This January most of us are concerned with our New Year resolutions, getting fit, losing weight and becoming better people. The Merrion Hotel want us to look after our inner balance and ch’I by serving three delicious teas created by their tea master, Laura McGinn. Laura trained on the international Ronnefeldt TeaMaster programme and the […]
Beat the January Blues with Tchi Drinks at the Merrion Hotel Read More »
Over the last week we showed you how to sprout your own seeds so here’s a recipe you can use your harvest on. This is a beautiful colourful salad with an amazing dressing that gives it a real kick. The whole family will like this one! Dressing: – 3 cloves of garlic – Half a
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You don’t have to be a paleo geek to appreciate this bread – it’s incredibly good for you and really gorgeous. Also freezes well and ready to grill when there’s nothing in the cupboard. Recipe by Susan Jane White below. For the rosemary & lemon version, just replace the olives and tomatoes with a handful
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2016 is going to be a very exciting year for the food industry in Northern Ireland. A collaborative venture organised by Tourism NI, the Year of Food and Drink is bringing the industry together to promote Northern Ireland as a culinary destination and celebrate its artisan producers. One of Northern Ireland’s best ambassadors is Noel
Celebrating the Best of Northern Ireland with Noel McMeel Read More »
For a lot of diners the entire experience of eating out can rely heavily on good service. Plenty of restaurants that produce great food are struggling to keep their doors open because front of house teams are dropping the ball on a regular basis. One man who knows all too well the importance of a
Life at the Front – In Conversation with Declan Maxwell Read More »
There is hardly a cocktail fan in Ireland that is not familiar with mixologist Darren Geraghty. For the last 15 years, Darren has been winning professional and prestigious competitions and has been responsible for some of the most successful bar openings Dublin has ever seen. After flirting with a career in computers, Darren completed a
Ireland’s Master of Mixology Darren Geraghty on our Growing Cocktail Industry Read More »
What makes a really good afternoon tea? Is it the company you’re with? The surroundings? Is it a really good Earl Grey and a top class scone? For me it’s a combination of all of these things – and something else. You won’t find this ‘something else’ written on a menu, indeed I suspect there
A Festive Afternoon Tea with a Difference at The Merrion Hotel Read More »
The growing popularity of brunch as a meal means that there appears to be no end to the amount of places cropping up that are offering it. The truth is that many people like to go out for late breakfasts at the weekend and are more than happy to let the meal roll languorously into
An Angelic Brunch at Angelina’s – Review Read More »
I have always found the graffiti-painted, exposed stonework frontage of Drury Buildings very attractive and given that a visit was long overdue I decided to book a table there for dinner recently. Although I was looking forward to dining in this über-cool venue, I will admit that I’m always slightly wary of places that seem
Creative Italian Delights in Dublin’s Creative Quarter – Drury Buildings Review Read More »
Stuart Heeney is the Executive Head Chef at the Clontarf Castle Hotel. After coming on board in 2012 as Executive Sous Chef, Stuart quickly took over the reins and has since been developing the dining experience at Clontarf Castle. He now presides over the double rosette Fahrenheit Restaurant, casual dining in Knight’s Bar and the
Stuart Heeney – King of the Castle in Clontarf Read More »
For many people January is a time to make a fresh start and boost their well being both mentally and physically. The majority of those making a change will be focusing on weight loss, fitness and their general health but our digestive health is quite often ignored. The digestive lining can become damaged from stress,
Love Your Gut in 2016 with Bone Broths from Sadie’s Kitchen Read More »
This is one dish that I love. Of course it has to have lobster in it! Most chefs that think they are snobs will love this dish. Serves 4 Ingredients: Sea Bream – 4 fillets sea bream, skin on (scaled) – 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil + extra to finish – juice of 1/2
Lobster and Sea Bream Recipe by Noel McMeel with Wine Pairing Read More »
This is one of my favourite desserts, an Apple Tart Tatin. Armagh apples poached in a local cider (Mc Ivors Cider) with a great ice-cream flavoured with cinnamon. I love white chocolate mixed with Malto Dextrin and to top it off with Pistachios, mmm! Tart Tatin Ingredients: – 1 pt cider – 1 pt water
Cider Apple Tart Tatin Recipe by Noel McMeel Read More »
This healthy and delicious Thai Chicken & Veggie Curry is packed with veggies and protein. The anti-inflammatory and liver cleansing properties of the turmeric and ginger will be an SOS for post Christmas livers. This dish tastes even better the next day so you can prep for the week ahead, plus it’s gentle on pockets
Thai Chicken & Veggie Curry Recipe by Sadie’s Kitchen Read More »
They are being lauded as a super food with many benefits and a healthy alternative to regular potatoes but sweet potato fries are notoriously tricky to cook at home. Without throwing them in a fryer it is really difficult to attain that perfect crispy texture. A new Irish start-up has solved the problem for you.
Irish Company Introduces Convenient Sweet Potato Fries Strong Roots Read More »
Since making its debut on the Dublin dining scene, Suesey Street has carved out a niche for itself as a go-to destination for great food and good times. New Year’s Eve will be no exception and this year Suesey Street is hosting an extra special evening of culinary delight and live entertainment. Head chef Lumir
The first Irish distillery to produce small batch Irish Milk Gin from whey alcohol, the Ballyvolane House Spirits Company, launched their new gin, Bertha’s Revenge, in Dublin last night in the impressive surroundings of the Octagon Room of the City Assembly House on South William Street in Dublin 2. With a guest list including author
Bertha’s Revenge Gin from Ballyvolane House Spirits Company is launched in Dublin Read More »
Fusing the casual elegance of a Parisian brasserie with the dynamism of a New York eatery, Balfes is Dublin’s newest all-day dining destination. Located on Balfe Street, where Grafton Street and the Creative Quarter meet, Balfes features a 20 seater outdoor terrace, zinc covered bar and open kitchen serving steak, prawns and whole fish roasted
Win Dinner for 4 in Balfes Restaurant & Bar – CLOSED Read More »
Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) has launched a Christmas challenge for nursing homes around the country to help spice up the festive season. The competition, launched at the Nursing Homes of Ireland conference, is a search for the best gingerbread house. To take part, nursing and care homes and their residents must submit a photograph of
Unilever and Catherine Fulvio Launch Festive Gingerbread Challenge Read More »
The Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane is the perfect location for a city centre break. Situated in the heart of the docklands, the Clayton Hotel is right beside the Bord Gais Energy Theatre making it ideal for theatre lovers. Pop in for a pre show dinner in the gorgeous Stir Restaurant or enjoy a drink afterwards
The Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane is the perfect location for a city centre break. Situated in the heart of the docklands, the Clayton Hotel is right beside the Bord Gais Energy Theatre making it ideal for theatre lovers. Pop in for a pre show dinner in the gorgeous Stir Restaurant or enjoy a drink afterwards
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