Jameson Irish Whiskey Launches International "Taste, That's Why" Campaign

Jameson Irish Whiskey Launches International “Taste, That’s Why” Campaign

Jameson Irish Whiskey has unveiled a new campaign titled “Taste, That’s Why” which will launch in the US this month, ahead of a wider roll-out later this year. It will encompass television, out of home, digital and social media content to highlight the popular brand of Irish whiskey, produced by Irish Distillers in Midleton Distillery. Creative […]

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The Best Possible Taste Podcast – Literature & Larder at Glin Castle And More

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon Noonan chats to Dee Laffan, Imen McDonnell at Glin Castle and TheTaste’s Gaby Guedez. Sharon travels to the West Limerick countryside to meet Imen McDonnell. Here she finds out about the Lens and Larder collaboration with Cliodhna Prendergast, and the Literature and Larder retreat taking place in

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California’s Iconic Ridge Vineyard is Coming to Lough Erne Resort for a Very Special Wine Dinner

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

The wines from California are some of the world’s finest and more diverse and fortunately for wine lovers, they’re becoming a more common sight this side of the Atlantic. This Wednesday 14th of March, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the wines from the prestigious Ridge Vineyards, within the marvellous surroundings of the 5 star Lough

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Fabulous Faro – Ryanair’s New Cork to Portugal Route is Perfect for Winter Sun

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

With the ‘Beast from the East’ currently battering the country, we can’t help but plan our next sunny escape. Ryanair has announced a new Cork to Faro route, which will give traveller’s more choice when planning a trip to Portugal. Popular with those seeking some winter sun, the new service will run twice-weekly service as

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Win a Delicious Easter Hamper from Little Italy – CLOSED

Competitions / Roisin Flynn

Founded in the 1980’s, Little Italy was the first Italian gourmet food shop in Ireland. Over the years, the family business has expanded due to the popularity of Italian food in Ireland. Today the company is regarded as a leading Italian importer catering to hotels, restaurants, cafe’s, delicatessens, gourmet shops and off licenses, as well

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Great News! Ireland is Getting a Massive Gin Festival this Spring

Great News! Ireland’s Biggest Ever Gin Festival is Coming this Spring

Events, Gin, News, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Irish gin lovers have a date to mark on their calendars as the biggest ever Irish gin event is coming soon: On Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of April 2018, the first edition of Gin Experience Dublin will take place at the iconic Printworks in Dublin Castle. The event will gather the best gin producers in

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Alltech Craft Brews & Food Fair 2018 to Feature Spirits and Cocktails at New Distillers Quater

Alltech Craft Brews & Food Fair 2018 to Feature Spirits and Cocktails at New Distillers Quarter

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Ireland’s largest craft beer festival, the Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair, is getting an expansion. They’ve announced the introduction of a Distillers Quarter for the event’s 2018 edition, which will take place at the Convention Centre Dublin from Thursday March 8th – Saturday March 10th 2018. The area was conceived in response to the growing

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Nighmarket Is Hosting a Fabulous Five Course Thai Dinner for a Great Cause

Nightmarket Is Hosting a Fabulous Five Course Thai Dinner for a Great Cause

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Food writer Dee Laffan has teamed up with Nightmarket Restaurant in Ranelagh to host a very special five course dinner in aid of MS Ireland. The event will take place on the 14th of March from 7:00 pm and it will feature a memorable menu of delectable Thai flavours. The selection of dishes to be enjoyed on the

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Chef Rob Curley to Represent Northern Ireland at Minature Pinxtos Congress in Spain

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

Chef Rob Curley runs Slemish Market Supper Club, a fun, creative and innovative pop-up dining experience, which utilises produce from Slemish Market Garden in Ballymena and the Glens of Antrim in Northern Ireland. Chef Rob has over 20 years experience in the restaurant trade, having worked previously in Michelin starred L’Ecrivain and Shanahans On The

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Teelings Whiskey Has Planned a Fantastic Line-Up of Events for St. Patrick's Festival

Teeling Whiskey Has Planned a Fantastic Line-Up of Events for St. Patrick’s Festival

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Teeling Whiskey has planned a spectacular line up of events to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. As part of the St. Patrick’s Festival programme, the popular Dublin 8 distillery will go green to honour Ireland’s patron saint, and it will gather comedy, crafts and of course, whiskey, to treat its visitors. Below, the line up of events

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Weather Woman Nuala Carey to Cook Up a Storm on TV3’s The Restaurant Tonight

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

While the weather is dominating everyone’s newsfeed today with red alert warnings and images of snow blanketing the country, one of Ireland’s most recognisable weather women Nuala Carey will be facing down a beast from the east of her own in the form of Marco Pierre White. TV3’s The Restaurant returns tonight at 9pm with

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Planning to Travel in The Next Few Days – Here’s What You Need to Know (Updated)

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

We’ve all been following Storm Emma and The Beast From The East as its been making its icy way over to Ireland. Now that it has arrived and the country has been put on red alert, the most important thing is to stay safe. This is especially important if you’re planning to travel in the

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Porta 6 Reserva 2015 - Wine of the Week from O'Briens

A Rich and Comforting Red to Bring Some Portuguese Warmth to this Chilly Week

Drinks, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Just when the first hiking and foraging events of the year start to pop on my Facebook timeline, news of the “Beast from the East” encourage me to reconsider the wonders of indoors life. This meteorological Yeti’s surprise visit has also pushed me to frantically search for a last minute escape to sunny Portugal. Porta

