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JUST EAT and Peter McVerry Trust to Collaborate at Electric Picnic

JUST EAT and Peter McVerry Trust to Collaborate at Electric Picnic

JUST EAT will use its prominent presence at Electric Picnic to help drive awareness on the issue of homelessness. They will strengthen their partnership with Peter McVerry Trust, JUST EAT’s official charity partner, focusing their efforts specifically around the Housing First initiative. Working with Peter McVerry Trust, one of the ‘Tent Talks’ will focus on this growing social issue. A representative …

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Chablis Vineyards Devastated by Disastrous Weather Conditions

Chablis Vineyards Devastated by Disastrous Weather Conditions

You might want to stock up on Chablis as this year the region’s vineyards have been decimated by weather deemed “catastrophic” by the French Farmers Federation. It started during April, with unusually heavy rain and frosts -excessive rain makes the grapes soak up to much water and therefore the sugars in the fruit become diluted-. Then last …

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Wine Wednesday pick from O’Briens: Pazo Barrantes 2014

Wine Wednesday pick from O’Briens: Pazo Barrantes 2014

Summer and Spain are two words that simply work well together… Long evenings sharing tapas and conversation by a Mediterranean beach, glasses of wine to accompany the occasion and the promise of an unforgettable holiday. It’s no surprise that the country is one of Ireland’s favourite destinations during the season. Rias Baixas is different and …

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Bodegas Torres Reintroduces Ancestral Grape Variety Thought Gone in the 19th Century

Bodegas Torres Reintroduces Ancestral Grape Variety Thought Gone in the 19th Century

Bodegas Torres, one of Catalonia’s largest wine companies, will reintroduce Moneu, a grape variety that was virtually destroyed by phylloxera two hundred years ago. The pre-phylloxera variety was discovered near Querol about two decades ago as part of a project to revive ancestral varieties. Moneu is the second ancestral grape that Bodegas Torres brings back …

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Irish Whiskey Writers Tears Launches James Joyce Inspired Gift Pack

Irish Whiskey Writers Tears Launches James Joyce Inspired Gift Pack

With a book-shaped packaging inspired in and featuring extracts from James Joyce’s Dubliners, Walsh Whiskey released a limited edition Writers Tears gift pack. The set includes three miniatures from the Writers Tears Copper Pot whiskey collection. When you open the box, it feels like opening a book, but the insides are carved and replaced with the miniatures. …

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KLM Airlines Partnered with Heineken to Offer Beer on Draft During Flights

KLM Airlines Partnered with Heineken to Offer Beer on Draft During Flights

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines recently announced its partnership with Heineken to offer in-flight draft beer to its passengers. After trials with different keg designs, both Dutch companies collaborated to developed a “brew lock”  that allows draft beer to be served in cabins without affecting the quality and flavour. Until now, air pressure and altitude had made it impossible: …

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Ally Alpine from the Celtic Whiskey Shop on what's Distilling for 2016's Whiskey Live Dublin

Ally Alpine from the Celtic Whiskey Shop on what’s Distilling for 2016’s Whiskey Live Dublin

Whiskey lovers, save the date: 5th of November. This year’s edition of Whiskey Live Dublin is coming again to The Printworks in Dublin Castle. Ireland’s premier whiskey tasting event will allow attendees not only to taste the best and most interesting Irish whiskeys, but to enjoy cocktails and pairings, as well as learning from the producers …

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Dublin's Top Places for Food and Drink Before of After Dublin Horse Show 2016

Dublin’s Top Places for Food and Drink Before or After Dublin Horse Show 2016

Whether you were admiring the impressive world class horses and cheering at their agility and grace, relaxing and enjoying the live music and entertainment or simply indulging in a bit of shopping at their numerous stands, after a fantastic day at the Dublin Horse Show, a visit to any of the following places will be …

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Irish Distillers Named World Whiskies Producer Of The Year at ISC Awards

Irish Distillers Named World Whiskies Producer Of The Year at ISC Awards

Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard was named World Whiskies Producer Of The Year at the International Spirits Challenge, a prestigious international competition held at the Honourable Artillery Company in London last 6th of July. The competition received more than 1,300 entries from over 70 participating countries. Brian Nation, Head Distiller at Irish Distillers received the award and praised “the dedication and commitment of the passionate …

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Wine Wednesday pick from O'Briens: Leyda Pinot Noir Las Brisas 2012

Wine Wednesday pick from O’Briens: Leyda Pinot Noir Las Brisas 2012

On a day like today, 47 years ago, Apolo XI landed on the Moon. The world watched in awe when six hours later (21th by then) astronaut Neil Armstrong opened the hatch and his small step was deemed a giant leap for mankind. There is a dessert in Chile called Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon) which resembles what …

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Daiquiri Day

Daiquiri Day: Discover its Story, Shake it Like the Experts

Before being the name of one of the world’s most famous drinks, Daiquiri was the name of a beach in the south of Cuba. Its neighbouring namesake village was the place where American Engineer Jennings Cox decided to mix rum with lime juice and sugar to make it more palatable back in 1896. Not only his inventive mix helped him make up …

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An evening with the Chief winemaker of Wolf Blass

Wine Agenda: Tasting and Masterclass with Wolf Blass’ Chief Winemaker next 9th of August

O’Briens Wine welcomes Chris Hatcher, Wolf Blass Chief Winemaker, for a masterclass and tasting of the Wolf Blass range to be enjoyed on the 9th of August at the stunning Westbury Hotel. Participants will celebrate Wolf Blass 50th anniversary, and will have the opportunity of learning about the wines from one of Australia’s best winemakers, Chris, …

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8 Places for Afternoon Tea in Northern Ireland

7 Places for Afternoon Tea in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s bread making tradition is legenderry throughout the world. From unique breads like barmbrack and wheaten, to Boxty and Dulse, these wonderful baked treats can be found at many afternoon tea experiences served daily in Northern Ireland’s hotels and restaurants. In celebration of these tasty treats this Bread and Baking Month, we’ve put together …

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Wolf Blass Wins Red Winemaker of 2016 at the International Wine Challenge

Wolf Blass Wins Red Winemaker of 2016 at the International Wine Challenge

Leading Australian winery Wolf Blass won ‘Red Winemaker of the Year’ at last week’s 33rd edition of the International Wine Challenge in London. This is the third time the company achieves this accolade, first won in 2008 and more recently in 2013. Wolf Blass compited against 15,000 entries from over 50 countries. Chris Hatcher, Chief Winemaker, was honoured to receive this …

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Chicken and Prawn Gumbo Recipe from M&S

Chicken and Prawn Gumbo Recipe from M&S

This gumbo recipe is a hearty version of the traditional creole dish, a warm fulfilling dish with just the perfect amount of spiciness! It is inspired by M&S Spirit of Summer range that celebrates the best of the Americas, consisting of 300 delicious new food and drink products. Serves 4 Ingredients: – 100g butter – 100g flour – 1 onion – 1 green …

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Mexican Rainbow Rice Bowl Recipe by M&S

Mexican Rainbow Rice Bowl Recipe from M&S

This colourful rice bowl recipe is full of fresh and delicious ingredients that are also good for you. It is inspired by M&S Spirit of Summer range that celebrates the best of the Americas, consisting of 300 delicious new food and drink products. Serves 2 Ingredients: – 1 large sweet potatoes – 1 red onion – 1 tbsp olive oil …

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