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Michellin-Starred l'Ecrivain Doubled its Profits in 2016

Michelin Starred Restaurant l’Ecrivain Doubled its Profits in 2016

As fine dining in Ireland is experiencing a boom, Michelin Starred restaurant l’Ecrivain has reported profits of €114,121 last year, a figure that doubles the previous year’s. The iconic venue, which celebrates its 28th anniversary this July, is owned and run by husband and wife team Derry Clarke and Sallyanne Clarke. As reported by the Irish Independent, the […]

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Guinness Storehouse Gravity Bar to Double its Size Thanks to €16 Million Investment

News, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

The Gravity Bar, resting on top of the Guinness Storehouse, is set for an ambitious extension thanks to an investment of €16 million which was announced yesterday and which will see the iconic venue doubling its size. Completion of the project is scheduled for 2019 and the bar, known for its privileged views of Dublin City,

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Vive la France! Here are 5 Francophile Food and Drink Events for Bastille Day in Dublin

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Raise a glass for liberté, egalité and fraternité this 14th of July as it is Bastille Day! The celebration of the French National Day has transcended borders and across the globe, francophiles are joining the festivities. Dublin is not without its fair share of events and we have compiled a list with food and drink activities to weekend

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New World Wonders: O’Briens Wine New Zealand and Australian Sale is On Now

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

This weekend, your wine needs will be well sorted by O’Briens Wine as they’re launching a tempting sale of some of their finest wines from New Zealand and Australia. Savings of up to 35% in bottles from these New World’s prestigious regions will offer you amazing value on a taste of modern and delectable creations.

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This Gorgeous Artisan Flight Boards by Slated are a Whiskey Lover's Must-Have

This Gorgeous Flight Board by Slated is a Whiskey Lover’s Must-Have

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Powers Irish Whiskey and award winning homeware brand Slated have teamed up to create bespoke flight boards for whiskey tasting. The resulting craft work showcases the Powers name in an elegant and natural piece. Tara Hammond, designer and co-founder said “We were delighted to collaborate with Powers Whiskey on this wonderful project. At Slated we

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Walsh Whiskey Distillery Launches Cutting Edge Virtual Reality Tour at The Loop in Dublin Airport

Walsh Whiskey Distillery Launches Cutting Edge VR Tour at The Loop in Dublin Airport

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Walsh Whiskey Distillery has partnered up with virtual reality company The VR Agency and The Loop at Dublin Airport to offer a unique experience: a free three-minute VR tour of the distillery’s 18th century Royal Oak estate in County Carlow. Passengers travelling through Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport can stop at the Walsh Distillery pop-up shop during July

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The Former Central Bank Building is Getting a Rooftop Restaurant and Bar

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

The iconic former Central Bank building on Dublin’s Dame Street was sold last January for €67 million to a group of international real estate investors and is now undergoing works before the new tenants move in. A rooftop restaurant and bar has been confirmed among the planned features for the soon to be refurbished building. John

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Why will Navarra Become your Next Favourite Spanish Wine Region

Why Navarra is your Next Favourite Spanish Wine Region

Drinks, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Navarra is a land of contrasts. In the 100 km it covers, this north-western Spanish province encompasses landscapes as varied as the leafy IrriSarri’s woodlands, the majestic Pyrenees peaks and the unreal semi-arid scenery of the Bardenas Reales. Its culture and tradition are as rich as its geography and when it comes to wines, the DO of Navarra is unrivalled in

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A Glass of Pure Pleasure: This French Rosé is Hedonism in a Bottle

Drinks, Small Bites, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Hedonism: The philosophy of pursuing the maximum possible pleasure in life, the belief that our ultimate goal in the universe is to enjoy ourselves. The quest for gratification was as alluring for Athenians in the agora as it is for us today and while we juggle with the complexities of modern life, allowing ourselves inside a bubble of

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The Copper Room, O’Connell Street, Limerick

Restaurant Listings, Restaurants in Limerick / Gaby Guedez

The Copper Room is Limerick’s premier cheese, wine and Port house. Their intimate and one of a kind interior offers the ideal setting for an evening of culinary and vinous delights: taste exquisite dishes and vintages in their underground caverns that once were part of the original Roches Hanging Gardens while the gentle light of candles illuminates your

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5 Unique Mojitos with a Twist you Can Drink in Dublin

