A couple of weeks ago we headed up to Belfast to the Ulster final of the Irish Restaurant Awards, a region which has seen a huge explosion of new eateries in the past eighteen months. Belfast in particular has firmly placed itself on the map of top end dining experiences with the likes OX, Deanes […]
Stix & Stones Restaurant Belfast Review Read More »
Chef Wade Murphy has worked in some of the top kitchens in London, Chicago, Egypt and of course Ireland and has just been awarded both best chef in Limerick along with best restaurant with 1826 Adare. A wexford native with a passion for food from a young age, there was never really any doubt what
Off Duty Interview with Wade and Elaine Murphy of 1826 Adare Restaurant Read More »
Brunch is a huge movement in the food scene at present, no more so in Dublin. However we feel the Northside often gets neglected in applauding delicious dining experiences. A perfect case in point is the Pigeon House Restaurant in the sunny suburb of Clontarf. Housed in what was once Tibors on Vernon Avenue, the
A Cat Among the Pigeons in Clontarf – Pigeon House Restaurant Review Read More »
Located in the heart of one of Ireland’s top ‘foodie’ destinations, the state-of-the-art Kilkenny Cookery School has been opened by husband and wife team, chefs Neil and Mary McEvoy. The school provides a range of exciting cookery, baking and cake decorating classes for budding junior chefs from six years old to home cooks refining their
Kilkenny City’s First Cookery School Launches Read More »
This week both Tom Doorley and TheTaste had the pleasure of sampling Conor Dempsey’s Amuse on Dawson Street. Tom popped in for a bit of lunchtime indulgence and we decided to try out the 5 course “Spring” Tasting menu priced at €65pp to get a true appreciation of all Amuse has to offer. Lunch Review
Most Exciting Food in Dublin – Amuse Restaurant Review by Tom Doorley & TheTaste.ie Read More »
I can promise hands down that this is one of the “best threesomes” you will ever come across… First we have a delicious, moreish chocolate brownie, delicious on its own no argument from me, but then we add some Maltesers and one more addition that can only take it to another level Rolo! Soft chewy
Brownie “Pizza” Slice With Rolo & Maltesers by Karyn Ryan Read More »
One of the spices I love to explore is a curry mix, and there are so many different routes you can go with a curry. As much as I love cooking and experimenting with flavors, herbs, spices and techniques sometimes you can’t beat a something that has been made for you. I’ve always a fancied
Chicken Vindaloo Curry Recipe by Carmel Hall Read More »
If you needed a good reason to visit the attractive riverside town of Carrick-on-Shannon in Leitrim, the food being served in The Oarsman has to be top of the list. I have dined there three times in as many months and was hugely impressed by the food that I ate in this delightful gastro pub.
The Oarsman Restaurant – Carrick on Shannon Review by Niamh Mannion Read More »
There was a time when Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey was the World’s favourite. For over a century, it defined the very essence of Irish Whiskey, it’s complexity, full of flavour and lingering taste flowing from Dublin to New York via London. History was unkind and Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey all but disappeared from
When Irish eyes are smiling “ Rediscover the Original Irish Whiskey “ Read More »
Spring is here and the sun is finally starting to shine! There is something about the beautiful daffodils that sends me into a bit of a lemon frenzy – It must be the colour! I felt inspired to create something fresh and fruity with a bubbly twist. These super sweet ‘naked’ cakes make the perfect
‘Naked’ Raspberry & Lemon Bubble Cakes Recipe by Cat Lawlor Read More »
Tapas has become very fashionable in the last few years, but what exactly is tapas and where does it come from? Some enlightenment came when I recently attended a tasting of Iberico Ham with Master Carver Mario Hiraldo, a leading authority on Iberico Ham in the World during a recent visit to Dublin. On the
The Most Famous Tapas in Spain – Jamon Iberico Read More »
Harcourt Street on most nights of the week is a bustling place to be, more notably for it’s clubs than restaurants, which it strange considering the number of offices that surround the area. With the opening of The Dean and Sophie’s a lot more people are considering this street as a restaurant option. In fact
On The Right Track -1900 Restaurant Harcourt Street Review Read More »
Tara Walker introduced invited guests to her Termonfeckin based ‘East Coast Cookery School’ by taking it on tour to Dublin for a night! Friends and foodies enjoyed a true taste of Tara’s cuisine this week in Medley, sampling a range of signature dishes and hearing about the recently expanded cookery school (www.eastcoastcookeryschool.ie), which offers a
The East Coast Cookery School Pops Up in Dublin Read More »
There are many things to like about Graham Neville cooking; Not only does he serve some exquisitely refined cooking but he also remains true to the provenance of the produce he uses going to the extent of cultivating some of the vegetables and herbs he serves in his restaurant. It represents what a talented and
Restaurant Forty One “ The Magic of Chef Graham Neville “ Read More »
Here is a super, easy recipe for a simple tasty supper from the talented Tara Walker of East Coast Cookery School. Enjoy! Makes enough sauce about 12 claws Ingredients – Crab Claws, cooked – 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped – Some parsley, finely chopped – A splash of Picpoul de Pinet – A spritz
Crab Claws in a Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe by Tara Walker Read More »
Something has been troubling me for a while, and it’s only recently that it has begun to come to a head, which from the outset requires a contextual setting. A straw has been laid upon the dromedary’s back, which is at tipping point. Ireland has come through one of the worst recessions ever. From the
Craft Beer – “It’s all mad strong beer designed to send you loopy” by IrishBeerSnob Read More »
Poor Riesling is unloved on this island, just like on the island to our east. Ask any serious wine enthusiast about Riesling and they will wax lyrical about it for hours, but such praise falls on deaf ears when talking to the average consumer. Why such disparity? A few reasons; many people see a tall
Give Me a Riesling 2 Love You by Frankly Wines Read More »
Friday 15th May is International Chardonnay Day, though with the level of opprobrium that the variety seems to attract nowadays you’d be forgiven for categorising it alongside International Marmite Day (if such a things exists). Needless to say, this criticism is much misguided. True, much damage was done to Chardonnay’s reputation in the previous decade
Has Chardonnay Had it’s Day? by The Motley Cru Read More »
Newly restored Powers Thatched Pub and Restaurant in Oughterard run by Frank and Mags Kinsella is combining the traditional Irish pub feel with beautiful modern elements, live music and great food. The original thatched bar remains intact and was restored using salvaged materials. The 1960s two storey to the rear has been renovated and includes
Rustic Cottage Setting in the Newly Restored Powers Thatched Pub Read More »
After 20 years, iconic Galway eatery Lynch’s Cafe is no more. The cafe as Galwegians know it closed its doors on Saturday last 2 May and will re launch as 56 Central on 19 May. Galway business woman Gill Carroll, owner of 37 west in Newcastle is behind the restaurant venture which will add another
It’s Time For 56 Central Read More »
To mark the opening of its distillery and state-of-the-art visitor centre at Laverstoke Mill in Hampshire, Bombay Sapphire has created a special, limited edition, glass decanter-style bottle to house the first batch of gin produced at the new distillery. The bottle features an etching by award winning illustrator Si Scott depicting all of the key
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