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Food Ink. 3D Printing Pop Up Restaurant

Taste Tomorrow Today at London’s 3D Printing Pop-Up Restaurant

Last month London’s first naked pop-up restaurant made headlines across the globe. Still running, The Bunyadi is designed aimed to strip away all the “trappings of modern life” to get people back to nature, and that means means no phones, no electricity, hand carved furniture, preservative free food, and of course, no clothing. However far […]

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HolySmoke Cork

Become a BBQ Master with Chef John Relihan’s Pitmaster Masterclass this August

Master the art of low and slow cooking over smoke and fire this August chef John Relihan’s Pitmaster Masterclass at The Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery. The Pitmaster event is the last of the Flavour.ie Summer Showcase, a series of specially curated events for food lovers that brought together a unique selection of experts, chefs and

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Lough Neagh Eels

What’s so App-eel-ing about Lough Neagh? The History of Lough Neagh Eels with Eel Recipe

As the largest freshwater lake in the British Isles and the fifth largest in Europe, Lough Neagh is not just steeped in amazing history and folklore, it’s also the home of the largest wild caught eel fishery in Europe. Eel fishing has been a major industry on the lough for centuries – archaeologists have even

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Athru

Athrú 2016 Conference on Gender Balance Takes Place in Galway this July

A group of chefs, restaurateurs and industry experts are gathering in Galway this month to examine gender roles in the culinary and hospitality sector. Taking place in 56 Central on Shop Street, Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th July, Athrú 2016: Empowering Women in the Culinary Arts in Ireland is the first conference of its kind

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Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle Named “Best Resort & Inn” in UK & Ireland by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2016

Ashford Castle is delighted to announced it has been voted the No. 1 Resort & Inn in the UK and Ireland by Travel + Leisure readers in its “World’s Best Awards” 2016. This is a brand new category in the travel magazine’s annual awards which recognises the world’s top destinations, hotels, resorts, spas, airlines and

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Grilled Lamb Steaks with Spicy Mango Salsa

Grilled Lamb Steaks with Spicy Mango Salsa Recipe by Chef Mark Moriarty

This grilled lamb steaks with spicy mango salsa dish offers a vibrant alternative to the classic steak dinner. The low fat salsa can be prepared in advance and is a zingy combination that cuts perfectly through the rich lamb. Preparation time: 20 minutes (+ 30 minutes resting time) Cooking time: 5 to 7 minutes Serves:

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Grilled Lamb Steaks with Spicy Mango Salsa

Mushrooms Stuffed with Lamb, Ricotta and Pesto Recipe from #TastyEasyLamb

This Mushrooms Stuffed with Lamb, Ricotta and Pesto recipe uses a the more economical minced lamb to great effect. With the addition of ricotta and pesto, this offers a perfect summer starter or light lunch. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: – 250g minced lamb – 3 tbsp olive oil – 500g large

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BubbleClaws @The Marker Hotel 2

The Marker Hotel Introduces BubbleClaws – A Perfect Pairing of Champagne & Flame Grilled Blue Lobster

The Marker Hotel on Grand Canal Square has introduced BubbleClaws, for lobster and champagne lovers at its award-winning Brasserie this summer. Designed for two, The Marker Hotel’s BubbleClaws will include a bottle of Ayala champagne, flame grilled blue lobster, heirloom tomato salad, summer truffle & parmesan fries, garlic & black pepper crème fraiche priced €120.

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Shortcross Gin

Shortcross Gin Scores Hat Trick at the Global Gin Masters 2016

As the summer gin season gets under way, Irish distillery, Rademon Estate is celebrating having won a trio of awards for Shortcross Gin at The Gin Masters 2016. The acclaimed Distillery based in Co. Down swept the board at the prestigious competition, which attracts entries from leading spirits brands from across the world. Shortcross Gin

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Michelstown caves

Chef Takashi Miyazaki Exclusively Reveals Menu for Ireland’s First Pop Up Restaurant in a Cave

Pop up restaurants have become a popular phenomenon on the restaurant scene but this week Ireland’s first pop up restaurant hosted in cave will take place. On July 7th, to celebrate Tanabata, a Japanese festival originating from the Chinese Qixi Festival, award winning Japanese chef Takashi Miyazaki will create a unique dining experience for a lucky

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Dark Chocolate Tart with Whiskey Cream Recipe Video by Jette Virdi

Dark Chocolate Tart with Whiskey Cream Recipe Video by Jette Virdi

This Dark Chocolate Tart recipe has a double dose of chocolate, a chocolate tart crust and a luscious dark chocolate filling. The tart is made all the more decadent with the addition of a whiskey cream, which I made with Teeling Whiskey, distilled right here in Dublin. You can choose to make this gluten free

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Sukí Red Berry Tea Cake with Rhubarb Sorbet and Iced Sorrel Recipe by Chef Danni Barry

Sukí Red Berry Tea Cake with Rhubarb Sorbet and Iced Sorrel Recipe by Chef Danni Barry

Using a locally produced Sukí Tea, this Sukí red berry tea cake recipe was created by Michelin starred chef Danni Barry of Deanes EIPIC, Belfast. Danni serves this tea time delight with the contrasting flavours and cooling textures of a rhubarb sorbet and iced sorrel. Ingredients: Tea cake – 200g plain flour – 14g baking powder – 1g salt

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watermelon and strawberry jam Siucra

Watermelon and Strawberry Jam Recipe Video from Siúcra

Evoke summer memories with this light, fruity and fresh Watermelon and Strawberry Jam Recipe from Siúcra. The watermelon adds deliciously refreshing notes making it the perfect accompaniment to your favourite summer dessert, just stir in and enjoy this homemade heavenly snack. With Siúcra’s Sure Set jam sugar, this jam is incredibly easy to make and

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Neven Maguire creme brulee pots

Crème Pots with Seasonal Berries Recipe by Neven Maguire

This is just one of the many great puddings that has firm Spanish roots. Very simple to make, Creme Pots recipe is actually quite light, with all the flavour of the caramel and none of the sticky sweetness. It’s similar to the French crème brûlée, except it’s not cooked in the oven. Serves 6-8 Ingredients:

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Summer Thai Basil Chicken Curry

Thai Chicken Summer Veg Curry Recipe by Peachy Palate

This Thai Chicken Summer Veg Curry Recipe is my FAVOURITE curry. Quite a statement to make but I just love everything about it! The sauce is silky and smooth, thick enough to hold on tight to the chicken and vegetables, and thin enough to leave you with a few lingering mouthfuls in the end of

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