Cocktails, Drinks, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Few things can put you in a summer state of mind as quickly and effectively as a Mojito. The humble combination of white rum, fresh mint, lime juice, syrup and soda water has earned its seat in the bar of fame. Thanks to how easy it is to mix one, it’s not only a hit among

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Department of Finance Suggests to Increase the VAT Rate for the Hospitality Sector from 9% to 13.5%

VAT Rate for the Irish Hospitality Sector May Be Increased from 9% to 13.5%

News / Gaby Guedez

The special 9% VAT rate introduced in 2011 to encourage employment and growth in the tourism sector during times of economic crisis might be phased out, as the Department of Finance has advised Minister Paschal Donohoe that increasing it to 13.5% would translate into an extra annual revenue of €500 million. As reported by The Irish

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The Sidecar at The Westbury, Dublin – #TasteCocktailFest

News / Gaby Guedez

Is there anything better than sipping on an expertly crafted cocktail on a summer’s evening? We think not. With that in mind, TheTaste Summer Cocktail Festival takes the hassle out of the hunt for Ireland’s finest shaken and stirred favourites. With hotspot cocktail bars around the country showcasing their skills with a special cocktail to

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Brother Hubbard North to Expand into Two Neigbouring Venues this Autumn

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Popular cafe and restaurant Brother Hubbard North on Capel Street is about to experience a major expansion that will see it merging with Mary’s Abbey and the former Gary Rhodes restaurant on the corner. As reported on the Irish Times, the new business will merge the three venues and the expansion will take place in progressive stages

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The Secret’s Out – The Summer’s Most Exciting Pop-Up Bar Has Just Opened

News, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

If the idea of losing track of time while experiencing the dreamy allure of a walk through floral beauty and gorgeous greenery appeals to you, then a visit to this new secret garden pop-up bar needs to be on the top of your to do list this July. The Candelight bar is a renowned cocktail bar, winning RAI Best

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New Trad Bar Piper’s Corner Has Just Opened on Marlborough Street

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Last weekend, Dublin counted a new addition to its buzzing bar scene: Piper’s Corner, a trad bar in Marlborough Street, in the site where the derelict Sean O’Casey’s bar used to be located. The venue irradiates love for Irish music, and with beloved musician Seán Potts behind it, you couldn’t have had it any other way. The opening comes

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Guess what's in the Ed Sheeran Cocktail Created by The Front Door Pub in Galway

Drinking Out Loud: This Galway Pub Has Created an Ed Sheeran Cocktail

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

With tickets for Ed Sheeran’s Irish Tour just gone on sale, fans’ thirst for the artist is only growing stronger. Aware of that, Galway pub The Front Door has created an Ed Sheeran cocktail to mark the occasion. The bespoke cocktail is a combination of Mór Irish Gin, Absolute Citron, Triple Sec, lime and cranberry

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Viva San Fermin! The Wines of Navarra are Taking Ireland by Storm with two Special Events this Month

Drinks, Events, Small Bites, Wine / Gaby Guedez

As the Spanish region of Navarra prepares for the start of the iconic Festival of San Fermín, wine lovers in Cork and Dublin will be treated to a taste of the finest wines of Navarra with two exciting events that showcase the wide array of styles coming from this remarkable DO. The first event will take

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Game, Set, Match! WILDE at The Westbury Serves Wimbledon Inspired Summer Experience

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Wimbledon is not only the oldest and one of the most important tennis championships in the world, it is a two-week event that has become an iconic social occasion famous for its vintage elegance and summery glamour. WILDE at The Westbury has been inspired by the competition’s old-school elegance and this summer they’ll be channeling retro-chic

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Win a Hamper of Fine Wines from Navarra to Celebrate the Fiesta de San Fermín – Closed

Competitions / Gaby Guedez

The Spanish region of Navarra, located in the north-west of Spain, combines a wide array of styles, from delicate and refreshing whites to complex reds and world-famous rosados. The DO’s diversity is its strength and within its varied wonders there really is something for everyone. Navarra’s rich cultural heritage comes to life during the month

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Lamb and Penne Gratin with Courgettes and Two Cheeses Recipe

Family Recipes, Meat Recipes, Recipes, Star Chef Recipes / Gaby Guedez

This lamb and penne recipe is a simple dish to utilise the leftovers of a Sunday roast and is a balanced, tasty and quick recipe, ideal for busy midweek cookery. If you don’t have leftover roast lamb, minced lamb is perfect here too and just as easy! Serves 4 Ingredients: – 350g leftover cooked leg of

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