Dublin is plentiful when it comes to good-looking new hotels but the feeling can often be their bars and restaurants are there to serve the incoming one-visit tourist, with locals often choosing to find...
I am most envious of the Italian culture. They really are the experts at creating a convivial atmosphere and making every meal feel like a celebratory occasion. This is especially true when it comes...
Rathmines. On January 2nd staff from Fallon & Byrne were notified that the Swan Centre branch would be closing with immediate effect after being open for less than 3 years. Despite having much success...
Wine bars are having a moment in Dublin and you know it’s more than just a phase when new doors begin to open outside the city centre. Last December, Clanbrassil Street welcomed The Wine...
After much trouble in Haiti and the increasing likeliness of more warfare in Europe, Napolean decided to sell Louisiana (New France) to the United States in the Lousiana Purchase of 1803. A massive coup...
The recently refurbished Johnstown Estate Hotel and Spa in Enfield, Co Meath is a suitably quiet spot to while away a few hours and indulge in the quaint offerings of traditional afternoon tea. Located...
The term ‘Speakeasy‘ became synonymous with the prohibition era in the United States during the 1920’s & 30’s when the government signed into law, legislation banning the production and sale of alcohol throughout the...
It comes as no surprise that Hooked is one of Sligo’s most loved restaurants. The younger, trendy little sibling of Eala Bhan, both restaurants a stones throw apart along a beautiful scenic stretch of...
A Pandora’s Box for the oenophiles exists in Co. Kildare in the shape of Ely Wine Store, Maynooth. As seasoned lovers of the indulgent offerings of Ely Winebar we were only too happy when Ely...
January has kicked off with a bang for Irish restaurants, and not in a good way. The dust had scarcely settled from the New Year fireworks display when the news of the closure of...
This year’s Christmas lights raised more than a few eyebrows when the ‘Nollaig Shona Duit’ sign was replaced with ‘Welcome To The Grafton Quarter’ leaving some that outraged they are even putting pressure on...
Is it worth getting a taxi? Designated dining trips, from super Circa in Terenure to polished Potager in Skerries, are all subject to this taxi test, all the more difficult to satisfy on a...
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At the Enzo Coccia Pizza Consulting school, small groups of amateur or professional trainees are taught skills including the art of dough making, topping management and controlling a pizza in and out of an...
Working as Head Chef for one of Ireland’s most renowned chefs one might wonder if you were to open your own restaurant what could you possibly offer that sets you apart from your previous...
Nestled in the bosom of the Boyne Valley, Bellinter House is a sight to behold. The stunning Downton Abbey esq house stands dramatically on the sweeping grounds which play host to a variety of...
Allta describes itself on its site as “a wine bar with food” but despite the simple and to-the-point tag line, it’s easy to see a lot of thought has gone behind it. In fact,...
Ticking new restaurants off your Dublin dining bucket list as soon as they open seems nigh on impossible these days, with queues and booking woes galore. This weekend, instead of notching up another name...
Pulling up outside the monstrous venue in Airside Business Park, the memories of a decade of parties, the late-night trips to Pizza Dog and the fight for the taxi home come flooding back. The...
Location, location, location!!! Situated, you guessed it, just off Grafton Street, The Grafton Hotel and Bartley’s Bar & Restaurant is one of Dublin’s slick new city centre establishments. We love Dublin City so much and...
The old saying, ‘good things come in small packages’ could indeed relate directly to the perfectly curated little package that is Mamó. With so many new restaurants opening this year, we felt particularly drawn...