Category Archives: Food Recipes
Butlers chocolate factory experience đ«
We are all looking forward to our visit to Butlers Chocolate factory on Thursday (just in time for Christmas)đ«!đ«đ«
3rd year Christmas themed cookery class
Ladies, looking forward to getting a kick start on our cooking just in time before Christmas. Take a look at your recipe, method and duties. Copy all information into your recipe copy and let’s get into the mindset of the practical exam.
Muffin madness â„
Don’t forget to complete your homework under the recipe section ladies… http://homeeconomicsteacher.com/junior-cycle-home-economics/recipes/
Little did the first years know that they would be treated to a relaxing day at the spa today đ
© Looking forward to seeing the creative custom made labels on Friday. Click Skin care  to try make your very own products at home. Evaulation of the class The Appearance: “The exfoliator was a bland cream colour. The cleanser was an off white colour with a hint of green.The toner was a green colour. The face mask was also a … Continue reading
A classroom is a great big canvas throw paint on it!
A busy weekend, just the finishing touches to complete! Fantastic teamwork demonstrated by all involved especially our helpers Tara, Joe and Leah. https://twitter.com/tara_kdm/status/531461580010295296 Show learners that you value creativity, that you not only allow it but also actively engage in it #homeeconomics pic.twitter.com/bHnxVGJc4x — Ms Mills (@msmillshomeec) November 9, 2014
Wicked witches’ hats, creepy crawlies and spooky decorating <3
1st years make sure to have your step by step method completed in your recipe copy as well as your completed detailed evaluation (be honest and be a top food critic). Do not forget to copy your cookery terms into your copybook, you will be tested during a game of “heads up” in class! Well … Continue reading
TY tasty treats Tuesday with a twist! PĂșca, pĂșca is mise an pĂșca!
We had another busy morning in the Home Economics kitchen today. The transition years(TY) were busy baking and decorating cupcakes to sell at break time to help raise some ha’pennies for their interior design module. The ladies have completed their mood boards and are currently working on their 3D model to bring their inspirations to … Continue reading
A Sunday evening well spent supporting local country markets and craft fairs.
Today I visited Castletown country market and craft fair which takes place on the last Sunday of the month, between March and October from 10am to 6pm. If you have a love for food like myself, this market is a must see! The market supplies a wealth of local and artisan produce and a range … Continue reading
Granny’s Granola and Groovy smoothies
 On today’s break time menu were Granny’s ooh so good granola and groovy mixed fruit smoothies. All money raised is going towards the transition year interior design module here in St Dominic’s Secondary school. A selection of healthy snacks were prepared this week for our Healthy living themed week.Â
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