Recently I purchased Fergus Henderson’s nose to tail book. His recipe for confit pork belly intrigued me and I just had to give it a go. So on to Avril Allshire of Caherbeg free range pork for some belly. With our less than gorgeous summer it just seemed like perfect comfort food dish to try […]
Confit Irish Pork Belly Recipe by Kate Lawlor with wine pairing Read More »
This is an ideal veggie burger, and one we love at Kai. We serve our Mung Bean Burgers on Foccacia bread, but they also work great on a good quality Sourdough. Makes 4 Burgers Ingredients – 200g mung beans – 1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced – 2 red onion, peeled and finely diced
Mung Bean Burger by Jess Murphy of Kai Cafe & Restaurant Read More »
This Asian-inspired dish is packed full of flavour making it a must try this summer. The sweet and sticky caramel base balances out the hot and salty ingredients and is delicious when paired with fresh fish. Serve with some chilli rice or a quick salad to complete this tasty soul food dish. Serves 2 Ingredients
Siúcra’s Vietnamese Trout with a Caramel Sauce Recipe with wine pairing Read More »
Since its launch over 8 years ago, The Gloss Wine Dinner Series at The Merrion has been a sensational success. The wine dinners are relaxed, yet beautifully orchestrated events which provide a great atmosphere for this not to be missed event for foodies and wine lovers. On October 7th discover a line-up of exceptional wines
Wine & Dine at the Merrion this October with The Gloss Wine Dinner Series Read More »
Though there is talk of a season-saving Indian Summer on the way, we’ll be into the colder weather in no time, especially if past performance is any guide! Below are some great wine recommendations for when the mercury drops, though they are chosen to be enjoyed whatever the weather – Indian Summer or not. Wolf
Cold Weather Wines to Warm the Soul Read More »
Culture Night returns for its tenth year on Friday September 18th an we have compiled a list of fun filled foodie events below. On Culture Night, arts and cultural organisations and venues of all shapes and sizes, including the National Cultural Institutions, extend their opening hours to allow for increased access to the public. Special and
10 Years of Culture Night Returns on Friday 18th September Read More »
Lock’s Brasserie on Windsor Terrace is a cosy canal-side eatery serving contemporary Irish cuisine in a stylish setting. Recently awarded Best Emerging Irish Cuisine in Ireland by the Restaurant Association of Ireland, Head Chef Conor O’Dowd has made a name for himself as one to watch on the Dublin dining scene. With opulently appointed dining
Win Dinner For 2 With a Bottle of Wine at Lock’s Brasserie Read More »
Chanson Macon la Roche Vineuse – 100% Chardonnay One of the oldest houses, Chanson is quality producer from Burgundy, owned by Bollinger one of the great champagne houses. They make some really beautiful wines and are really quite reasonably priced. This wine has a delicate buttery nose with aromas of citrus fruits, floral touches such as
Wine of the Week – Chanson Macon la Roche Vineuse 2013 by Suzi Redmond Read More »
The search was on for Ireland’s Ultimate Martini last month when luxury vodka elit™ by Stolichnaya® invited Ireland’s mixologists to invent their own unique cocktail. Entry was via social media, where hopefuls posted a picture of their creation along with the hashtag #elitMartiniIrl, the cocktail’s name, and also its key ingredients. Finalists were then invited
Darren Geraghty of the Candlelight Bar Creates Ireland’s Ultimate Martini Read More »
Kilkenny will host its annual Savour Kilkenny Food Festival on the Bank Holiday Weekend, October 22nd – 26th on the city’s Parade Plaza. This year highlights include ‘A Taste of Japan’ pop-up with Fiona Uyema; ‘The Happy Pear’ Flynn twins; a festival debut by Mark Moriarty, Best Young Chef in the World 2015; a Chocolate
Savour Kilkenny: Experience the Flavour of this City at their Food Festival Read More »
Monday, 31st August – The Irish Wine Association has today released its annual Irish Wine Market review, which calls on the Government to reverse excise on alcohol in the next Budget. There has been a 62% increase in excise since 2012. This, the industry says, has put jobs at risk and has made it impossible
The Grape Depression – Irish Wine Market Report Calls for Excise Cut Read More »
It seems like ages since I have visited Cork so I was delighted that a scheduled family trip to see my sister-in-law who lives there had finally come around. Knowing that we were going to be in the Rebel County for a few days, I booked a table for dinner on our first night, in
All the Right Ingredients – Sage Restaurant Review by Niamh Mannion Read More »
Did you ever just feel like you need to down tools and get away? Just twenty four hours away from the hustle and bustle of life can do wonders for recharging your batteries and I have found the perfect place to do this. Somewhere away from the madding crowds where you can take a walk
Get Away From It All At Faithlegg House Hotel by Fiona Dillon Read More »
I was saddened when the Fatted Calf, previously located in Glasson, County Westmeath, closed its doors early in the New Year and I have been eagerly waiting for it to re-open. I was a great fan of Head Chef Feargal O’Donnell’s food and regularly dined there as I only live a short distance away. I
The Fatted Calf’s Rebirth by Niamh Mannion Read More »
Dublin has seen some huge changes in the restaurants scene in the last couple of years and not just with the explosion of eateries but also with the choice on offer. No better example of change than Pichet on Dublin’s Trinity Street, with colossal transformation and upheaval in it’s front of house and management over the
Pichet Pushes On – Restaurant Review Read More »
Generally when you mention top chefs in Cavan, Neven Maguire is at the tip of everyone’s tongue and rightly so. However there is another very unassuming Cavan man who has created something very special in his home county. Gearoid Lynch has earned his stripes in some seriously impressive kitchens such as the renowned Thornton’s and
A Taste of Cavan – The Olde Post Inn Review Read More »
What do you get if you cross a dedicated farmer with a passionate bio-chemist? You get Goatsbridge Trout Farm in Co Kilkenny. Run by Ger and Mag Kirwan, Goatsbridge sits comfortably amongst the finest food producers in this country. Smoked trout, smoked trout paté and even trout caviar are among their products that are not
Producer Spotlight – Goatsbridge Trout Farm Read More »
The shortage of chefs in Ireland has now reached crisis levels and is threatening the hospitality industry. An investment in training is needed urgently. The RAI is calling on the Minister for Education, Jan O’Sullivan to re – establish CERT, the former State Tourism Training Agency. The vast majority of jobs in the hospitality sector
Adrian Cummins of the RAI on the Chef Shortage Read More »
Tequila has had a bad reputation for years. It is associated with blackouts, horrible hangovers and poor decisions. People who drink tequila are usually drunk already, looking to get wasted and/or criminals, bandits and outlaws (if it’s in the movies then it must be true). Preconceptions dealt with, tequila is having a transformative moment. No
It’s Tequila Time – How the Spirit is Becoming Classy Read More »
Every once in a while when I have a great meal in a restaurant or discover my new favourite place for “coffee o’clock” I remember why I love the industry the way that I do. I have been lucky enough to dine and cook in some of the country’s best restaurants so I did not
The Taste Food Heroes – Neven Maguire Read More »
There is something very modest and unassuming about RAW which is located on the top floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa in Galway. There is nothing flashy or gimmicky about the restaurant and my worries that it might have a conference or hotel room feel were quickly dispelled on entering through its doors.
Raw – Sushi in the Sky – Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway Review Read More »
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