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Pygmalion

Pygmalion drops entry fees, asking for homeless charity donations instead

The announcement comes as the team behind the bar want to do something to help combat the growing homeless crisis in the city, which they witness every day as a central Dublin venue. Iconic Dublin bar Pygmalion, better known as Pyg, have decided to drop all entry fees for the remainder of January, with hopeful […]

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Hellfire Restaurant Dublin Roberto Rapisardi (11)

One of Dublin’s First 2023 Openings – Hellfire Restaurant

Westmoreland Street has just received its newest addition – Hellfire restaurant. Heat meets flavour at this contemporary European spot, with influences from Italy. Executive Chef Roberto Rapisardi has brought his global kitchen experience to Dublin to deliver a menu of smoked, flamed and roasted foods at Hellfire Restaurant. Chef Roberto grew up in Umbria, Italy,

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andrew ryan ashford castle

Ryan returns: Ashford Castle appoints former Pastry Sous Chef, Andrew Ryan to Executive Pastry Chef role

Pastry chef, Andrew Ryan has been appointed Executive Pastry Chef at Ireland’s only Forbes five-star hotel, Ashford Castle. Andrew Ryan first worked for the luxury hotel as Pastry Sous Chef from 2016 to 2020 and makes his return following roles with Michelin-starred Loam Restaurant in Galway and more recently, as Head Chocolatier at the award-winning

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Amelia Freer The Organised Cook Black Bean Burger Recipe

Best Black Bean Burger Recipe by Amelia Freer

This is definitely the best bean burger recipe I have made and I’ve made a lot! The recipe was inspired by a wonderful bean burger on Sally’s Baking Addiction blog, but I’ve reduced the number of ingredients so it’s more likely that you’ll have everything to hand. Serve them with all the normal burger accompaniments

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friends of pichet stephen gibson

Launch Night of ‘Friends of Pichet’ with Stephen Gibson

On Sunday 29th January 2023, Pichet’s returning Chef Stephen Gibson is coming back for one night only with their current Head Chef Harry Quinn for Friends of Pichet. They will be collaborating to create a 6-course seasonal tasting menu with paired wines. This event is not to be missed! Pichet is a modern take on a classic bistro, combining both French influence

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cosy cooking

Warming Stew Recipes for your Cosy Cooking this Winter Season

Picture this… you just got home from a long day at work. It’s chucking it down, your raincoat is drenched, you’re shivering, and your tummy is rumbling. All you want is something that’ll defrost you, like the food equivalent of a steaming hot bath. Enter the cosy, comforting stew. You made it last night and

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DAHL Recipe Amelia Freer The Organised Cook

One-pot Green Dahl Recipe by Amelia Freer

This Green Dahl recipe is a one-pot wonder that we often make for Sunday night dinner at our house. Nourishing and wholesome, it really sets us up for the week ahead. I’ve added extra greens here with some Swiss chard, but you could easily swap this for spinach (a few cubes of frozen spinach would

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Amelia Freer The Organised Cook

Quick Fish Pie Recipe by Amelia Freer

This Quick Fish Pie recipe is a great family classic, but when made the traditional way, I find it quite time-consuming to prepare, so it’s not really a viable weekday meal. In this recipe, I’ve sped up the process, cheating a little on the white sauce, and using a great method of grating everything together

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Dublin’s Asia Market Lunar New Year Collaborations & Events

Dublin’s Asia Market – Ireland’s premier Asian supermarket – has been at the forefront of importing new and exciting far eastern flavours to Ireland for over 40 years. As part of its 2023 Lunar New Year celebrations, the store has announced exclusive collaborations with leading Asian chefs, restaurants, food writers, and bloggers that will shine

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Ashford Castle Paul Fogerty

Getting ready to choose your Christmas wines and don’t know your Riesling from your Chardonnay? Let Ashford Castle’s Head Sommelier Paul Fogerty help

