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CHRISTMAS | 2023
WELCOME Christmas can often feel quite stressful if you are cooking for a group of family or friends, this year I have created some delicious recipes, using my cookware range and Simply Better ingredients, that are easy to follow. My recipes include a delicious Roast Turkey with Lemon and Sage using the fantastic Heritage Bronze Turkey from Hogan’s Farm in county Meath and my succulent Maple & Mustard Glazed Irish Ham. If you are cooking for a vegetarian friend or family member try my Roast Baby Carrot Tarte Tatin. It’s so good everyone at your dinner table will want a slice. My canapé suggestions can be prepared in a hurry if you have some unexpected guests and my Belgian Chocolate Trifle is bound to impress. I hope you enjoy the recipes included in this booklet, from all my team at MacNean House & Restaurant and my colleagues on the Simply Better team in Dunnes Stores, may I wish you and all your family a very Happy Christmas and New Year.
From Neven Maguire & The Simply Better team
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Happy Cooking!
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NEVEN'S PERFECT GIFT BOXES THIS CHRISTMAS “Together with the Simply Better team, I have created these delicious food gifts!” - Neven Maguire
Simply Better & Neven Maguire Breakfast Gift Box | €25
Simply Better & Neven Maguire Charcuterie Gift Box | €50
Simply Better & Neven Maguire Irish Farmhouse Cheese Board | €30
Simply Better & Neven Maguire Seafood Gift Box | €40
Contents Include: 8 Pack Irish Pork Sausages, 8 Pack Irish Rashers, Black & White Pudding, Handmade Tomato Relish, Single Estate Coffee, 4 Triple Berry Irish Yogurts, Handmade Granola, Neven Maguire Kitchen Tongs. Available in store from 18.12.2023.
Contents Include: Neven Maguire Cheese Board, Neven Maguire Cheese Knife, Handmade Cranberry & Fig Chutney, Organic Cashel Blue, St. Killian Farmhouse Cheese, 15 Fields Cheddar, St. Tola Goat's Cheese. Available in store from 11.12.2023.
Contents Include: Neven Maguire Serving Board, Neven Maguire Serving Knife & Fork, St. Tola's Ash Goat's Cheese, North Cork Vintage Cheddar, Irish Farmhouse Durrus Óg, Italian Olive Selection, Spiced Ploughman's Chutney, Gourmet Soda Bread Toasts, Handmade Irish Chorizo, Italian Salame Felino PGI, Salchichón Iberico, Calabrian Salami Sticks. Available in store from 11.12.2023.
Contents Include: Neven Maguire Slate Serving Board, Neven Maguire Serving Knife & Fork, Gourmet Soda Bread Toasts, Irish Prawn Cocktail, Irish Trout Pâté, Organic Irish Smoked Salmon, Hot Smoked Irish Salmon Darne, Hot Smoked Irish Mackerel. Available in store from 11.12.2023.
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RISE & SHINE Go full Irish with our Simply Better breakfast deal!
BUY ANY 3 FOR €5.50
Choose 1 Pack of 9 Pack Hand Tied Irish Pork Sausages, 1 Pack of Dry Cured Rashers and 1 Pack of Black or White Pudding. See in store for details.
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A SWEET START “Start your day with this sweet cinnamon baked breakfast, pure festive magic filled with warmth and comfort.” - Neven Maguire
REC IPE
Cinnamon Swirl Bake Ingredients (Serves 4)
Method
- 1 packet Simply Better All Butter Cinnamon Swirls
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4). Grease a square Roaster and arrange the cinnamon swirls in a single layer with the tail ends meeting in the middle. Pour over the cream.
- 125ml Simply Better Single Source Irish Jersey Cream - 50g Butter, extra for greasing - 100g Dark Brown Sugar - ½ tsp Simply Better Organic Ground Cinnamon
2. Melt the butter in the microwave and whisk in the sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle over the swirls. Cover with tin foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the tin foil and return to the oven for another 6-8 minutes or until golden. Serve warm straight to the table.
Neven’s Top Tip To make a cream cheese glaze, mix 100g of Simply Better Irish Original Cream Cheese with 2 tablespoons of softened butter, 75g sifted icing sugar and one tablespoon of Simply Better Organic Grade A Canadian Maple Syrup and drizzle on the cinnamon swirl bake just before serving.
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Simply Better Oak & Hickory Smoked Organic Irish Salmon With Kilkenny Apple Crystal Gin & Organic Juniper Berries
80g | €5.99
(€74.88 Per Kg)
Simply Better Oak & Hickory Smoked Organic Irish Salmon with Organic Seaweed & Spices
80g | €5.99
(€74.88 Per Kg)
Simply Better Oak Smoked Organic Irish Salmon with Honey & Dill
160g | €11
(€68.75 Per Kg)
Simply Better Oak Smoked Organic Irish Salmon with Organic Whiskey
160g | €11
(€68.75 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Scallop Gratin with a Garlic & Chorizo Crumb
150g | €4.99 (€33.27 Per Kg) 6
Simply Better Handmade Seafood Gratin with a Lemon & Herb Crumb
165g | €4.99 (€30.24 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Prawn Gratin with a Tomato & Basil Crumb
160g | €4.99 (€31.19 Per Kg)
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SHOWSTOPPING SEAFOOD PLATTERS Impress your guests with amazing seafood!
Simply Better Irish Crab Cocktail
145g | €6
(€41.38 Per Kg)
Simply Better Irish Crab Claws
100g | €6
(€60 Per Kg)
Simply Better Black Tiger Prawns
125g | €6
(€48 Per Kg)
Meet the
MAKERS
SHELLFISH IRELAND We travelled to the picturesque fishing town of Castletownbere, West Cork, to meet the Murphy family to source our Simply Better Irish Dublin Bay Prawn Cocktail. Shellfish Ireland source our prawns from Irish fishing boats enabling them to process the catch at its freshest in Castletownbere. The prawns are combined with our delicious and light Irish made seafood sauce for a classic starter.
