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Six Dishes That Made My Career – Paul Flynn of The Tannery
Interviews
The Tannery in Dungarvan, County Waterford, has gained a reputation as one of Ireland’s finest restaurants. With Chef Proprietor Paul Flynn at the helm alongside his wife Máire, The Tannery has been welcoming diners since 1997 and Paul has earned a following as one of the country’s best loved chefs. Looking back over his career, from his years as Head…
Luxury Escapes
Restaurant Reviews
Is this Dublin’s Most Underrated Restaurant? Amuse Restaurant Review
Restaurant Reviews
Unless you have been living in exile, you’ll know that the order of the day in the Dublin dining scene of late has been a move towards more casual, pared back dining – both in bare table decor and on the plate. However, I’m not ashamed to say I am still very partial to the tablecloth and silver service experience…
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Floating Away on The Wild Atlantic – The Galmont Hotel and Spa Review
Restaurant Reviews
When it comes to choosing a staycation destination on our fine isle, there is one city which consistently lures me cross country, and of which I never seem to tire. Since cherished childhood holidays spent in Salthill, Galway has held a dear place in my heart and I will head west whatever chance I get. Even when those all too…
A Fiesta of Fire and Flavour – 777 Restaurant Review
Restaurant Reviews
In a city with an ever-changing dining landscape, it is always advisable to have a few reliables up your sleeve, guaranteed winners that hit the spot every time – places that would never be considered a gamble. In a way, 777 restaurant is just this, but far from being like your trusty fallback, this uber cool spot manages to keep…
Clontarf Castle’s Lunch in Shining Armour – Knights Bar Review
Restaurant Reviews
Approaching Clontarf Castle on a dreary Tuesday lunchtime, our mood instantly improved as we caught a glimpse of the spires atop the bricked 12th century castle. The castle is located just 10 minutes north of Dublin city centre and only a stone’s throw from the stunning Northern Coastline, including Howth and Malahide. As soon as we opened the looming castle…
Wine
Crémant – Indulge in Great Value Alternative Bubbles with a French Accent
Bubbles
The cork has long popped on the days when sparkling wine was regarded as a drink limited to celebration occasions only. Helped greatly by sales of Italy’s Prosecco, whose keen price and fruity flavours delivered the decadence over the last decade but without any guilt of extravagance. In the immediate past, the premium quality sparkling wines outside Champagne, the Crémants…
Interviews
Chef Peter Byrne on ‘The Big One’ and Taking The Helm at One of Dublin’s Best-Loved Restaurants
Interviews
The stellar list of chefs that Peter Byrne has worked with throughout his career is one that has led to his own rise to the top. Now, as he takes over at the helm of the kitchen of one of Dublin’s most-loved restaurants, Hugo’s on Merrion Row, all eyes are on what happens next. “The team in the kitchen is…
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Win a Chef’s Tasting Experience for Two at Locks Restaurant – CLOSED
Competitions
Nestled in Portobello, Locks is a neighbourhood restaurant with one of the most unique dining rooms in Dublin situated on the banks of the Grand canal. They serve their modern seasonal food, using quality sourced ingredients, creativity in every dish, with a focus on flavour. The restaurant is run by a passionate chef team of Connor O Dowd, Paul Mc…
Travel
The City of Three Cultures – A Day Exploring Spain’s Past in The Medieval City of Toledo
City Breaks
The ancient medieval city of Toledo is one of Spain’s most magnificent treasures. Known as the ‘city of three cultures’ during the Middle Ages, it is said that Christians, Muslims and Jews all peacefully coexisted within the city’s protective walls. Overlooking the Río Tajo from its dramatic perch, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is located a mere hour outside of…
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Guiding Lights – Irish Chefs Reveal the Mentors Who Inspired and Shaped Them
Features
Behind every great chef is dedication and passion. Ask any experienced chef, ‘what’s the most important thing you would say to a young person starting out?’ and their answer is generally the same – you have to love it. Young chefs seek inspiration and knowledge to guide them through their careers and that craving is fed by their peers and…
Delicious Design: 12 Irish Restaurants & Bars Designed to Impress
Features
The Irish public’s appetite for dining out is insatiable. While it’s a pastime that’s increasingly indulged in, customers expect more bang for their buck; a venue that serves up not just a delicious menu but a tempting design too. Even for those who don’t rate a restaurant on how ‘Instagrammable’ it is, when a well thought out design concept is…
Meet Ireland’s Wine Champions – 18 Sommeliers to Watch
Drinks
There is more than one way to become a sommelier. Some gradually progress into the role after a long career in hospitality, others know from day one (or two) they want to walk wine’s way and there are those who after working in completely different fields find their calling. The wine world has a way of luring people with many…
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How Do Your Habits Compare? – The Results of TheTaste’s Dining Out Survey 2018
Features
Here at TheTaste, we pride ourselves on knowing the likes and dislikes of our readers, especially when it comes to dining out. Last month, we asked you, our readers, to give us your opinions about all things food and restaurant related, from tipping and customer service to providing feedback. We divided the survey into categories covering all aspects of dining…
Bar Reviews
Rolling the Dice at Dublin’s Newest Cocktail Spot – The Lucky Duck Bar Review
Restaurant Reviews
I’m not one to play favourites, but if pushed to answer on my cocktail bar of choice in the city, Peruke & Periwig would near the top of the list every time. A seductress of a spot, not only is the design and ambience alluring, it has a cracking cocktail offering to match. Say what you will about the Press…
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Coffee & Cafe Review
Meet Your New Brunch Obsession – Meet Me in the Morning Café Review
Restaurant Reviews
I’m not totally sure I’m quite effortlessly cool enough for Meet Me in the Morning. Exuding that kind of “I woke up like this” vibe, minimalist, mis-matched and pared back, my mainstream millennial tendencies initially kept me from trying the much lauded eatery, but on a recent brunch mission I decided to meet my fears head on. Arriving to a…
A Sneak Peek Into Ireland’s First Adults-Only Café, Coming Soon to Birdhill
Drinks
Located in Ireland’s tidiest village, The Old Barrack Coffee Roasters is soon to welcome a cafe which will offer a space for adult customers to savour great coffees. As such, the Old Barracks Coffee Cafe will give visitors a chance to unwind and enjoy some me-time in the company of like-minded people away from work and home. Coffee Culture’s founder Alan…
Featured Drink Stories
The New and Soon to Open Irish Whiskey Distilleries you Need to Know About
Drinks
Irish Whiskey was the most widely consumed spirit enjoying global domination in the latter part of the 19th century. There were over 88 licensed distilleries throughout Ireland, making Irish Whiskey the global brand leader of the spirits world. However, if the 19th century was Ireland’s golden era for her golden spirit, by the latter part of the 20th century the…
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