What a fantastic evening we had at our Rosie & Jim Christmas party! Saturday night was all about celebrating the festive season with a dazzling 'Joe Dolan' tribute theme.
Swipe through to relive some of the magical moments we shared. From the music to the laughter, it was a night filled with joy and great company. A huge thank you to everyone who made it such a memorable event!
Best of luck to Ava Corcoran from, Ballybrittas who is braving taking part in the Jump from the Sky, for AFI 2019 event on 15th June. Ava is doing the skydive on behalf of her cousin Maura to raise money for Ataxia Foundation Ireland. Maura was diagnosed with Friedreich's Ataxia when she was 12. Ava contacted us looking for support. Rosie replied to Ava...
"Myself and Jimmy are very happy to provide €500.00 toward your sky dive - well done, you are all very brave!! We are sorry Maura has been diagnosed with what I’m sure is a difficult condition, and hope our contribution goes in some way to help with the support needed for this very worthy cause. I had never heard of this condition and, thanks to caring people like you Ava it helps to bring awareness about what this conditions is, and the lack of support for these difficulties that life throws up! We wish Maura all the very best and hope she is doing well! Best of luck to you Ava with the sky dive, enjoy I’m sure it will be a fantastic experience!
Ataxia Foundation Ireland (CLG) a Company Limited by Guarantee. This New Voluntary National Support Group is for people affected by Friedreich's Ataxia (the most common Genetic Ataxia) and up to 50 other Ataxia's. The organisation was founded by four people with Ataxia, to form the board of directors and trustees and have recently increased the board to seven, five with an Ataxia and two non-disabled people and have established a Management Committee made up of members and volunteers, most of who have supported people with Ataxia for many years.
Friedreichs Ataxia is a genetic and progressive disorder of the central nervous system which usually manifests itself in children between the ages of six and sixteen years. However, in some instances the onset for Friedreichs and other Genetic Ataxia’s can be much later. Because of the genetic factor more than one person in a family may be affected. The general symptoms are clumsiness, difficulties with balance, lack of co-ordination and, in time, a slurring of speech. Although there is no specific treatment for any of the known Ataxia’s, fundamental research into its pathogenesis is ongoing worldwide, and there are, in any case, various ways in which the burden on sufferers and their relatives can be lightened.
Ataxia Foundation Ireland - websiteLorcan Allen of the Irish Farmers Journal sits down with our CEO Jimmy McLoughlin to discuss transitioning the business to a new growth trajectory.
Read the full article in the print edition - available in your local newsagents.
Or read it online if you subscribe to the Farmer's Journal - https://www.farmersjournal.ie/going-global-with-gluten-free-chicken-489268
We are delighted to announce that we will be entering a new partnership with Chef Network in the coming weeks!
Chef Network launched in February 2016 as a way to connect chefs and suppliers all around Ireland. It is now less than two years since being launched and already has over 2,500 member chefs.
This is an exciting new journey for us at Rosie & Jim and one we hope to be a long and successful one.
Niamh Kenny and Ruth Hegarty visited Rosie & Jim HQ on Wednesday 9th August and are pictured here with Rosie & Jim.
Thank you to Niamh and Ruth for calling out to us - we are really looking forward to working closely with you in the future!
Find out more about Chef Network on their website - http://www.chefnetwork.ie/
Thanks to everyone at FreeFrom Food Awards who provide a fantastic service for all the Free From consumers in Ireland.
The 5th FreeFrom Food Awards Ireland 2020 took place on Thursday 8th October, with the eagerly awaited announcements made virtually, following pandemic related delays. “We are delighted to get the news out to our winners, ahead of the Christmas shopping season,” says John Burke, founder of the FreeFrom Food Awards Ireland. “Finally those that have won awards can proudly display them, helping freefrom consumers to pick the best quality products available to them.”
Over 500 entries were judged both before and after lockdown, with fully socially distanced panel sessions completing the process in July. The Awards ceremony was due to take place live within the government guidelines until the recent changes resulted in the event taking place online. “We’re all missing the opportunity to meet up and see judges, entrants and friends,” says Burke. “But most importantly entrants have been waiting patiently to find out who has won what and to show their customers how well their products measure up in this growing market.”
Check out their website: https://www.fffa.ie/
Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFFAIreland
Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IrishFreefromFoodAwards
Congratulations Fiona Staunton and family from Co. Westmeath on winning €1000 for your chosen charity - Aoibheann's Pink Tie!
Fiona also wins a sumptuous Christmas hamper with festive favourites including a whole host of tempting tipples.
And, as if that's not enough, she also receives tickets for a family of four to The Sound Of Music in The Grand Canal Theatre.
Aoibheann’s Pink Tie was set up in 2010 after Jimmy Norman’s daughter, Aoibheann, passed away. During their long battle with cancer, Jimmy met with a lot of parents going through the trauma of having a child with cancer, and more specifically identified with the financial burden that inevitably follows diagnosis. They are registered with the Irish Cancer Society and affiliated with St. John’s Oncology Ward in Crumlin Hospital. Olympic gold medal champion Katie Taylor is their charity ambassador.
