Seaside Italian Taste from Casa Pasta in Howth – 3 Course meal for 2 only €39.99
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September 2014
Enjoy a Mediterranean taste from Salamanca with €50 worth of Tapas Food and Wine for only €30
[wps_deals_by_id id=”2307″][/wps_deals_by_id] MORE ON SALAMANCA Salamanca Tapas Restaurant, Dublin 2 Salamanca 1 St. Andrew’s Street, Dublin city centre Dublin 2 Republic of Ireland +353 1 6774799 info@salamanca.ie www.salamanca.ie Salamanca focuses on food prepared by authentic Spanish chefs, using fresh ingredients. The emphasis is on…
Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Apple & Blackberry Jelly
Buttermilk Panna Cotta Recipe with Apple & Blackberry Jelly Unlike classic panna cottas, which tend to use cream or milk, this recipe uses buttermilk. I love the slightly sour, acidic tang that it gives to the finished dish. This is a great dessert to serve after a rich meal and is easily paired with whatever
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Anchor Steam Beer
As a big fan of American craft beer I can safely say this one does not disappoint. Anchor Steam Beer, has a full body and deep amber colours, and as soon as it hits the glass you know your in for something special . It has a beautiful malted texture and a creamy head. You could
Oktoberfest Dublin 2014
The Oktoberfest Dublin 2014 is returning to George’s Dock in the IFSC Docklands from September18th – October 5th 2014 . One not to be missed ! Food No matter if you want to eat on the platform or above directly at the entrance area. You will find a taste of Germany everywhere that will water
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Decanting wine – is it worth it?
The question of when to decant a bottle of wine is one that I am asked at almost every wine-tasting. Is it worth the effort? How far in advance should it be done? And most commonly – How do I know which wines to decant? Most of us don’t do it at home, and probably
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What To Do With Leftover Wine
We, at ely, would argue that leftover wine is somewhat of a myth. However, I do understand that sometimes you are faced with some leftover wine and the thoughts of throwing it down the sink might pain you, and quite rightly so! Therefore, I’ve put together a few useful tips, cooking being the most obvious, on
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How to create a Moscow Mule
This spicy legendary vodka-and-ginger beer cocktail knows how to bite back. Learn how to make a Moscow Mule INGREDIENTS IN THE MOSCOW MULE COCKTAIL 2 oz Vodka 3 oz Ginger beer Juice of half a lime Garnish: Lime wheel Glass: Moscow Mule mug or highball HOW TO MAKE THE MOSCOW MULE COCKTAIL Add all the
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Craft Beer Industry Report – Ireland 2014
In Ireland, the craft beer industry has witnessed significant growth over the past 12 months. Despite this time of national recession, the craft beer industry is thriving with sales growing by a whopping 42% in 2012 and predictions of 35% growth this year. This upward trend witnessed here in Ireland is mirrored across international markets
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Win a €250 voucher for Michelin Star Restaurant l’Ecrivain – Closed
Want to experience Michelin Star fine dining? l’Ecrivain has kindly given us a €250 gift voucher, this voucher would cover a tasting menu plus wine for 2 people. Michelin Star Chef Derry and his wife Sallyanne opened l’Ecrivain Restaurant in July 1989. They have had several transformations and now l’Ecrivain stands on the site of
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Win a €100 M&S Gift Card – Closed
We feel that when it comes to dining in Marks & Spencer offers some of the tastiest treats, whether it is from their fresh foods section, special prepared meals or delicious wines. Walking through their food-hall, you will see award-winning wines to tasty meats, delicious desserts and party platters, they have got every occasion covered.
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Cheesy Eggs Benedict with Courgettes by Clodagh McKenna
“This recipe is one that I discovered on a recent trip to New York Ciry, Coolea cheese sauce (gouda style) coated perfectly poached eggs on toast topped with crunchy courgettes…. It is the ulitmate brunch dish.” Clodagh McKenna INGREDIENTS 4 free range or organic eggs 1 courgette, sliced olive oil 2 slices of sourdough toast
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In praise of…Italian White Wines
This may come as something of a surprise, but Italy has hundreds of native grape varieties, and over 200 hundred of these are white. I say that this may come as a surprise because if you were to walk into your local supermarket you would be lucky to find more than three or four Italian
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Amuse – A diamond in the rough
The construction of a city wide Luas line has seen Dawson Street uprooted- literally. Hammering and pounding have become a part of life for local businesses, driving owners and customers alike crazy. This past July, Conor Dempsey (formerly head chef in DAX) opened Amuse Restaurant on Dawson Street, and this new addition is turning heads. Whatever
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The Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge
Back in January this year, I began to think about and plan, how to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary, which was in August this year. We didn’t want to host a party, for various reasons, so a mini-break away somewhere special was on the cards. The Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge was suggested to me
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Overview – Restaurant 1826 Adare, Co. Limerick
For the last night of our break in Co. Limerick, we had pre-planned to visit Restaurant 1826 Adare. Owned and run by Husband and Wife team, Chef Wade Murphy, (President – Eurotoques Ireland) and Elaine, who renovated the cottage and opened the restaurant in 2013. We first had the pleasure of Wade’s food in 2011
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Sushi, a newfound love
The Irish are renowned for their openness, their adaptability and their willingness to try new things. We like to experiment, and more than ever we’ve got plenty of new choices to sink our teeth into. Sushi restaurants in Dublin are fast gaining popularity. Sure, there’s a few old haunts that have graced our streets for years like
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Dublin’s alternative brunch scene
Sundays are perfect for catching up, and what better way to do it than over brunch with friends. With the many cool places for brunch in Dublin, there’s more on offer than traditional Bloody Marys, Bellinis and eggs Hollandaise. We’ve got a thriving brunch scene, with plenty of alternative choices to suit any mood. Here
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Dylan McGrath: All about innovation
Dylan McGrath is definitively Ireland’s most well-known chef. We’re fascinated with him: with watching him change from the panic-inducing owner of Mint to the more loveable, if still somewhat intimidating judge on MasterChef. Today he runs two of Dublin’s most popular eateries, Rustic Stone and Fade Street Social, both whose distinct styles stand out in
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Dublin’s emerging cocktail culture
For a number of years, if you walked into any bar off the street in Dublin and you’d find a similar scene: crowded rooms filled with noisy patrons, pricy pints getting spilled in your attempt to leave the bar and resume your position standing against a wall, and a seemingly endless flow of mixed drinks
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Brown Paper Bag Project Wins Big at Global Craft Beers Awards
Dublin based beer brewing collective Brown Paper Bag Project have won four awards for their beers at Global Association of Craft Beer Brewers Awards held in Berlin on the weekend of July 26th. The Brown Paper Bag Project are brewers of no fixed abode, who travel the world to brew unique beers, taking inspiration for
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