The continued growth of the craft drinks scene appears to be accompanied by a surprising paradox: the gradual demise of the specialist off-license. One such imperiled establishment was the ever-trusty off-license attached to the front of the legendary Whelan’s bar on Wexford Street. Having fallen victim to the ever-changing times, a comfort to those who […]
Independent Spirit: Bourke’s, Wexford Street – Bar Review Read More »
Stepping across the threshold of Cocoa Atelier you may just forget that you are in the heart of Dublin’s Creative Quarter. With a decadent display to match even the chicest gourmet chocolate shop in Paris, this French-inspired, Irish-owned chocolate boutique on Drury Street transports you to the charming 6th arrondissement of the French capital, and
Unwrapping a Little Piece of Paris in Dublin City – The Cocoa Atelier Story Read More »
Solo dining is not as awkward as it used to be. For some time now there’s been little or no stigma around going solo in a cafe for breakfast or a coffee, or taking your lunch break at a nearby eatery while engrossed in your smartphone, but for some reason the taboo still lingered around
Table for One? 10 of the Best Restaurants for Solo Dining in Dublin Read More »
It’s nearly two and half years since restaurateur John Farrell opened a new restaurant. That’s long time in John Farrell’s world, who followed his first venture, Dillinger’s, in quick succession with four more exciting eateries; The Butcher Grill, 777, Super Miss Sue and Luna – all stamped with John’s trademark eye for detail and passion
Restaurateur John Farrell Reveals Plans to Open a Number of New Restaurants in Dublin Read More »
Back in the day, legend has it that a Prussian general bestowed a special honour upon his troops; he would allow them to drink from his boot if they succeeded in battle. How delightful. Thankfully, the boss no more wanted beer in his fancy boots than the troops wanted to taste their general’s feel, and
Change is afoot in Italy: Get a kick out of Puglia’s rich reds Read More »
With Sweden alone accounting for somewhere between 10%-15% of the American craft-beer export market, it’s clear to see just how ignited the recent Scandinavian desire for the taste of delicious citrusy piney ales has become in just a short few years. Although the explosion of Scandinavian craft beers seems to be a recent thing upon
Northern Ales: Scandinavian Craft Beers to Try Now Read More »
We seem to have an unusual aversion to rosé wines here in Ireland. Only 3% of all the wine we drink is pink, which is some distance off the 10%-11% figure recorded by our neighbours in Britain; even the US is experiencing a boom in the style, with the hashtag “#Brosé” doing its best to
Brosé, Pink Wine, Blush: A Rosé By Any Other Name… Read More »
Irish gin has become remarkably fashionable recently and seems to be on everyone’s lips. Using our nearest neighbour for a glimpse into the future, last year over forty new craft distilleries opened, while Ireland has half that amount in the process of being developed. Although whiskey is the long-term aim for production, good whiskey takes
Irish Gin: Great Expectations for a Growing Number of Producers Read More »
Ireland’s wine drinkers have a special affection for New Zealand’s wines and especially for its signature wine, Sauvignon Blanc. Perhaps it is a tribal affinity with fellow islanders and our common farming of sheep and stunning mountainous landscapes. It is a testimony to the high reputation of New Zealand wines that even during the depths
Patrick Materman, Brancott Estate’s Chief Winemaker on Pioneering and Innovating Read More »
A guilty pleasure is defined as a craving or affinity that you may not be particularly proud of. For most of us that pursuit of happiness often comes in the form of a guilty food pleasure – that one dish or ingredient that we know we shouldn’t eat but always find ourselves coming back to. Even
Naughty but Nice – 16 Top Irish Chefs Reveal Their Guilty Pleasures Read More »
Bordeaux, as a city is the second most visited in France after its capital, Paris. As a wine region is huge, in fact it’s colossal and covers a vast area mid-way on the Atlantic coast between Brittany and the border with Spain producing both white and red Bordeaux. This region covers 120,000 hectares and is home
Red Bordeaux – The King of Hearts who Rules the Wine World Read More »
Although it’s always a good time to visit Hong Kong, the days and weeks around the Lunar New Year hold a certain joie de vivre. Parades replete with elaborate floats and traditional dancers, extensive, colorful fireworks displays, and banquets featuring dishes considered to bring good luck, are just a few of the highlights of this
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Christchurch – the city of roses! I was lucky enough to visit New Zealand over Christmas and it was so magical. Although a beautiful city, Christchurch is still reeling from the earthquake in 2011, and the city centre is still a shadow of its former self. The rebuild is steady, but slow, and as a
Christchurch Food & Drink Travel Guide Read More »
Great songs pass the test of time, they bring us back to cherished memories and emotions. At Peruke & Periwig, they have created a cocktail menu inspired in famous tunes… Rock, pop, reggae and more genres are represented on their list and for this month we have selected Tequila Me Softly, “a fairly full-on flavor explosion
Cocktail of the Month: Tequila Me Softly by Peruke & Periwig Read More »
Spring is in the air! The five star Park Hotel Kenmare reopens for the 2017 Season on February 17th. To celebrate the Spring season the Park Hotel Kenmare have created a special Two Night Package with breakfast and dinner on one evening, that also includes complimentary Yoga, Pilates & Meditation Classes at Spa SÁMAS –
Cloud Cafe is on Dublin’s Northside, just a few minutes away from Croke Park. Cheerfully painted blue, the cafe charms with a homely atmosphere. The white-clad interior is generously bathed in natural light; a series of black and white photos of trees hang on the wall, almost like family portraits reminding me of our connection
On Cloud 9 in Dublin 3 – Cloud Cafe Review Read More »
Some movie food scenes are pure sweetness, such as the unforgettable spaghetti dinner from Disney’s Lady & The Tramp. Some are hilarious like American Pie’s NSFW solo moment with a warm apple tart, and some are terrifying, like pretty much the whole plot behind Silence of the Lambs. But today we’ll turn the heat on and give
We’ll Have what they’re Having! The 10 Sexiest Food Scenes in Film Read More »
The couples who drink together stay together, and just as it happens with many aspects of life, those sharing lots of time together tend to develop common interests besides each other, from hobbies to opinions to, of course, Valentine’s wines. When it comes to drinking, while a study published last year pointed out how that having similar
Valentine’s Wines for Every Type of Couple Read More »
Wine’s mapamundi used to be simple… well, not really but at least more consistent: You’d get your Albarino from Rias Baixas, your Riesling from Germany or Alsace and your Malbec from Argentina (or Cahors, if you are an Old World purist). And while it’s comforting to think that some terroirs offer the ultimate golden spot for certain varieties,
Risk and Reward: Grapes out of their Comfort Zone and into New Terroirs Read More »
The Draft House in Strandhill, Co. Sligo has been awarded Just Ask Restaurant of the Month for February. Since opening in May 2015, Daniel McGarrigle’s gastropub has proved a popular addition to the surfing hotspot of Strandhill, fitting in perfectly with its casual ingredients-led food, its focus on craft drinks and its laid-back atmosphere. The
The Draft House, Co. Sligo, Awarded Bord Bia Just Ask Restaurant of the Month Read More »
“I want to continue my education, with my aspiration to be a Master of Wine before my hair turns grey!” The ambitious life goal might sound like wishful thinking in the voice of most young wine-lovers, but at just 25, Philip Dunne is the Head Sommelier of multi award-wining Ashford Castle, an opportunity that has consolidated his knowledge of wine
Philip Dunne, Ashford Castle’s Five Star Sommelier Read More »
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