Simply Better Irish Dublin Bay Prawn Cocktail
150g | €6
(€40 Per Kg)
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REC IPE
Italian Antipasti Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
Method
- 1 jar Simply Better Italian Aubergine Caponata
1. Spoon the aubergine caponata on to a small platter. Add the burrata cheese and gently cut the tops with a sharp knife, then season lightly with salt. Tear up the basil leaves to scatter on top and place in the centre of a board. Arrange bowls of the artichokes, pesto and chilli paste on the outside. Add piles of the grissini and croccantina and then fold and tuck in the salame, Parma ham and Bresaola. Fill in any gaps with small piles of the olives and garnish with torn flat-leaf parsley leaves to serve.
- 2 Simply Better Italian Burrata, at room temperature - Pinch of Simply Better Clogherhead Oriel Sea Salt - A few Fresh Basil Leaves
For the Antipasti:
Neven’s Top Tip:
- 1 jar Simply Better Italian Baby Artichokes
A fantastic spread to have tucked away for a spontaneous get together over the festive season. There is no cooking involved just clever shopping so you can relax and enjoy the evening as much as your guests.
- 1 jar Simply Better Italian Olive & Basil Pesto - 1 jar Simply Better Italian Calabrian Chilli Paste - 1 packet Simply Better Italian Salame Felino PGI - 1 packet Simply Better Italian Coppa de Parma PGI - 1 packet Simply Better Italian Bresaola PGI
- 1 packet Simply Better Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Grissini - 1 packet Simply Better Italian Rosemary Pizza Croccantina - 1 jar Simply Better Italian Olive Selection - Fresh Flat-leaf Parsley, to garnish
Simply Better Italian Aubergine Caponata
Simply Better Italian Buffalo Burrata
Simply Better Italian Salame Felino PGI
(€16.98 Per Kg)
(€16.36 Per Kg)
(€58.63 Per Kg)
265g | €4.50 8
250g | €4.09
80g | €4.69
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REC IPE
Mediterranean Mezze with Roasted Baby Beets with Chickpeas Method
Ingredients (Serves 6-8) For the roasted baby beets & chickpeas: - 2 packets Simply Better Baby Beetroot, scrubbed - 1 carton Simply Better Organic Chickpeas, drained - 1 tsp Simply Better Organic Garlic & Herb Seasoning
For the harissa yoghurt: - Finely grated Rind & Juice of ½ Lemon - 450g Simply Better Authentic Greek Yogurt - Pinch of Simply Better Clogherhead Oriel Sea Salt - 2 tbsp Simply Better Irish Made Harissa Sauce - A few Fresh Mint Leaves
For the mezze:
- 2 tsp Simply Better Organic Spicy Pepper & Herb Seasoning
- 1 jar Simply Better Italian Grilled Peppers
- 1 tsp Simply Better Organic Harissa Spice Seasoning
- 1 jar Simply Better Italian Grilled Aubergines
- 2 tbsp Simply Better Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil PDO
- 1 tsp Simply Better Italian Organic Glaze with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - 1 packet Simply Better Greek Barrel Aged Feta - 1 Simply Better Handmade Irish Salami with Fennel - 1 packet Simply Better Piadina Romagnola IGP Alla Riminese
1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (450°F/Gas Mark 7). Trim and halve or quarter the beetroot. Mix the spices together. Put the chickpeas and beetroot in a large baking tin and rub all over with the oil, sprinkle over the spice mixture and mix again. Roast for 30 minutes or until crisp around the edges. Remove from the oven and leave to cool to room temperature. 2. When ready to serve, add the lemon juice and rind to the yogurt with the salt and spread thickly on to a platter, then swirl in the harissa sauce and spoon the roasted baby beets & chickpeas on top. Tear over the mint leaves and arrange in the middle of a table. 3. Drain the peppers and cut into thin slices and put on a small plate and drizzle with the organic glaze. Drain the aubergines and arrange on a small platter, then cut the feta into cubes and scatter on top. Cut the salami into slices. 4. Heat the wraps directly over a gas flame for about 30 seconds on each side until lightly charred and then stack them up and cut into triangles. Tuck in stacks of them wherever there are gaps and finish with the slices of salami. 9
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CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINING ESSENTIALS Ensure your Christmas feast is complete with these essential foods, adding a touch of magic to every dish.
Simply Better Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
250ml-750ml €4.49-€10.99
(€13.32 - €23.96 Per Litre)
Simply Better French Made Pâté
100g | €3.99-€4.79 (€39.90 - €47.90 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Chutney & Relish
210g | €2.75 (€13.10 Per Kg)
Simply Better Artisan Crackers
125g | €3.49 each (€27.92 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Grissini
180g | €3.79 each (€21.06 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Organic Bruschetta
150g | €2.99 each (€19.93 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Antipasti
265g - 290g €2.50 - €4.49
(€8.62 - €17.82 Per Kg)
Simply Better Crispbread
235g | €2.99 (€12.72 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Dips, Sauces & Relishes
200g - 260g | €3.49
(€13.42 - €17.45 Per Kg) Available from the chill section.
