What does a night out really mean? Does it mean anything other than spending time among people whose company you enjoy in a place other than someone’s house? Often, the assumption is that a...
Dim lights. Soft music. Food cooked with love and meant to be eaten together. The stage is set and the play is about to begin… Guess what will be poured in the two empty glasses...
The meaning of the word “romantic” has been devaluated to the point where it’s hard to find an instance in which its use carries any substance. But if there is one thing that matches the spirit...
Julie Christie is one of the key members of the team behind the iconic Celtic Whiskey Shop. She is the Marketing Manager of the company and, besides looking after the famous award-winner retailer, she coordinates the...
The new year brings plenty of opportunities to discover and enjoy experiences, places and of course, wines. In the spirit of #tryanuary, the first month of the year is a wonderful opportunity to embrace...
“The first rule of Fight Club is: You do not talk about Fight Club.” Yet, in the David Fincher film from the nineties it is not too hard from a member of this crowd...
This year, Irish whiskey and drinks producers have unveiled a wide array of new bottles, and a remarkable increase not just in the quantity of options, but in styles and innovation is now spoiling us for...
The term “game” can take you to so many different mental places depending on your passions: sports fan? Surely we mean football. Console player? You know I’m talking about Call of Duty. Boardgame geek?...
While many bank holiday weekends throughout the year are all about going away, October’s Halloween special is a great time to go to town and have fun doing things a little bit differently. While...
If the idea of tasting many of Ireland’s and the world’s best whiskeys in the company of experts, producers and other enthusiasts sounds appealing to you, Whiskey Live Dublin 2018 will be an unmissable opportunity. The eighth...
One part of me wants to go rosé-rogue, grab a megaphone to start a little riot: “there is no such thing as a summer wine”, “the same bottle that works by the pool can...
The Rhone Valley is France’s second largest wine AOC, with a total area as large as 71,000 rugby stadiums and 28 appellations within, with a history that traces back two millennia. While it is...
Don’t get me wrong, I’m a summer person. But when scarf weather kicks in, one can’t do anything but embrace the wonders that the new season brings with it. When it comes to drinks,...
This tagine recipe is my absolute favourite meal, and I’ve been having it for my birthday dinner for more years than I can count. I love the lightly spiced lamb, the sweetness of the...
Just the mere mention of the words “pizza night” is enough to make me smile. Whether enjoyed in or out, homemade or bought, this Italian icon of deliciousness is the epitome of laid-back dining and a...
While nowadays a brewer’s creativity (or madness) is the limit when it comes to adding flavours to their beers, there are just four basic ingredients that ultimately make the true core of any brew: water,...
If there is a spirit that evokes summer it’s rum. Versatile, mellow and with a wide appeal, it’s the darling of bartenders and often, the tipple of choice during holidays, festivals and our enjoyment of...
Master Brewer Gearoid Cahill’s experience in the world of beer, including a PhD in Brewing, has provided him with a solid base to step into distilling. After two decades working “just next door” in...
This eggcado with avocado recipe is derived from a recipe my mum made us on Sunday mornings. It’s our customers’ favourite breakfast at Select Stores, especially Mary Kingston, who gave it the name Eggcado. It’s tasty, filling...
Mixing gin and tonic water into a fish bowl full of ice is a fool-proof and delicious way to get your summer drinking sorted, but if you wish to treat yourself and your guests...
