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December 2017

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Fizz Frenzy Alert: Here’s Why you Should Stock Up on Prosecco Before the 22nd of December

Planning to buy some fizz for the holidays? Then you might want to time your visit to the shop smartly and make sure you stock up before Saturday 23rd of December. Why? That is the day that Prosecco sales are expected to soar and you might even risk going home empty handed if you leave it […]

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Schmidt Ireland

France’s Leading Kitchen Brand Has Launched in Ireland and You Need to Visit the Stunning Showroom

The French know a thing or two about gastronomy, and while you might not have yet mastered the skills of the classic cuisine, you can now you get a bit of French flair in your kitchen design as Schmidt, France’s leading kitchen and interiors brand, has launched into the Irish market. Celebrating the arrival of

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Win 6 Bottles of Premium California Wines from the Award-Winning Rombauer Vineyards

Win 6 Bottles of Premium California Wines from the Award-Winning Rombauer Vineyards – CLOSED

Wines from the Golden State are known for their high quality and regarded as a reliable choice that consistently exceeds expectations, especially when it comes to premium bottles. This has been a brilliant year for California wines in Ireland, as oenophiles in the country were treated to the fantastic California Wine Fair and took part

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Best Christmas Markets

Dublin’s Best Christmas Markets – Where to Get Your Festive Fix This Weekend

Looking to get into the festive spirit in Dublin this weekend. Well, why not visit one of the super Christmas markets taking place in the capital over the weekend. Keep reading to plan your festive weekend in the big smoke! Dublin Flea Christmas Market The fifth year of the Dublin Flea Christmas Market takes place

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6 Experiential Christmas Gifts for Wine Lovers and Drinks Enthusiasts

6 Experiential Christmas Gifts for Wine Lovers and Drinks Enthusiasts

Are you trying to give a memorable present to a wine enthusiast or to a loved one who knows their uisce beatha? Yes, a bottle of their favourite beverage will be very well received, but if you really want your gift to stand out, treating them to an experience that helps them enhance their knowledge, encourages them to

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This Irish Christmas Market is Making Sure The Elderly Are Included in This Year’s Festivities

Christmas is a time of giving and it’s so important to make sure the elderly, who may be feeling particularly lonely, are included in the fun of the festive season. With this in mind, the organisers behind the Strandhill Christmas Market, which is held inside Sligo Airport, are encouraging people to offer their elderly neighbours

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Chapter One Irish Restaurants

Nine Irish Restaurants Make La Liste’s Top 1,000 Outstanding Restaurants in The World

Nine Irish restaurants have been included in La Liste’s ranking of the top 1,000 outstanding restaurants in the world. Topping the list for the second year in a row is Guy Savoy, the 3-Michelin star restaurant in Paris. The first Irish restaurant to appear on the list is Dublin’s Patrick Guilbaud. The two star Michelin restaurant

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This is the Reason Why You Shouldn’t Drink Prosecco from a Plastic Cup

We get it: you’ve guests, you’re unprepared and they bring a lovely, chilled bottle of Prosecco to share with you. Cue plastic glasses. While they are practical, you might be doing your bubbles a disfavour by serving them in this recipient, and not just because of the non-fancy feeling, as researchers have recently found out.

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Coffee Fix

Here’s Where You Can Get Your Coffee Fix For Just €1 This Morning in Dublin’s Temple Bar

You can get your coffee fix in one of our favourite little coffee shops this morning for next to nothing. Cocobrew in Temple Bar are celebrating their first birthday today and all coffees are priced at just €1. But better be quick though as the offer is only on until 12 noon. A cup of

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Chef Killian Crowley

The Best Possible Taste Podcast – San Pellegrino Young Chef Killian Crowley and More

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon speaks to Chef Brian McDermott, Chef Killian Crowley and also visits Ballfin Demesne. Chef Brian McDermott from Donegal meets Sharon Noonan in her hometown of Newcastle West, Co Limerick. Brian will be sharing all his latest news, including details about his new cookbook, which is being published

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Get a Taste of the Sligo Food Trail’s Marvellous Christmas Markets This December

There’s magic in the air during the festive season along the Sligo Food Trail, with a number of marvellous Christmas markets on offer. All of the county’s regular markets have special Christmas celebrations taking place this Decemeber, so be sure to pop the dates in your diary. Strandhill People’s Market It’s double delights at Strandhill

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Culinary Christmas Festival

Get to Carlow This Weekend to Join Irish Chefs for Special Culinary Christmas Festival

A special Culinary Christmas Festival is taking place this Thursday to Saturday, December 7th – 9th in Carlow. Kicking off at 8pm, the festival, which is taking place at VISUAL, is a 3-day showcase of all things food and drink in Carlow, with food demonstrations from Neven Maguire, Kevin Dundon and Catherine Fulvio taking place.

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SAMAS Spa Park Hotel Kenmare

Win an Overnight at Park Hotel Kenmare with a SÁMAS Spa Experience Plus Dinner – CLOSED

The deluxe destination of SÁMAS Spa sits within the prestigious and vibrant Park Hotel Kenmare, with wonderful facilities that include SISLEY Treatments, a 25 metre Lap Pool, as well as a cinema box and Daily Lifestyle Classes. A place that isn’t ashamed to be old-fashioned, this Victorian landmark, dates back to 1897 and boasts splendid

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Chocolate Hazelnut Cream

Food Lovers Will Adore This Year’s Gifted Craft Fair at The RDS

The Gifted Contemporary Craft & Design Fair is currently taking place in the RDS Dublin, with incredible gift ideas for all your loved ones. You’ll be spoiled for choice in the fair’s Food Emporium, with more than 100 artisan food producers showcasing the best of the season’s bounty. Whether you’re after chocolate and sweet treats

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Lemuel’s Festive Afternoon Teas Have Sparkling Luxury for the Grown Ups and Treats for the Little Ones

Enjoying an afternoon tea is a wonderful experience all year round, but come Christmas time, it becomes even more special as the treats get a festive upgrade and the occasion becomes more joyful and celebratory. At Lemuel’s, located within the stylish Conrad Dublin, they’re offering not one but two gorgeous festive afternoon teas to choose from this

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A Spicy Aussie Shiraz at a Great Value to Warm you Up this Winter

A Spicy Aussie Shiraz at a Great Value to Warm you Up this Winter

While we’re reading about the possibility of snow (but rarely seeing any), the southern hemisphere is enjoying the wonders of summer. Christmas in Australia marks the beginning of summer and it’s a season for barbecues, beach parties and long days of fun… Feel like booking a ticket already? So do I. While organising a trip Down

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