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A journal about life at Dunowen House, West Cork. Exploring, entertaining, cooking, eating, making the most of this idyllic life.

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Dunowen Passion Cake

Posted on Tuesday 18th April 2023 by Kela Hodgins

Like carrot cake but BETTER! Our Passion Cake includes carrots, bananas, chopped nuts & coconut sandwiched together with a delicious cream cheese frosting. YUM!

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Zesty Raspberry Buttermilk Cake

Posted on Monday 31st January 2022 by Kela Hodgins

This zesty cake is light and fresh, perfect for an afternoon treat. So quick to make and to eat!

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Bakewell Tart

Posted on Saturday 7th August 2021 by Kela Hodgins

Thanks to everyone who contacted me looking for this recipe for our Bakewell Tart. Hope you enjoy!

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Party Cake & Treats

Posted on Tuesday 27th July 2021 by Kela Hodgins

Our baby turned 13 and CakeMonday featured some very special requests. These treat are perfect for celebrations and treats, no matter what your age!

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Best Coffee Cake Ever

Posted on Monday 22nd February 2021 by Kela Hodgins

This recipe from our good friends in Ballymaloe is still hard to beat!

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Chocolate & Meringue Layer Cake

Posted on Monday 2nd November 2020 by Kela Hodgins

Soft chocolate sponge baked with a crispy meringue topping then layered up with cream & raspberries….yum!

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Dunowen Apple Cake

Posted on Monday 28th September 2020 by Kela Hodgins

If time is against you, then this super quick apple cake is perfect. Light & fluffy with a crunchy almond topping and soft sharp apples inside…..

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Toffee Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Posted on Monday 14th September 2020 by Kela Hodgins

A combination of our favourite ingredients make these muffins the perfect Autumn treat

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Bed & Bakes at Orchard Cottage

Posted on Sunday 13th September 2020 by Kela Hodgins

Forget about Bed & Breakfast, why not book a Bed & Bakes Stay?

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Ultimate Chocolate Cake

Posted on Monday 17th August 2020 by Kela Hodgins

For all you chocaholics….this one’s for you!!

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