October 2023

Homestead Cottage Launches New Tasting Menu Celebrating Wild Irish Game

With the wild Irish game season in full swing from November 1st, Homestead Cottage in Doolin, Co. Clare – recently named one of the Michelin Guide inspectors’ favourite new restaurants for 2023 – has created a new seven-course tasting menu for Dinner that encapsulates Autumn, celebrating the best of the west’s bountiful local larder. After […]

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Navigating the Storm: Overcoming Obstacles Faced by SMEs in the Irish Hospitality Industry

Features / Sara Abdulmagid

Sponsored Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the Irish hospitality industry have always faced a myriad of challenges. However, these challenges have recently intensified, creating a perfect storm that threatens the very existence of many businesses. Whether you begin with the rising costs of raw materials and energy bills, staff shortages, fluctuating wages, payroll management,

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A Festive Affair This Christmas At Castlemartyr Resort

Christmas, Christmas - Escapes, Christmas - Gifts, Christmas - News / Sara Abdulmagid

Be fully immersed in the traditions of the Irish festive season, with an unforgettable Christmas celebration at Castlemartyr Resort. Decked out in its festive finery, the luxurious, heritage resort is inviting guests to make merry memories as they enjoy a tailored Christmas celebration with award-winning dining, 250 acres of beautiful winter landscape to explore and

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The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection Officially Launches

News, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection officially announced its arrival in the city with a spectacular tribute to Dublin’s boundless creative and industrial energy. The College Green Hotel is a unique blend of Dublin’s history and character, and guests were introduced to the rich tapestry of its history, brought to life within its walls, and

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Powerscourt Distillery Unveils: Distillery Select 17-Year-Old Single Malt Quarter Cask Apple Brandy Finish

Drinks, News, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

The Powerscourt Distillery proudly announces a distinct and exclusive offering: a 17-year-old Single Malt, matured to perfection and uniquely finished in Apple Brandy Quarter Casks. With an RRP of €150, strictly limited release is available while stocks last directly from the Distillery Visitors Centre or online. This 17-year-old whiskey was bottled in September 2023 and springs from

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Competition: Win Dinner and Drinks for 4 People in Glas Restaurant Dublin – Competition closed: Winner is Carol Hevia

Competitions / Sara Abdulmagid

Glas is inspired by Ireland – the vibrant landscape, the people, the food… and they consider vegetables to be the unsung heroes of Irish food! This is why they have made plant-based ingredients the star of the show at their restaurant. Expect exciting, eclectic flavours at Glas, complemented by a carefully-curated, innovative menu of wines

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Spiced Roasted Root Vegetable Soup Recipe By Monika Coghlan

Family Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Recipes, Seasonal Recipes, Vegetarian / Vegan / admin

No better way to warm up these wintery cold days that with a Spiced Roasted Root Vegetable Soup recipe! Get warm by the stove while preparing this steamy pot of comfort food at its best, Lunch or dinner, a creamy soup is always a good idea. Vegetable Soup Recipe Ingredients: Serves 4. – 3 carrots,

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Chicken Kiev Recipe from Flavour by Mark Moriarty

Cookbook Reviews, Dinner, Family Recipes, Poultry Recipes, Recipes / Sara Abdulmagid

A little extra work, yes, but this chicken kiev recipe repays you with tonnes of flavour and value. I usually make the Kievs in advance and keep them in the fridge. The biggest fear with them is that they burst and fall apart when you’re frying, but by breadcrumbing twice they hold together perfectly. Much

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Cosy Drinks in Dublin To Warm Up This Autumn Season

Features / Sara Abdulmagid

We only get a few weeks of ‘in-between’ weather, where it’s cold enough to enjoy a picturesque walk in the park with a warm drink in your hand, but not too cold that your fingers are freezing off. Although a classic PSL (pumpkin spice latte, for those not acquainted) is always warranted, a chai latte

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Tuscan Wine Tasting Autumn Event at Roly’s Ballsbridge

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

The Wine Shop at Roly’s, in association with Pembroke Wines, will hold its first autumn wine tasting on Monday, 6th of November. The Tuscan wine tasting event will be hosted by Ed Joliffe of Pembroke Wines, former Sommelier at Chapter One restaurant. Ed will showcase four Italian wines on the evening – Antica Vigna Soave 2022 followed by three wines from Argiano, one of the oldest

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Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Grá Chocolates Launch Cocktail Masterclass Series with Black Bush Stories

Features, News, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Sponsored Bushmills Irish Whiskey® is to collaborate with Gráinne Mullins, award-winning chef, Chocolatier and founder of Grá Chocolates for the return of the Black Bush Stories campaign, 2023. Working with Bushmills’ aromatic and characterful Black Bush whiskey, Gráinne has created a new limited edition Grá Chocolates x Bushmills Black Bush hot chocolate that she will

