores what the most typical kitchen crises are and how best to resolve them
With students having moved into shared accommodation ahead of a busy academic year, the phrases ‘bin rota’ and ‘cleaning schedule’ have no doubt already shot up in their usage. The challenges of sharing a common kitchen are both numerous and …
Spice, tradition, and fusion: The essence of Singaporean food
Atharva Godkar examines the quintessential essence of Singaporean food
Many people may not have heard about Singaporean or Malaysian cuisine, but both of these cuisines have one thing in common, and that is fusion. Singaporean cuisine is a mix of Cantonese, Hainanese, and Indian flavours. The history of this …
The case against celebrity chefs: Do they do more harm than good?
Thana Elshaafi discusses the issues that arise with the existence and popularity of celebrity chefs
No one can deny the influence that celebrity chefs have had over the years on the evolution of food culture and global cuisine. Many of those with culinary hobbies will often credit it to cooking shows they watched in their …
Cuisine Spotlight: Vietnam
An exploration of Vietnam’s rich culinary past, and rich culinary flavours
Vietnam, a country which is most famous for its jaw-dropping landscapes consisting of everything from balmy beaches to mythical mountain ranges, its fascinating history that explains how and why Vietnamese culture is so entwined with so many other world civilisations …