FOOD & DRINK

Mary Berry Bakes Apple Price: €4.49

Mary BErry, right, has become baking’s Delia Smith: the cook we all turn to for can’t-fail recipes. Here are 70 of her cakes, biscuits and buns, plus some general baking tips. you can transfer Mary’s ingredients to an in-built shopping list so there’s no danger of forgetting anything and there’s a built-in timer, too.

Jamie’s 20 Minute Meals Apple, Android, Kindle Fire Price: From €5.99

JaMiE OLiVEr is celebrity Marmite but love him or loathe him, he’s a great communicator. This app has lots of easy-to-follow recipes for quick-to-cook meals. But the real selling points are Jamie’s handy video guides to 17 basic kitchen techniques, from slicing an onion to cooking the perfect steak.

Beoir Finder Apple, Android Price: Free

running with the tagline ‘Supporting craft beer in ireland’, this app helps beer fans looking for something a bit different from the big international brands that have dominated bar taps for so long. it helps locate the pubs, restaurants and breweries that serve craft beers.

Vivino Apple, Android, Kindle Fire, Windows Price: Free

OpEn up Vivino, take a picture of a wine label and instantly the app will tell you all about the contents of the bottle, with factual information and drinkers’ reviews. it’s perfect if you’re out at dinner and want to know more about what you’re drinking but also helps you track and review your purchases.

Wolfram Culinary Maths Apple Price: €1.79

FOr any home chef, knowing exactly what is going into any recipe is essential – especially if trying to watch what you’re eating or concerned about costs. This app includes shopping planners, quantity calculator, portion dividers, nutritional content breakdown and a cost calculator.