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What a pleasure it was to attend the Gluten Free Roadshow organised by The Coeliac Society of Ireland in Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork.

This event, sponsored by Dunnes Stores, was a fantastic day with cookery demos, informative talks and panel discussions.

The attendants thoroughly enjoyed their samples of Rosie & Jim chicken including Gluten Free Battered Chunks, Gluten free Southern Fried Goujons and Gluten Free Crispy Shredded Chicken.

It was great to chat to everyone and hear how much they enjoyed eating our products in their homes.

We're already looking forward to next year’s event.

Pictured - Hayley Spollen.

Thanks to Kathy, Champ's minder for taking these wonderful photos of Champ. He had the company of another puppy, Orbit, in training recently. How cute are they together?!

His training going very well.  He is excellent in the house apart from waking up too early! He is walking very well, stops a bit to check things out but quickly continues on.  His recall is very good.

He is growing into a fine handsome dog and loves his free runs away from the training.

 

Champ - Guide Dog - April 2019
Champ - Guide Dog - April 2019

Amelie enjoying Rosie & Jim Chicken Goujons at St Mary's Rochfortbridge U9/U10 Football Tournament Saturday 7th 2019.

Thanks to Rosie & Jim for the generous support. 

St Mary's Rochfortbridge GAA on Facebook

 

Being from near Stradbally in Co. Laois, Rosie & I know and love the festival that has become Ireland biggest arts and music festival. Electric Picnic is a fantastic fun weekend with top acts from around the world. It sells out very quickly every year. So with that in mind Rosie decided to get in early and purchase two tickets for one lucky winner. We ran a competition on Facebook which Reached over 40,000 people. That's about as many as go to the festival! We chose a random winner from the huge number of entrants and Rebecca Small aka Becky Beag, was our lucky winner.

"Thanks so much again- still can't believe I won them!  I love yer chicken goujons :)) "

Congratulations Becky! We know you will enjoy!

Hank

The dogs are now back training properly, albeit with some necessary restrictions in place but none impactful on the dogs at all.

Here is Champ out training in Cork with trainer, Cliodhna. He has his Guide Dog harness and training is all going very well.

Izzy is working with trainer Ciara and is going to soon graduate as a Guide Dog.

Hank has been working with trainer, Martin and he should be able to begin training with the family soon.
Here he is with his blue harness which denotes him as a proud Assistance Dog graduate! He has been matched to a family in Cork who’s son has autism and will begin home training with them in the next week or so. Strict measures will be in place for the trainers as they work with the family and PPE equipment will be used.


We're thrilled to see the first of the three dogs graduate on to one of the programmes! Well done Hank!

 

This Christmas, thousands of people will gather at Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services, Harold’s Cross for the annual Light Up A Life Christmas event.

The celebrations begin on Sunday 26th November, a day of music and memories and the official lighting of the magnificent tree by the guest of honour Daniel O’Donnell, and will continue until Christmas.

Rosie & Jim are delighted to donate €1000 to the Light up a Life Christmas event.

Find out more on their Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/olhospice/

Rosie & Jim and the team are excited to announce the launch of not 1 but 2 new products!

Introducing the Crispy Shredded Chicken & the Salt n' Chilli Crispy Shredded Chicken to our range of homestyle, gluten free products.

The Crispy Shredded Chicken are whole breast fillet strips in a light and crispy coating. A product the whole family are guaranteed to love.

The Salt n' Chilli Shredded Chicken has whole breast fillet strips in a delicious salt n' chilli coating. Also delicious, especially for those who like a little kick of heat.

These products are available to Butchers throughout the country. As they are brand new, your butcher might not stock them yet - so make sure to ask them to get them in!

We'd love to know what you think! Let us know on our social channels!

https://www.facebook.com/rosieandjimchicken

https://www.instagram.com/rosieandjimchicken/

 

 

Congratulations to Marian Coogan on winning the latest fantastic Rosie & Jim competition! 
Marian and her family won a €200 Kildare Village Gift Card!