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MEDITERRANEAN
ANTIPASTI Create the perfect platter with our Italian & Spanish Cured Meats. Simply Better Italian Grilled Peppers
290g | €3.99 (€13.76 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Sun Dried Tomatoes
290g | €3.99 (€13.76 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Coppa Di Parma PGI
90g | €4.69 (€52.11 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Salame Felino PGI
80g | €4.69
(€58.63 Per Kg)
Simply Better Gran Reserva Serrano Ham
100g | €4.19 (€41.90 Per Kg)
Simply Better Chorizo Iberico Bellota
70g | €3.69 (€52.71 Per Kg)
BUY ANY
3 2 FOR
on selected continental meats & antipasti
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CHRISTMAS | 2023
EXQUISITE CHEESE COLLECTIONS Transform your festive table into a global culinary adventure with our wide range of Simply Better cheeses, sourced from some of Ireland and Europe's best cheese producers. Simply Better Irish Farmhouse Killeen Goat’s Cheese
150g | €5.79 (€38.60 Per Kg)
Simply Better Irish Farmhouse Durrus Óg
220g | €5.49 (€24.95 Per Kg)
Simply Better Irish Farmhouse Wicklow Bán Double Cream Brie
150g | €4.19
(€27.93 Per Kg)
Simply Better French Brillat Savarin
100g | €4.79 (€47.90 Per Kg)
Simply Better French Époisses
125g | €5.49 (€43.92 Per Kg)
Simply Better French Brie De Meaux
200g | €4.79 (€23.95 Per Kg)
Simply Better Italian Truffle Pecorino
155g | €5.29 (€34.13 Per Kg)
Simply Better French Reblochon De Savoie
220g | €5.49 (€24.95 Per Kg)
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BUY ANY
3 2 FOR
On Selected Cheese Lines
COOK | WITH NEVEN MAGUIRE
REC IPE
French Cheese Board with Pear & Fennel Salad Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Board:
Method
- 1 pack Simply Better French Reblochon De Savoie (or Simply Better Baking Wicklow Bán)
- 1 pack Simply Better Irish Duck Rillette Pâté
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4). Remove sleeve and wrapper from the Reblochon or Wicklow Bán and put the cheese back into the ceramic dish. Using a small sharp knife make seven small incisions and then push a slice of garlic and a few rosemary leaves right down into each one. Place on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is molten.
- 1 Simply Better Fermented Black Garlic Clove, cut into 7 slices - 1 fresh Rosemary Sprig - 1 tbsp Simply Better Raw Irish Honey, plus extra to serve
For the Salad: - 1 Simply Better Xenia Pear - 1 packet Simply Better Baby Fennel - ½ Lemon, pips removed - 2 tbsp Simply Better Honey & Mustard Dressing - 1 bag Baby Salad Leaves - 50g toasted hazelnuts or walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 pack Simply Better French Comté - 1 pack Simply Better French Roquefort Vernières - 1 pack Simply Better French Epoisses - Organic White Sourdough Bread, sliced - 1 jar Cornichons, drained
2. Meanwhile, using a vegetable peeler, sharp knife or mandolin, shave the pear, discarding the core and the baby fennel into wafer-thin slices. Toss in the lemon juice and then put in a salad bowl with the lettuce leaves. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle over the dressing to lightly coat. Scatter the nuts on top. 3. Drizzle the baked cheese with the honey to taste and put on a board in the centre of a table with the salad and place extra dish of honey alongside. Transfer the duck pâté into a small bowl. Add the other cheeses, cutting them up into different shapes and arranging them on the board alongside stacks of sourdough bread. Fill in any gaps with the cornichons to serve.
Neven's Top Tip: Take the duck pâté and all the cheeses out of the fridge an hour before you plan to serve them. Take off all the packaging from each cheese and leave them to breathe back to life – the difference in flavour will be significant. 13
SIMPLY BETTER ALBARIÑO NAI E SENORA
SIMPLY BETTER CHATEAU PIERREUX BROUILY
SIMPLY BETTER ST ÉMILION TOUR BAYARD
Perfect served with:
Perfect served with:
Perfect served with:
From the Atlantic kissed northwestern shores of the Spanish region of Rias Baixas, Albariño is simply made for seafood. Crisp, clean, and decidedly quaffable, the fruity and lemon peel core leads into saline minerality which makes it heavenly with all types of seafood.
A Beaujolais Cru is an excellent choice to adorn your Christmas table alongside turkey with all the trimmings. This organic Brouilly is a firm favourite with sumptuous red berry fruit, vibrant acidity and silky tannins which all combine to complement turkey meat.
This powerful claret comes with mounds of dark fruits from plums to fragrant blackcurrants alongside warming spice and a touch of cedar. A classic wine to pair with a classic roast beef, I simply cannot think of anything better.
SEAFOOD
NOW €13.59
TURKEY
NOW €15.99
was €19.99 | save €4
was €16.99 | save €3.40
SIMPLY BETTER CASISANO ROSSO DI MONTALCINO Perfect served with:
ANTIPASTI
Sangiovese is the quintessential rustic grape variety to pair with cured meats and this Rosso Di Montalcino is a stunningly elegant expression. Delicately balanced with vibrant acidity this is a superb wine for the price and is a marvellous match with all cured meats but especially fennel salami and hard cheeses like Parmesan.
NOW €16.79
SIP, SAVOR & CELEBRATE! The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Wine Pairings for you to enjoy at home, or as the perfect gift. The perfect parings as recommended by wine expert, Cathal McBride from Food & Wine Magazine.
Cathal McBride
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NOW €15.99
was €19.99 | save €4
SIMPLY BETTER FERDINAND BONNET GRANDE RÉSERVE CHAMPAGNE Perfect served as:
AN APERITIF Nothing quite sings celebration as much as Champagne and this Christmas, Simply Better’s Ferdinand Bonnet Champagne is a faultless sparkling to welcome your guests with an aperitif. Persistent bubbles appear in this chardonnay and pinot noir blend, with delightful pastry aromas, red apple and bright citrus.
NOW €43.99
was €54.99 | save €11
SIMPLY BETTER CHIANTI CLASSICO
SIMPLY BETTER PETER & PETER RIESLING
SIMPLY BETTER TYRELL'S SEMILLON
Perfect served with:
Perfect served with:
Perfect served with:
From the heart of Tuscany, there is no better red than Chianti to represent rustic comfort. Red cherries lead the charge on the aromatics, supported by crushed raspberry and complex sweet spice. The underlying acidity makes it a sublime food pairing. Serve with bruschetta, cured meats and olives.
