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A True Highlight on the Galway Food Scene – Brasserie on the Corner Review

Eglington Street: Post a letter, gawk in the window at the MAC counter, or Carbon for the shift to forget. That’s what Eglington street means to many. It was a surprise to me (and also embarrassing) that a real brasserie – you know those Balthazar-type cozy places with a red hue from leather studded seats, …

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Eat Out in Iceland’s Capital without Breaking the Bank – Reykjavik Food Guide

Iceland’s tourism has reached peak levels in the last couple of years, mainly thanks to cheap airfare to the Nordic Island. With WOW Air offering direct flights from Dublin for as little as €49.99 each way, visiting the capital of the land of fire and ice has never been more affordable. Still though, once you …

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“My Job is Also my Passion” – Executive Chef Alberto Rossi at The InterContinental Dublin

Alberto Rossi is the executive chef at the 5-star InterContinental Hotel in Dublin, a job he never thought he would have. Born in Italy to an Irish mother and an Italian father, a “great combination” according to Alberto, he laughs remembering the odd name pronunciations his siblings were subject to: “I have two brothers and …

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Time to Hit The Slopes – Why Skiing Should be Added to Your Holiday Bucket List

Ski season is well and truly upon us, so whether you’ve been inspired by the athletes in the Winter Olympics or Ed Sheeran’s very romantic ‘Perfect’ music video, skiing is one of those sports that seems to appeal to everyone. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been skiing from a very young age or if you’re …

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The Captivating Capital of Andalucía – Magnificent Seville is Spain at its Finest

Just like its famous flamenco dancers, Seville is full of history, charm and passion. From the winding, narrow streets leading to Plaza de España and the gothic masterpiece that is the city’s cathedral, Seville isn’t just a city that impresses you, it draws you in and demands that you appreciate every part of it. From …

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Merry Christmas – Silent Night Carol Celebrates 200 Years With Austrian Music Festival

It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost 200 years since the first performance of the world’s most beloved Christmas carol, Silent Night. Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht was first composed in 1818 by Franz Gruber to lyrics written by Joseph Mohr. The song was first performed at St. Nicholas Church in Oberndorf, Austria on Christmas …

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Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube – Exploring All The Hungarian Capital Has to Offer

Few European cities can rival the sheer grandeur of Budapest, the beautifully bridged Hungarian capital located on the banks of the Danube river, the second-longest in Europe. From the architectural splendour of flat-lying Pest, including the famed parliament building, to Buda’s Old Town across the striking Chain Bridge, to the incomparable Fisherman’s Bastion viewpoint, Budapest …

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Sharing Passion Through Beautiful Handmade Desserts – The Le Patissier Story

Robert Bullock, owner and founder of Le Patissier, has always had a great love of food, something he believes stemmed from his mother’s weekend baking: “My mum is a very good cook and she’d always be making cakes at the weekend and I was always first to lick the bowl so to speak. So really, …

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24 Hours in Limerick – The Best Places to Eat, Drink and Sleep

Limerick is a vibrant city in the west of Ireland. From historical sites like King John’s Castle and St Mary’s Cathedral to family activities in People’s Park and Thomond Park, there’s more to Limerick than meets the eye. The city is easy to reach from the nearby Shannon airport and with plenty to do, odds …

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Unmissable Culinary Experiences Along the Dalmatian Coast – Hvar Food and Drink Guide

Beautiful sights and incredible culinary experiences are not in short supply along Croatia’s sun-drenched Dalmatian Coast, but the island of Hvar offers the most impressive mix of historic architecture, natural beauty, great restaurants and delightful wines. Most visitors will go to Hvar town for its cobbled streets and Venetian plazas, as well as its beaches …

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Roast Duck With Mustarda Veloute Recipe by Chef Chad Byrne at The Brehon

This Roast Duck recipe with Mustarda Veloute and a fine herb sauce is the perfect Christmas alternative to Turkey and Ham. As a chef after portioning a thousand turkey and hams over the festive season, it’s the last thing I want to eat on Christmas day, which is why this Roast Duck dish is so …

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Slow Cooked Rib of Angus Beef Recipe by Chef Igor Cikarev at the gibson hotel

Warm up this winter with this slow cooked rib of Angus beef recipe from Chef Igor Cikarev at the gibson hotel. The dish is accompanied by fondant potato, burnt onion puree, butternut squash, pearl onion jus and parmesan espuma and is the perfect December dinner option. Ingredients: Jacobs ladder – 1 Jacob’s ladder – 1 carrot, …

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Beef Negimaki with Chilli Dip Recipe by Siúcra and Catherine Fulvio

Surprise friends and family with your impressive hosting skills this Christmas season with this mouth-watering Beef Negimaki with Chilli Dip created by Catherine Fulvio and Siúcra. This dish is the perfect canapé to accompany every festive entertaining scenario and will leave your guests wanting more. Ingredients: – 300g striploin beef, thinly sliced – 3 spring …

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Posh-Jambon Persille with Gribche Recipe by Chef Chad Byrne at The Brehon

This Posh-Jambon Persille with Gribche, or Pressed Jellied Boiled Ham with Tartar and Chopped Eggs, is an ideal recipe to make with your Christmas Day lunch leftovers. The amount of ham you have leftover from the big day will determine the size of the moulds you should you for this dish, which will go down …

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Fried Frivole with Toasted Almonds Recipe by Chef Chad Byrne at The Brehon

This Fried Frivole (mini cabbage) recipe from Chef Chad Byrne at The Brehon is made using toasted almonds, chick peas, chorizo and sour cream or some cordal goat’s cheese. This is the simplest and tastiest side of veggies, especially with Frivole in peak season banging in flavour and goodness. The dish takes minutes and is …

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Herb Roulade with Spinach and Goat’s Cheese Recipe From Blazing Salads

This Herb Roulade with Spinach and Goat’s Cheese dish will make a nice centre piece for any special dinner you are having this Christmas. A roulade is a rolled up Swiss roll, but don’t let that put you off. Unlike the Swiss roll, which uses a light sponge that can split and fall apart, a …

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Christmas Puff Pastry Parcels Recipe by Chef Chad Byrne at The Brehon

This recipe is the perfect dish for using up those extra Christmas Day leftovers. Upgrade your St. Stephen’s Day with these festive puff pastry parcels, with a base of creamy potato gratin or some leftover roast potatoes mixed with a dollop of cream. Ingredients: – 300g potato (leftovers work very well) – 100g strong cheddar …

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Jingles, Gin And Goose – Experience a Festive Dinner at The Ice House Hotel in Mayo

Celebrating their tenth birthday this December, the Ice House in Ballina, County Mayo are holding a special festive event entitled ‘Jingles, Gin & Goose’. Taking place on the 15th of December, Jingles, Gin & Goose will start with a Gin cocktail reception, with some seasonal Gin cocktails created by Ice House mixologist Leo, including his …

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Overtourism

How Many of The World’s Most Instagrammed Cities Have You Visited?

Grab your iPhone and get to these beautiful destinations as quick as you can, because Instagram has revealed its most instagrammed cities in 2017. The latest survey from the photo-sharing app revealed New York as its most Instagrammed city in 2017. While this isn’t much of a surprise, the list reaffirms the public’s interest in …

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Possible Taste Podcast

The Best Possible Taste Podcast – “Get Ireland Growing” And More

In this week’s episode of the Best Possible Taste Podcast, Sharon Noonan speaks to Karen O Donohoe, the GIY Community Manager. During their chat, Sharon finds out how to tap into a fund worth €75K to “Get Ireland Growing” thanks to Energia. The fund will be split across three categories – Sow, Grow and Harvest …

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