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Sheen Falls

Indulge In A Chocolate Afternoon Tea At The 5 Star Sheen Falls Lodge

The fabulous five star Sheen Falls Lodge has partnered with acclaimed chocolatier Benoit Lorge to create a chocolate inspired Afternoon Tea. This indulgent feast will be served in the Sun Lounge. Overlooking the beautiful Sheen waterfalls the Sun Lounge is filled with natural light and is the perfect place to enjoy the calm surrounds over delectable delights. The […]

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Old Barracks Roastery

A Coffee Bar Without Coffee Machines At The Old Barracks Roastery

Is it possible to have a coffee bar without coffee machines and still make great coffee? Modbar, a custom bar flow design, makes this fantasy a reality. Alan Andrews’s team at the Old Barracks Roastery, Birdhill, County Tipperary, will be the first in Europe to introduce the innovative gravimetric Modbar system for the ultimate coffee

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Eight Degrees Acquired by Irish Distillers As Demand For Caskmates Jameson Brand Continues To Soar

It’s a blistering hot day in Mitchelstown, Co Cork, as I stand outside the home of Eight Degrees Brewing with Caroline Hennessy, broadcaster, author of Slainte – the complete guide to Irish Craft Beer and Cider and also head of marketing at the brewery. We are stood where the grain silo used to be staring out

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Aer Lingus

Celebrate The 4th of July in Style With Free Stateside Flights With Aer Lingus

Across the Atlantic, Americans are kicking off the celebrations for Independence Day. In honour of the much loved 4th of July, Aer Linugs is running a fun competition to give away Stateside flights to lots of lucky winners. The airline is giving away up to €10,000 worth of flights today, meaning you could be strolling along

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Cured Salmon Recipe With White Asparagus by Chef Colin McKee at Harvey’s Point

This Cured Salmon recipe with White Asparagus, Radish and Lovage Essence was created by Chef Colin McKee At Harvey’s Point. For the Cured Salmon Ingredients: – 650ml of water – 100g rock salt – 200g sugar – 1 tbsp black peppercorns – 5g star anise – 3 whole cloves – 2 juniper berries – ½

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lamb recipe

Rack of Spring Lamb Recipe by Chef Chris Rees from Galgorm

This spring lamb recipe is a staple seasonal dish from the River Room menu currently. It uses local spring lamb, new season Jersey royal potatoes and wild garlic from the grounds of the resort. Also, being English asparagus season, it is complemented nicely by a couple of spears of white asparagus. It has a nice

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Roast Halibut Recipe by Chef Stuart Heeney at Clontarf Castle

This Roast Halibut Recipe with Katafi Wrapped Prawns & Violetta Potatoes was created by Chef Stuart Heeney at Clontarf Castle. Ingredients: Confit Potatoes – 4 violetta potatoes – 600ml olive oil – 4 clove garlic – 4 thyme sprigs Potato Puree – 4 large purple potato – 120g red beetroot – 100ml cream – 100ml

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Gin Cured Salmon Recipe by Chef Igor Cikarev at the gibson hotel

This Gin Cured Salmon Recipe with Castletownbere Crab and Goatsbridge Trout Caviar is by Igor Cikarev at the gibson hotel. Serves 10 people Ingredients: Cured Salmon – 1kg salmon fillet – 50g sea salt – 50g sugar – Juice & rind of one orange – 1 tbsp crushed black peppercorns – 70ml gin – 50g

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Catherine Fulvio

Lemon Coconut Strawberry Squares Recipe by Catherine Fulvio and Siúcra

Catherine Fulvio and Siúcra’s recipe for Lemon Coconut Strawberry Squares are bursting with flavour including subtle hints of lemon and fresh strawberries. Drizzled with a lemon glaze and topped with shredded coconut these squares are the perfect treat for every summer Afternoon Tea. This recipe makes 18 pieces. Ingredients: 200g strawberries, hulled and sliced For

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Poussin Recipe

Breast and Leg of Poussin Recipe with Wild Garlic by Chef Colin McKee at Harvey’s Point

