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Reclaim Your Edge!

City-Coastal Connections – Limerick Strand re-opens with super summer exclusive offers

 

After five months of lockdown, it’s time to re-discover your passion, reclaim your freedom and restore your edge and take a trip to Limerick Strand Hotel who are very excited to be re-opening on Wednesday, June 2^nd.

If you fancy staying by the edge, then Limerick is the perfect base to explore the beauty of the region, plus the hotel is beautifully perched overlooking the majestic River Shannon, blessed with superb facilities, warm and attentive staff plus award winning food, making it the perfect place for an urban escape or an ideal base for exploring the incredible surrounds of the Wild Atlantic Way . 

“We are so excited to re-open (again!) and are thrilled to unveil our €400k new look River Bar & Restaurant to our customers. Last year we launched our new contemporary bedrooms, suites and corridors and after the past few years of renovations and product enhancements, The Limerick Strand has never looked so good and we cannot wait to show her off” said Stephen O’ Connor, General Manager.

King John's Castle

To celebrate the re-opening they have some incredible offers available to book online with discounts including Stay Longer for Less with10% off a 2 night stay, 15 % off 3 nights and 20% off 4 nights and with room rates starting from €161 per room per night, you can enjoy a few days exploring the city and region, re-connecting with friends and family.

Make the most of the obligatory Irish summer staycation 2021 and benefit by staying in the gateway city to the wild Atlantic way.  With some of the best surfing in the country only an hours’ drive away, and the iconic Cliffs of Moher too, there’s no better base than Limerick Strand for those longing for the some Vitamin Sea!. Take advantage of a combined city/coastal break enjoying some super Local Attractions Discounts including King John’s Castle and The Hunt Museum and for those looking to venture a little further discounts for Killaloe River Cruises, Scattery Island, Burren Smoke House and Bunratty Castle to name just a few, have been organised for Limerick Strand hotel guests.

Family rooms are available from €185 per night (sleeps 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 yrs.) with their “Explore a Little More” 3 night package this summer with exclusive hotel guest discounts at some of Limerick City and Wild Atlantic Way visitor attractions, breakfast both mornings for all the family, children under 12 years dine for FREE! (Free main course with every adult’s main course purchased) a welcome "Little Explorers" pack for each child on arrival and a packed family lunch on a day of choice to take on your adventure.  Guests can also enjoy late check out on departure day so you can all enjoy a dip in the swimming pool before you head home.

The “Explore a little More” two-night package is also available to couples and groups and available from €189 per person sharing to include, pre-dinner glass of prosecco, 3 course dinner in the new River Bar & Restaurant, 15% off Niall Colgan Hairdressing, 10% off Namaste Skin Clinic & Urban Day Spa plus the Local Attraction discounts.    All hotel guests have complimentary access to Energize Health Centre, including a 20-metre swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi.

Hotel guests can easily explore Limerick city on foot or hire a bike and take advantage of the green spaces along the Shannon riverbank or go further afield and explore the beautiful wooden trails and parks which include Curraghchase Forest Park, Ballyhoura Mountain Trails & Limerick Greenway. Limerick Strand offers a complimentary range of walking, running and cycling map routes for hotel guests and are happy to provide suggested driving itineraries if guests fancy venturing a little further for a day trip as Limerick is the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way.  Also, they are at hand to organise a round of golf at nearby Dromoland and Castletroy golf courses, should you fancy hitting the greens. For the energetic, why not grab a kayak and see Limerick from the water with Nevsail

The city is packed with historic places of interest, activities, cultural hot spots and great food stops including the famous Milk Market.   However, the city won’t be ‘packed’ so you will feel comfortable strolling and exploring this summer. Even better, why not order a bespoke Limerick produce inspired Picnic Basket to go? Using the best of local supplier produce, the team has created a selection of freshly cut sandwiches, the Strand’s award-winning scones and a miniature Dessert selection all washed down with a bottle of Attyflin Estate Apple Juice. Priced at €20 per person and €12.50 per child it is a keenly priced treat.

To make a reservation call 061 421800 or hello@strandlimerick.ie for more details please visit www.strandlimerick.ie. 

2 night breaks from €161 per room per night

 with10% off a 2 night stay,

15 % off 3 nights and 20% off 4 nights  

 It’s Beginning to TASTE a lot like Christmas!

Tom Flavin and his culinary team launch the Strand Pantry Christmas Range 2020

 

The Limerick Strand is pleased to announce that their very popular and multi-award winning Strand Pantry Christmas Range is now available for purchase and pre-order.

Executive Chef Tom Flavin's award winning Pantry Range has introduced a Festive product Range for Christmas 2020, the perfect gift for your loved ones or that precious client!  The range has won numerous awards including the Great Taste Gold Awards and Blas na hEireann food awards.

Using the very best natural ingredients, Chef Tom and his team have created a range of sweet and savoury festive produce, all of which are available to buy at the hotel or order online for nationwide delivery from mid-November.

The range includes all of the festive essentials including: Christmas Puddings, Mince Pies, Ham Glaze & Cranberry Sauce with Port and much more. Along with creative yet practical festive food hampers this year, they are supporting local suppliers offering The “Limerick” Food Hamper - Tom Flavin’s produce along with some of his favourite Limerick suppliers including Cahill’s Tea, Caroline Rigney, Attyflin Estate and Treaty City Brewery.

