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Author name: Alison Daly

Grenache Groupies

We’ve already seen that Grenache is a versatile grape, even when made as a single varietal. It’s such a popular grape that others want to get in on the act, to get a piece of the action – they’re the Grenache Groupies! The chief conspirators are: • Syrah – darling of the Northern Rhône, Australia

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Teeling Whiskey Distillery scoops award for “Experience of the Year”

The Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Dublin’s first new distillery in over 125 years, opened its doors to the public in June of this year. Just four months on, they have won their first award “Experience of the Year” as accredited by the highly acclaimed, Luxury Travel Guide. The Luxury Travel Guide Awards represent the pinnacle of

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Gallery: The Finals of the Beefeater MIXLDN Bartender Competition

Beefeater London Dry Gin welcomed members of the public to Fade Street Social on Wednesday September 30th to witness nine of the best bartenders in the business battle it out to become the Irish finalist in the Beefeater MIXLDN Global Bartender Competition. Each finalist showcased their cocktail skills by creating a gin cocktail they feel

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Chicken Courgetti Recipe by Carmel Hall with wine pairing

With school starting up again, here’s a quick and easy dinner or even lunch idea. Courgetti with sundried tomatoes and grilled chicken. Single Serving Ingredients – 1 courgette per person – 1 garlic clove, minced – 1 chicken breast – 4-5 sundried tomatoes – 1 teaspoon tumeric (adds extra benefits, but can be easily substituted

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L’Ecrivain Launches a New Dining Experience ’The Samsung Kitchen’

Samsung Ireland and l’Ecrivain have announced the opening of The Samsung Kitchen @ l’Ecrivain. Situated in the award-winning restaurant in Baggot Street, the luxury bespoke kitchen will house an intimate dining and culinary experience creating a new concept in fine dining. Guests will dine in the modern and contemporary kitchen space and witness first-hand the

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Smithwick’s is Challenging Homebrewers to Create a Christmas Ale

Smithwick’s has teamed up with the National Homebrew Club to launch the first ever Smithwick’s Homebrew Challenge. Homebrewers across the country are invited to create a Christmas ale and have it tasted and judged by an expert panel. Two finalists will then be given the rare opportunity to come to St. James’ Gate to brew

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Dublin’s Christmas Tree & Village ‘I BELIEVE™’ Coming to CHQ

Ireland’s first Winter Food, Drink, Craft and Horticulture Festival is coming to the CHQ this Christmas. With a focus on supporting Irish businesses, traders, craftspeople, producers and charities, I BELIEVE™ will run for 28 days in the lead-up to Christmas from Thursday 26th November until Wednesday 23rd December. The I BELIEVE™ festival will feature the

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Tullamore D.E.W. Celebrates One Year Anniversary of the Tullamore Distillery

William Grant & Sons Ltd., the independent, family-owned distiller and owner of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey, is celebrating the laying down of over 20,000 casks just in time for the one-year anniversary of the opening of the distillery, which is set to open its doors to visitors this autumn. Booking through the current Visitor Centre

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Char Grilled Jumbo Shrimp Recipe by Richie Wilson of Fire Restaurant

Fire is celebrating its 10th birthday this weekend and to celebrate they have shared with us a brand new recipe from Head Chef Richie Wilson. Join in the celebrations from Sunday 27th September to Tuesday 29th and make sure to share your memories of the last decade on social media #Fire10 to win some great

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TThe Merrion Gloss Dinner

Win The Gloss Wine Dinner for Two at The Merrion Hotel – CLOSED

This competition is now closed The Merrion is the capital’s most luxurious five star hotel and a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. An impeccable restoration of four Georgian townhouses, The Merrion is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar and Restaurant and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail

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Win a Private Dining Experience for 12 at Fire Restaurant – CLOSED

THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED Fire Restaurant is about to reach a milestone birthday as it is celebrating ten years on Dublin’s Dawson Street. Located in the iconic Mansion House, over the last decade Fire has established itself as a dining institution in the city centre. To mark this milestone birthday, Fire are hosting a

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Win Dinner for Two with a Bottle of Wine at My Thai Restaurant in The Beacon Hotel

Forget the design clichés & typical colour schemes of most traditional Thai Restaurants in Dublin: My Thai at The Beacon is sexy & sultry, with a wonderful buzz & oodles of style matched by assured cooking. The Asian Pacific menu balances taste, texture & presentation superbly and proudly displays our team of chefs through an

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Win a Lindt Excellence Hamper – CLOSED

September sees Ireland’s largest dark chocolate brand, Lindt Excellence, celebrate the breadth of amazing flavours in their exquisite range. Crafted by the Lindt Master Chocolatiers, only the rarest and most aromatic cocoa beans are blended with the finest ingredients creating combinations of intense flavour and elegant texture. From the iconic and refined 70% Cocoa to

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