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Month: July 2018

Drinking In The Dark

Delight The Senses At This Stimulating Drinking In The Dark Gin Tasting

Ginthusiasts are challenged to test their palates to create their ultimate Gin and Tonic at an exciting gin tasting event. The ever popular Drinking in the Dark series is back again to excite the senses of gin lovers. Beefeater 24 and House have teamed up to bring an stimulating sensory event designed to surprise and delight guests. …

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Best Travel Deals

Start Planning Your Autumn Adventure With This Week’s Best Travel Deals

Feeling the blues since the sun went into hiding? Well, this is the perfect time to get planning your autumn break, whether it be a cruise, an American adventure or a European city break. Italian Mediterranean Cruise Escape to the Italian Mediterranean during a fourteen-night Italian Mediterranean holiday onboard Navigator of the Seas from 16th …

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Victorian Afternoon Tea

Step Back In Time With A Victorian Themed Afternoon Tea In This Beautiful Boutique Hotel

Dine like the Victorians at this fabulous vintage Victorian Afternoon Tea in a beautiful Georgian country house! Overlooking the People’s Park in Limerick’s historic Georgian Quarter, No.1 Pery Square has launched an exciting new afternoon tea. On Sunday 19th August enjoy an afternoon like nothing else, full of tasty treats mixed with literature, fashion and history. This Victorian …

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Gin Liqueur

Sip Some Caribbean Sunshine With Jawbox Gin’s New Gin Liqueurs

Belfast brewery Jawbox Spirits Company have announced the launch of two new premium gin liqueurs, just in time for your summer sips. They have unveiled two new delicious flavours of Pineapple and Ginger and Rhubarb and Ginger. The Caribbean inspired Pineapple and Ginger sees the flavours of fiery ginger mixed with the intense sharpness of sweet …

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Enchanting Bubble Dome

You Need to Add This Enchanting Bubble Dome to Your Summer Staycation Plans

Enchanting Bubble domes are definitely the accommodation of choice for many travellers these days. Perfect for those who want to sleep under the stars, while also enjoying luxurious comforts not commonly found when camping. While there are bubble domes located in all parts of the world, a particularly beautiful one is located right on the …

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New General Manager

This Luxurious Galway Hotel Has Just Appointed a New General Manager

The luxurious 5-star g Hotel & Spa has appointed a new general manager to the team in Galway. Taking up the role is Andrew Drysdale, who brings with him a wealth of experience, professionalism and enthusiasm. Renowned for his innovative concepts and special service, Drysdale is a welcome addition to the luxury Galway venue. A …

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Cocktail Menu

There’s a Red Moon Rising With The Shelbourne’s Quintessentially Irish Signature Cocktail Menu

The Shelbourne Hotel Dublin has launched a Quintessentially Irish Signature Cocktail Menu, and has also given us a sneak peek into the talent behind these creative recipes. Created by Bar Manager Sean McGoldrick and his team of mixologists, the cocktail menu uses predominantly Irish ingredients and liqueurs, including some homemade additions. The goal was to …

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Fabulous Food Festival

Raymond Blanc, Marco Pierre White and Pierre Koffmann Join Forces At This Fabulous Food Festival

Three culinary powerhouses are set to join forces at a fantastic festival this summer. Raymond Blanc, Marco Pierre White and Pierre Koffman will join together at The Big Festival from 24th – 26th August. This festival was created by ex-Blur musician turned award winning cheese monger Alex James. It will be a weekend full of top …

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BBQ With Benefits – Food For Thought to Host Next Pop Up Event in Opium

Talented young chef Dan Hannigan, Sous Chef at Richmond restaurant, has established Food for Thought, a series of pop up events with the aim of raising funds for suicide prevention charities such as Pieta House and 3ts. Following on from the success of Food for Thought’s previous pop-ups in Richmond, The Pigeon House Delgany and …

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Lough Erne Resort

Taste The Summer With Chef Noel McMeel’s New Menu at Lough Erne Resort

The new summer menu at the Catalina Restaurant at Lough Erne Resort will set your tastebuds sizzling. Chef Noel McMeel, who was recently awarded Best Chef in Ulster and finalist for Best Hotel Chef Mentor of Great Britain, created the menu for the resort’s award-winning restaurant. Packing no punches with its latest offerings, Catalina Restaurant’s …

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Island Resort

This Incredible Island Resort Has Been Named The World’s Best Hotel – Have You Been?

