January 2018

This French Wine Evening at Piglet Wine Bar is the Perfect Excuse for a Delicious Soirée

One of Dublin’s best wine bars is hosting a Francophile event that combines great vins and French food at very reasonable prices. French Wine Evening is back at Piglet Wine Bar on Cow’s Lane, an event that celebrates the joie of l’apéro. Its first edition of 2018 will take place this Thursday 18th of January at […]

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Win a Luxury Overnight Stay for Two at Galgorm Resort & Spa with Dinner – ClOSED

Competitions / Erica Bracken

Only 30 minutes away from Belfast, Galgorm Resort & Spa is the perfect location to relax and get away from it all. This luxurious hotel in Northern Ireland is set across 163 acres of lush parkland with the spectacular River Maine flowing through the estate, it truly has a unique setting. Galgorm boasts 122 luxurious

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Non-Alcoholic Irish Lager Pure Brew Launched Today at the Open Gate Brewery

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Today, 17th of January 2018, the Brewers at St. James’s Gate introduced the new Open Gate Pure Brew, a non-alcoholic lager that offers full-flavours and is in tune with consumers’ changing habits, offering a grown-up alternative to those wishing to enjoy a great tasting Irish beer even when not consuming alcohol. The new beer was introduced

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The Best Possible Taste Podcast – Lizzy Lyons, Simon Delaney And More

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon Noonan visits the Kingdom and meets Flogas Ambassador and Sunday AM cook, Lizzy Lyons. Lizzy, from Lizzy’s Little Kitchen in Listowel, talks to Sharon about her plans for 2018, which include a pop-up with actor/presenter Simon Delaney. Sharon also travels to Tralee to meet award-winning cheese maker

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New €3 Million Ship to Debut in May For Doolin to Aran Islands Crossings

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

A new 200-seater ‘cruise ship’ worth €3 million is currently being built in France in order to further increase the crossings between the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Commissioned by the Garrihy family, who run the Doolin2Aran Ferries, the ship will function as a ferry to the Aran islands, while

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Galway Chefs Cook Up a Storm to Kick Off European Region of Gastronomy 2018

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

The Best Young Chef In Europe, GMIT’s Aisling Rock and four leading Galway chefs treated the Galway Hospitality Industry with a feast to open the first flaghship event of Galway and West of Ireland’s European Region of Gastronomy at a glittering Black Tie function in the newly branded Galmont Hotel and Spa, Galway, formerly the

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Plan Your Dream Trip at This Year’s Holiday World Show in Dublin’s RDS

Events, Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

The Holiday World Show is taking place next week, from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th January. The perfect place to plan your dream holiday, visitors can meet over 1,000 travel professionals from around the world and avail of show-only discounts and deals. Taking place in the RDS Simmonscourt, the travel experts at the world show

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kelly and coopers Now is Blackrock's turn to welcome a new place, as the leafy suburb has seen the opening of Kelly & Coopers, a new pub and kitchen in the heart of the area

This New Gastropub in Blackrock is the Perfect Spot to Meet for a Pint

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

We’ve been spoiled recently by a series of bar openings all across Dublin. There really is something new out there for every personality and budget, from the ultra luxurious 9 Below by Stephen’s Green, to the charming Cafe Rubis on Parliament Street and the lively Phibsborough gastropub The Bald Eagle, just to name a few. Now

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The Popular ‘Pigeon Projects’ Initiative Returns to The Pigeon House Clontarf

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

The Pigeon House has earned a reputation as one of Clontarf’s finest eateries, securing a Michelin Bib Gourmand within a year of opening for exceptional dishes, served in informal and casual surroundings. Not keen to rest on his laurels, Chef Proprietor Brian Walsh last year launched the Pigeon Projects initiative, which saw him hand over

A Great Value Chardonnay that Shows an Unexpected Side of Argentina

Drinks, Small Bites, Wine / Gaby Guedez

There are plenty of things that quickly come to mind when you think about Argentina: Tango, barbecue, football and Malbec, to name a few. But if you dig a bit deeper, less known but equally interesting facts about the South American country appear: Argentinians are among the biggest radio listeners in the world, it was

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Brittany Ferries Celebrate 40 Years With Ireland’s First Ever Direct Ferry Link to Spain

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

Brittany Ferries are celebrating their 40th anniversary with the launch of a new direct ferry route from Ireland to Spain. Launching this April, the route will make two return sailings a week from Cork to Santander in Northern Spain, marking the first time there has ever been a ferry service linking Ireland and Spain. Brittany