From the Mosel Valley in Germany, this exciting Riesling is a superb option to match the flavours of a succulent Christmas ham. Deeply aromatic with stone fruit and evocative orchard notes it continues on the palate with a delicate honey sweetness offset by crisp apple freshness.
Orchard notes present to the fore on the palate in a dry and fresh expression where vibrant citrus cleanses.
NOW €13.99
NOW €12.79
CANAPÉS
was €17.49 | save €3.50
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BEEF
HAM
was €15.99 | save €3.20
CHEESE
It is ideal with nutty Alpine cheeses like Gruyère and Comté or a Jersey Milk Gouda.
NOW €15.99
was €19.99 | save €4
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THE PERFECT CANAPÉS, MADE EASY
Black P udding & Apple Croûtes
Impress your guests with these no-fuss canapé ideas!
Ardsallagh Goat’s Cheese, Cranberry & Beetroot
P rosciutto & Apple Crackers Gherkin & Cheddar Toasts
Smoked Salmon B ites
BLACK PUDDING & APPLE CROÛTES Simply Better Ingredient Checklist: ❑ Rustic wheaten bread (cut into squares) ❑ Sticky fig relish ❑ Handmade black pudding ❑ Bramley apple sauce
CHICKEN LIVER PÂTÉ & RED ONION RELISH CRACKERS
SMOKED SALMON BITES
Simply Better Ingredient Checklist:
❑ Rustic wheaten bread (cut into squares) ❑ Smoked trout pâté
❑ Fig, date & sultana crackers ❑ Chicken liver pâté ❑ Red onion relish
Simply Better Ingredient Checklist:
❑ Smoked salmon strips ❑ Fresh tartar sauce ❑ Fresh dill sprigs
Chicken Liver Pâté & Red Onion Relish Crackers
ARDSALLAGH GOAT'S CHEESE WITH CRANBERRY & BEETROOT
PROSCIUTTO WITH APPLE REMOULADE ON CRACKERS
GHERKIN & CHEDDAR TOASTS
Simply Better Ingredient Checklist:
Simply Better Ingredient Checklist:
❑ Poppy & roasted sesame crackers ❑ Ardsallagh goat's cheese with cranberry
❑ Multiseed rye crackers ❑ Red Prince apple
❑ Sliced wholemeal bread (cut into fluted circles) ❑ Gherkin & mustard relish
❑ Spiced beetroot relish
❑ Buttermilk ranch dip ❑ Wholegrain mustard ❑ Italian prosciutto
Simply Better Ingredient Checklist:
❑ Mature Drinagh Cheddar, grated ❑ Fresh chives
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SUMPTUOUS SIDES With their vibrant colours and fresh flavours, complete the festive feast, bringing balance and wholesome goodness to your meal.
REC IPE
Roasted Baby Carrot Tarte Tatin Ingredients (Serves 8)
Method
- Plain Flour, for dusting
1. Place a large piece of parchment paper on the work surface and lightly dust with flour. Using a rolling pin, roll out the pastry to a 25cm circle, using a 9” round tin as a guide and allowing an extra 2cm border. Trim off any excess and place on a baking tray in the fridge for 30 minutes to rest.
- 1 packet Simply Better Frozen All Butter Puff Pastry, thawed and fridge cold - 2 packets Simply Better Baby Carrots - 5 Banana Shallots, halved and peeled - 50g Butter - 2 Tbsp Simply Better Organic Grade A Canadian Maple Syrup - 1 Tbsp Simply Better Organic Spicy Pepper & Herb Seasoning
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2. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6). Trim the carrots and place in a saucepan of boiling water. Simmer for 5 minutes, then drain. 3. Melt the butter in the tin directly on the hob over a medium heat with the maple syrup. Add the shallots and parboiled baby carrots. Allow to colour for a minute or two, then remove from the heat. Sprinkle in the seasoning and toss until evenly coated, then arrange the vegetables, with the cut sides of the shallots facing down. 4. Lay the rested pastry on top of the vegetables and tuck in the edges like a blanket. Put in the middle of the oven and bake for 30 minutes until puffed up and golden. Rest for 5 minutes, then flip on to a plate. Cut into slices and serve hot or warm.
Simply Better Ready to Roll Puff Pastry
400g | €5.50 (€13.75 Per Kg)
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1 Find your favourites. Try one of our classics.
Simply Better Irish Garlic Potato Gratin with Drinagh Vintage Cheddar Sauce
Simply Better Sicilian Lemon Steamed Greens
260g | €4.25 (€16.35 Per Kg)
Simply Better Harissa Glazed Carrots & Parsnips
NEW Simply Better Garlic & Chilli Potatoes
NEW Simply Better Steamed Red Cabbage
NEW Simply Better Brussels Sprout Gratin
450g | €4.25 (€9.44 Per Kg)
390g | €4.25 (€10.90 Per Kg)
2 Try something new Or two, or three.
400g | €4.25 (€10.63 Per Kg)
320g | €4.25 (€13.28 Per Kg)
420g | €5.99 (€14.26 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Cranberry, Apricot & Clementine Stuffing
Simply Better Handmade Wild Sage & Red Onion Stuffing
225g | €2.99 (€13.29 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Wild Garlic & Herb Ciabatta Stuffing
Simply Better Irish Made Poultry Gravy
Simply Better Cranberry Sauce
Simply Better Irish Made Beef Gravy
3 Add stuffing. In three delicious flavours.
225g | €2.99 (€13.29 Per Kg)
225g | €2.99 (€13.29 Per Kg)
4 Don’t forget! Gravy & sauces.
250g | €2.69 (€10.76 Per Kg)
200g | €2.50 (€12.50 Per Kg)
250g | €2.69 (€10.76 Per Kg)
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BRONZE TURKEY FROM HOGAN'S FARM Our Heritage Bronze Whole Free Range Turkeys are slowly reared in Kells, Co. Meath. Heritage bronze turkeys are renowned for their distinctive flavour and succulent texture. The perfect centrepiece for your festive feast. Fresh Bronze Turkeys available in store from 19.12.2023.
