Forgotten Skills of Cooking

Darina Allen is an Irish chef, food writer, and television personality known for her work in promoting Irish cuisine. She is the founder of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, Ireland, where she teaches traditional cooking techniques and advocates for using local, seasonal ingredients. Allen has written several cookbooks, including "Irish Traditional Cooking" and "Forgotten Skills of Cooking," which emphasize the importance of sustainable and ethical food practices. Her most famous work, "The Complete Book of Irish Country Cooking," has been acclaimed for its authentic and delicious recipes that showcase the rich culinary heritage of Ireland. Allen's contributions to literature have helped shape the landscape of modern Irish cooking and have inspired home cooks and professional chefs alike to embrace traditional Irish dishes and cooking methods.