On the Wild Atlantic Way craft trail with a session of Lough Gill, Western Herd and Galway
Lough Gill Sligo Bay Pale Ale APA, 4.6% ABV, 440 ml can Matsons
This white-soft-topped American Pale ale is pale gold and quite hazy. It is brewed in Sligo with a mix of cereals and American hops for a hop-forward yet
Yalumba Organic Shiraz South Australia 2020, 14% ABV
€17.00 Matsons (Bandon, Grange and Youghal)
Additions? Only what’s required to preserve the natural flavours.
It has been quite a while since I had the pleasure of drinking an Australian Shiraz, an organic and vegan-friendly one at that. The grapes are gathered from various vineyards in the area. No oak is used. Very few additions are
Domaine Lacour “Sous Le Clos” Côtes Du Couchois Bourgogne (AOP) 2021, 13% ABV
RRP €25.50. Stockists: 64 Wine Dublin, Bradley’s of Cork, Greenman Dublin, Le Caveau
A superb Pinot Noir from a relatively unknown area of Burgundy
The Côtes du Couchois is a tiny appellation in Burgundy. Although it is a relatively unknown area, it is the source of authentic and very well-priced wines. This “Sous Le Clos” by Domaine Lacour is
A Warm Welcome and Stunning Food at Greene’s Restaurant
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| Cod |
Walk into the warm welcome at Greene’s on MacCurtain Street. Take in the plush new interiors, from cascading plants and luxurious velvet seating to eye-catching warm lighting. You have some marvellous food to come, served with a smile and attention to detail throughout your meal.
We didn’t have a seat by the waterfall window, but we could still see the
press release
90 Years of Impeccable Taste: Celebrating Newbridge Silverware's Enduring Legacy
As Newbridge Silverware marks its 90th anniversary, the iconic Irish brand reflects on a
legacy of elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship. Founded in 1934, Newbridge Silverware
has evolved from its origins as a manufacturer of quality
Beer of the Week
Hopfully, with NAH, Hair of the Dog, Night-Time Ale, 7.00% ABV, 440 ml can Bradleys
"smooth companion for your night time delight"
"Hair of the Dog—Night Time West Coast IPA" is the rather long-winded name of this ale, our Beer of the Week. It results from a collaboration between Hopfully and
Blarney Castle Gardens
October stroll
(21st October 2024)
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| A juniper bush in the Poison Garden |
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| Autumn colours |
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| Blarney House |
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| Halloween, under the entrance tree |
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| A regular clean-up of the river gives Ester Barrett’s bronze, "Catch", some breathing space |
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| Autumn sunshine |
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| Magnolia fruit |
Taste of the Week
McCabe's India Monsoon Malabar Single Origin Coffee
Vigneti Tardis Fratelli Felix Campania (IGP) 2022, 12.5% ABV
RRP: €19.95. Stockists: 64 Wine Dublin, Bradley’s of Cork, Greenman Dublin, Le Caveau Kilkenny
New to orange? This is the ideal intro.
You’ll note immediately that this white wine from the south of Italy has a slight orange tint. And it is indeed an “orange” wine, though the colour is not as deep as in many others of the type; the grapes were left to soak on their skins for just two days. Very Highly Recommended.
The blend is
Marina Market Cork
Brunchin the perfect antidote after an early morning medical visit to SIVUH!
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| Buttermilk Chicken Benedict |
After an early Saturday morning medical appointment at SIVUH* on Old Blackrock Road (Cork), it was time for
Kinnegar Limeburner Kölsch Style Pale Ale, 4.7% ABV, 440 ml can Lidl
An enduring favourite for many
Kinnegar’s Limeburner has stood the test of time, even if “Kölsch Style” is a late addition (but accurate) to the label. It comes in a slightly hazy gold colour, the bubbles shimmying
Down by the River Lee.
Saturday morning in Cork City
October 19th, 2024
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| Had no breakfast that morning and looking at this made me hungrier. Luckily, the Marina Market was a few steps behind me. |
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| It was still dark (just before 8.00am) on my way south. You can see the moon high above Patrick's Bridge. Below is the Bus Station at Parnell Place. |
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| Penrose Dock is one of the newest buildings on the quays. |
Osteria Da Mirco, one of the best and most authentic.
Fronted by Cork’s favourite Italian.
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| Tagliere Da Mirco |
Mirco Fondrini is a beloved Italian figure in Cork. He has a strong affinity for the city, including its football club, and maintains close ties with his home region of Valtellina in Northeast Italy. Along with his team of Italian chefs, he showcases this passion at Osteria Da Mirco, widely regarded as one of the finest and most authentic
