Generally when you mention top chefs in Cavan, Neven Maguire is at the tip of everyone’s tongue and rightly so. However there is another very unassuming Cavan man who has created something very special in his home county. Gearoid Lynch has earned his stripes in some seriously impressive kitchens such as the renowned Thornton’s and […]
A Taste of Cavan – The Olde Post Inn Review Read More »
What do you get if you cross a dedicated farmer with a passionate bio-chemist? You get Goatsbridge Trout Farm in Co Kilkenny. Run by Ger and Mag Kirwan, Goatsbridge sits comfortably amongst the finest food producers in this country. Smoked trout, smoked trout paté and even trout caviar are among their products that are not
Producer Spotlight – Goatsbridge Trout Farm Read More »
There is something very modest and unassuming about RAW which is located on the top floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa in Galway. There is nothing flashy or gimmicky about the restaurant and my worries that it might have a conference or hotel room feel were quickly dispelled on entering through its doors.
Raw – Sushi in the Sky – Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway Review Read More »
One of Ireland’s oldest Craft Brewers, The Porterhouse, has a reputation for producing a great range of craft beers, their Plain and Red Ale are among many great brews I enjoy. However with the number of new brewers popping up all over the country bringing out big hoppy IPAs you had to wonder was there
Porterhouse Brewing Hopped to F**k Review Read More »
The foods that you feed your body with, can make a real difference on how your skin, hair and body looks. Powerful natural foods will make your skin look younger and naturally beautiful. Our modern busy lifestyles, fast and processed foods have a very dramatic damaging impact on our bodies, increasing inflammatory responses, premature ageing
Make me Younger Foods by My Nutrition with wine pairing Read More »
The team at Ashford Castle have created this recipe for chocolate torte which is quiet intense in the flavour of the chocolate, yet light and moist. It’s a great recipe which is also gluten free. Makes 1 x 10″ square Torte Chocolate Sponge – 250g pasteurised whole eggs – 175g icing sugar – 175g ground
Ashford Castle Chocolate Torte by Paula Stakelum Read More »
I have been reviewing afternoon teas for quite a while now and one of the questions I’m most asked is “is there a more savoury afternoon tea?” Up to now I’ve been saying that the bottom tier of savouries is your lot when it comes to afternoon tea – but I’ve found somewhere that bucks
Afternoon Tea Review at House Dublin by Fiona Dillon Read More »
This Summer has seen the first brewery to open in Cavan in many a year. O’Cleirigh’s is a family operation run by brothers Breffni and John. The lads are trained as an architect and electrician and they bring their technical skills to bear in every part of the operation, from label design to a very
O’Cleirigh Brewing Co – Starting Small but Perfectly Formed Read More »
At the recent DNS Wine Club tasting we enjoyed a good number of wines in a fun format. More of the format another time, but here is a selection of the wines tasted from Europe, the Americas, Africa and Australia! La Marca Treviso Extra Dry Prosecco NV (€18.95, molloys.ie) Prosecco has overtaken all other styles
Around the World in Eighty Sips Read More »
Belfast has come a long way in the hospitality stakes, anyone who has visited the city recently would find it unrecognizable from 15 years ago. Now Belfast is home to a buzzing, vibrant cultural scene. Restaurants in particular are popping up all around the city to feed the appetite for unique dining experiences. Belfast has
A Culinary Beacon in Belfast – James Street South Restaurant Review Read More »
The Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) have launched the search for Ireland’s premier foodie destination. The ‘Foodie Towns 2015’ competition will see towns and communities from all over the country battle it out to be named Ireland’s top town/destination for a foodie experience. Foodie Towns is in its second year and is now separate to
The Search is on for the Restaurant Association of Ireland’s Ultimate Foodie Town 2015 Read More »
Immerse yourself in the contemporary surroundings of what was once home to one of Ireland’s most famous writer’s Samuel Beckett. Today the house has been fully restored and now houses a stunning restaurant and luxurious accommodation in an idyllic setting. The prize includes: – Overnight stay for two people at Becketts Hotel in the Samuel Suite –
Win an Overnight Stay and Dinner for two at Becketts Hotel – CLOSED Read More »
Lidl Ireland hosted the Lidl Oktoberfest to launch their range of Alpengut food from Germany, Switzerland and Austria. The event took place in a traditional beer tent set up in Dublin’s Meeting House Square where guests enjoyed Bretzels, cheeses, sausages and German beer. The Original Bergvagabunden band flew over from Germany who entertained guests in
Lidl Oktoberfest Launch Read More »
This “Climb the Vine” series will junk the jargon, pooh-pooh pomposity and snub its nose at snobbery. If you have a question you would like answering or an area you would like explaining, just ask me on twitter @frankstero and I will endeavour to include it in future. This week I want to talk about
Climb the Vine with FranklyWines – This week Acid in Wine Read More »
The original Irish hand-roasters, Java Republic, have been awarded the highest accolade in the Great Taste Awards 2015 with three stars for its Rwandan coffee as well as star awards for 6 other products in its tea and coffee range. Java Republic is the only company in Ireland to have been awarded three stars this
Java Republic Reaches for the Stars with Top Result for Ireland Read More »
Here at TheTaste.ie we believe that you’re never too young to be a foodie, and with that in mind, we have a very special offer for you. TheTaste.ie are delighted to announce a collaboration with Irish food writer Fiona Dillon, and together, we want to spread the message to children all over Ireland about where
Back to School with TheTaste.ie and Freddy Buttons Read More »
Airfield Estate, Ireland’s largest urban food and farming experience, which encourages visitors to reconnect with food and the land it comes from hosts its first ever food festival this September 11th – 13th. Partnering with Hibernia the festival will offer visitors the chance to experience a wonderful array of Irish artisan food and drink producers,
Airfield Estate’s First Ever Food Festival – September 11th-13th 2015 Read More »
Your recipes have been tried, tested and submitted and now finally the public will get to choose which participant dish at the Cono Sur Blogger Competition they think is worthy enough to secure its creator a place in the grand final in Paris. Get your friends, family and fans over to www.bloggercompetition.conosur.com to vote for
Voting Now Open for Cono Sur Blogger Competition 2015 Read More »
Irish Cider & Food Day (#IrishCiderFoodDay) is Great Irish Beverage’s new one-day celebration of Irish ciders and Irish food. It is taking place in bars, hotels and restaurants throughout the island on Thursday 3rd September 2015, when participating venues will pair an Irish craft cider of their choosing with an Irish food dish of their
The first Irish Cider & Food Day – Thursday 3rd September Read More »
Our friends at Restaurant 1900 have given us an exclusive prize of a Pre Theatre 3 Course Dinner for 2 people with tickets to see the brand new “Blood and the Moon” show at the the National Concert Hall Dublin. The prize includes: – 3 course pre-theatre dinner in Restaurant 1900 – 2 tickets to
THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. To celebrate the launch of its exciting new menu, Food For Life, Insomnia is offering one lucky person the chance to win lunch for their whole office (up to 20 people). From a Moroccan chicken and mango mezze flatbread to dry cured ham and mozzarella focaccia, food on the go
Win a Food for Life Lunch for your Whole Office from Insomnia – CLOSED Read More »
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