Taste Maker: Musician and author, Mike Hanrahan on his mother’s bacon and cabbage, a memorable night out at Italia 90 and why Monday is the best day

The singer-songwriter has trained and worked as a teacher at Ballymaloe Cookery School

Mike Hanrahan initially came to the public’s attention as a member of Stockton’s Wing, but in recent years has become well known for his love of food and cookery. Picture: Lorin Gannon

Mike Hanrahan first came to national attention as a member of revered group Stockton’s Wing, but in recent years the musician has also become well known for his love of food and cookery. In his 2019 book Beautiful Affair, Hanrahan chronicles his music career and his decision to change course and train and work as a teacher at Ballymaloe Cookery School, spending ten years in kitchens before returning to music. His new single, recorded with ...