February 2017

The Galway Bay Hotel to Host this Year’s Glittering Galway Hospitality Ball

Following the success of last year’s glittering social get together, the Galway City and County Hospitality Ball 2017 on Thursday 23rd February at The Galway Bay Hotel. The Galway Hospitality Ball is organised by Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) Galway branch in association with the Galway branches of the Restaurant Association of Ireland, Vintners Federation and […]

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The Natural Bakery to Host Saturday Milling and Baking Demonstrations

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

The Natural Bakery will be running a series of demonstrations at their shop in Stillorgan Shopping Centre during the months of February and March. Every Saturday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, visitors will be able to experience the bakery’s Grain Project, a unique initiative that celebrates Irish produce and aims to create breads with

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Take a Romantic Break, for the Afternoon, with Lemuel’s Chocolate and Cocktail Afternoon Tea

Small Bites / Erica Bracken

Named after the famous fictional traveler Lemuel Gulliver, a pseudonym of the celebrated Irish author Jonathan Swift, Lemuel’s Restaurant at the five-star Conrad Hotel, Dublin, pays homage to the magic and curiosity of Gulliver’s Travels. In this spirit, dining and drinking at Lemuel’s is always a voyage of discovery. This Valentine’s, Tuesday 14th, take the

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The Award Winning Step House Hotel Bought Back by The Coady Family

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

The Step House Hotel in Borris, Co. Carlow went into receivership in 2015 but this week has returned to the hands of former owners the Coady family. Having been run by appointed PREM Group Management for almost two years, the Coady family’s purchase of the hotel will bring a renewed lease of life to the

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Win a jam-packed Pancake Tuesday Hamper with Crepe Maker thanks to Keelings – Closed

Competitions / Gaby Guedez

This Pancake Tuesday, Keelings are encouraging visitors of TheTaste.ie to create some fruit frenzied pancakes to enjoy with family and friends. Keelings want to make this Pancake Tuesday a fruity and tasty one for all ages by topping off delicious delights with some inspirational berry touches. Or why not go one step further this Pancake

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Bord Bia Launches Farmers’ Market Training Workshops

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Aspiring Dublin based food market entrepreneurs can now take advantage of a new training workshop launched by Bord Bia today. A total of four ‘Skills Training for Selling at Farmers Markets’ workshops will take place around the country, starting with The Fumbally Stables, Dublin 8 on February 20th. The half day interactive workshops will provide

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O’Briens Wine Valentine’s Day Offers: Something for Everyone to Love

News / Gaby Guedez

This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with O’Briens Wine’s offers. They’ve compiled a number of presents for wine, beer and spirits enthusiasts so whether you’re looking for the right bottle to go with that special dinner, or you want something to give as a present (even if it’s from you to yourself, wine not?), they

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Discover the Coolest New Venue in Dublin City, Urchin at the Cliff Townhouse

Small Bites / Erica Bracken

Pop down the steps of Cliff Townhouse at No.22 Stephen’s Green and discover Urchin, the newest dining experience in the hear of Dublin city. Urchin is a fresh, original venue that imbues a laid-back seaside hangout. The subtle beach-chic décor, blissed out soundtrack, day to day menu and full bar offering will combine seamlessly to

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Three to Try: Our Top Picks from Tindal Wines’ Portfolio Tasting

Drinks, Small Bites, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Last Tuesday 6th of February, we attended a tasting of wines from the comprehensive portfolio of Tindal Wine Merchants, a family-owned importer bringing fine wines from both Europe and the New World into the Irish market. The event, held at the stylish Marker Hotel, was followed by a consumer tasting on the same evening, where

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Jean Christophe Novelli to Open New Brasserie in Belfast

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

While Dublin has seen a spate of restaurant openings in recent times, celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli will open his first restaurant in Ireland in Belfast early next year. Expected to be called Jean-Christophe Novelli at City Quays, the new restaurant will form part of the £25m Marriott AC Hotel, which is currently under construction. Jean-Christophe

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Kerrygold Ballymaloe Literary Festival of Food and Drink 2016

Tickets for All Ballymaloe Litfest 2017 Events Now on Sale

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

The fifth annual Ballymaloe LitFest runs from Friday 19th to Sunday 21st May 2017, and all of the events over this exciting and stimulating weekend are now confirmed, scheduled and available to book on www.litfest.ie. Every year Litfest tickets sell like the proverbial hot cakes, but don’t worry if your favourite food hero’s event has

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Dine in Dublin 2017 Launched with Exciting Interactive Menu at The Mansion House

News, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Last night, 7th February, Dublin Town launched the ninth edition of Dine in Dublin 2017, with a fabulous showcase of Dublin’s finest culinary offerings. All the major players on the city’s food scene were seen at the launch, where they were treated to a unique six course menu curated by six of the city’s top chefs, with interactive live demonstrations on

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Win a Delicious Office Lunch from Cocu For You & Your Team – Closed

Competitions / Darina Coffey

Cocu is synonymous with delicious dishes to satisfy all cravings while packing a nutritious punch. With branches in Chatham Street, Hatch Street and Baggot Street, Cocu has become a go-to for those seeking out that elusive healthy lunchtime fix. Keen to ensure everyone can enjoy their tempting salads, wraps and sweet treats, Cocu caters for

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US TV Chef Amanda Freitag on Her Irish Food Tour