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Ultimate Glamour: A Chic Champagne Bar Is Coming to Galway Just in Time for the Races

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Galway’s Ballybrit racecourse hosts one of the most glamorous and highly anticipated events of the year, the Galway Races Summer Festival. Simply known as The Galway Races, this annual event is returning on the 30th of May 2018 and promises a week of superb racing, as well as world-class hospitality and entertainment. In preparations for this year, a

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Dublin 8 Gem Locks Names Chris Maguire as New Head Chef

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

Locks on Windsor Terrace has gained a reputation for being a neighbourhood gem in Dublin 8 and is frequently flooded with diners seeking out their contemporary Irish cuisine served in a stunning canal-side dining room. The acclaimed restaurant is run by a passionate team of chefs, Connor O’Dowd and Paul McNamara, and it has just

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Hats and High Heels – A Thoroughly Stylish Afternoon Tea is Coming to This Galway Hotel

Events, Small Bites / Jim Heffner

Galway’s g Hotel & Spa is hosting a very special charity Afternoon Tea in March, so you can enjoy delicious treats for a good cause. The Millinery Afternoon Tea is in partnership with newly founded charity Rosabel’s Rooms, and will take place on Sunday, March 25th. Starting at 2pm, guests will be welcomed to the

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Il Posto Restaurant is Hosting a Charity Event That’s Perfect For Animal Lovers

Events, Small Bites / Jim Heffner

PAWS Animal Rescue is having a charity lunch in one of our favourite Italian restaurants. Hosted by personality Amanda Brunker, the event will take place in Il Posto Restaurant at St. Stephen’s Green on April 21st. One of the most relaxed and modern Italian restaurants, Il Posto offers a menu that will transport you to the

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This Special International Women’s Day Dinner Celebrates Local Female Food Producers

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

A trip to the award-winning Mustard Seed in Ballingarry, Co Limerick is always a gastronomic treat, and to mark International Women’s Day, the team shall be shining a light on leading female food producers with a special dinner. Falling on Thursday 8th March, the dinner will see guests choose from a menu dotted with some

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One of Dublin's most inviting bars, the Knights Bar at Clontarf Castle, has teamed up with local favourite The Five Lamps Brewery to create their very own pale ale, fittingly named Cluain Tarbh, Clontarf's original name in Irish. The time honoured Knights Bar at Clontarf Castle Hotel is the perfect setting to enjoy this refreshing yet flavourful craft brew, made to effortlessly match the wide array of high-end gastropub dishes from their eclectic menu. Some of the delightful options you can pair your pint of Cluain Tarbh with include the Knights Bar's signature Crispy Pork Belly, served with baked apple puree, Clonakilty black pudding potato cakes and savoy cabbage; Braised Irish Beef Short Ribs (with tagliatelle pasta bound in crème fraiche, truffle, pickled mushrooms, shallots and aged Parmesan ), or Roasted Monkfish and Panko Fried Black Tiger Prawns (with chickpea stew, spiced coconut voluté, roaring bay mussel); all of which have been recently added to the venues' selection of hearty and appetising dishes. The Five Lamps Brewery is an independent craft brewery located in the heart of The Liberties, which focuses on producing high quality beers and is always keen to highlight Dublin's rich brewing heritage and tradition. They've collaborated with the team at the Kings Bar to craft a balanced ale with a creamy top and a refreshing character. Cluain Tarbh Pale Ale is available exclusively at Clontarf Castle Hotel and it's ideal whether enjoyed with friends by the cosy fireplace at the stunning bar, or alongside any of the mouth-watering dishes created by Head Chef is Stuart Heeney, another proud Dubliner who has worked for Michelin starred establishments and prestigious venues across Dublin, and who has cooked at Clontarf Castle since 2012. Fancy visiting the gorgeous Clontarf Castle Hotel? Check out our current offers: Savour a 3 Course Dinner for Two with a Bottle of Wine in Double AA Restaurant Fahrenheit at Clontarf Castle €60 Experience Clontarf Castle with an Overnight Stay for Two in a Deluxe Room with Breakfast and Dinner at Fahrenheit Restaurant for only €185 Experience Sparkling Afternoon Tea with a difference for Two People with Fusion Tea at Clontarf Castle Hotel for €57 More information: clontarfcastle.ie

Is this the Ultimate Dublin Craft Beer? Clontarf Castle and Five Lamps Teamed Up to Brew

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

One of Dublin’s most inviting bars, the Knights Bar at Clontarf Castle, has teamed up with local favourite The Five Lamps Brewery to create their very own pale ale, fittingly named Cluain Tarbh, Clontarf’s original name in Irish. The time honoured Knights Bar at Clontarf Castle Hotel is the perfect setting to enjoy this refreshing yet flavourful

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Airbnb Plus is About to Seriously Upgrade Your Travel Accommodation Choices

Small Bites, Travel News / Jim Heffner

It’s hard to imagine a time before staying in quirky apartments and houses around the world became commonplace. Airbnb has been around for 10 years and since then, travellers around the world have been embracing the authentic experience the service offers. Just when you think Airbnb can’t possibly get any better, the service has upgraded

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Unleash Your Princess Dreams With This Disney-Inspired Bottomless Brunch

Small Bites / Jim Heffner

Two of our great loves have joined together for the most magical of all experiences. That’s right, Disney and Brunch are becoming one (and there’s alcohol involved too). This special bottomless brunch, aptly named ‘When You Wish Upon A Brunch’, is coming to The Aeronaut in London. For just £28 per person, you can live

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