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REC IPE
Roast Turkey with Lemon & Sage Ingredients (Serves 6-8) - 5Kg Simply Better Heritage Bronze Free Range Fresh Irish Reared Turkey
- 2 x 20g packets Fresh Sage
- 2 tsp Simply Better Clogherhead Oriel Sea Salt
- 6 tbsp Simply Better Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 Lemons, plus extra to garnish
- 400ml Simply Better Albariño Nai E Señora
- 1 tub Simply Better Irish Made Poultry Gravy
COOK with Neven Maguire Carving Knife Set
€20
Method 1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F/Gas Mark 5). Season the turkey inside and out with salt, then sit on the trivet of the roasting tin. Pare the rind from the lemons, cut them in half and put both in the cavity with the sage, reserving a handful of leaves. Tie (Truss) the legs, if liked. 2. Pour the wine into the base of the tin and rub the turkey all over with the oil, then cover everything tightly with a single layer of tin foil. Calculate the cooking time according to packet instructions and roast until cooked through with no pink meat and the juices run clear. Or if you have a meat thermometer insert it into the thickest part of the leg it should read 75°F.
COOK with Neven Maguire V Rack Roaster
€20
3. Turn the heat up to 220°C (450°F/Gas Mark 7). Pick the reserved sage leaves and mix in a small bowl with the remaining oil. Remove the turkey from the oven and pour over the sage mixture and roast for a final 10 minutes until crisp and golden brown. Cover with two clean tea towels and leave to rest for at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour. 4. Char some extra lemons in a hot frying pan with a splash of oil to garnish and transfer to a warm platter. 5. Remove any excess fat from the cooking juices left in the tin with kitchen paper and then place directly on the hob and whisk in the gravy. Heat for 2-3 minutes until bubbling and thickened. 6. To carve, remove the legs and wings, dividing the legs into drumsticks and thighs, then cut off each whole breast. Cut into slices and arrange on a large platter.
COOK with Neven Maguire Baster Set
€20
SIMPLY BETTER TURKEY MADE EASY Weight (Kg) Weight (lbs)
Serves
Cooks in
4Kg
8.82lbs.
4-6
3hrs. 40mins.
5Kg
11.02lbs.
7-10
4hrs.
6Kg
13.23lbs.
7-10
4hrs. 20mins.
7Kg
15.43lbs.
11-15
4hrs. 40mins.
COOK with Neven Maguire Meat Thermometer
€10
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Simply Better Heritage Bronze Fresh Irish Reared Turkey Crown
1.9Kg | €36.99 Serves 6-8 (€19.47 Per Kg) 2.3Kg | €44.99 Serves 8-10 (€19.56 Per Kg) 2.7Kg | €52.99 Serves 10-12 (€19.63 Per Kg)
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HERITAGE AT HOME Hogan's Farm was founded in 1962 by Martin & Teresa Hogan and the farm is now run by their sons, Fintan and Paul. Each and every one of our turkey joints and crowns are hand prepared by their expert team of butchers.
MAKE YOUR CHRISTMAS SIMPLY BETTER
Simply Better Heritage Bronze Fresh Irish Reared Turkey Breast with Cranberry, Apricot & Clementine Stuffing
NEW Simply Better Heritage Bronze Butter Basted Fresh Irish Turkey Breast Joint with Sage & Onion Stuffing
Simply Better Heritage Bronze Butter Basted Fresh Irish Reared Turkey Breast Joint
Simply Better Heritage Bronze Boned & Rolled Fresh Irish Reared Turkey Joint
1.2Kg | €27.99 | Serves 6-8 (€23.33 Per Kg)
2Kg | €34.99 | Serves 8-10 (€17.50 Per Kg)
2Kg | €44.99 | Serves 8-10 (€22.50 Per Kg)
680g | €14.99 | Serves 3-4 (€22.04 Per Kg)
Fresh Heritage Bronze Turkey Crowns and Joints available in store from 19.12.2023.
1.2Kg | €28.99 | Serves 6-8 (€24.16 Per Kg)
1.2Kg | €21.99 | Serves 4-6 (€18.33 Per Kg)
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SLOW COOKED IRISH HAM Scored by hand and smothered with a delicious blossom honey and clove glaze, these hams are the perfect addition to your Christmas dinner.
Simply Better Slow Cooked Honey & Clove Baked Irish Ham
4Kg | €45
(€11.25 Per Kg)
Perfect with...
Simply Better Cumberland Sauce and Wholegrain Mustard
195g - 240g | €2
(€8.33 - €10.26 Per Kg)
Meet the
MAKERS
O’BRIEN FINE FOODS We have worked with the O’Brien family for over ten years to source our Simply Better Slow Cooked Hams. They source the pork for our hams from farms in Munster and then slowly cure the ham for 3 days in a unique brine using Clogherhead Oriel Sea Salt.
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Simply Better Slow Cooked Honey & Clove Baked Irish Ham
2Kg | €28 (€14 Per Kg)
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AWARD WINNING IRISH HAM
Meet the
MAKERS
From Waldron Family Meats in Co. Roscommon.
WALDRON FAMILY MEATS We are delighted to work with the Waldron Family to source our award winning Hand Cut Unsmoked Irish Ham. The Guild of Fine Food awarded our ham three stars at the 2022 Great Taste Awards and described the ham as:
“A beautiful example of ham that showcases the superior quality of the meat. Sweet, yet subtle, we loved the high seasoning on the product. We found this to be addictive; going back for more, and praising the tenderness of the meat which still retained a great texture. Exquisite.” Simply Better Hand Cut Unsmoked Irish Ham
Delicious with...
