IFyou're planning a celebration but neither of you are fussed about a traditional iced cake, Sheridan's Cheesemongers has the perfect solution.

Why not serve a real cheesecake, using wheels of cheese like Durrus, Manchego, Lavistown, Camembert, and wow your gourmet guests.

By choosing a hard, soft and blue cheese you'll instantly achieve a balanced cheeseboard, but you can build up the tiers however you choose.

Cakes cost from 80 350, with this beauty costing approx 350 and suitable for 150-200 guests.

Perfect for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and christenings. Email dan@sheridanscheesemang ers. com or call 01 679 3143 for more information.

A pinch of salt

HOW can any keen cook resist these cuties? The Mini Magnetics salt and pepper grinders come from Chef'n with little magnetic backs which allow you to anchor them close to your hob for speedy, stylish seasoning. Costing approximately /7.50 each, they are available from selected Atlantic stores, Brown Thomas, Avoca and Clerys. Call 0044 870 160 1319 for your nearest stockist.