So what does Aoibheann’s Pink Tie do? They provide financial and practical help to those families in need of it. This will hopefully allow the families the ability to focus on their child and working through their illness. Families are often lost in the mix when their children go through this battle, but it’s not just the child that gets cancer, it’s the whole family as each is affected and must struggle.
Aoibheann’s Pink Tie raise funds through various events and fundraisers and use this to support families who are recommended to by the senior social worker in St. John’s Ward Crumlin Hospital.
Find out more on their website - aoibheannspinktie.ie
Keep up to date on their Facebook page - www.facebook.com/pg/aoibheannspinktie
Rosie & Jim have once again sponsored the Meat Products Category in the Coeliac Society of Ireland Food List 2022!
Check out our full list of Gluten Free Products on page 137 of this invaluable bumper 320 paged guide.
Each year the Coeliac Society produces a “List of Gluten-Free Manufactured Products”, also referred to as the “Food List”.
The Food List is compiled in accordance with current EC legislation. The booklet also features “own brand” products that are “gluten-free” from some of the main supermarket chains. If you are a coeliac and eat any processed foods, a current Food List is a valuable resource in selecting food.
Many people are confused by allergen labelling and the more recent EC Gluten-free Labelling Legislation. Members are turning to the Food List for reassurance about what is safe to eat.
2 Gluten Free Rosie & Jim Garlic Chicken Kiev
Potatoes, peeled and chopped in half
1 or 2 sprigs of Spring Onion chopped – the white side only
Splash of Milk
Tablespoon of Butter
10-12 Medium sized Asparagus, chop the ends off
Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Olive Oil
Salt / Pepper
Heat the oven to 190oC or 170oC for fan assisted ovens.
Place the Rosie & Jim Chicken Kiev’s on a baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes (35-40 minutes if frozen). Set a timer, just in case!
While they are cooking, chop the potatoes into chucks so that they will cook in 30 minutes.
Boil or steam the potatoes – whichever you prefer, until cooked.
Top Tip - * If your family love mashed potato and you hate mashing, we highly recommend you invest in a Potato Ricer. Smooth mashed potato in minutes without the hard work - it’s a very handy gadget for the kitchen!*
Chop the Spring Onion thinly – using only the white end of the onion.
Steam the Asparagus for 5-6 minutes. If they are very thick they may need another minute, but you want them al dente and crisp.
When the potato is cooked, mash the potatoes in a pan; add a splash of milk, the butter and season with salt and pepper. When it’s nice and creamy add in most of the Spring Onion, but keep a little for plating up.
When the Asparagus are cooked, but still have a little bite, take them off the heat and add a pinch of salt, pepper and a little drizzle of olive oil.
The Rosie & Jim Garlic Chicken Kiev should be ready now, so take them out of the oven and plate up –
Spoon some of the creamy mashed potato on the plate.
Add the Chicken Kiev on top.
Place the Asparagus on the plate and squeeze a little Lemon Juice over it.
Sprinkle the remaining Spring Onion on top
Serve up to your waiting loved one and wait to hear the Mmmmmmmm...!
Get the full list of our Gluten Free products in the Coeliac Society of Ireland Food List handbook. Out now!
The Food List is compiled in accordance with current EC legislation. The booklet also features “own brand” products that are “gluten-free” from some of the main supermarket chains. If you are a coeliac and eat any processed foods, a current Food List is a valuable resource in selecting food. Many people are confused by allergen labeling and the more recent EC Gluten-free La belling Legislation. Members are turning to the Food List for reassurance about what is safe to eat. The Food List is intended for use as a guide, in addition to checking food labels. Updates are available in the Members Area on their website.
Find our more on their website -
https://coeliac.ie/about-the-food-list/
Rosie & Jim were delighted to sponsor €2000 for the recent Courtwood GAA Raffle Fundraiser.
Congratulations to Pam Trimble from Portarlington who won the fantastic prize!
Happy spending Pam!
As we reflect on 2023, we're filled with immense gratitude and pride for the impact we've been able to make through our charity donations.
This past year, Rosie & Jim has donated a total of 2,496Kgs of chicken products and an incredible €53,564 in cash donations to various charitable causes.
"At Rosie & Jim, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us throughout our journey. Charity is not just a responsibility but a privilege. It's about sharing what we have with those in need and making a positive impact. This belief is at the heart of everything we do and is something both Rosie and I are passionate about.” - says Jim.
We're committed to continuing our efforts in supporting those in need and making a difference wherever we can.
A huge thank you to our customers who support us and make it all possible.
Rosie & Jim are delighted to donate €50 for a Tee Box and €100 as a contribution for the Mayfield GAA Annual Golf Classic fundraising event.
This annual event, raising money for the running costs of the club, is on this Friday 21st June at the Waterrock Golf Club.
Good luck to the 40/50 teams participating!
Rosie & Jim
Muirfield Industrial Estate, Muirfield Drive
Naas Road, Dublin 12
Ireland. D12 FF20
Tel: +353 1 460 5900
Email: customerservice@rosieandjim.ie