1.5Kg | €13.99 | Serves 6-8 (€9.33 Per Kg)
250g | €2.99
1Kg | €10.99 | Serves 4-6
2Kg | €16.99 | Serves 8-10 (€8.50 Per Kg)
Simply Better Orange & Honey Ham Glaze (€11.96 Per Kg)
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REC IPE
REC IPE
Boulangère Potatoes
Sausage, Wild Sage & Red Onion Stuffing Roll
Ingredients (Serves 6-8) - 4 White or Brown Onions, thinly sliced - 1 tsp Fresh Thyme Leaves - 2 tbsp Simply Better Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus extra for greasing
Method
- 1 tsp Simply Better Clogherhead Oriel Sea Salt - ½ tsp Ground White Pepper - 2kg Potatoes such as Rooster or Maris Piper - 1 pouch Simply Better Irish Made Free Range Chicken Stock - 25g Butter
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6). Fry the onion and thyme leaves over a medium to high heat in the oil for 10-15 minutes until softened and lightly coloured. Season with a little salt and pepper. 2. Peel the potatoes and thinly slice by hand or with a food processor or use a mandolin. Spread a layer of the potatoes in a 9” square tin and season lightly. Sprinkle over a layer of the onions and continue layering, finishing with a layer of potatoes. Pour over the stock and dot with the butter, then bake for 1 hour until the potatoes are tender and the top is crisp and golden. Cut into slices to serve.
Neven’s Top Tip: This can be made in advance and left to cool completely. Cover with clingfilm and chill for at least 6 hours or overnight is best and it can be made up to two days before you plan to use it. When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F/Gas Mark 3). Cut into portions and arrange on a non-stick baking tray. Bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through. 24
Ingredients (Serves 6-8) - 1 packet Simply Better Irish Pork Sausage Meat - 1 packet Simply Better Handmade Wild Sage & Red Onion Ciabatta Stuffing - 1 packet Simply Better Dry Cured Unsmoked Irish Bacon Lardons
Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6). Mix the sausage meat, stuffing and bacon in a bowl and then shape into a large roll. Wrap in a layer of parchment paper and tin foil, twisting the ends very securely to seal. Cook, seam side up for 45 minutes until cooked through. Unwrap just before cutting into slices to serve.
Neven’s Top Tip: This clever stuffing roll not only tastes delicious, but its practical shape also means it takes up very little space in the oven as it can be slid in alongside the turkey in the roasting tin.
Simply Better Irish Pork Sausage Meat
454g | €2.99 (€6.59 Per Kg)
Simply Better Dry Cured Unsmoked Irish Bacon Lardons
130g | €1.99 (€15.31 Per Kg)
COOK | WITH NEVEN MAGUIRE
REC IPE
Maple & Mustard Glazed Irish Ham Ingredients (Serves 8-10)
Method
- 2kg Simply Better West Cork Unsmoked Gammon Joint
1. Rinse the gammon with fresh water and put in a pot of boiling water. Add the onion, celery, peppercorns and two of the star anise. Bring to a simmer over a low heat and cook for 1 ½ hours. Leave to cool in the liquid.
- 1 Onion, sliced - 2 Celery Sticks, roughly chopped - 1 tbsp Black Peppercorns - 6 Star Anise - 3 tbsp Simply Better Irish Wholegrain Mustard - 6 tbsp Simply Better Organic Grade A Canadian Maple Syrup
2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4). Remove the gammon from the pot and place in a 9” round tin. Using a sharp knife, cut off the skin, leaving the fat on top and score diagonally into a diamond pattern. Pour around 500ml of the cooking liquid which will help to keep the joint moist. 3. Smear the mustard all over the fat of the ham and press in the remaining star anise. Mix four tablespoons the maple syrup with the organic glaze and spoon on top. Roast for 30 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the oven and drizzle over the remaining two tablespoons of the maple syrup. Leave to rest for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour, covered loosely with tin foil before slicing and serving.
- 2 tbsp Simply Better Italian Organic Glaze with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena 25
CHRISTMAS | 2023
IRISH ANGUS BEEF Tradition meets excellence this Christmas with the tender taste of our locally sourced Beef.
Simply Better 28 Day Matured Irish Angus Sirloin Roast €15.99 per Kg
Perfect with...
Simply Better Irish Made Beef Gravy
250g | €2.69 (€10.76 Per Kg)
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ELEVATE YOUR MAIN DISH Matured for 28 Days for maximum flavour, these roasts are sure to impress your guests this festive season. Simply Better 28 Day Matured Irish Angus Striploin Roast €22.99 per Kg
Simply Better 28 Day Matured Irish Angus Rib Eye Roast €28.99 per Kg
Simply Better 28 Day Matured Irish Angus Rib Roast on the Bone €19.99 per Kg 27
CHRISTMAS | 2023
Meet the
MAKERS
CARLETON CAKES Doreen and Wilfred Carleton have grown their business based on traditional values and home style recipes to create innovative and delicious bakery products. This Christmas we have added a delicious new selection of 8 hand decorated mini fruit cakes which are perfect for entertaining.
TREAT YOURSELF These cake slices are the perfect afternoon treat this Christmas. The rich fruit cake is made with juicy Californian raisins, Turkish sultanas, Vostizza currants and West Cork Irish whiskey. The rich moist fruit cake is then hand decorated with a mix of marzipan and fondant and topped with a selection of chocolate stars, pecans and almonds and pistachio and raspberry pieces.
NEW Simply Better 8 Hand Decorated Mini Fruit Cakes
485g | €7.99 (€16.47 Per Kg)
And for those who prefer something a little less traditional we have our range of Cake Slices including our award winning Irish Raspberry Bakewell Slices and Salted Caramel Slices.
