The Fanciful Foodie

Join me on a flavorful adventure as I share my love for good food, simple recipes, and the art of foraging. I'll guide you through creating delicious dishes, as well as crafting natural salves and remedies. Discover how easy it is to enjoy wholesome food and embrace the beauty of nature in your daily life.

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Welcome, Welcome, Welcome

I'm excited to share my love of good food with you, and I firmly believe that anyone can cook—no matter how much they protest otherwise! Let me take you on a culinary journey, where I’ll show you just how easy it is to create delicious dishes that nourish both body and soul.

As a busy mum of four, living in the beautiful wilds of Donegal, Ireland, my life is a blend of family, animals, and the bounty of nature. Between the children, dog and chickens, life can get busy fast, so I know the value of quick, fuss-free cooking. I'm all about simple, preparative meals—small efforts today that make your future meals easier and more enjoyable.

But my journey doesn't end in the kitchen. I'm also passionate about foraging the Irish countryside for natural ingredients to craft homemade salves and remedies, bringing the healing power of nature into our home.

I hope these recipes, along with my tips on foraging and natural living, bring as much joy and well-being to your family as they do to mine.

With love from Donegal,

Fraoch xxx

Latest from the blog

Healing hand salve

I started making this salve during lockdown to help my youngest daughter

Cowboy Candy

It's that time of year when chilli enthusiasts wait with bated breath

Strawberry, Lemon Basil and Pink Peppercorn Cheesecake

This recipe has been in the works for the past couple of summers

How to make a Sourdough starter

I get asked all the time how to make with sourdough bread

Butterflied Venison Roast

My favourite way to cook this is over the campfire

Granola

Granola is something I kept putting off making

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