Thomas Street is Getting a Modern New Building that will Feature a Stylish Restaurant

Dublin 8 continues to up its food and drink game and the heart of the area, The Liberties, is about get a new multi-purpose building located at 61-63 Thomas Street which will include offices and a restaurant. The building is currently in works and according to The Liberties Business Area Improvement Initiative, it was designed by Lawrence and Long Architects, […]

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An Evening of Slane Irish Whiskey Tasting, Storytelling and Music Is Coming to Cork

An Immersive Evening of Whiskey Tasting, Storytelling and Music Is Coming to Cork

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

J.J.Coppinger’s Bar combines modern service with a historical setting and old school charm. The appealing Cork venue, located on Main Street, Midleton, is the ideal setting for a whiskey experience that will combine the enjoyment of the grain spirit with great storytelling. Slane Irish Whiskey, who has recently brought high quality whiskey back to the Boyne Valley, will

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This Californian Red will Pair Beautifully with a Thanksgiving Dinner and Other Seasonal Flavours

This Californian Red will Pair Beautifully with Thanksgiving Dinner

Drinks, Small Bites, Wine / Gaby Guedez

Just as Americans join the celebration and embrace Paddy’s Day with great fanfare during the month of March, November allows us to return the love. With a holiday as delicious and joyful as Thanksgiving, we are more than happy to partake! Celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States (second Monday of October in

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This is the Perfect Place to Refuel During Your Christmas Shopping

News / Darina Coffey

Balfes, the chic centrally located all day dining bar and brasserie located at the heart of Dublin’s creative quarter provides the perfect respite from the cold for busy seasonal shoppers. Located in the heart of Dublin, the stylish setting and delicious seasonal additions to the Balfes menu mean one of our firm favourites has never

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These Award-Winning Venues will Host Extraordinary Ribera del Duero Wine Dinners this December

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

With their intensity, richness and renown quality, wines from the Spanish DO Ribera del Duero are perfect to pair with delectable winter warmer dishes this season. Wine and food lovers will be able to experience the finest of union between wines from this region and dishes from two prestigious venues as Wines from Spain has teamed

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The Fitzwilliam Hotel Invites You to be Thankful for their Thanksgiving Dinner Menu

Small Bites / Nirina Plunkett

American traditions are often welcomed in Ireland, from their culinary dishes to their fashion and it is not surprising since our nation plays host to over one million visitors from the United States every single year. Thanksgiving is a big occasion overseas, however the Fitzwilliam Hotel is one venue in particular that is embracing this

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Grey Goose Vodka Has Teamed Up with this Gorgeous City Centre Bar for an Unmissable Pop Up

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Cocktail enthusiasts have a delightful weekend ahead as premium vodka Grey Goose has teamed up with the newly opened Mulligan & Haines for a very special pop up experience featuring series of events combining fine signature mixes and delicious bites from November 24th to the 26th. The weekend will start with an after work evening on Friday, November

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Get Festive Feasting Ready at Neven Maguire’s Simply Better Christmas Cookery Demo

Events, Small Bites / Erica Bracken

You might have already spotted the sumptuous Simply Better Christmas Collection in your local Dunnes Stores, or drooled over the stunning ad campaign that’s been popping up everywhere. Now, you there’s finally an excuse to indulge in the range before the festive season truly arrives . This Thursday evening, November 23rd, Dunnes Stores in Newbridge

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Taste Over 100 Wines this Weekend at the Green Man Wines Christmas Fair

Events, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

This Sunday 26th of November, one of Dublin’s best independent wine shops, Green Man Wines, is hosting its 3rd Christmas Wine Fair. The fair will take place from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and there will be over 100 different wines open to taste. It is an ideal opportunity to revisit a few bottles you

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Irish Chef Takes First Place at San Pellegrino UK & Ireland Young Chef Final

News / Darina Coffey

Three gifted Irish-based chefs last night competed in the prestigious San Pellegrino Young Chef UK and Ireland regional final and Aniar’s Chef de Partie Killian Crowley took the top spot to secure a place in the global final in Milan next year. The hotly contested event took place in Aveqia, London and Killian’s Turbot, kohlrabi,

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idle talk Cocktail Recipe by Fonté Coffee Roasters

Idle Talk Cocktail Recipe from Fonté Coffee Roasters

Cocktails, Drinks, Recipes / Gaby Guedez

Enjoy the wonders of fine Earl Grey in a delightful gin cocktail with a combination of citrus, herbal and floral flavours. Ingredients: – 50ml Earl Grey infused gin – 15ml lavender syrup – 20ml lemon – Rosemary sprig and lemon zest garnish Method: 1. For the tea gin: infuse the fonte Earl Grey teabag in 50ml of gin, I used

