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Trinity Townhouse is Dublin’s newest Townhouse just steps away from Grafton Street, Trinity College, and a host of other attractions.

Set on South Frederick Street, Trinity Townhouse is a 31-bedroom boutique hotel set within 3 listed Georgian buildings enjoying an enviable address in the heart of Dublin city centre. The discreet entrance to the pretty townhouse is located at number 29, and once inside the hotel exudes an easy, welcoming charm. In the quiet lobby […]

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Win the Ultimate Party Night at Home, Cocktails for you and 5 friends from Tuscany Bistro – Competition Closed

We have something really cool from the guys in Tuscany Bistro in Limerick to give one lucky taste reader and 5 of their friend the chance of winning the new Cocktails at Home Kits and have the Ultimate Party Night in. Tuscany Bistro has recently launched DIY Kits including a range of delicious cocktails. Each

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West Schools Win Top Prize in the Incredible Edibles Growing Project

Two Schools in Galway and one in Wexford have been named as the overall winners of Agri Aware’s Incredible Edibles Healthy Eating and Growing project. The project saw over 25,000 students from over 1,000 schools participate in the agriculture and food education body’s popular primary school programme. Despite school closures in March, teachers continued to

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“Staying in is the new going out: Adapting to our present normal” – Tuscany Bistro launch exciting DIY Kits

Tuscany Bistro, a group of Italian restaurants based in Limerick decided to turn their time during lockdown into something positive, which kick started a new business idea.  Tuscany Bistro has been operating for over 17 years in the suburbs of Limerick, and over 8 years on the beautiful shores of Lough Derg. Food has always

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Everything’s Rosé returns to WILDE at The Westbury for Summer 2020

From now until September, celebrate summer with a rosé tasting menu amidst a beautiful floral display as WILDE at The Westbury once again invites guests to sample a curated selection of exquisite rosé wines from the South of France From now until September, WILDE at The Westbury will celebrate summer with an exquisitely curated menu

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Crushed Avocado on Toast with a Soft Fried Egg and Ballymaloe Original Relish Recipe By Ballymaloe Foods

Avocado and egg are a lovely combination and with added Ballymaloe Original Relish, they’re perfect together. A good sourdough bread is just right for this simple dish, but as long as you’ve bread which is thick enough to hold the toppings. You can also use roughly smashed broad beans for this recipe. Ingredients 1 ripe

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Bolognese Pitta Pockets with Shredded Lettuce, Red Pepper & Grated Cheese Recipe By Ballymaloe Foods

Ballymaloe Bolognese Sauce is packed full of tomatoes, onions, peppers, herbs and spices, so there really is nothing you need to add to it apart from meat for a delicious Italian classic. This recipe takes inspiration from that classic and combines it with some fresh lettuce and cheddar, for a goodness filled pitta pocket. Ingredients

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Simple Chilli Con Carne with Ballymaloe Pepper Relish Recipe By Ballymaloe Foods

Chilli con carne is one of those versatile dishes, perfect with rice, wraps or for chilli fries. We use Ballymaloe Pepper Relish in this recipe, as the jalapeño heat and unique taste bring another layer of flavour to the dish. This is a chilli con carne recipe you’ll use time and time again. Ingredients 2

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Brioche Breakfast Bun with Ballymaloe Original Relish By Ballymaloe Foods

A Ballymaloe take on the breakfast roll, but with brioche and some rocket for good measure. It’s a good way to use up any less than fresh bread, too. We recommend always using good quality sausages, pudding and bacon and free-range eggs where you can. You can also substitute meat products for veggie or vegan

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Pistachio and Strawberry Meringue Roulade with Elderflower Cream Recipe From Ballymaloe House

Crisp on the outside and pillowy within, this Roulade tastes every bit as delicious as it looks and makes for a show stopping, dinner party centre piece. For the Meringue 4 free range egg whites 225g (8oz) castor sugar For the Filling: 225g (8oz) Irish strawberries, hulled and slices 70g (2oz) pistachio nuts, roughly chopped

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The Magic of Marshmallow – Handmade Rose Water Marshmallow By JR at Ballymaloe House

I have been obsessed with marshmallow for several years now. Marshmallow can take on many flavours, some more popular than others. One of my favorites is rosewater. After many experiments and creative efforts I have developed a recipe that produces a marshmallow so soft and light it has been best described as a “rose scented

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Baked Salmon with Fennel and Apple Puree with Ballymaloe Apple Sauce By Ballymaloe Foods

There are some classic fish and fruit combinations like mackerel and gooseberry or cod and salsa. This recipe carries on the tradition of carefully selected fish and fruit. Ballymaloe Apple Sauce uses only four ingredients, is 100% natural and a perfect companion for fresh salmon. Serve on a bed of fennel. Ingredients 2 Salmon fillets

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Win a 3 Course Dinner plus a Bottle of Wine for 2 people in Smokin Bones in Temple Bar

Smokin Bones grew from a stall at Herbert Park Barbecue festival in 2014, we now serve you the very same authentic ribs, pulled pork and brisket as you had at The Big Grill.  At Smokin Bones we source the best possible local ingredients and don’t fuss with them too much.  Simply cooking with wood and

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Savour and Learn – 16 of the Best Distillery Tour Experiences in Ireland

In this decade, drinks tourism has transformed. The quality and quantity of distillery tours in Ireland is unprecedented and the visitors’ experiences are world-class. Irish whiskey and gin lead the way, but local vodka, poitín and other drinks are also aplenty, and new distilleries both small and large keep coming up with innovative and exciting ways to wow

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Tankardstown House – An Oasis of Calm & Culinary Finesse in the Heart of the Boyne Valley – Hotel & Restaurant Review

Driving through the ornate wrought iron gates of Tankardstown House you are immediately transported from the hum drum of every day life to an oasis of peace and tranquillity. In the car park we received the friendliest of welcomes from Bruce, the resident English Mastiff. The scenic stroll from carpark to reception is just the

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Glamping in Ireland – Our Guide to the Perfect Glamping Spots

The term “glamping” may have begun as a quirky word to describe a new travel trend, but today it’s become a bonafide industry of its own. In an age of Airbnb, luxury hostels, and pod hotels, glamping is just one of many oxymoronic stay options available for travelers. Perhaps it is self-explanatory, but the term

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Beguiled By It’s Beauty, Nourished By It’s Bounty – Ballymaloe House Hotel & Restaurant Review

Ballymaloe House has been occupying a space on our bucket-list culinary map for quite some time now. Having travelled to so many of Ireland’s gastronomic destinations it was high time we included this gourmet getaway to our repertoire. We are all very familiar with the dynasty of Allen women that have brought Ballymaloe House to

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24 Hours in Belfast, Grand Central, The Seahorse Restaurant & The Titanic – Taste Travel Guide

What used to called Belfast Central is now known as Belfast Lanyon place, but the buzz in the city’s main train station is easily recognised and picked up on. I am back in Belfast for a full 24 hours – an overnighter, a morning, and an afternoon before I revisit Lanyon Place for the express

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The Lady of The Manor – Mount Juliet Estate and The Lady Helen Restaurant Review

On the scenic drive from the entrance gate to Mount Juliet Manor House we were immediately in awe of the breathtaking views across the magnificent Jack Nicklaus Championship Golf Course. Pulling up outside the Wisteria covered Georgian Manor House it is very easy to see how this enchanting establishment has received its very much deserved Five

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