From a succulent turkey dinner to a vegetarian feast, Paul has the perfect wine pairing to bring your meal to life this holiday season According to Ashford Castle’s Head Sommelier, Paul Fogerty, the most important aspect of choosing a wine isn’t the price, the complexity or even the grape – it’s the enjoyment you’ll get

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Blackened chicken by Ottolenghi

Blackened Chicken Recipe with Caramel and Clementine Dressing by Ottolenghi

Don’t be afraid to really char your chicken thighs here (making sure to ventilate your kitchen well!) – this’ll add an intense flavour alongside the vibrant dressing and make for a very punchy eating experience. That said, you can also grill your chicken thighs in the oven, or swap them out for chicken breasts, if

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All the Pass

Leading Academics & Industry Experts Join Forces To Form ‘At The Pass’, Launching Online Sessions To Professionally Guide Hospitality Businesses In Their Hour Of Need

Spearheaded by Dr. Orla Byrne, Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship at UCD, At The Pass has devised and launched a pair of low-cost online webinars and interactive workshops for January 2023 to professionally guide hospitality business owners countrywide – those that are weighing up their options and facing big decisions, and those who have ceased trading

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Parmigiana pie Ottolenghi

Parmigiana Pie with Tomato Sauce – Recipe by Ottolenghi

The much-loved Italian-American ‘eggplant parm’ is the inspiration for this dish with layers of breaded aubergine, tomato sauce and cheese, but with a slightly different take here. If you can’t find kataifi pastry for the topping, feel free to use filo instead and thinly slice it into julienne strips using scissors. This pie requires a

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Lily o'brien's

Competition Closed: Winner Barbara Boyle Friel – Win a Lily O’Brien’s hamper worth €100!

Lily O’Brien’s is a household name in Ireland – these delicious chocolates have something for everyone, whether you’re a box-of-chocolates kind of person or a truffles lover. They’re an even better gift to give this festive season, but why not treat yourself this Christmas time? Lily O’Briens’ Christmas Collection is made up of several different

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Oroko Lisbon Portugal

A Long Weekend in Lisbon for Foodies by OROKO Travel

One of the world’s great culinary capitals, Lisbon provides the perfect setting for an indulgent weekend away for foodies. Combining cultural and culinary hotspots, the city offers a vibrant atmosphere to accompany its rich flavours and mouth-watering local delicacies.  Luxury travel specialists, OROKO Travel, are experts in tailoring luxury holidays to Portugal and regularly tailor short breaks

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Dublin Bay Prawns Recipe with an Asian Dressing by Bord Bia

Sea-sons Greetings: Dublin Bay Prawns Recipe with an Asian Dressing by Bord Bia

This prawns recipe is served with a lovely fresh dressing. It will keep in the fridge for several days so it is worth making extra to serve with green salads, slaw or simple steamed vegetables. Dublin Bay Prawns Recipe with an Asian Dressing by Bord Bia Serves: 4Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 300g Dublin Bay Prawns

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Seafood Lasagne Recipe by Bord Bia

Sea-sons Greetings: Seafood Lasagne Recipe by Bord Bia

A seafood lasagne recipe is always a winner. Delicious any day of the week. Seafood Lasagne Recipe by Bord Bia Serves: 4Time: 1 hour Ingredients: 1kg mussels, cleaned- any barnacles or beards removed 400g haddock, deboned, skin removed and cut into cubes 400g Irish organic salmon, deboned, skin removed and cut into cubes 100ml white wine 1

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Monkfish Recipe with Puy Lentils, Tomato and Ginger Sauce

Sea-sons Greetings: Monkfish Recipe with Puy Lentils, Tomato and Ginger Sauce – by Bord Bia

This sauce is delicious with the monkfish. Puy lentils have a lovely peppery flavour and don’t lose their texture when cooked. Monkfish Recipe with Puy Lentils, Tomato and Ginger Sauce – Recipe by Bord Bia Serves 4Time: 45 minutes Ingredients: 1 monkfish tail, weighing 500g, approx., cut into 4 fillets 100g Puy lentils 2 tablesp.

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