Travellers have never had so much choice when it comes to holiday accommodation. With everything from budget hotels and Air b&b’s to the most unique and luxurious properties. Travel magazine, Travel + Leisure, have revealed the results of their 2018 World’s Best Awards, with readers voting for their favourite hotels, destinations and much more. The …

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Social Gallery – GUINNESS X MEATOPIA 2018 A Weekend Of Fire And Flames

It was all fire and fun at GUINNESS X MEATOPIA 2018 last weekend. The residency took over the Open Gate Brewery at  St.James’s Gate from 6th – 8th July. Over three days the top barbecue chefs and pit masters grilled up culinary delights over sustainable wood and charcoal, from melt in the mouth pork to …

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Scrumptious Festival

Dessert Lovers Rejoice! A Scrumptious Festival is Coming Your Way

Calling all dessert lovers (basically everyone on the planet)! This summer, Ireland is going to celebrate all things sweet with the country’s first ever national dessert festival. Yes, you read that correctly. #DessertFSTVL is taking place from July 23rd to 29th 2018, with venues all over the country pulling out all the stops for this …

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World's Best Hotel

Ultimate Getaway Goals! One of Ireland’s Most Luxurious Hotels Unveils €2,000 Per Night Cottage

The World’s Best Hotel the five star Ballyfin Demense in Co.Laois have teamed up with London based interior designer Colin Orchard to restore the properties Gardener’s Cottage to unbelievable new heights. Ballyfin Demense scooped the title of ‘Best Hotel in the World’ by Condé Nast Traveler in 2016 reconfirming this luxurious hotel is the ultimate indulgence. …

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Top Chefs to Serve Up Fantastic Irish Seafood This Weekend At The Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival

The Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival returns for its 33rd year on 12th – 18th July to the delight of seafood lovers. The week long celebration will be a jam packed day of tastings, wine pairings, cookery demonstrations, history walks and much more. One of the main highlights of the festival will be the popular Fish Friday on Friday …

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Social Gallery - Perrier Jouët

Social Gallery – Perrier Jouët Launch Summer Tasting Menu at Wilde

Champagne lovers united at WILDE Restaurant in The Westbury to celebrate the launch of Perrier Jouët’s Belle Époque Summer Tasting Menu. It was certainly a sparkling affair as guests enjoyed chilled glasses of this iconic brand alongside stunning plates of summery fare. Hervé Deschamps, the Cellar Master of Perrier-Jouët flew over from France to officially launch …

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Win a Hamper

Win a Hamper of Ireland’s Favourite Beers Plus Tickets to The Open Gate Brewery at St. James’ Gate – CLOSED

Calling all beer lovers! August 3rd is International Beer Day and to celebrate, The Irish Brewers Association has a fantastic prize up for grabs. The representative body of Ireland’s leading brewers is offering a hamper of beers and brewery tours worth €200. The beers in the prize come from Molson Coors (Franciscan Well), the Carlow …

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Spanish Wine Week

Love Great Wine and Food? You Need to Add These Two Spanish Wine Dinners to Your Must-Do List

Calling all those with an appreciation for great food and Spanish wine. This July, Wines from Spain is partnering with Ballyvolane House and The Legal Eagle to bring the spirit of San Fermín to Ireland. Wines from Spain is delighted to host two showcase dinners, one in the Cork countryside and another in Dublin city, …

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Travel Deals

Bucket List Travel – Here Are This Week’s Best Travel Deals

The world is a big place and trying to tick all your bucket list destinations off that all-important list can be a struggle. Luckily, exploring the world is made easier with some truly unique holiday packages to destinations both far and wide. Here are this week’s best travel deals. Visit the paradise island of Borneo …

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