Interviews / Darina Coffey

Amanda Freitag could scarcely walk down a New York street without being recognised, but here in Ireland she recently managed to fly largely under the radar as she sampled many of the delights our exciting food scene has to offer. An esteemed judge on Food Network’s Chopped as well as a former Iron Chef America

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Lady Gaga to Launch her Own Grigio Girls Wine Brand

Small Bites / Erica Bracken

Forget Beyonce’s Lemonade, fresh off her scintillating Super Bowl halftime performance the only superstar beverage anyone is talking about is Lady Gaga’s own brand of wine called Grigio Girls. Named after her song Grigio Girls, a track on the deluxe version of her 2016 album, Joanne, both the track and the wine are tributes to

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Romeo & Juliet Passimento White 2015 – Wine of the Week from O’Briens

Drinks, News, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Italy has always been a source for romantic inspiration… Think gondola rides in Venice, joyfully sharing a gelato in Rome or having an intimate picnic on a sunny afternoon in a beautiful park in Tuscany. With Valentine’s Day getting closer, we decided to give a nod to the country’s allure and embrace the amore. Romeo &

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Perrier Jouët’s fabulous Afternoon Tea Springs into Johnnie Cooke’s Restaurant at Brown Thomas

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Prestigious Perrier-Jouët Champagne has just launched an exclusive Spring-Garden Afternoon Tea at The Restaurant by Johnnie Cooke at Brown Thomas Dublin. The Perrier Jouët Afternoon Tea experience will be available from the 7th of February and for two months only. The experience was inspired by the beauty of spring and an innovative and cheerful menu has been developed with

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Every St. Patrick's Day, Jameson commissions a special piece of original work to grace its Limited Edition Bottle. This year, they've chosen Dublin-based designer and illustrator Steve McCarthy, known for his bold, colourful and witty style, a great match for the cheerful spirit of the season. Steve’s design was inspired by the ‘Chance your Arm’ story. The work depicts a handshake framed by the St Patrick’s Cathedral door of reconciliation. The words ‘Sine’ and ‘Metu’ are tattooed on the knuckles of each hand, as a nod to anyone who has been inspired by the Jameson family moto Sine Metu. Sine Metu's meaning is to encourage people to avoid the well-trodden path, and to open their hearts to new experiences. CHANCE YOUR ARM Nowadays, the ‘Chance your arm’ expression means to take a risk to achieve an end, and to get out of your comfort zone. The phrase, however, has a story that can be traced back to 15th century Ireland, specifically to 1492, Dublin, when ‘Black James’ Butler and his men were barricaded behind the door of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, opposing Gearóid Fitzgerald on the other side. Tired of constant fighting between the clans, Fitzgerald decided to give peace a chance and with the help of his men, he cut a hole in the door and extended his hand through the gap as a token of friendship. Luckily for him, it wasn't chopped off immediately, but met with Butler's handshake. A long standing feud came to an end, and a famous saying was born. HISTORY AND FUTURE Steve's artwork is filled with references to iconic Dublin landmarks including the Ha’penny Bridge across the River Liffey, the Irish mountains and the Smithfield tower. Steve own story is represented by a night time view from the window of his old studio on the neck of the bottle. But behind all the historic references, this year's special edition bottle of Jameson features cutting edge technology: this year the distiller is bringing a new level of connectivity to the hands of Jameson fans with NFC technology on the crest on the bottle which, when tapped by NFC enabled Android devices, allows access to exclusive content and competitions. Prizes include instant-win tickets for the new Jameson Distillery Bow St, as well as a chance to win the Ultimate Jameson St Patrick’s Day Experience in Dublin. The Limited Edition Bottle is available globally, however the NFC technology is only enabled for Irish users. For more information visit jamesonwhiskey.com/ie

Jameson Unveils Limited Edition for St. Patrick’s Day 2017

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Every St. Patrick’s Day, Jameson commissions a special piece of original work to grace its Limited Edition Bottle. This year, they’ve chosen Dublin-based designer and illustrator Steve McCarthy, known for his bold, colourful and witty style, a great match for the cheerful spirit of the season. Steve’s design was inspired by the ‘Chance your Arm’ story. The work

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Win a Two Night Stay for 2 in Galway City inclusive of a Bombay Sapphire Masterclass

Win Two Nights’ Stay for 2 in Galway City inclusive of a Bombay Sapphire Masterclass – Closed

Competitions / admin

Bombay Sapphire, the world’s number one premium gin, is festival partner of Gin Fest Galway, which is taking place in Galway city from Thursday 30th March to Sunday 2nd April 2017. Promising a weekend of gin-joyment, they are giving one lucky person the chance to win a unique Bombay Sapphire tasting experience for you and

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Stay in This Weekend with M&S Valentine’s Dine In Deal

Small Bites / Roisin Flynn

This Valentine’s Day, treat yourself and someone special to a decadent M&S Valentine’s dinner. For just €25, choose your perfect meal from a selection of delicious starters, mains, sides, desserts and a bottle of wine or fizz, plus a box of chocolate hearts. With a fantastic selection to choose from, there is sure to be something for

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Portmarnock Just Got a Fantastic New Restaurant – McHughes Wine & Dine Review

Restaurant Reviews / admin

If there is one thing Irish people love doing at the weekends it’s taking a spin out to a coastal town, grabbing a decent bite to eat and then walking it off along the pier or beach. Odd considering the rare amount of sunshine our little island receives but you only have to pop out

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