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TAPAS Blasta Books

TAPAS, Blasta Books’ newest series addition, will be published on 20 April

Authors Anna Cabrera and Vanessa Murphy met in 2008 and quickly realised that their love for all things food, wine, sangría and vermouth made them a perfect match. Anna, a native of Barcelona, moved to Ireland in 2001, while Vanessa had lived in Spain on and off over the years. It’s safe to say their […]

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Dingle Single Cask 10 years

Dingle Distillery Launches Dingle Single Cask 10-Year-Old Single Malt

Dingle Distillery is proud to launch its highly anticipated Dingle Single Cask 10-year-old Single Malt whiskey, making it the first 10-year-old whiskey release by an Irish craft distillery in over 100 years using its own liquid. There are 237 bottles set to be released, making this release extremely limited and highly sought after.   On the 18th of December 2012 the first Dingle whiskey casks were filled, marking the birth

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Tankardstown House competition

Competition: Win a Gourmet Getaway for 2 at Tankardstown House, including B&B & 7 course Tasting Menu at the award winning Brabazon Restaurant

Sponsored Exuding elegance and luxury, Tankardstown House is a truly special place to stay in the heart of the Boyne Valley, Co. Meath. Less than an hour’s drive from Dublin, the 80-acre Tankardstown Estate comprises an impressive 18th Century Manor House & Orangery; luxury accommodation, as well as the award-winning Brabazon Restaurant serving classic Evening

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PaulaPastry

PaulaPastry, the new pâtissier and chocolate counter at Ashford Castle, is now open

Current, creative and full of flavour – three elements that sum up the new ‘PaulaPastry’ chocolate concept on the Ashford Castle Estate. Manifesting as a new pâtissier and chocolate counter at Mrs Tea’s Boutique on the Ashford Estate grounds, the concept was devised by award-winning Pastry Chef Paula Stakelum, Global Director of Chocolate and Pâtisserie at Red Carnation Hotel

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Maltesers Rocky Road recipe fitwaffle

Chocolate Malt Ball Rocky Road Recipe by Eloise Head from FitWaffle

This rocky road recipe is so chunky and satisfyingly crunchy. It’s loaded with chocolate malt balls, mini marshmallows and chocolate malt ball spread, which keeps the bake slightly soft and creamy, even after being in the refrigerator, making it easier to bite and to cut – result! Time: 15 minutes to make, 3 hours for

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Hawksmoor

Hawksmoor is transforming the historic National Bank building on College Green

Hawksmoor has confirmed that they will open their first restaurant in Ireland in the heart of Dublin in the early summer. Work on the historic National Bank building is weeks from completion, transforming 34 College Green into an impressive 152-seat restaurant, elegant back-to-back bar and private dining space.  Hawksmoor started in 2006, when two childhood

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Buffalo Chicken Burger Recipe

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Burger Recipe with Blue Cheese Mayo

This buffalo chicken burger recipe is drizzled with buffalo sauce so the chicken doesn’t lose its crispiness. The chicken is marinated overnight, making this recipe great for a midweek dinner – just batter, fry, and it’s ready to eat! Topped with a homemade blue cheese mayo, this burger is absolutely delicious. Makes 4 burgers Ingredients:

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balfes restaurants near the gaiety

Dinner and a show just got an upgrade – Here are the best restaurants near The Gaiety Theatre

Bringing Dublin the best of musical and operatic productions since 1871, The Gaiety Theatre is an iconic part of Dublin’s performing arts history. Located right beside Grafton Street, theatre-goers are spoiled for choice with spots to grab a bite to eat before the main event. Whether you’re on the lookout for a casual affair to

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A chat with the owner of The Drunken Cookie, Saifa Kajani

The Drunken Cookie make large, New York style cookies that are extremely indulgent and absolutely delicious. With unique topping options, these cookies are the definition of indulgence – no wonder their customers are always coming back for more. Options include a weekly mystery box of cookies and their monthly cookie boxes with toppings that are

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Tankardstown - Brabazon Restaurant

Brabazon Restaurant at Tankardstown House celebrates its grand reopening

Brabazon Restaurant at Tankardstown House, Slane, Co. Meath has recently re-opened after undergoing expansion and renovations. To mark the occasion, they hosted a Grand Re-Opening evening where lucky guests were some of the first to enjoy the new interiors and newly revised Tasting Menu. Guests were invited to celebrate the occasion and experience firsthand the outstanding

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Easter Cookies Recipe siucra

Easter Cookie Recipe by Siúcra

Hippity hop, Easter’s on its way! Celebrate with Siúcra’s Easter Cookie recipe – shaped like Easter Eggs, this is a simple sugar cookie recipe. The perfect sweet treat to get creative in the kitchen with the kids this Easter. Prep Time: 2 hoursMakes: 24 3-inch cookiesTotal Time: 3 hoursDifficulty: Intermediate Ingredients: For the cookies 280g plain flour ½ tsp baking powder 170g

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Taste of Cahernane Cormac Vesey

“Taste of Cahernane” Evening Inspired by Old 1960’s Menu

The luxurious, four-star Cahernane House Hotel in Killarney, Co. Kerry is fast becoming known as a food lover’s destination and with new chef, Cormac Vesey at the helm the cooking is as skilful as it is tantalising, offering patrons an elegant yet uncomplicated dining experience.  With Cormac leading the charge the main hotel restaurant is

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Starting a career in the wine industry in Ireland – A guide and top tips by Philip Dunne

People are always curious about how I got into the wine industry. The old saying, ‘I just fell into it,’ is what I usually voice in response to the question. Looking back on when I began my career in the wine industry and now offering advice and mentorship to those starting out, there are many

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Savour Magnificence

Savour Magnificence with Mark Moriarty & Cal Byrne at Café en Seine

Savour Magnificence: The Ultimate Culinary & Mixology Experience at Café en Seine, 4-course tasting dishes carefully paired with 4 cocktails. Luxury Spirits Brand Ambassador and 2021 World Class champion, Cal Byrne is collaborating with renowned Irish Chef – Diageo’s Chef in Residence, Mark Moriarty to create amazing cocktail and food pairings, showcasing serves from premium

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IFWG Awards Dishes.The Wooded Pig Coppa Wrapped Monkfish recipe

The Wooded Pig Coppa Wrapped Monkfish Recipe – IFWG Awards Dishes

Created by Head Chef Deniss Lasenko at Suesey Street, this Wrapped Monkfish recipe uses ingredients from the award-winning producers at the Irish Food Writers’ Guild Awards – in this recipe, it’s The Wooded Pig’s Coppa. Using broad beans, peas, charred baby leeks and morels, this recipe is absolutely delicious and will make a wonderful addition

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IFWG Awards Dessert Velvet Cloud Lemon Cheese Cream recipe

Lemon Cheese Cream Recipe with Velvet Cloud Sheep’s Milk Granita – IFWG Awards Dishes

Created by Head Chef Deniss Lasenko at Suesey Street, this Wrapped Monkfish recipe uses ingredients from the award-winning producers at the Irish Food Writers’ Guild Awards – in this recipe, it’s Velvet Cloud‘s Sheep’s Milk. Using shortbread and mango ginger gel on top of this luscious lemon cheese cream, this dessert is the perfect way

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