After over a week of cold, wet weather, Valentine’s Day is as good an excuse as any to cosy up and have breakfast in bed, or brunch in the kitchen. picture Chani AndersonPitted olives blended with olive oil, parsley, and a clove of garlic make an easy, cheap paste. picture Chani AndersonA fried egg is the base here, but we could also start with a round of toasted sourdough. picture Chani AndersonDunnes Simply Better All Butter mini frozen pastries 220g €3.99Dunnes Stores All butter mini pastries. picture Chani AndersonThese eight light, small croissants and pains au chocolat are handy to have in the freezer and can be cooked in an air fryer or oven.

Source: Irish Examiner February 06, 2026 14:00 UTC