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The Best Afternoon Tea In Ireland

Under certain circumstances there are few hours more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea. ― Henry James, The Portrait of a Lady. An afternoon spent eating, drinking and luxuriating is an afternoon well spent. Afternoon tea is one of life’s great pleasures, and if you’re venturing out for a …

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An Afternoon to remember in Ireland’s Ancient East – Johnstown Estate Afternoon Tea Review

The recently refurbished Johnstown Estate Hotel and Spa in Enfield, Co Meath is a suitably quiet spot to while away a few hours and indulge in the quaint offerings of traditional afternoon tea. Located between the villages of Johnstown Bridge and Enfield, and enveloped by 120 acres of lush green parkland, the Johnstown Estate Hotel …

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An Afternoon Delight in Park Hotel Kenmare – Afternoon Tea Review

Sunday afternoon’s are a funny one when you reach a certain stage in life. Your appreciation for a Sunday roast is still there but you find yourself sometimes wanting a fun afternoon out where alcohol and dense carbs are not the main players in between a bit of sightseeing and shopping. Hello afternoon tea! Those …

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Dublin's Newest Afternoon Tea

An Oasis of Calm in The Heart of Temple Bar – The Morgan Hotel Afternoon Tea Review

It was a cold and rainy Saturday in the run up to Christmas. Dublin city was bustling with panicked people running from shop to shop in a bid to find the perfect gift for that special someone. After we had soaked up as much of the pre-Christmas atmosphere as we could possibly handle, myself and …

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The Grinch Who Fell in Love With Christmas – InterContinental Dublin Festive Afternoon Tea Review

It was the 20th of November and I was definitely not in the Christmas spirit. There were near torrential levels of rain outside and the wind was icy cold. Basically, I was in a foul mood, but that all changed as soon as I stepped through the doors of the 5-star InterContinental Hotel in Dublin. …

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A Delight For The Whole Family – Castleknock Hotel Afternoon Tea Review

Some hotels claim to be family friendly venues, but you’d sometimes be hard pressed to find a little one strolling through reception. Castleknock Hotel, located in Dublin’s suburbs and very close to Phoenix Park, is a family hotel through and through, something that especially shines through when the hotel is hosting a number of events. …

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Cork International Hotel Afternoon Tea Review

An Afternoon With an International Twist – Cork International Hotel Afternoon Tea Review

Heading off or returning from a holiday anytime soon? If so, make sure you include a pitstop at the Cork International Hotel for a spot of Afternoon Tea. Perfect for a mother-daughter treat or an afternoon with the girls, this family friendly Afternoon Tea takes place in the hotel’s bright and airy foyer, or else …

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Butler House Afternoon Tea

A Delightful Georgian Experience in The Heart of Kilkenny – Butler House Afternoon Tea Review

Pulling up outside Butler House in the heart of historic Kilkenny on the first rainy day in about two weeks, we couldn’t wait to sample the delicacies that awaited us inside this Georgian residence. As a history buff, I find myself constantly drawn to places of historical significance, and as the home of the infamous …

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Herbet Park Hotel Sparking Afternoon Tea

A Perfect Spot to Park Yourself for the Afternoon – The Herbert Park Hotel Afternoon Tea Review

On a bright and crisp October day, with just enough bite in the air to give your cheeks a rosy glow, an afternoon stroll through the leafy suburb of Dublin 4 all wrapped up is an undeniable treat. Meandering through beautiful Herbert Park, admiring the ducks and enjoying the crunch of the leaves beneath your …

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Embrace Your Inner Royal for the Day – Luttrellstown Castle Afternoon Tea Review

It’s not often you get to embrace your inner Victoria, but whether you’re Posh or Queen, there is a new Afternoon Tea experience you simply must indulge yourself with. Both Mrs. Beckham and HRH have graced the hallowed halls of Luttrellstown Castle, a previously private luxury hideaway set on 560 acres just outside Castleknock. With …

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A Slice of Sweet Indulgence at The Sugar Loaf – Powerscourt Afternoon Tea Review

Driving through the postcard-perfect village of Enniskerry on the first sunny day of Irish Spring, it was hard not to pull over and marvel at just how picturesque our little country is. Entering Powerscourt Estate, a long and winding road beckons you to park up and gaze upon the majestic Sugar Loaf Mountain, rising from …

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A Voyage of Wonders and Indulgence – Lemuel’s Afternoon Tea Review

The recent relaunch party of the Conrad Hotel caused quite a stir with breath-taking performances from “Cirque du Soleil” style acrobats, Fidget Feet, who entertained both guests and passersby with an aerial circus (yes they abseiled down the front of the hotel!).  The relaunch of this well-known hotel was both innovative and exciting and the …

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Teeing up for an Afternoon to Remember – The K Club Review

Sundays are so often pigeon-holed as the preserve of the cult-like brunch craze, but long before we flocked in our droves to devour eggs in all their incarnations, another leisurely and indulgent ritual was King, or indeed Queen. Let them eat cake, quipped Marie Antoinette in surroundings not dissimilar to the magnificent K Club, where …

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