Simply Better Bakewell Slices and Salted Caramel Slices
170g - 200g | €3.25 (€16.25 - €19.12 Per Kg)
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Simply Better Hand Iced Richly Fruited Christmas Cake Slices
350g | €4.99 (€14.26 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Chocolate & Cranberry Florentine Slices
170g | €4.99 (€29.35 Per Kg)
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Meet the
MAKERS
O’HARA FAMILY OF FOXFORD We are delighted to work with the O’Hara family of Foxford to source our Simply Better Christmas Cakes. Established in 1951 by Michael and Maureen O’Hara, the business is still owned and run by the O’Hara family and continues to grow based on their ethos: ‘Care in the making, Care in the baking’. Our Christmas cakes are made using only the finest ingredients including juicy Californian raisins and Turkish sultanas, Irish butter and premium West Cork Irish Whiskey.
Perfect with... Simply Better Traditional Hand Iced Christmas Cake Bar
NEW Simply Better Handmade Jewelled Cake
Simply Better Hand Decorated Christmas Cake
(€12.98 Per Kg)
(€18.56 Per Kg)
(€16.66 Per Kg)
500g | €6.49
700g | €12.99
1.2kg | €19.99
Simply Better Traditional Hand Decorated Christmas Cake
500g | €9.99
Simply Better Single Estate Peruvian Coffee
200g | €5 (€25 Per Kg)
(€19.98 Per Kg)
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MAKERS
TIMELESS TRADITION Indulge in the Magic of Christmas with our Award Winning Handmade Mince Pies brought to you by Foods of Athenry in Co. Galway.
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FOODS OF ATHENRY We travelled to Co. Galway to meet Siobhan Lawless and the team from Foods of Athenry to create our Award Winning Handmade Mince Pies.
“There is a very homemade feel to these mince pies, each star is hand placed and hand drizzled with snowy icing sugar. If we made somebody happy last year with these mince pies I hope we can make them happy again this year” -Siobhan Lawless
Delicious with... Simply Better Brandy Butter
160g | €2.99 (€18.69 Per Kg)
Simply Better Award Winning Handmade All Butter Mince Pies
Simply Better Handmade All Butter Chocolate & Cranberry Mince Pies
Simply Better Handmade Gluten Free All Butter Mince Pies
6 Pack | €4.99
6 Pack | €4.99
4 Pack | €4.99
(83c Per Pie)
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(83c Per Pie)
(€1.25 Per Pie)
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FLAVOUR OF ITALY
Muzzi Mini Panettone Classico
Muzzi Pandoro Classico
(€29.90 Per Kg)
(€25.32 Per Kg)
100g | €2.99
750g | €18.99
Muzzi Panettone Classico
750g | €16.99 (€22.65 Per Kg)
Muzzi Panettone Chocolate & Cocoa Beans
900g | €21.99
Muzzi Rum Panettone Limited Edition
1Kg | €29.99
(€24.43 Per Kg)
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CHRISTMAS PUDDING DELIGHTS Tradition in every delicious bite with our wide selection of Christmas puddings, guaranteed to captivate your guests.
Simply Better 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding
454g | €14.99 (€33.02 Per Kg)
Simply Better Slow Steamed Traditional Christmas Pudding
454g | €8.49 (€18.70 Per Kg)
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Simply Better Irish Whiskey Christmas Pudding
454g | €14.99 (€33.02 Per Kg)
Simply Better Limited Edition Hennessy® Cognac Christmas Pudding
454g | €14.99 (€33.02 Per Kg)
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Proudly Presenting...
NEVEN MAGUIRE’S
CHRISTMAS PUDDING A traditional family recipe for over 35 years. This Christmas Pudding recipe is one of my most prized ones because it was passed down to me by my Auntie Maureen. Made with plump raisins and sultanas along with a blend of spices, Irish stout and rum this pudding has the perfect balance of flavours and textures and is a real of taste of Christmas. I have entrusted the fantastic team from McCloskey’s Bakery in Co. Louth with the recipe and worked with them to ensure each pudding is made to the same standard as my Auntie Maureen’s homemade pudding. I really hope you enjoy it with your friends and family.
Simply Better Neven Maguire’s Christmas Pudding
907g | €12.99 (€14.32 Per Kg)
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MAKERS
WHAT’S FOR PUDDING We are delighted to work with the Flaherty Family from Kilmessan in Co. Meath to source our range of Handmade Puddings.
“We are very proud to produce puddings for the Simply Better Collection in Dunnes Stores. We make about 54-60 puddings at a time, it’s a small number but we find it allows us to give plenty of attention to the whole process. We use great quality ingredients including Irish butter and Irish free range eggs. I’ve always believed you will get out of your baking what you put in.”
Simply Better Handmade Sticky Toffee Crown
950g | €15 (€15.79 Per Kg) Available in store from 07.12.2023.
-Catriona Flaherty
Delicious with... Simply Better Single Source Irish Jersey Cream
Simply Better Handmade Mini Pudding Selection 6pk
(€9.96 Per Litre)
Available in store from 07.12.2023.
250ml | €2.49
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780g | €12 (€15.39 Per Kg)
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NEW Simply Better Handmade Baked Madagascan Vanilla Cheesecake with Belgian Chocolate Sauce and White Chocolate Curls
945g | €18 (€19.05 Per Kg)
Available in store from 18.12.2023.
A LITTLE SOMETHING SWEET Made using a traditional recipe and the finest ingredients; slowly cooked raspberry compote, handmade sponge, Harvey’s® Bristol Cream® sherry jelly, Madagascan vanilla flavoured custard and decorated with Irish whipped cream and amaretti biscuit crumbs. Simply Better Handmade Raspberry Sherry Trifle
750g | €7.99 (€10.65 Per Kg) Available in store from 22.12.2023.
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GIVE THE GIFT OF CHOCOLATE! Yule Log meets Chocolate Log: A delicious twist on a Classic Christmas Dessert.
