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October 2017

Wonderful Wedding Venues

A Resort Unlike Anything You Have Seen Before – Galgorm Resort & Spa Review

There is something about the change of seasons that always spurs on a little “me time”. Summer may have ended but we weren’t quite ready to submit to the winter blues just yet, so we decided to treat ourselves to an indulgent escape to one of the top spa locations in Northern Ireland. Galgorm Spa […]

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Kanpai to Sake! - Why the Love for Japan's National Drink is on the Rice

Kanpai to Sake! Why Our Love for Japan’s National Drink is on the Rice

It’s no surprise that sake is so misunderstood by us westerners. Our alcoholic history mostly involves fermenting, brewing and distilling fruit and grain – and even then we generally have a hard time getting beyond the basics of wine and beer. Sake, on the other hand, involves polished rice, mould, and exotic flavours such as

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Gifts From The Sea – The Perfect Midweek Escape to The Wild Atlantic Way

Never underestimate the power of seaweed…these were the thoughts that flitted through my mind as I experienced a nourishing and calming seaweed bath in Strandhill, Co. Sligo. Here I was in the final hour of my indulgent midweek break on the Wild Atlantic Way and I didn’t want it to end. My journey began early

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Walsh Whiskey

Win a Personalised Whiskey Hamper from Walsh Whiskey and a Distillery Tour Experience – Closed

Set in lush countryside, on an 18th century estate, in Ireland’s Ancient East Region, Walsh Whiskey Distillery at Royal Oak is a truly spectacular place to experience exceptional whiskeys being crafted. Situated on the banks of the River Barrow, directly over the Barrow Valley Aquifer, Walsh Whiskey Distillery is home to The Irishman and Writers’

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Wicked Wholefoods'

Win a Year’s Supply of Scrumptious Gránola From Wicked Wholefoods – CLOSED

Wicked Wholefoods is one of the most exciting new healthy food companies in Ireland right now. “Healthy eating is your health insurance”, says Tara-Lee Byrne, professional wholefoods chef and flavour queen who has created a 100% free from range of premium nutritious gránolas. Called ‘For the Love of Gránola’, inspired by the Irish word for

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rick or Tipples – We Transformed 7 Monsters into Cocktails for your Halloween Enjoyment

Trick or Tipples – Halloween Cocktails So Good You’ll Shiver While You Shake

Ancient horrors and Hollywood’s scariest have the spotlight: we have taken inspiration from the meanest and the spookiest monsters for a spirited special filled with Halloween cocktails so prepare to mix and shake drinks that will echo marine behemoths, eerie wanderers and other supernatural creatures… No need to wait until the end of the month to

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The Boxty House TheTaste Review

Discovering Irish Heritage Food All Over Again in the Heart of Temple Bar – Gallagher’s Boxty House Review

It’s always wonderful to know that in Ireland we are blessed with excellent produce, of which we are very proud when dining out at home but also when abroad. What’s even better is how many restaurants across the Emerald Isle use only the best, often local ingredients that’s then well reflected on their menu and

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This Funky Mexican Spot Will Have You Craving Mondays – Oxaca Dundrum Review

If there’s one habit I need to try to kick, it has to be my propensity to treat bi-weekly trips to Dundrum Town Centre as my birthright. My bank account and general well-being would definitely benefit from taking up a different hobby. Admitting you have a problem is the first step to overcoming it they

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A Charming Charlemont Street Café You Need to Visit – Sip & Slurp Café Review

If you haven’t yet visited Sip & Slurp, on Charlemont Street, then you may have already drooled over their Instagram feed. There you’ll find generously filled wraps, the finest latte art, hearty salads and oozing cheese toasties, pulled apart for dramatic effect. Nestled between the bustle and hustle of Harcourt Street and Camden Street, I

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Autumn Ales - Four Fantastic Brews to Try this Month

Autumn Ales – Four Fantastic and Flavourful Irish Craft Brews to Try this Month

The days are getting shorter, the leaves are starting to change, and there’s a crispness in the air – all signs that autumn has finally arrived. Still warm days are giving way to colder evenings which make autumn the perfect season for a variety of fabulous beers. It’s especially a great time to sample some

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Il Grillo di Santa Tresa Spumante - Wine of the Week from O'Briens Wine

If you Like Prosecco, You’re Going to Love this Bubbly Sicilian

October brings crisp evenings and autumnal splendor. Halloween decorations intertwined with the premature sparkle of Christmas ornaments beginning to pop up remind us that this is a season for many a celebration. It’s also a time to try new things and while the weather’s change seems to lure us into velvety and rich reds, nothing says

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Michelin Starred Restaurants Deanes EIPIC

The Gilded Gourmet Gang – The 2018 Guide to Michelin Starred Restaurants in Ireland

Though the relevance it holds is called into question by a few it is hard to dispute that restaurant-goers place more trust in the Michelin Guide as a mark of quality than any other dining listing, award or rating. And so, since the very first Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland was published in

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A Glass of Wine Under The Stars – Stay in a Mexican Vineyard’s Unique Bubble Hotel

How do you feel about sleeping in a bubble hotel under 5 million stars in a Mexican vineyard? Odds are, you’ll be looking up flight deals as you read this. A unique experience, these state-of-the-art bubbles are located in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico’s most well-known wine country. Unique to North America, Campera is a ten

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Exploring Switzerland’s Valais Region – Food, Wine & Nature Guide

Valais is just one of 26 cantons or regions in Switzerland. Small and mighty, the region has a varied mix of cultures, languages and activities. Whether you find yourself drawn to the majestic Alps and the crystal clear lakes, the rich variety of wines grown in the mountainous vineyards or the traditional Swiss cuisine, there’s

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Craft Bistro Harolds Cross Dublin Suburban Restaurants

Neighbourhood Gems – 12 Dublin Suburban Restaurants to Tempt You Outside the City Limits

Dublin’s title as a culinary destination is being heralded both at home and abroad, as Irish and international press pick on the capital’s status as a hub for food lovers that has picked up pace in recent years. Though the city’s varied and diverse culinary offerings are more plentiful than many visitors, and even locals,

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Córdoba, Spain – The Beautiful City of Cobbled Streets and Flower Pots

Córdoba is located in the south of Spain in the sunny province of Andalucía. A small city, the historic centre of Córdoba was an important Roman city and a major Islamic centre in the middle ages. The UNESCO World Heritage site is best known for its Mosque-Cathedral and is an ideal place to visit for

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Deanes EIPIC Chef Danni Barry

Danni Barry Leaves Michelin Starred EIPIC to Open New Casual Restaurant

It has been a whirlwind couple of years for Chef Danni Barry, who after taking up the mantle at Michael Deane’s EIPIC in March 2014 landed a Michelin star in September 2015. Having retained the star for the third year running at this year’s Michelin Guide UK and Ireland announcement, Danni has revealed that she

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