Paul Flynn

Keep your baby vegetables and microleaves. Cabbage just makes me happy

Paul Flynn: This is my last week writing for The Irish Times, after three years and 450-plus recipes

Three fool proof ways to make gently spiced pilaf rice dishes

Paul Flynn: Rice is a blank canvas that graciously absorbs whatever is introduced to it, and that is its beauty

Coronation chicken rice with lime and coriander cream

Coronation chicken is full of gentle flavours that will warm up the coldest of nights

Paul Flynn: Piperade of leeks, mushrooms and Coolea cheese

This is an autumnal riff on the classic Basque piperade: the eggs and cheese meld together like a dream

Mature cheddar pots, malt vinegar raisins and toast

These decadent little pots are simple to make and perfect for a dinner party, just make sure you use a good, crumbly mature cheddar

Gnocchi, Vichy celery, black grapes, Crozier Blue and candied walnuts

I know not everyone is a lover of celery, but for those who are, this is a lovely sophisticated dish that makes a star out of the unloved vegetable

Cooking for yourself can be a pleasure. Here are three easy dinners for one

Paul Flynn: Cooking is soothing, eating it comforting and the aftermath is satisfying

Paul Flynn: Spice up your lunch, dinner or salad, and transform the bland into the beguiling

Paul Flynn: Be adventurous in your cooking and your taste buds will thank you for it

Three simple tried-and-tested autumn salads. The key is great ingredients

Paul Flynn: Simplicity is appropriate when the produce is really fresh and the dressing is muted

Bitter leaves, whipped goat’s cheese, Burren Balsamic vinegar

A little bit of quality goes a long way in this sophisticated salad

Courgette, spinach and brown bread ‘panzanella’

This is a jumble of deliciousness, and the mild chilli dressing gives courgettes an unexpected lift

Tear-and-share red pepper, red onion and feta scone

This large scone is delicious. You can play around with the fillings, but I like this combination

Pea and poached salmon salad

Simple and transportable — perfect for the most elegant picnic baskets

Favourite recipes for family holidays

Paul Flynn: Explore the local markets for ingredients to give your holiday dishes extra flavour

Chicken and fennel Lyonnaise, roasted garlic crème fraîche

I’ve used lamb with this before, but here I’m using crowd-pleasing chicken

Baked whole seabass on holiday ratatouille

I always change this ratatouille/ caponata hybrid depending on the location. The spices might give way for chorizo or nduja, the tone will always be determined by what’s local

Tomato tonnato

I don’t always make the tonnato sauce, but there is always a tomato salad in one form or another on our holiday table

Three light summer salads perfect for hot days

Paul Flynn: Chilled mackerel, mozzarella and fennel and a two bean salad with gazpacho dressing

Mozzerella with fennel, olives and raisins: The perfect summer starter

Sometimes dishes cross over and make it on to the menu — this lovely mozzarella and fennel dish has with simple aplomb

Crunchy two bean salad with gazpacho dressing

I’m using gazpacho as my inspiration for the dressing for this lovely salad that would be perfect for a barbeque

Chilled mackerel with new potatoes, peppers, harissa dressing

Mackerel is so under-rated. I’m slow cooking mine in flavoured olive oil then using the oil to make a unique sauce

Slow cooked pork with Yum Yum sauce

You can use shoulder or belly for this recipe - I used belly because I love the wobbly nature of it

Smoked trout tart, tzatziki and roe

This trout tart is a stunner and makes a lovely change from smoked salmon

Goat’s cheese, thyme and black grape tart

This tart is a little bit of a project, but it’s not difficult

Red pepper and nduja puffs

Perfect for when people are coming round or handy to make and put in the freezer

An enduring love affair with Italian food

These three pasta dishes are perfect for summer

Covid comfort food: What to eat if you're recovering and need a boost

Simple, tasty meals packed full of good things to bring comfort and warmth

Michelin star chef and culinary entrepreneur cook for Food Month

Guests enjoy six-course menus and meet the chefs, but it doesn’t end well for the pot washer

Six great Irish restaurants for winter 2021 for families

Our food experts Corinna Hardgrave, Lisa Cope and Ali Dunworth reveal their favourites

Party pieces: What chefs cook when they are entertaining a gang

Paul Flynn shares his favourite meatball recipe and Aoife Noonan makes a fruity iced dessert with boozy chocolate sauce

Tickets on sale today for Meet the Chef events during Food Month at The Irish Times

Our popular reader events and dinners have returned and run on select dates in November, bookings open now

Brian Howard not buying the narrative of Dublin in decline

‘The hunger is still there, there’s no question of the motivation going anywhere’

A drama in 10 acts: Remembering Dublin and Mayo’s greatest battle

The 2017 All-Ireland final had it all and, ultimately, ended in the same result

Parsons says GPA recognise need to reform football championship

New CEO says association favours a tiered system and has made its submission to GAA’s strategic review process

Parsons wants players to benefit from his experience

New GPA chief executive explains how players’ union helped his career

Waterford: An insider’s guide to food, drink, activities and walks

From seaside resorts to hiking trails to great food, the county is perfect for a staycation

‘Bookings are solid’: Hotels, bars and restaurants get set for reopening

Businesses prepare for the lifting of restrictions on outdoor dining, from June 7th

Kieran McGeeney and Armagh savouring return to top flight

Armagh boss has added Kerry legend Donaghy to the Orchard County’s coaching team

Feasts delivered, Tannery take-outs and hot sauces for warmer weather

Food File: Enterprising and tempting new food offerings from Kilkenny, Waterford and Dublin

Billy Morgan feels Cork didn’t make enough out of Sigerson winners

His UCC team produced the likes of Peter Crowley and Stephen O’Brien for Kerry

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