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Éalú – The Health, Wellness, Fitness and Family Fun Centre Opens on the Ashford Castle Estate

Lifestyle, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

There’s a new energy on the Ashford Castle country estate following today’s launch of Éalú, a new vibrant state-of-the-art health & fitness centre for guests of both Ashford Castle and The Lodge at Ashford Castle (images attached). Éalú, meaning ‘escape’, features a pavilion style building with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, a fifteen-metre swimming pool with a

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Winterage Festival to Celebrate The Best of Burren Food

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Food and drink producers from the Burren Ecotourism Network are to showcase their products at one of Ireland’s most iconic agritourism events at the end of this month – the Winterage Festival. The Burren Beo Trust’s ‘Winterage Festival’ marks the ancient farming tradition of ‘winterage’ – herding cattle onto the higher limestone uplands for the winter months

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Trick or Treat Yourself with the InterContinental Dublin Halloween Afternoon Tea

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

The five-star InterContinental Dublin has announced a frightfully tasty Halloween Afternoon Tea menu, which will be available from Monday 23rd October to Tuesday October 31st. Cosy up on an Autumn afternoon and relax in the luxurious Lobby Lounge or newly refurbished Reading Room at InterContinental Dublin, overlooking the leafy garden terrace. Choose from a selection of delicate finger

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Shake Up Your Sunday Roast With a Peruvian Butcher’s Block at Zampas

News, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Bored of the traditional meat and three veg on a Sunday? Next time you crave a quality roast with all the trimmings, add The Butcher’s Block at Zampas to your hit list. Serving up a selection of premium Irish meats straight from the fiery Asador with the bold and generous flavours of Peru, The Butcher’s

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There’s A New Asian-Themed Cocktail Menu at Opium Restaurant & Bar

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Well known for their delicious cocktails, there’s now an all new Asian-themed cocktail menu at Opium! Serving up tastes of Thailand, Japan and Vietnam, Opium’s new cocktail menu is full of colourful and sophisticated Asian-inspired drinks, with something for everyone. The Opium team has incorporated flavours from spirits like Japanese Midori Liqueur as well as

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The SPADE Shared Kitchen, A Facility Perfect for Start-Up Food and Drink Producers, Is Open In Stoneybatter

News, Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

A new open plan shared kitchen in Stoneybatter, the SPADE Shared Kitchen, has been running for a few weeks, perfect for start-up food and drink producers looking to book a space for their business. Based in North King Street in Dublin 7, the brand-new facility is a welcome boost, serving as an incubation centre for

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Too Savage Launches Plant-Based Wasabi Mayo – Produced Using Sustainably Grown Irish Wasabi

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Dublin’s Too Savage, proud producers of Ireland’s only plant-based range of mayonnaises, have added a hot new first of its kind condiment to their line-up – a premium 100% natural Wasabi Mayo that is guaranteed to liven up your mealtimes. The Northside brand’s fiercely tasty plant-based Wasabi Mayo, handmade using quality sustainably grown Irish wasabi

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Hot Chip’s Ready-To-Bake Cookie Dough Balls Launches

Small Bites, Small Bites News / Sara Abdulmagid

Having nailed the recipe for the perfect cookie dough, Dublin’s award-winning Hot Chip has now launched a super-convenient new range of ready-to-bake dough balls in 81 select Tesco stores across the country and online at hotchipdublin.com – making it easier than ever before to enjoy their warm fresh from the oven cookies at home as an

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Island Salad – 5 Ingredients Mediterranean by Jamie Oliver

Cookbook Reviews, Dinner, Family Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Lunch, Recipes, Star Chef Recipes, Vegetarian / Vegan / Sara Abdulmagid

Whenever I’ve visited the Greek islands, I’ve been inspired by wonderful fresh and fruity halloumi salads, so I’ve had some fun here creating little webs of golden crispy halloumi that just eat so well. Island Salad, Sticky Peaches, Halloumi Web & Pickled Cucumber Recipe ENERGY FAT SAT FAT PROTEIN CARBS SUGARS SALT FIBRE 361kcal 15.2g

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Competition Closed: Win a Wine & Dine Experience at Fallon & Byrne, Including Dinner for 2, Wine Tastings and a €100 Gift Card

Competitions / Sara Abdulmagid

Sponsored At Fallon & Byrne, you can expect beautiful food, fine wines and great company. Their Exchequer Street location is housed in a beautiful heritage building and comprises an award-winning Food Hall, two restaurants; The Dining Room and Wine Cellar, and the Ballroom, their wedding and events space. Revel in a delightful contemporary dining experience

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