Whiskey lovers were invited to celebrate the official launch of The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey with a unique exhibition at the Project Arts Centre in Temple Bar last Thursday 18th of July. Renowned...
The origins of the afternoon tea can be traced back to the 18th century and many believe it was thanks to Anna, Duchess of Bedford and lifelong friend of Queen Victoria, that this pleasurable...
There are several things you must never do to red wine: waste it and mix it with milk come to mind, but putting it in the fridge is definitively not on the list. Of...
This summer has had a very slow start but that won’t stop us from making the most out of a sunny day, which often includes enjoying food and drinks with friends outside. And while...
In 1661, poitín became illegal in Ireland. While the ban was lifted in 1997, the date was chosen to name what is set to be the “global flagship for Irish poitín”, as founder Dave Mulligan refers...
Within the northern Italian regions of Veneto and Friuli, bubbly seekers will find Prosecco country. However, among the 23,000ha where production of the popular fizz are allowed, there are a number of ways to distinguish the...
As the weather gets warmer, we move away from rich and creamy drinks and embrace the fruity, the light and the refreshing. Spritzers of all colours (but let’s be honest, often Aperol-red) grace...
There is only so much extravagance a venue can get away with on its food or wine menus, but when it comes to the cocktail list, the room for experimentation, creativity and colour expands. Cocktail...
Pink drinks have changed. The colour has left behind its immediate association with syrupy sweet cocktails and candy floss-flavoured mass-produced wine. In a world where nonsense marketed at “girls” no longer has the monopoly on pink, it...
There is no question, gin is in and it’s not going anywhere. Lovers of the juniper spirit in Ireland will gather this April 12th and 13th for the second edition of the Gin Experience...
“Welcome to the wonderful world of coffee” is the phrase that greets us as we open the Fonté Coffee guide used for the barista course that takes place at their Parliament Street café. The three hours...
Every industry has its way to rationalise the status quo of the women that participate on it and the reasons behind the proportion of them in positions of leadership. Science, technology, finance, politics and pretty...
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?...