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Oh La La! This Charming New Creperie and Wine Bar Sounds Magnifique

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

What could be better than authentic French crepes? A cosy creperie which doubles as a wine bar, that’s what. Voici Creperie and Wine Bar is a tempting new addition to the D6 suburb of Rathmines and we can’t wait to visit. This cosy little eatery serves traditionally made galettes, crafted with black sarrasin flour, sourced

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Siucra x Catherine Fulvio Pan Fried Pear and Pancetta Salad Recipe with Goat's Cheese

Pan Fried Pear and Pancetta Salad Recipe with Goat’s Cheese by Siúcra and Catherine Fulvio

Family Recipes, Meat Recipes, Recipes, Star Chef Recipes / Roisin Flynn

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Siúcra has created this mouth-watering salad recipe for you to enjoy at any time of the day. The combination of sweet and juicy pears, crispy pancetta and creamy goat’s cheese make for the perfect salad to rustle up in the kitchen this winter. Serves 4 Ingredients: Salad –

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Beat The January Blues With These Super Sales This Travel Tuesday

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

Yesterday may have been the most depressing day of the year, but we’re here to help you beat those January blues and plan the perfect holiday. Luckily, a number of airlines and ferry companies decided you needed a little cheering up too! Fly to the US with WOW air WOW air, Iceland’s low-cost airline, has

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Love Whiskey? A Celebration of Scotch is Coming | Burns Night Tasting

Love Whiskey? An Unmissable Celebration of Scotch is Taking Place this Month

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

If you are into whiskey, save the date: Next Thursday 25th of January. On this evening, the Celtic Whiskey Club will treat you to a memorable evening of celebration of Scotland’s finest food and whiskey at the “Burns Night Tasting.” The event will take place at 57 The Headline from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm

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Book Your Wedding With Beaufield Mews This Month to Receive a Free Gift

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

Beaufield Mews restaurant is currently offering a complimentary cupcake tower or the ever popular savoury option of a ‘cheese’ cake to everyone who books their wedding with them before the end of January 2018. Nestled in Woodlands Avenue in Stillorgan, Beaufield Mews restaurant has been family run for almost 70 years. Available for hire for

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A Craft Beer and Food Pairing Experience is Coming to this Beloved Dublin Café

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

When we hear about a food and drink pairing dinner, it’s generally a wine lover’s experience. However, this Sunday 28th of January, a very special evening for craft beer enthusiasts will take place at the lively Legit Coffee Co in Dublin 8. Titled “Who Let the Dogs Out?” the pop-up event will feature a five-course dinner

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Home Away From Home – House Brand Set to Open in Belfast’s Thriving City Centre

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

House Belfast is opening its doors for business, making it the third development in the House brand, with properties already located in Dublin and Limerick. Based in Botanic Avenue, the £2 million investment is the latest addition to Belfast’s thriving hotel, bar and restaurant sector. Offering 31 bedrooms, a restaurant, basement bar and club, and

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Tesco’s New Vegan Range is Here to Make Plant-Based Eating Easy and Delicious

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Tesco has teamed up with chef and innovator Derek Sarno to create Wicked Kitchen, a range of plant-based meals that are affordable, convenient and irresistible whether you’re vegan or simply enjoy a delicious vegan-friendly meal. The range is available exclusively at Tesco, and it was launched recently in over 70 Irish stores nationwide. Wicked Kitchen celebrates everything

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Win Dinner for Two with a Bottle of Wine at Sophie’s Restaurant at the Dean Hotel – CLOSED

Competitions / Gaby Guedez

Sophie’s, at the Dean Hotel, is a beautiful and modern glasshouse restaurant, boasting stunning 360 degree views of Dublin, from cityscape to countryside, it has an outlook like no other – Dublin’s weather is their wallpaper! Giving local ingredients a New York – Italian twist, Sophie’s serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with a delectable

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Michelin Star Chef to Open Luxurious New Eatery in Former Thornton’s Restaurant

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

The Irish have made quite a mark on the London dining scene, from Robin Gill in the Dairy to Anna Haugh in Bob Bob Ricard. Tallaght native chef Andy McFadden has manned the kitchen in Michelin-starred restaurants Pied à Terre and L’Autre Pied but has returned to Dublin to open his own restaurant, Glovers Alley. As

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