Kildare Village is Ireland's only designer outlet village, with over 95 designer boutiques all offering reductions of up to 60% off everyday all year round.

Have fun spending Marian!

 

 

This blog post was written by Dietitian Sarah Keogh.

The holiday season is here, bringing festive cheer, indulgent feasts, and sometimes… unwelcome bloating. With all the rich food and sweet treats on offer, it’s no wonder many of us feel a little sluggish this time of year. But don’t worry, we’ve got you (and Santa!) covered with some simple tips to keep your gut happy and healthy this Christmas.

Why Am I Feeling Bloated?

Before diving into solutions, it’s important to ask why you might be bloated. Bloating can result from a range of issues, including:

  • Coeliac disease
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Constipation
  • Other medical conditions

If bloating is persistent, it’s always best to consult your GP first to rule out any serious issues. Once you have the all-clear, it’s time to act.

Top Tips for a Festive-Friendly Gut

1. Load Up on Fibre
Around 80% of people don’t eat enough fibre. During the festive season, it’s easy to rely on sugary snacks and skip those fibre-rich foods that keep your gut happy. Aim for 25g of fibre per day with:

  • Fruits
  • Vegetables (roasted Brussels sprouts, anyone?)
  • Wholegrain breads
  • Beans and lentils
  • Chia seeds and nuts

Fibre helps keep your gut moving, preventing constipation and the dreaded festive bloat.

2. Love Your Microbiome

Your gut bacteria play a key role in digestion. Support your microbiome with these festive-friendly options:

  • High-fibre foods: Add variety with colourful veggies in your Christmas dinner.
  • Fermented foods: Enjoy some creamy yoghurt, cheese, kefir, or a slice of sourdough as part of a festive platter (or charcutier board).
  • Probiotics: If needed, consult a dietitian for the right probiotic to keep your gut in balance.

3. Stay Hydrated

Don’t let the chilly weather stop you from drinking enough fluids. Fibre absorbs water as it moves through your gut, helping everything run smoothly. Aim for 6-8 glasses of water per day and add a festive twist with herbal teas like peppermint or chamomile.

4. Check for Coeliac Disease

Did you know that 20% of people with IBS symptoms actually have coeliac disease? If you’re struggling with gut issues, it’s worth asking your GP for a test. Remember, you need to be eating gluten for at least six weeks before testing.

5. Festive Foods for a Happy Gut

Incorporate gut-friendly foods into your holiday meals to stay comfortable while celebrating:

  • Porridge for breakfast
  • Roasted chickpeas as a snack
  • Oranges as a sweet treat
  • Broccoli as a side dish
  • Blueberries for dessert

The festive season is all about enjoying yourself, and that includes feeling good from the inside out. By taking care of your gut, you’ll be ready to eat, drink, and be merry without worrying about bloating. And don’t forget—Santa needs his energy too! Help him beat the bloat by leaving out gut-friendly snacks like carrots or a glass of water with his cookies.

Here is a little update on Andrew, one of our sponsored Guide Dogs for the Blind in Cork. He is potentially about to be matched with another guide dog owner.

Liam, his trainer, will keep up posted on developments in December!

Good luck Andrew!

https://www.instagram.com/irishguidedogs/

Rosie & Jim are very pleased to sponsor training tops for St. Conleths LGFC in the Portarlington area.

The U16 team are in the B Championship Final against Ballyfin on Friday at 6.30pm!

Best of luck ladies! Hope the tops bring you as much luck as they brought the Courtwood GAA team ;-)

Follow St Conleth's on Facebook - www.facebook.com/stconlethslgfa

We are very pleased to announce our achievement of BRC Grade AA+, the highest certification in the BRC unannounced audit.

This is reflective of our entire team's uncompromising commitment to Quality, Hygiene, and Food Safety.

Thank you for your continued support of our products!

What is BRC?

BRC Global Standard for Food Safety is a safety and quality certification scheme which contains requirements for food processors to follow in order to build an effective food safety management system. It provides a framework to manage product safety, integrity, legality and quality.

Find out more - https://www.brcgs.com/our-standards/food-safety/