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Month: March 2018

Weekend Sorted: This Wine and Cheese Festival in the Eatyard Looks Brie-lliant

Weekend Sorted: This Wine and Cheese Festival in the Eatyard Looks Brie-lliant

Wine and cheese are just one of those things that match so perfectly that one simply calls for the other. If the idea of nibbling on an assortment of tasty, cheese bites from the best artisan producers while sipping on a glass of vino appeals to you, make room in your calendar to drop by …

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World Potato Congress

Spectacular Spuds – Ireland to Host World Potato Congress in 2021

The Irish Potato Federation, with the support of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Bord Bia, Fáilte Ireland and Teagasc has won the bid to host the World Potato Congress (WPC) in 2021 in Dublin. At the launch in the RDS, Andrew Doyle T.D., Minister of State in the Department of Agriculture, Food …

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Here’s Where You Can Enjoy Ireland’s Best Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and the country’s finest have been showcased at the second annual Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards, celebrating the very best in the hospitality industry. At a breakfast gathering of a who’s who of Irish food producers and hoteliers at The Intercontinental Dublin, guests and nominees were …

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This Gorgeous Chardonnay is the Perfect Treat for Fans of Rich and Buttery Whites

This Gorgeous Chardonnay is the Perfect Treat for Fans of Rich and Buttery Whites

Chardonnay’s spirit animal is the chameleon. The variety can go from crisp and fresh to rich and creamy whites (and of course, it’s the backbone of many a Champagne and other world-class bubbly!) and unlike some grapes that might only perform in their comfort terroirs, Chardo can offer high quality in many different regions and adapts to …

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RAI Awards 2018 – The Best Restaurants in Munster Have Been Revealed

The second of four regional finals in this year’s Irish Restaurant Awards took place in the Radisson Blu, Little Island, Cork, last night where 91 awards were presented to the country’s leading chefs, restaurants and pubs. The awards covered a wide range of venues and the winners from each of Munster’s six counties were selected …

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Lough Erne Resort Hosted a Fabulous Wine Dinner with the Iconic Californian Ridge Winery (Social Gallery)

Social Gallery – Lough Erne Resort Hosted a Fabulous Wine Dinner with the Iconic Californian Ridge Vineyards

Last Wednesday 14th of March, Lough Erne Resort hosted an unforgettable wine dinner with the iconic California winery Ridge Vineyards, treating attendees to a delectable selection of eight courses masterfully paired with Ridge’s premium California wines. The luxurious five-star hotel gave the spotlight to guest speaker David Amadia, Ridge Vineyard’s President, who shared the fascinating history of the …

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Noki & Co.

An All-Leinster Edition of the Poacher’s Gin & Tonic Club is Coming to Dublin Bar Academy

Who doesn’t like a glossy G&T? Thanks to the newly launched Poacher’s Gin & Tonic Club, you can now enjoy the popular tipple in the company of like-minded people in a monthly gathering of sampling, learning and enjoying the finest Irish and international gins. For their upcoming edition, this 29th of March, an all-Leinster selection …

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Top Sligo Chefs to Cook Up a Taste of Spring Feast to Celebrate the Best of the Northwest

Following the outstanding success of the sell out Harvest Feast last October, Sligo Food Trail is delighted to announce the “Taste of Spring Feast” which takes place on Friday 20th April 2018 at the Radisson Blu Hotel and Spa. This gastronomic event is a joint effort from Sligo’s top chefs and promises to be a …

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West Waterford Food Festival

Beautiful South – The Line-Up For This Year’s West Waterford Food Festival is Here

Celebrating its 11th year, the West Waterford Festival of Food will bring the community together for a weekend of fascinating discussions, fun events and delicious food. The theme for this year’s festival is celebration and the festival will celebrate our farmers from both the land and sea. Kicking off on Friday 20th April with the …

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World Home Economics Day

Chef Neven Maguire Joins Students to Celebrate World Home Economics Day

In celebration of World Home Economics Day, award-winning Chef Neven Maguire has been announced as the new ambassador for Home Economics in Ireland with The Association of Teachers of Home Economics (ATHE). The theme of World Home Economics Day 2018 is Home Economics Literacy: Skills for Healthy and Sustainable Cooking. As the only school subject …

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The Makers of Gunpowder Gin are Set to Release a Premium Irish Vodka

If you’re a fan of the tremendously popular Gunpowder Gin, which many gin lovers across the country count among their favourites for a G&T, then you’ll be intrigued to hear that The Shed Distillery behind the best-selling blue gin is set to release a premium Irish vodka. Sausage Tree Pure Irish Vodka was unveiled to …

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Lindt Chocolate

Get Your Chocolate Fix For a Good Cause This Easter With Lindt Chocolate and Temple Street Hospital

Unleash your inner chocoholic for a worthy cause this Easter by helping Lindt Chocolate Ireland “Make Easter Sweet for Temple Street”. A successful initiative over the past 11 years, the Lindt Gold Bunny Personalisation Station in Dundrum Town Centre is a real treat for both children and adults. Taking place from Friday March 23rd to …

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Flahvan's

Pimp Up Your Porridge – Here’s Where You Can Get Free Breakfast This Week

Are you constantly looking for ways to improve your breakfast offering? Whether you’re running late for work in the morning or you just aren’t sure how to pimp your porridge, look no further than Flahavan’s #officeoats breakfast pop-up. Running in WeWork’s new Iveagh Court office on Harcourt Street, you can get free Flahavan’s porridge this …

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Sonas Healthfood

The Best Possible Taste Podcast – Sonas Healthfood And More

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon Noonan chats to a number of female producers in collaboration with Sonas Healthfood. Celebrating female food producers in Ireland with Rosemarie Bennis in Sonas Healthfood shop in Newcastle West, Co Limerick, Sharon also speaks to Gosi Sobkowicz about the importance of ingredients to make her handcrafted candles. …

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Darina Allen. photo by Daniel Callen

Celebrity Chefs to Headline Food Futures Event this Week

This Wednesday 21st of March will see the first ever Food Futures 2030 event take place in the five star Heritage Killenard, Co. Laois. This interactive trade event will bring food producers, food service suppliers and buyers together under the one roof to increase the chances of securing lasting trading relationships. Connect 2 Laois are …

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Bubble Hotels

These Bubble Hotels in Switzerland Are The Most Luxurious Way to Experience Nature

Bubble hotels and unique bubble accommodations are all the rage these days, from sleeping under the stars in a bubble tent in Australia, to staying wrapped up in a bubble in a Mexican vineyard. And now you’ll find the newest bubble hotel in beautiful Switzerland. With spectacular views and an incredibly luxurious four poster bed, …

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Travel Tuesday – Treat Yourself With The Best of This Week’s Travel Deals

The bank holiday weekend is over, so before the fear sets in, take a moment to plan something exciting for your next holiday. From once-in-a-lifetime experiences to an American adventure and much more, here are this week’s best taste travel deals. Experience a 4-star stay at the Pentahotel Hong Kong Kowloon this May. With prices …

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