In episode one of Food For Stories with Kasha Connolly, Kasha prepares a delicious Cacao Black Pudding Spread and transforms the leftovers into scrumptious Cacao Bean Black Pudding Sausage Rolls.
Starting by finely chopping shallots and frying them until they’re perfectly softened, then adding the black pudding, cacao nibs, and aromatic spices. The result is a rich and creamy spread that’s perfect for slathering on toasted bread or enjoying as a dip. But the fun doesn’t stop there! With the leftover spread, Kasha gets creative and rolls it into delectable sausage rolls, baking them to golden perfection – see the recipe here.
After cooking up a storm in the Wild Atlantic Way, Kasha Connolly heads to the Hazel Mountain Chocolate where she welcomes visitors and offers the guests the chance to try both her sausage rolls and a black pudding toasty with cheese, sparking conversations about food, memories, and the guests’ personal stories. As they sample the food, a couple, hailing from Dublin and Washington DC, share a bit about their lives, including one guest’s work in the military and another’s experience running restaurants. The conversation turns to love, food, and memories, with the couple recounting their wedding day dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Washington DC.
Next Kasha meets a group of family and friends from Maryland, and Idaho on their first-ever trip to Ireland! They’re celebrating a special occasion, a birthday and their father’s retirement. Sharing their love for Irish treats and experiences, hear how their mutual love for chocolate brought them to Ireland, and what iconic Irish dishes they cannot wait to try… like Fish and Chips and a traditional Irish Shepherd’s Pie.
Watch this heartwarming moment full of laughs, great food, and cultural exchange. Join Kasha and her guests as they enjoy traditional Irish hospitality, experience the warmth of Irish comfort food, and celebrate life’s special moments in an unforgettable setting.