A quick Mediterranean-style recipe, inspired by a beautiful Summer’s evening, here at Drumanilra, over-looking Lough Key. We have a lovely bed of organic Basil growing in the polytunnels at the moment, alongside the tomato vines. I love the smell of the leaves when just picked. They are perfect, roughly torn, and sprinkled over a simple
DetailsWho is Jim Cronin? Recently, we have been blessed with a visit by Jim Cronin to Drumanilra Organic Farm. Jim has been practicing biological agriculture on a 5 acre plot in West Clare for years, and is one of the most respected organic growers in Ireland for countless reasons. The rate at which he is
DetailsAt Drumanilra Organic farm we are starting to implement a system for managing land and livestock known as Holistic Planned Grazing or HPG. Here is a brief outline of what this involves and some of the benefits. Natural Systems are Complex and Self-Organising Holistic Planned Grazing fits into the broader context of Holistic Management which
DetailsFreshly harvested Drumanilra Organic Farm Potatoes are delicious simply seasoned and drizzled with butter or oil after draining. However, we love to experiment with new flavours and combinations here. We thought we would share some of our favourite recipes that add a little extra something to impress your family and friends. If you’d like to
DetailsDavid’s first (hopefully of many!) recipes for you to try at home. Shin beef is a traditional, household cut. Super tasty, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, when braised. Serve with cheesy, buttery, Italian polenta and a side of organic Kale from our garden. A deliciously easy and indulgent Supper! Why not serve with a glass or two
DetailsWould you like Organic Meat, Fruit and Vegetables delivered to your door? Did you know our Organic Meat Boxes and Organic Fruit and Vegetable Boxes are now available to courier anywhere in Ireland from our Organic Farm here by Lough Key in County Roscommon? We farm with organic, low-input, regenerative, farming methods, with a
DetailsWe are delighted to announce that highly acclaimed, 2AA Rosette Award Chef, David Porter, has joined us today in his new role as Executive Chef, at Drumanilra! Having grown up and trained in Sydney’s thriving food scene, David went on to successfully open his own restaurants. His restaurants empasised local, seasonal produce and sustainable, ethical
DetailsAfter we last spoke with Maria Moynihan in 2018, we ended up on the cover of Irish Country Living Magazine! At that time, we chatted about our progress since taking over the original 40 acre mixed farm here at Drumanilra in Co. Roscommon, developing the organic farm, and opening the Drumanilra Farm Kitchen, our burger
DetailsAre you someone who considers buying organic produce? Is the quality and flavour of the food you eat, and feed your family, important to you? Are you concerned about animal welfare and climate change issues? If so this might be of interest. Drumanilra Organic Beef – Grass Fed, Single Estate Beef from our Family Farm
DetailsYou may have spotted in previous posts, that we have been preparing a field for building more polytunnels here on the farm this Summer. Alex has sown some of the area with salads and vegetables for this growing season, and the rest with nitrogen fixing cover crops to help prepare the soil and improve soil
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