This Breast and Leg of Poussin recipe with Wild Garlic, Green Pea, Smoked Cheddar and Potato Terrine was created by Chef Colin McKee at Harvey’s Point and serves four people. Ingredients: Breast & Leg of Poussin – 2 whole poussins – 150ml of duck fat – 2 thyme sprigs – 2 garlic cloves roughly chopped

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American Wine Sale

Celebrate 4th Of July In Style With O’Briens American Wine Sale

Considering the current heatwave Ireland is experiencing we feel that it is essential to save water…and drink wine of course. Thankfully the team at O’Briens have heard our prayers and are running an American wine and spirits sale. To celebrate the 4th of July, America’s Independence Day, O’Briens are running amazing offers on a wide

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Rootstock

Say Hello To Rootstock – The World’s Most Stylish Festival Held In A French Château

Forget wellies, warm beer and jam packed campsite, this fabulous French event will change how you see festivals forever. Rootstock 2018 is the world’s chicest festival filled with the latest music, fantastic food and French culture and wine in the Burgundy region of France. From 13th – 15th July Château de Pommard will welcome visitors

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Cadbury

Unleash Your Inner Willy Wonka With Cadbury’s Chocolate Competition

Cadbury is calling on chocolate lovers nationwide to create their very own Cadbury Dairy Milk bar that will be sold as a limited edition flavour. Encouraging fans to go  ‘go madbury for Cadbury’ people are invited to design unique flavour combinations to become the latest edition to the popular brand. Entries will be judged on two main

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A Sparkling Celebration – Join Perrier-Jouët For a Luxurious Champagne Tasting Menu at WILDE

Want to spend the summer evenings sipping champagne in one of Dublin’s most fabulous restaurants? Luckily for us, Perrier-Jouët is launching an indulgent Champagne tasting menu today. The terrace at WILDE will be filled with sparkling delights as a specially designed tasting menu is served to eager diners. The Belle Époque Tasting Menu has be carefully created

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Galway Girl Squad

The Galmont Hotel Is Looking For The Most Stylish Galway Girl Squad

Calling Ireland’s fun and fabulous fashionistas! If you have a passion for fashion you could be in to win a stellar prize from Galway’s Galmont Hotel. The Galmont Hotel & Spa is a beautiful four star hotel overlooking the picturesque Galway Bay. This centrally located hotel is celebrating the famous Galway Races in style this

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Fabulous Food Trail

This Iconic Five Star Hotel Is Offering A Fabulous Food Trail And Overnight Stay

Fancy indulging in some of Dublin’s finest foods and spending the night in one of the city’s most stunning hotels on a Fabulous Food Trail? The Westbury has partnered up with Fabulous Food Trails to create a unique walking tour followed by an overnight stay at the hotel. On this leisurely three hour walking tour you will taste

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Halloween Staycation

Summer in Dublin’s Fair City – Make The Most of The Good Weather With a Truly Stylish Staycation

Fancy a staycation? Why not enjoy summer in the city with the InterContinental Dublin. The 5-star hotel is situated on two acres of beautiful landscaped gardens in Ballsbridge. Spend an overnight in one of the hotel’s newly refurbished Deluxe Guestrooms for a special treat. Deluxe rooms feature king sized beds, complimentary bathrobes, slippers and a deep

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This Brand New Vegan Restaurant Is Opening Today In Dublin

Foodies and fitness fans alike can rejoice as Dublin’s Northside is getting a fantastic new vegan and vegetarian restaurant Veginity and it’s opening today! With people becoming more health conscious and looking for meat-free yet flavourful food it’s no wonder so many tasty vegan and vegetarian dishes are popping up across the city. Gone are

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SeaFood Rocks

Celebrate Irish Food and Culture at SeaFood Rocks Festival In Louth

To celebrate the best of Ireland’s sea, food and culture SeaFood Rocks is launching its sumptuous seafood festival from 13th – 15th July in Clogherhead, Co.Louth with an exciting jam packed weekend of music, movies, competitions, comedy and more. At the food village there will be plenty of seafood demos and cookery workshops by guest chefs.

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