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Dunowen House News

A journal about life at Dunowen House, West Cork. Exploring, entertaining, cooking, eating, making the most of this idyllic life.

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  • Chocolate Chip & Coconut Cookies

    Cookie Heaven

    Two recipes for “Grown Up” Cookies to enjoy when the kids go back to school!

  • Limoncello Ricotta Cake

    Limoncello Ricotta Cake

    Warmer weather & the best of local strawberries, calls for something light, summery and delicious. Served with a dollop of Greek yoghurt and a dusting of icing sugar, this cake is perfect for sunny afternoon teas.

  • Cinnamon rolls with cream cheese cinnamon frosting

    Cinnamon Rolls & Flapjacks

    Is there anyone out there that can resist warm Cinnamon Rolls…if there is, I haven’t met them yet! This week’s recipe also includes a slightly healthier but just as delicious batch of super seeded Flapjacks, so easy to make & eat….

  • Harvest Recipes from Dunowen House

    Autumn Harvest Recipes

    Harvest Time Recipes

    The 1st of September is a real trigger to get started on harvesting the walled garden and hedgerows here at Dunowen House, stocking up on relishes, jams & pickles that will see us through those lean winter months.

  • August Recipe Ideas

    Dunowen House Recipe Files

    We love trying out new recipe ideas here, especially using seasonal fruit and veg from the garden. Having posted pictures on social media of some of our August tasty treats, we got lots of requests to share the recipes. Check them out and let us know what you think!!

    • Savoury Mini-Muffins
    • Courgette & Parmesan Soup
    • White Chocolate & Strawberry Crumble Slices
  • Vintage Afternoon Tea Sandwiches

    Vintage Afternoon Tea at Dunowen

    We are so excited to be adding a gorgeous new Vintage Afternoon Tea menu to our private catering options. We wanted something a little different to the usual fare, so hope you like the menu. Contact us if you would like to add this to your stay!

Food & Recipes

Raspberry Bread & Butter Pudding
Raspberry Bread &...

There’s an east wind today that would cut you in two, so it’s comfort food all the way this Cake Monday!

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2019 Highlights
2019 Highlights

As we come to the end of 2019 and the last few hours of the decade, there’s probably no better time to…