Monday, July 22, 2024

On the craft trail with a trio of Very Highly Recommended Beers from Hope, Bullhouse and Third Barrel

On the craft trail with a trio of Very Highly Recommended Beers from Hope, Bullhouse and Third Barrel 

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Hope Overboard Witbier 4.8% ABV,  440 ml can O’Briens



Hope tells us this pale gold beer is a Belgian-style Witbier, disclosing also that it is infused with curacao orange peel and juniper berries, not that there’s any major sign of

Friday, July 19, 2024

Celebrate Global Flavours at the Taste of Kildare Festival 2024

press release 

Celebrate Global Flavours at the Taste of Kildare Festival 2024

Derry Clarke, Natalie Collins, and Pippa Clancy, all set to go!

 

This September, food lovers are invited to indulge in a culinary celebration like no other at the 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival. Set against the scenic backdrop of Naas Racecourse from the 20th to the 22nd of September, this year's festival is brought to you by Into Kildare, the tourism board for County Kildare, and is supported by Ballymore. The festival, now in its third year, promises

Connemara Calling: A whirlwind tour of Wild Beauty and Delicious Bites

Connemara Calling: A whirlwind tour of Wild Beauty and Delicious Bites

On the craft trail with Kinnegar, Hope and Killarney

On the craft trail with Kinnegar, Hope and Killarney



Kinnegar Wee Bunny Session IPA 4.0% ABV, 440 ml can Bradleys



Wee Bunny, up for a session, joins his older and bigger siblings in Kinnegar family


The Wee Bunny has a bright straw colour under his soft white head, with the bubbles rising through a medium haze. A punchy Citrus kick on the palate follows Citrus aromas, as the American hops show their character. Quite a pleasant surprise, that is

Thursday, July 18, 2024

“Fresh, fruity, an everyday wine with lots of Tuscan character.” Serego Alighieri BellOville Toscana

Serego Alighieri BellOville Toscana (IGT) 2019, 13.0% ABV

€20.95 O’Briens Wine



“Fresh, fruity, an everyday wine with lots of Tuscan character.”


The colour of this smooth supple organic wine is a deep ruby red. Rich berry fruit and liquorice on the nose. Firm and richly fruity, but soft

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

A Culinary Journey Awaits at Clifden's Lamplight!

A Culinary Journey Awaits

 at Clifden's Lamplight

Chicken

Clifden's Lamplight isn't just a tapas bar; it's an experience for the senses. This charming spot offers a delightful exploration of small plates from around the world, all crafted with fresh, local ingredients and a touch of seasonal magic.

Tapas for Sharing and Savoring

The heart of Lamplight lies in its

Taste of the Week with Jack and Janet.

Taste of the Week

Jack McCarthy's Pastrami and Janet's Country Fayre Ploughman's Chutney.


Another visit to the English Market and another Taste of the Week, the superb Jack McCarthy pastrami from On the Pig's Back. We also bought some of Jack's

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Vino Di Anna Vendredi 13 Vino Rosso. A lovely light red wine that “majors in red fruits and drinkability”

Vino Di Anna Vendredi 13 Vino Rosso, 13.0% ABV

RRP €29.45. Stockists: 64 Wine, Greenman Wines, Bradleys Cork, Le Caveau online



A lovely light red wine that “majors in red fruits and drinkability”


This organic wine has come all the way from the northern slopes of

Jacques. Encore. A warm welcome. Excellent food.

 Jacques. Encore.

Crab

Jacques, now into its fifth decade, continues to set the gold standard for Cork restaurants. Our visit last week was a delightful confirmation that it remains as exceptional and reliable as ever.

Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by the

Monday, July 15, 2024

Coyles, Clifden's New Gem, offering good food and coffee

Coyles, Clifden's New Gem, 

offering good food and coffee


The news spread like wildfire through Clifden: Alice Coyle, the mastermind behind the popular Cork Fab Food Trail, was opening a food and coffee shop on her native ground! We all knew Alice for her incredible food design skills, having designed the stunning

Beer of the Week. Wicklow Wolf 10th Anniversary American Amber

 Beer of the Week

Wicklow Wolf 10th Anniversary American Amber

4.8% ABV, 440 ml can Bradleys


American Amber will always have a special place in our hearts at Wicklow Wolf. 


The Newtown Mount Kennedy  Brewery has very good reason to get a little nostalgic about their American Amber, our latest

Friday, July 12, 2024

The Met Summer Special Menu

press release

The Met Summer Special Menu


The Metropole Hotel is excited to announce the launch of

A PODCAST CELEBRATING THE UNISON OF IRISH FOOD & DRINK. Ep2 is live.

press release

EPISODE 2 OF BEÁR BIA IS LIVE - A PODCAST CELEBRATING THE UNISON OF IRISH FOOD & DRINK. THIS EPISODE IS A SHOWCASE OF THE PRODUCERS AT BORD BIA BLOOM FESTIVAL
Oisin and Dee with Dennis Dempsey (left) and Birgitta Hedin-Curtin (right)



Dee Laffan and Oisin Davis are on a mission to highlight the finest Irish food & drink pairings through their brand new podcast "Beár Bia." Translated to