Rory O’Connell, Ballymaloe Cookery School teacher and author of Master It (winner of the prestigious Andre Simon Food BookAward), is back with his second cookbook, which contains the recipes from his popular RTE TV show, How to Cook Well, and focuses on seasonal, balanced three-course meals for elegant eating and entertaining.

Recipes are divided by season and include Beetroot and Autumn Raspberries with Honey, Mint and Labna; Sashimi of Mackerel with Crisped Radishes and Scallions; Roast Hazelnut Panna Cotta with Chocolate and Caramel Sauce and Duck Leg Curry with Cider Vinegar.

Each perfectly balanced meal caters for 46 people, and one of the meals is entirely meat-free. In addition, every season includes a menu for entertaining a large group of people from a summer alfresco lunch to a Christmas feast. Complete meals can be replicated for elegant entertaining, or individual dishes can be tried for simple and pleasing lunches or dinners. An absolute delight of a cookbook offering a very modern way to eat.

Author: Rory O’Connell

Publisher: Gill Books, Publication Date September 2017

Format: Hardback, 288 pages