Garden Cafe

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We offer a welcome space where people can relax and socialise whilst providing wholesome local food with a varied menu accommodating a range of dietary needs including some vegan and gluten free dishes, we prefer to use vegetables from our kitchen garden.

29/05/2026

Emelda Marcos has had a clear out..... only joking

Put a bit of warmth in your bones with our tasty Leek and Potato soup. Hhmmmm...... Delicious!! ❤Did you know you can ca...
29/05/2026

Put a bit of warmth in your bones with our tasty Leek and Potato soup. Hhmmmm...... Delicious!! ❤
Did you know you can call ahead and have lunch saved for you? To eat in our take-out 🙂

What are anthocyanins and why are purple foods so healthy?Why are fruit and vegetables different colours? All brightly c...
29/05/2026

What are anthocyanins and why are purple foods so healthy?
Why are fruit and vegetables different colours? All brightly coloured fruit and vegetables contain colour pigments that give them their vibrant colours and act as a defence mechanism, protecting the plant from stressors like UV damage and pathogens.

What are anthocyanins?
Many purple-coloured foods contain colour pigments called anthocyanins. These plant pigments are water-soluble and have protective antioxidant properties for for the plant and us, when we include them in our diet. Anthocyanins are found in many deep red, purple and blue fruit and vegetables.

Why are anthocyanins good for us?
While research into the value of anthocyanins continues, studies to date demonstrate their benefits in the prevention of diseases associated with cell and tissue damage caused by a process called oxidation – this includes cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative conditions. The human body absorbs anthocyanins along the gastrointestinal tract, especially in the large intestine, where they interact with the gut bugs that live there. By doing so, they help support gut health and are themselves transformed into compounds that have many health benefits, including helping prevent age-related bone loss and cancer.

Previous research has linked anthocyanins to improved longevity and a reduction in other age-related conditions such as dementia and vision loss.

Which foods contain anthocyanins?
Anthocyanins are found in high concentrations in fruits like berries, currants and grapes, as well as aubergines (in the skin of the purple varieties) and cherries. Here are some other popular anthocyanin-rich foods:
Blackberries
Pomegranate
Red Cabbage
Purple sweet potato

Some scientists believe this longevity may be down to the large quantities of purple sweet potato eaten by the Okinawan people.

Yummy Cheese Balls and Salad Today.All the best prices in East Clare Community Co-op Scariff
28/05/2026

Yummy Cheese Balls and Salad Today.

All the best prices in East Clare Community Co-op Scariff

Tomato & mascarpone risotto2 tbsp olive oil1 onion very finely chopped1 large garlic clove crushed175g risotto rice400g ...
28/05/2026

Tomato & mascarpone risotto
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion very finely chopped
1 large garlic clove crushed
175g risotto rice
400g can cherry tomatoes
600ml hot vegetable stock
30g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, grated
30g mascarpone or cream cheese
½ small bunch of basil chopped

step 1
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan. Add the onion along with a pinch of salt, and fry for 10 mins or until beginning to soften and turn translucent, then add the garlic and fry for 1 min. Stir in the rice and cook for 2 mins.
step 2
Tip in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Add half the stock, cooking and stirring until absorbed. Add the remaining stock, a ladleful at a time, and cook until the rice is al dente, stirring constantly for around 20 mins.
step 3
Stir through the parmesan, mascarpone or cream cheese, and basil, then season to taste. Spoon into bowls to serve.

We are the only Vegetarian Cafe in town... with most excellent garden seating available at no extra cost :) Call in for ...
27/05/2026

We are the only Vegetarian Cafe in town... with most excellent garden seating available at no extra cost :) Call in for a cuppa, if you volunteer today at the Bear making workshop from 11 - 12.30pm you'll receive and free coffee and sweet treat.

Bean & halloumi stew3 tbsp olive oil1 onion thinly sliced1 red pepper thinly sliced2 garlic cloves crushed3 tbsp red chi...
27/05/2026

Bean & halloumi stew
3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion thinly sliced
1 red pepper thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves crushed
3 tbsp red chilli pesto sundried tomato pesto or vegan alternative
1 heaped tsp ground coriander
400g can mixed beans drained and rinsed
400g can chopped tomatoes
½ x 250g block halloumi sliced
½ small bunch of coriander finely chopped
garlic bread to serve (optional)

Method
step 1
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and pepper, along with a pinch of salt and fry for 10 mins or until softened. Add the garlic, pesto and ground coriander, and cook for 1 min. Tip in the beans and tomatoes along with ½ can of water, then bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10 mins.
step 2
Add the remaining oil to a separate frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the halloumi for 2 mins on each side or until golden brown.
step 3
Taste the beans for seasoning, then spoon into deep bowls. Top with the halloumi and scatter over the chopped coriander. Serve with garlic bread, if you like.

Be a part of something bigger, join us at the Co-op
26/05/2026

Be a part of something bigger, join us at the Co-op

Rice Pilau today at incredible value at €6.50 as always our homemade cakes and salads are made daily all at low prices b...
26/05/2026

Rice Pilau today at incredible value at €6.50 as always our homemade cakes and salads are made daily all at low prices but with high quality.

Address

Main Street
Scarriff
V94HPX9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9am - 3:30pm
Friday 9am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+353851352088

Website

https://www.facebook.com/eastclarecommunitycoop/, https://www.instagram.com/eastclarecommunit

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