Apart from benefits that have just been mentioned it has to be said that simply drinking coffee as a beverage is a delight that cannot easily be surpassed. The amazing thing is that average person has no idea of varied tastes that this hallowed bean has to offer. One of growing trends of recent years has to be rising popularity of ordering coffee via wonder we call internet. Never before have we been able to sample such a wide variety of tastes, blends and aromas without having to endure tedious trials of hiking around city. I myself tend to place small orders but I always make a point to record name, blend and of course exactly from whom I purchased.

Now you know story of magic beans I hope that next timeyou are considering popping into local coffee shop you recall story of wandering sheep herder and consider just what you might be drinking were he not to have wandered with his flock onto that lonely hillside. Take time to try many different varieties available and I promise you joys of coffee will be sure to tantalize your senses,tease your tastebuds and delight your friends and associates.

Cappuccino or mocha?

According to Irish mythology (of which there is no end) only one creature was wiser than man. This was fabled "Salmon of Knowledge" which had fed upon acorns of Tree of Knowledge. It was said that whoever tasted of salmon would inherit its wisdom and foresight.

Salmon Sensations!

An old man had devoted his life to capturing prized fish. Having finally achieved his goal, he entrusted preparation and cooking to his young apprentice, with a warning that he must not taste its flesh. But, while cooking salmon it got very hot and blistery. The boy touched those blisters and burnt his finger. To relieve pain, he placed his finger in his mouth thus becoming first to taste fish and to benefit from its magical powers.

The boy was Fionn MacCool, who later became great warrior prince of ancient Ireland. Fionn devoted his life to spreading of wisdom.

The Curtin’s carefully source local raw materials for Burren smoked salmon, trout, mackerel, eel, and cheese with control quality standards and regular testing from independent laboratories and inspections by certification organizations.

In store and online, they sell high quality locally produced crafts including leatherwork, knitwear, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, CDs, and books of local interest. There is also a full gourmet selection of locally produced fine foods, including Burren’s own specialties. Select from cheeses, jams, chocolates, and a fine selection of wines to remind you of your visit to Clare. I carried home a huge slab of smoked salmon and shared it with my neighbors and friends much to everyone’s delight.

After checking out samples we walked perhaps 200 feet to Curtin’s Roadside Tavern for a little “shake off chill” libation and to mix with locals.

Burren Smokehouse ships within Ireland and to countries all over world with Japan as one of their biggest markets.

The Burren Smokehouse Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare, Ireland Tel: +353 (0) 65 7074432 www.burrensmokehouse.ie

When you’re home try this simple but tasty recipe for using your Burren’s Smoked salmon:

Drimcong House Restaurant Moycullen, Co. Galway

Warm Smoked Salmon Salad:

8 slices smoked salmon Mixed lettuce leaves, shredded

For dressing: 50g (2 oz) fresh spinach leaves 100ml (4 oz) sunflower oil 1½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar ½ tsp. fresh lemon juice Salt and black pepper

Warm Smoked Salmon Salad. Directions –

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By Mary Gallagpher – Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com