Stepping into the Past, Embracing the Present.
Victorian heritage with modern comforts at Foyle's Hotel, Clifden
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| . Celebrity chefs. Not really. Recognise anyone? Gerard King's painting is always a talking point in Marconi's |
Imagine sinking into a plush armchair in Foyle's Hotel's foyer. The ornate wooden staircase whispers stories of a bygone era, transporting you to a time of classic elegance.
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| Marconi's |
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| Room with a view. Pic: Kirsty Lyons |
Barnahown, a luxurious new low-impact 4-bedroom Irish guesthouse near Mitchelstown in Co. Cork has opened its doors, offering Galtee mountain views, creature comforts aplenty, and access to a multitude of local wellness, adventure-based, and food-focused experiences.
The sensitively renovated and lovingly-restored 1800's farmhouse provides the
Dive into Oyster Nirvana
at Moran's Oyster Cottage
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| Thermidor |
Imagine this: a quaint, thatched cottage perched right on the Galway coast, the salty breeze whispering promises of fresh seafood delights. That's exactly what greets you at
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CELEBRATE THE MAGIC OF AYALA CHAMPAGNE
AT FORBES STREET BY GARETH MULLINS
Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins is delighted to announce the next wine dinner in their exclusive series on Thursday, 25th July. This prestigious event will be run in association with Findlaters & Co. and will celebrate the heritage and craftsmanship of the Champagne house AYALA, an esteemed family-owned establishment founded in 1860 by Edmond de AYALA. Nestled in Aÿ, in the
Poderi Dal Nespoli Trebbiano Rubicone (IGT) 2022, 12% ABV
€12.95 Bradleys
Fresh and fruity wine is Highly Recommended.
Crossing the Rubicon!😉
The colour of this full-bodied organic Italian white is a pale and clear straw. Aromas hint of lemon and peach follow through in the flavours (where you may also find
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Into Kildare and Newbridge Silverware Host Members Event to Showcase Kildare’s Premier Tourism Offerings
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| Aine Mangan, CEO Into Kildare and Ronan Mackey, Newbridge Silverware |
Into Kildare, the official tourism body for County Kildare, recently welcomed (2nd July) 40 members to a collaborative event and lunch held at Newbridge Silverware. The event highlighted the attractions and accommodations that Kildare has to offer visitors to the county, while also providing a
Monte Dall’ Ora Valpolicella Classico (DOC) Saseti 2022, 12.5% ABV
RRP €26.95. Stockists: 64 Wine, Greenman Wines, Bradleys Cork, Le Caveau online
“Knowledge and respect for natural cycles help us to find the balance”
The colour of our Valpolicella Classico is a pale, though very bright, garnet. Aromas of cherries and strawberries greet you. Freshness and flavour prevail in the mouth with minty notes and crunchy spices. It’s a gentle, light-bodied wine with a
Kinnegar Maddyroe American Red, 5.8%, 440 ml can Carry Out St Luke’s
The fox is back in the chicken run!
Red is the colour of my true love’s hair (as Donovan sang away back when) and also the colour of
Farmgate Finds a New Home in Lismore
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Lismore has warmly welcomed Farmgate, a beloved restaurant forced to relocate from flood-stricken Midleton where they had been operating since that restaurant business was founded by Marog O'Brien in 1983. Bringing their renowned food and friendly service to West Waterford, Farmgate offers a
A light-bodied charmer, perfect for a casual evening.
Musella Valpolicella Superiore (DOC) 2020, 13% ABV
€21.95 O’Briens Wine
Forget that boring red juice – this Musella Valpolicella Superiore is here to shake things up!
Pour yourself a glass and check out the gorgeous ruby red colour – a touch deeper than the recent Monte Dall’ Ora Valpolicella Classico. Take a whiff, and you'll be greeted by a
On the Craft Trail with Mo Chara, Hope and a gift from Malaga!
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Mo Chara Lager, 4.2% ABV, 330 ml bottle Carry Out St Luke’s
A real clean and smooth 4.2% gluten-free lager
The first thing you notice is the stubby little bottle so beloved by those Australians who measure everything in stubbies. The time it takes to get to Youigahl from Cork would be a two to three stubbie trip while the line for Kylie concert tickets might be described as
Lunaria Coste di Moro Montepulciano d’Abruzzo (DOP) 2019, 14% ABV
€19.95 O’Briens Wine
a wine more for conversation rather than contemplation!
There’s no seeing through the dark ruby red of this Montepulciano from Abruzzo. Red fruit on the nose. On the palate, it is soft and intense, slightly tannic with an
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INTRODUCING BEÁR BIA - A PODCAST CELEBRATING THE UNISON OF IRISH FOOD & DRINK, BROUGHT TO YOU BY DEE LAFFAN & OISÍN DAVIS
