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June 2016

From the Vineyard to the shelf – An evening with Master of Wine Lynne Coyle this 30th of June

From the Vineyard to the shelf – Wine Event with Master of Wine Lynne Coyle this 30th of June

Next Thursday 30th of June, wine lovers will get a great opportunity to participate in a very interesting wine event with Lynne Coyle MW, Master of Wine and wine buyer for O’Briens at an event titled “From the Vineyards to the Shelf.” Lynne focuses on sourcing wines from small to medium sized family wineries around the world […]

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Porterhouse North Reopens as The Whitworth Dining & Bar with Exclusive Launch Night

Porterhouse North Reopens as The Whitworth Dining & Bar with Exclusive Launch Night

The Porterhouse North has gone through quite a transformation recently. Now open as The Whitworth Dining & Bar, the newly refurbished bar will be offering a new food offering with a great selection of craft beers, wines and cocktails. It was a lucky opening night on June 22nd as Ireland beat Italy in the Euros

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Bord Bia - Chilli and Garlic Flavoured Mussels with Pasta

Chilli and Garlic Mussels Pasta Recipe From Bord Bia

Bord Bia is encouraging Irish people to cook more mussels at home and this chilli and garlic mussel pasta recipe is a great easy midweek dinner option.The chilli flakes give a little kick without overpowering the other flavours, letting the mussels shine. Serves 4 Ingredients: –1 kg mussels, prepared –1 tbsp olive oil –2 shallots,

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No 5 Vinoteca's New Bottomless Brunch Twist: The ‘6 O’Clock Gin’

No 5 Vinoteca’s New Bottomless Brunch Twist: The ‘6 O’Clock Gin’

No 5 Vinoteca will host their latest twist on the popular Bottomless Brunch trend next Saturday 2nd of July: Their signature drink for this event is ‘6 O’Clock Gin’, a strikingly smooth gin with a clean flavour led by juniper. Located on Merrion Row the restaurant is well known for its extensive cellar of Spanish wines, and

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The Winner of S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2016 UK & Ireland Announced

Last night in London, a panel of Michelin starred chefs, including Irish chefs JP McMahon and Ross Lewis, announced the winner of S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2016 UK & Ireland. George Kataras from M Threadneedle Street, London, was named as the best young talented chef in the UK and Ireland beating still competition from nine other

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Flavour.ie Summer Showcase 2016

Foodie Fun Continues at Flavour.ie West Cork Summer Showcase 2016

We’ve already tasted the best of Cork craft beer and got a masterclass in Thai cookery, but the fun isn’t over at Flavour.ie West Cork Summer Showcase 2016 with another two specially curated events for food lovers lined up. Up next, foodies can get to grips with the fundamentals of Wild Fermentation – a process

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Laya Healthcare City Spectacular

Over 250,000 Expected in Dublin and Cork for Laya Healthcare’s City Spectacular

Laya Healthcare’s City Spectacular will return to Dublin’s Merrion Square this July 8th – 10th and to Cork’s Fitzgerald Park on July 16th and 17th. Entry to this family friendly festival is entirely FREE of charge. The festival runs over 3 days in Dublin and 2 days in Cork, showcasing the best in international street

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Win Dinner for Two and a Bottle of Wine in Wright’s Findlater Howth – Closed

Wright’s Findlater is one of Howth’s most prominent buildings. Home to The Asgard restaurant on the first floor and the stylish Sky Bar on the second, Wright’s Findlater has the best views out across Howth Harbour to Ireland’s Eye. A contemporary bar and restaurant serving the finest seafood and steaks, quality wines, cocktails and a

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Baz Ashmawy joins GAA stars in Cook-Off Challenge to promote Powering Play for Children

TV star Baz Ashmawy was overseeing proceedings yesterday as GAA stars faced off in a culinary cook off challenge to launch a new nutritional initiative ‘Powering Play‘. The Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps will be attended by over 100,000 children this summer and to make sure they get the fuel they need to power their play,

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RTE Taste of Success Filming and Lot of Other Events at Westport Food Festival this Weekend

RTE Taste of Success Filming and Lot of Other Events at Westport Food Festival this Weekend

Westport Food Festival takes place this weekend from Friday 24th – Sunday 26th June 2016 and it’s all set to be the best ever with a packed programme of events for every age group. RTE’s leading food programme “Taste of Success”, with award winning chef Paul Flynn, will be filming live all day at the

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Le Pain Quotiden

Founder of Le Pain Quotidien Hosts Baking Masterclass at flagship Kildare Village Restaurant

To celebrate the recent arrival of Le Pain Quotidien at Kildare Village, founder Alain Coumont today hosted an exclusive masterclass teaching the fundamental techniques of baking. The first Irish Le Pain Quotidien opened in October last year and boasts a 190-seater restaurant and a 50-seater outdoor terrace, ideal for alfresco dining. With its relaxed ambiance,

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Bord Bia's 'Flex Your Mussels' Campaign Launched to Keep the Mussel Tradition Alive

Bord Bia’s Flex Your Mussels Campaign Launched to Keep the Mussel Tradition Alive

A survey conducted by Bord Bia demonstrated a strong appreciation for Irish mussels. The results of the study, released today, showed that a huge majority (94%) of people in Ireland like to eat mussels. The national mussel sector produces over 15,000 tons of mussels a year. People are aware of their exceptional quality, and most respondents eat mussels when

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Irish Maritime Festival 2016

Win Tickets to the Irish Maritime Festival With Dinner and an Overnight Stay at Scholars Townhouse Hotel – Closed

The award winning Irish Maritime Festival, in association with Maxol, takes place at Drogheda Port on 9th and 10th July. Just 30 minutes from Dublin Airport, the festival is a two day celebration of all things Maritime, both on and off the water. Food lovers will adore the artisan food quarter featuring fabulous local produce,

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Marks & Spencer Launches 300 New Food and Drink Products Inspired by the Americas

The food experts at Marks & Spencer have travelled throughout Central and South America, as well as to the Southern States, visiting street food stalls, scouring restaurants and pop ups to find the latest food trends and dishes, creating the most exciting Marks & Spencer summer offering yet. Bursting with innovation, Spirit of Summer is

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Angler’s Rest Restaurant and Bar, Chapelizod, Dublin 20

Just a 15 minute drive from Dublin city centre, Angler’s Rest, is an award winning restaurant a stone’s throw from Phoenix Park. Originally built in 1865 as a hotel for honeymooners, the charming property beside the Strawberry Fields was Michael Collins’ meeting place of choice and this rich history lives on with The Collins Room,

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