On Thursday June 8th Dublin’s finest five-star boutique hotels, Dylan Hotel, celebrated a decade since its opening and to mark the occasion it officially unveiled a €10 million renovation at a glamorous gala. The results of the renovation include with addition of 28 new guest bedrooms, the creation of 15 hotel industry jobs and multiple […]
Looking for a frozen treat without the dairy? Cork startup Oh! Naturelle, which creates a range of award-winning gourmet sorbets, has just secured a listing in Dublin stores. “We scooped three gold stars in the Great Taste Awards last year for our handmade Raspberry & Rose Sorbet and since then we’ve been inundated with requests
This Award Winning Low Calorie Sorbet is Now Available in Dublin Read More »
Assuming the sun makes a repeat appearance over the summer, Nespresso has iced coffee lovers covered with two Limited Edition Nepresso on Ice coffees that have been specially crafted with flavour notes well suited to sipping chilled. Intenso on Ice is a bold coffee with cereal and cocoa notes and an rich roasted finish. Served tall
According to the National Off-Licence Association (NOffLA) Annual Members’ Survey results, the industry is experiencing a series of challenges that jeopardise jobs and threaten small and medium businesses the most, specially independent retailers. These findings, compiled on a report and infographic that offers a look at the trade’s status in 2017 showed that 67% of off-licence
NOffLA: High Prices of Alcoholic Drinks in Ireland Threatening Local Retailers Read More »
There’s many reasons to visit Donegal, an unspoilt environment, richly diverse landscape and some of Ireland’s longest established surfing spots, and now there’s another: the best chowder in the world. On Saturday June 10th Inishowen chef Kieran Doherty took home to Donegal the top gong from the World Chowder Cook-Off in Newport, Rhode Island. The
Chowder Champion – Donegal Chef Wins World Chowder Cook-off in USA Read More »
June 16, 1904. A day immortalised in the pages of James Joyce’s Ulysses and celebrated by lovers of literature every year in the affectionately named Bloomsday, in honour of Joycean hero Leopold Bloom. Nowadays the festivities have escalated to a full festival running from June 11th to the 16th, with numerous activities that will entice hardcore
5 Delicious Bloomsday Festival Activities for the Food and Drink Enthusiast Read More »
Some like it red, some like it white, some drink both types and who is anyone to judge? The palette of wine -just like the palette of life- goes beyond two choices, and today we’ll get inspired by the seven colours of the rainbow to discover mind opening wines that are perfect to toast with pride. One of
Rainbow Wines: Seven Colours to Toast with Pride (Including Blue Wine) Read More »
Yesterday 8th of June, this year’s edition of Taste of Cavan was launched at an event that took place at The Olde Post Inn, Cloverhill. The cherished food festival is considered one of the main platforms for promotion of local producers. Among the special guests to this event were Dragons’ Den star Gavin, actor and Celebrity
Taste of Cavan Returns this 11th and 12th of August Read More »
Donegal was recently acknowledged as the coolest place on earth by prestigious publication National Geographic. They might have chosen the county thanks to its gorgeous beaches, majestic landscapes and superb hospitality, and as if that wasn’t enough, there’s now a new reason to give “cool cred” to this county thanks to the creative new addition to Letterkenny’s
Donegal Just Got Another Reason to Be Deemed the Coolest Place on Earth Read More »
The weekend is here and with it the food and drink rituals we’ve been waiting all week to savour. But in between brunch, your weekly takeaway, and drinks with friends there are a host of foodie events that will satisfy every craving. Here are our picks of the four best food and drink events this
Top 4 Food and Drink Events to Savour and Sip to this Weekend, June 10th-11th Read More »
If you were around in 2016 (and we all know, you were) you might have seen a summery cocktail brilliantly named Frosé all over social media. The drink in question, a slushie made out of rosé wine was all the rage but now it’s time to move on and embrace our new seasonal cocktail overlord:
Is this the Next Frosé? Meet your New Summer Cocktail Boss Read More »
Yesterday 8th of June, DublinTown launched its new site UniqueToDublin.ie dedicated to highlight all the places, experiences and features that are exclusive to Dublin. With over 1,000 businesses that are completely unique to the city, 30 of them trading for over a century, and plenty of unequaled offers both for locals and tourists, this promises to
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Number Twenty Two on South Anne Street is a unique theatre style venue in the heart of the city, offering a night out with a difference with thrilling shows paired with a delicious dinner. Number Twenty Two has just announced a new show for summer – a brand new Irish music, dance and performance spectacular
A Night Out with a Difference – Number Twenty Two Presents Slide Step Read More »
There’s plenty on the menu for families and children at Westport Food Festival, which takes place from 23rd-25th June 2017. There are workshops and tours, a fabulous new ‘fast food race’ and of course the Fairgreen Food Village which is fun for everyone. There’s also a full programme of free demonstrations from top chefs like
The Westport Food Festival Promises Fun for the Whole Family Read More »
An enchanting time in Ireland’s Ancient East, Boyne Valley Food Series is tapping into the magic of midsummer with a line-up of events in June that have a special appeal for families and food enthusiasts. The Boyne Valley was crowned a Foodie Destination in 2016 and A Taste of Ireland’s Ancient East, which is part
Families and Food Enthusiasts Set for Midsummer Magic at the Boyne Valley Food Series Read More »
From the classic dating combo of dinner and a movie to the post-film pint that keeps the evening going after you watched the heroes of the season saving the world, having a venue in mind to enjoy food or drink before or after the function will only make your night more enjoyable. We have rounded
Dinner and a Movie: Where to Eat and Drink Near Dublin Cinemas Read More »
Afternoon Tea is a wonderful ritual everyone can luxuriate in, and you can now spoil your dad on Father’s Day with a Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea at Cliff at Lyons – the ultimate indulgent way to mark the day. This special Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea will take place on June 18th, from 2pm until 5pm, meaning you can dedicate the entire
You’ve seen them on Instagram, you’ve probably even attempted making your own at home and one thing is for sure – smoothie bowls are the stylish breakfast du jour. As easy on the eye as they are on the taste buds, creating an extra thick smoothie, swapping your glass for a bowl and adorning it
Ultimate Breakfast Goals – Dublin’s First Smoothie Bowl Bar Kale + Coco is Now Open Read More »
If your idea of a barbeque strictly involves a back garden, overdone burgers and less than proficient pitmasters then Clontarf Castle Hotel is about to change all that with their Gourmet Barbeques. Instead think delicious dishes prepared by Executive Head Chef Stuart Heeney and dining on the stylish Terrace that’s set against the backdrop of
Bring Some Style to Your Summer Cookout with a Gourmet Barbeque at Clontarf Castle Hotel Read More »
By now, we’re all used to premium burgers with gourmet ingredients and prices that are closer to fine dining restaurants than to fast food joints but even in this era of glorified patties on brioche buns, a £1,785 (€2057) is an extravagance, in fact it is the world’s most expensive burger. The burger, acknowledged by the Guinness
This episode of the Best Possible Taste Podcast is produced by Sharon Noonan with guest presenter Declan Maxwell. It focuses on Taste of Dublin which takes place in the capital’s Iveagh Gardens from Thursday 15 June – Sunday 18 June 2017. Declan talks to Taste of Dublin Festival Director, Avril Bannerton, about the 2017 programme
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