Whiskey cake with candied fruits is a popular Irish dessert that’s often served at Christmas or used for weddings and christenings. This recipe, which was first published in The Irish Heritage Cookbook, is much lighter and more like a spicy raisin cake than a heavy fruitcake. I’ve been making this all-occasion cake for more than […]
Irish Whiskey Cake Recipe by Margaret M. Johnson Read More »
I love to have these Jack Frost muffins on Christmas Eve morning – I feel Christmas has arrived properly then. I mix all the dry ingredients the night before and have my other ingredients ready in the fridge. It just takes three minutes in the morning to put it all together. Make sure to play
Jack Frost Muffins Recipe by Denise’s Delicious Gluten Free Bakery Read More »
Upside down cakes are my favourite type of comfort cake, and I’ve given my favourite raspberry one a Christmas twist by adding fresh cranberries to it. Ingredients: – ¼ glass mulled wine (optional) – 300g cranberries (fresh or frozen) – 300g raspberries (fresh or frozen) – 450g sugar – 225g unsalted butter, softened – 1 teaspoon lemon zest – 2 teaspoons vanilla
Cranberry & Raspberry Upside Down Cake Recipe by Karyn Ryan Read More »
Get the kids involved in the kitchen this Christmas with these fun Profiterole Snowmen Towers. They are sure to keep them busy (and their tummies full) during the Christmas break. Serves 8 Ingredients: Choux Pastry – 200ml cold water – 50g The Pantry caster sugar – 85g/3oz Cowbelle unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing – 100g The Pantry plain
Profiterole Snowmen Towers Recipe by Aldi Read More »
Master the art of perfect meringues for a fail-safe dessert that always rises to the occasion. Stiff peaks and a glossy sheen are the hallmark of a good meringue mix. A basic rule of thumb is to double the weight of caster sugar to egg whites. Save the leftover eggs yolks to use in hollandaise
Mastering the Art of Meringues with Siúcra Read More »
Stuffing has to be on the top of my favorite sides. My Mom has always made the best stuffing I have ever eaten, and it was always the side that was piled high and deep. I decided to play around with a stuffing of my own, using a flavor that is sung about and roasted;
Chestnut, Italian Sausage & Sage Stuffing Recipe by Carmel Hall Read More »
STUDIO – Galway’s newest restaurant and bar has just opened its doors, boasting a new concept venue born of the culture of welcoming and enjoyment for which the West of Ireland is famous. Located at 20 Eglinton Street, close to Brown Thomas, STUDIO serves food all day and is also the latest late night entertainment
Eat, Drink & Embrace STUDIO – Galway’s Newest Venue Read More »
I’m not sure why, but here in Ireland we seem to have a dislike for sweet wine, which is a great shame as I think we’re missing out on such a great style of drink. The most common explanation seems to be that the wines are “too sweet” for many people; however if we examine
Sweet Wines for Christmas (and Beyond) Read More »
With Christmas & New Year’s edging closer we have been busy checking out some bubbles for the occasion. This category just gets better each year with quality consistently getting higher from cava’s & proseccos to your vintage champagnes. We have chosen a few stunners for you to toast the festive period with or just to
7 Champagnes To Make You Sparkle This Christmas Read More »
With the ever growing interest in whiskey, there are now a lot more whiskey fans around making your Christmas shopping that bit trickier. Below is TheTaste whiskey guide to Christmas gifts. Glassware from €7.50 As a whiskey lover I do like to have great glassware for my whiskey but inevitably glasses get broken which can
A Whiskey lovers Christmas List Read More »
Christmas is knocking on the door along with family and friends so I have chosen some super wines to get you through the Christmas season. Whether you are serving a nut roast, canapés or turkey with all the trimmings. Montagner – Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G Spumante Millesimato Extra Dry 11.5% I was delighted when I
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Being located on St. Stephen’s Green in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Hotel, you can imagine Citron restaurant has a lot of competition from the surrounding hotels and restaurants. To stand out from the crowd, their menus are innovative, exciting and ever changing. Much of this has come from Head Chef Philip Mahon who has been leading
Innovation and Organisation with Philip Mahon of Citron Restaurant Read More »
Cusumano Benuara 2014 – Nero d’Avola, Syrah / Shiraz Another super offering from this winery. This wine has a deep and beautiful nose with aromas of blackberries, cherries, and spice with a light undertone of damp earth. It has an intriguing nose that almost transports you to Sicliy. The palate really offers a lot, a
Wine of the Week – Cusumano Benuara 2014 €18.99 Now €16.99 by Suzi Redmond Read More »
The Seafood Bar by Wright’s of Howth will open this evening (Friday 27th November) on Dublin’s Dawson Street. Located directly facing Dublin’s Mansion House, The Seafood Bar will offer a menu of fresh local seafood and more, from early morning seven days a week, and for dinner 6 nights a week, in a relaxed style.
The Seafood Bar by Wrights of Howth Opens Friday 27th November Read More »
The I BELIEVE™ Christmas Tree and Market officially opened in Dublin last week, when the 53 foot floating Rockefeller-inspired Christmas tree was lit up with over 20,000 lights. With 56 traders selling 100% Irish food products and 90% Irish craft, I BELIEVE™ runs for 28 days in the lead-up to Christmas until 23rd December at
Ireland’s Largest Ever Christmas Market I BELIEVE™ Now Open Read More »
2016 is set to be a an exciting year for Ireland’s Blue Book with Brown’s Restaurant, Derry/Londonderry, Killarney Royal, Co. Kerry, No.1 Pery Square, Co. Limerick, Viewmount House, Co. Longford and some incredible private rentals including Coolmore Manor, Co. Donegal and The Shannon Princess, Co. Westmeath joining the illustrious collection. Minster of State for Tourism
Minister Ring Launches Ireland’s Blue Book 2016 with Exciting New Hotels & Restaurants Read More »
This New Year’s Eve, The Cliff Townhouse have a very festive and celebratory menu on offer! Known as one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Ireland, The Cliff Townhouse is the go-to restaurant for many for their special occasions, and it doesn’t get much more special than New Year’s Eve! Located in a stunning
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Treat your loved ones to five star service this Christmas with The Westin Dublin’s Festive Afternoon Tea, served in front of a roaring fire in the elegant Atrium Lounge – a luxurious city centre haven with a five-story high glass ceiling. Get into the Christmas spirit by enjoying traditional afternoon tea with a seasonal twist;
Experience Five Star Festive Afternoon Tea at The Westin Dublin Read More »
Angelina’s has just opened on the banks of the Grand Canal at 55 Percy Place in Dublin 4, off Baggot Street, serving seven days a week, from noon until late week days and 10am to late Saturday and Sunday. Angelina’s lunch, brunch and dinner menus, created by Head Chef Ryan Bell, are laden with the
Angelina’s – Bold Italian cooking on the banks of the Grand Canal Read More »
The Fiesta Jose Cuervo took place in Lillie’s Bordello on Grafton Street last Friday as part of the closing weekend’s activities of Taste of Mexico, making winter in the city a little bit warmer with fabulous food and tequila of course! Naturally for a festival all about food and drink there were trays of delectable
Fiesta Jose Cuervo Brings Taste of Mexico Festival to a Close Read More »
The Signature Cocktail in Söder + Ko this week is the ‘Malmo’ – an equal mix of Aquatic Aperol & sweet vermouth takes on a Scandinavian negroni twist. Malmo €8 From early until late… 3am late… there’s a tipple to tempt every taste. And it’s here that our Scandinavian influence lives and breathes. Experience the
Malmo: Cocktail of the Week from Söder + Ko Read More »
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