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Cafe Tequila Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe by Fonté Coffee Roasters

Café Tequila Espresso Martini Cocktail Recipe by Fonté Coffee Roasters

Cocktails, Drinks, Recipes / Gaby Guedez

A variation of the popular coffee cocktail, that will please lovers of the trendy caffeinated classic. Ingredients: – 40ml Patron café tequila – 10ml frangelico – 10ml creme de cacao Brown – 1 shot Fonté espresso Method: 1. Add all ingredients to a shaker, fill with ice and hard shake until the liquid is a light brown and frothy. 2. Fine

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Gin Tea Cocktail Recipe by Fonté Coffee Roasters

Cocktails, Drinks, Recipes / Gaby Guedez

If cocktails are your cup of tea, this tempting tipple is sure to please. Next time someone calls round for tea, surprise them with this fabulous tea cocktail using Fonté’s delicious range of herbal teas. Tip: For best flavours use Tanqueray gin and Fonté Peaceful Tea Time which has is a mix of lavender, hibiscus and black

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The Best Young Chef in Ireland Has Been Named

Small Bites / Darina Coffey

After months of rigorous competition, the Euro-toques Young Chef of the Year 2017 was crowned last night and 23 year old Conor Halpenny took the title at a glittering gala event in the Intercontinental Hotel. From Ardee in Co. Louth, Conor is currently Chef de Partie at Michelin starred Chapter One and counts Ross Lewis as

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Blackwater Distillery will Launch its Single Malt Irish Whisky Retronaut this Weekend

Blackwater Distillery will Launch a Single Malt Irish Whisky Retronaut this Weekend

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Blackwater Distillery is located on the banks of the Blackwater River in West Waterford. After making headlines recently thanks to the launch of a Barry’s Tea Irish Gin, they have announced the debut date for their first Irish whisky. Named “Retronaut“, the spirit will be formally introduced to the publish next week at Whiskey Live Dublin,

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You Can Now Get a Personalised Bottle Mór Irish Gin

You Can Now Get a Personalised Bottle of Mór Irish Gin Just in Time for Christmas!

Gin, Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Giving someone a present with a personal touch is always a great way to show we went the extra mile to make them feel special. From a personalised bottle of Moët & Chandon to a Nutella jar with their name and most recently, an engraved bottle of Powers Irish Whiskey; brands are making it possible for

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New Craft Beer and Gin Bar The Bald Eagle Has Just Landed in Phibsborough

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Beer lovers and gin enthusiasts have a new venue to add to their must-trys in town: The Bald Eagle, located in Phibsborough, Dublin 7, which specialises in craft beers and gin creations. The bar announced its opening last Friday 17th of November and besides the brews, the spirits and numerous signature cocktails, you’ll find hearty

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Time to Stock Up for the Holidays: O’Briens Wine’s Best Loyalty Offer Ever is Here

Small Bites / Gaby Guedez

Whether you’re looking to buy wines for a celebration or for gifts, O’Briens Wine’s biggest loyalty offer ever is one you can’t miss: enjoy 20% back on your loyalty card when you purchase any 6 wines or more across their entire range. With over 200 wines (including numerous sparkling and their full range of Christmas wine gifts) on

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Best Possible Taste Podcast – Author Karina Melvin and More

Podcasts, Small Bites / Jim Heffner

In this week’s Best Possible Taste Podcast, resident wine expert, Ron Forrestal from Forrestal Wine Merchants, joins Sharon Noonan in the studio with advice about ordering wine in a restaurant. Also chatting to Sharon is Karina Melvin, who has details about her recently published book, Artful Eating. The book is said to change your life

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Three Wines to Embrace the Festive Mood this Weekend

Drinks, Wine / Gaby Guedez

As the countdown to Christmas progresses, the wine scene in Dublin becomes more and more vibrant. The highly anticipated O’Briens Winter Wine Festival took place last weekend and yesterday Dublin joined the celebrations for Beaujolais Nouveau Day, which is celebrated on the third Thursday of July every year. Besides the big events, this week I

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A New Year’s With a Twist – Escape The Hustle And Bustle of The City With Smithwick’s

Small Bites / Nirina Plunkett

Celebrating the New Year should be a memory shared with loved ones, full of laughter and stories to retell over and over again. And to ring in the upcoming year’s end, Smithwick’s Irish Ale is offering an alternative setting for those looking to escape the typical New Year’s night out in the city. Having created

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