Simply Better Handmade Chocolate, Raspberry & Caramel Yule Log
800g | €22 (€27.50 Per Kg) Available in store from 22.12.2023.
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LE PATISSIER
Simply Better Handmade Passion Fruit & Mango Mousse
640g | €12 (€18.75 Per Kg) Available in store from 22.12.2023.
We are delighted to work with Robert Bullock and the team from Le Patissier in Co. Dublin to source our range of handmade desserts. Our Award Winning Handmade Chocolate, Raspberry & Caramel Yule Log will be back again this Christmas along with our Passion Fruit & Mango Mousse and our new Irish Strawberry & White Chocolate Panna Cotta made with strawberries grown and hand picked on Pat Clarke’s farm in Stamullen, Co. Meath.
Perfect with... Simply Better Torre Oria Cava Brut Reserva 750ml
NOW €12.79 was €15.99 save €3.20
NEW Simply Better Handmade Irish Strawberry & White Chocolate Panna Cotta
640g | €12 (€18.75 Per Kg)
Simply Better Sachetto Prosecco D.O.C Extra Dry 750ml
NOW €15.99 was €19.99 save €4
Available in store from 22.12.2023.
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FROZEN FESTIVITIES The perfect pairings to make your Christmas season even more magical.
Simply Better Irish Made Ice Cream
550ml | €5.99 (€10.89 Per Litre)
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Simply Better Italian Made Sorbet
500ml | €3.69 (€7.38 Per Litre)
Simply Better Italian Made Gelato
350g | €4.50 - €5.50 (€12.86-€15.71 Per Litre)
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Simply Better All Butter Sicilian Lemon Tart
480g | €7.99 (€16.65 Per Kg)
Available from the freezer.
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Simply Better All Butter Chocolate Ganache Tart
480g | €7.99 (€16.65 Per Kg)
Available from the freezer.
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INDULGENT GLUTEN-FREE DESSERTS Treat yourself this festive season with our delectable Gluten-Free Cakes, made by our award winning West Cork based producer, Wildberry Bakery.
NEW Simply Better Handmade
Apple & Blackberry Crumble 400g | €6 (€15 Per Kg)
Simply Better Handmade Carrot & Walnut Cake 300g | €6 (€20 Per Kg)
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Simply Better Handmade Double Chocolate Brownie 300g | €6 (€20 Per Kg)
Simply Better
Title Handmade Bramley
Apple| €14.99 Crumble 680g 400g | €6 (€15 Per Kg)
COOK | WITH NEVEN MAGUIRE
REC IPE
Neven’s Belgian Chocolate Trifle Ingredients (Serves 10-12)
Method
- 2 cartons Simply Better Coole Swan Fresh Custard
1. Using a spatula, put the cartons of custard into a large bowl and whisk in the chocolate sauce until smooth.
- 1 carton Simply Better Handmade Belgian Chocolate Sauce - 2 packets Simply Better Handmade Belgian Chocolate Brownies - 4 tbsp freshly brewed Simply Better Single Estate Brazilian Coffee, cooled - 1 packet Simply Better Salted Caramel Sablé Biscuits - 2 cartons Simply Better Single Source Jersey Cream - 1 packet Simply Better Handmade Belgian Milk Chocolate Buttons - 100g Simply Better Single Origin Colombian Dark Chocolate - 50g bar Simply Better Handmade Honeycomb Belgian Milk Chocolate, finely chopped
2. Cut the brownies in half and place in the bottom of a trifle bowl. Drizzle over the coffee. Roughly crush up the salted caramel sablé biscuits and sprinkle over the brownies. Spoon the chocolate custard all over the top, then cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight is best. 3. Whisk the cream until peaks form and dollop on top. Decorate with the milk chocolate buttons and the chopped honeycomb chocolate. Serve straight to the table in all its glory!
Neven’s Top Tip: A decadent chocolate version of a traditional trifle, and so easy to make. If you prefer you could make individual ones in pretty cocktail glasses. 41
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Meet the
MAKERS Simply Better Salted Caramel Truffles
Simply Better Orange, Cranberry and Hazelnut Clusters
Simply Better Honeycomb Crisp Clusters
Simply Better Mint Crisp Clusters
140g | €8.49 (€60.64 Per Kg)
100g | €7.49 (€74.90 per Kg)
BON CHOCOLATIERS We are delighted to work with Georgia Quealy and Daniel Linehan of Bon Chocolatiers, based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, to produce our range of Simply Better handmade chocolate pouches. Georgia and Daniel have combined their passion for chocolate with their expert training to create this range. Each chocolate is individually handmade in small batches so no two are ever exactly the same but always equally delicious.
100g | €7.49 (€74.90 per Kg)
Simply Better Orange Crisp Shards
100g | €8.49 (€84.90 Per Kg)
100g | €7.49 (€74.90 per Kg)
Simply Better Pistachio & Raspberry Shards
100g | €8.49 (€84.90 Per Kg)
PERFECT FOR GIFTING Indulgent milk and dark chocolate truffles and caramels individually created to give a delicious contrast of textures and flavours. Our Chocolate Collection is made with sustainably sourced cocoa from Africa.
Simply Better Indulgent Chocolate Collection
8 Pack | 130g | €6.50 (€50 per Kg)
14 Pack | 228g | €11 (€48.25 per Kg)
20 Pack | 325g | €15 (€46.15 per Kg) 42
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‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIFTING! Why not treat your loved one to a Simply Better Hamper, the perfect gift for any taste or budget.
Simply Better Gifting Hamper
€50
Simply Better Celebration Hamper
€100
Simply Better Collection Hamper
€75
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MEET THE MAKERS We work in partnership with over 70 Irish Food & Drink Producers to source products for our Award Winning Simply Better Collection. From delicious all butter mince pies to bronze turkey crowns, we have collaborated with our producers to bring you the very best quality Irish food to make your Christmas Simply Better.
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