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To celebrate St Patrick's Day in style, we're delving into the largely undiscovered wonders of Irish cuisine. If your idea of Oirish grub is potato stew washed down with copious amounts of Guinness, we've plenty of delicacies that will change your mind pronto...though when it comes to traditional treats like melt-in-the-mouth soda bread, sometimes the finer things really are the simplest.

Here are a host of recipes for delicious snacks, tantalising vegetable starters, hearty mains and luxurious desserts made with a drop of the Irish, plus a guide to Irish bread and cheese. Take your pick, and bring a touch of the Emerald Isle to your table this St Paddy's Day.

Remember: Guinness and shamrock garnishes are optional; good craic is a must!  

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