The hampers range in prices from €49 to €99. For those looking for an overnight experience the Limerick Strand offers an array of attractive packages plus dining options and Energize Leisure Club for purchase via hotel voucher.   

For details on the Christmas Pantry Shop Hamper range and hotel vouchers please contact the hotel on 353 61 421800 or E: info@strandlimerick.ie see www.strandlimerick.ie

CHRISTMAS HAMPER RANGE AND PRICE LIST 2020       

Christmas Hamper €49

Caesar Dressing 220g (2 Gold Stars Great Taste Awards 2011, Silver Blas na hEireann 2011), Honey & Grain Mustard Dressing 225ml, 
Cocktail Sauce with Brandy 225g, 
Cranberry Sauce with Port 225gr, Honey & Grain Mustard Ham Glaze 225gr, 
The Strand Pantry Range Jam 225g, Gooseberry & Shallot Relish 225gr (1 Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012/2013) Pear Chutney (Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012 and
1/2 Dozen Homemade Mince Pies 

Christmas Hamper €79

Caesar Dressing 220g (2 Gold Stars Great Taste Awards 2011, Silver Blas na hEireann 2011), Honey & Grain Mustard Dressing 225ml, 
Cocktail Sauce with Brandy 225g, 
Cranberry Sauce with Port 225gr, Honey & Grain Mustard Ham Glaze 225gr, 
The Strand Pantry Range Jam 225g, Gooseberry & Shallot Relish 225gr (1 Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012/2013) Pear Chutney (Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012), 
1/2 Dozen Homemade Mince Pies, Homemade Christmas Pudding
and Bottle Of Prosecco 

The “Limerick” Food Hamper €99

Caesar Dressing 220g (2 Gold Stars Great Taste Awards 2011, Silver Blas na hEireann 2011), Honey & Grain Mustard Dressing 225ml, 
Cocktail Sauce with Brandy 225g, 
Cranberry Sauce with Port 225gr, Honey & Grain Mustard Ham Glaze 225gr, 
The Strand Pantry Range Jam 225g, Gooseberry & Shallot Relish 225gr (1 Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012/2013) Pear Chutney (Gold Star Great Taste Awards 2012), 
1/2 Dozen Homemade Mince Pies, Homemade Christmas Pudding, 
Cahill’s Tea – Breakfast Tea, 
Caroline Rigney Granola, 
The Green Apron – Christmas Morning Marmalade,
Attyflin Estate Apple Juice,  and  2
 Treaty City Beer x 2 bottles, Christmas Pudding 1.5kg (15 portions)

THIS LITTLE PIGGY STAYED AT HOME. EMBRACING THE HOME COUNTY STAY EXPERIENCE

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THIS LITTLE PIGGY STAYED AT HOME

EMBRACING THE HOME COUNTY STAY EXPERIENCE

Limerick Residents are invited to enjoy the best of local produce and hospitality during Level 3 Restrictions at 4* Limerick Strand Hotel making the most of the Pigtown Experience available for the next three weeks.

From only €89 per person sharing you can enjoy a gorgeous night away in a beautifully refurbished, spacious room, experience some amazing local food celebrating the best of Limerick produce especially created to celebrate Pigtown, a delicious cooked breakfast the morning after the night before plus late check-out so you can enjoy a swim or workout before you head back home.

They take food very seriously at Limerick Strand, and award-winning Executive Chef, Tom Flavin is eager to showcase his skills during your stay creating some local dishes inspired by Pigtown, a celebration of Limerick’s famous bacon industry.  Overnight guests will be treated to this exceptional three course dining experience and for full menu please see Click here

Hotel guests can enjoy a relaxing drink at The Terrace Bar with expert mixologists at hand to create some bespoke cocktails, with a superb list of local craft beers also to enjoy per or post dinner.

An overnight stay at Limerick Strand includes complimentary access to Energize Leisure Centre with 20m pool.  They will also extend checkout time to 2pm so you can make the most of your last day and time to collect your staycation receipts towards your tax incentive rebate. Limerick Strand is accredited with the Failte Ireland Safety Charter and Click here for details on Covid-19 Procedures

To make a reservation call 061 421800 or hello@strandlimerick.ie for more details please visit www.strandlimerick.ie.  Click here for  Hotel Images

Treat Yourself To The Limerick Strand Hotel Seasonal Offers

 “FALL” INTO YOU

Re-discover the simple pleasures this autumn

Limerick Strand Hotel Seasonal Offers

 

 

From the joy of spending quality time with a loved one, to having someone fix you a drink, cook you a meal and make your bed, there’s so much more to an autumn break than even before.

All of us need a break for sure, and with some great savings this autumn at award winning Limerick Strand Hotel you are guaranteed to grab a bargain as they launch there their autumn/winter offers online.

This summer their “Explore a Little More” package proved very popular indeed so they have decided to extend this offer but now offering 50% off a second night stay. Room only rates from € 115 per room per night.

Friday Night “Fall” Food Feast package will certainly appeal to those looking for a distinctive local flavour! Stay overnight with a cooked to order breakfast, glass of Prosecco before dinner and if you choose to stay on a Friday night, resident Crooner, Liam O’Brien will raise the spirits before enjoying your 3 course Fall Feast in the AA Rosette Terrace Bar & Restaurant.  Limerick reared Executive Chef, Tom Flavin who has a passion for Irish produce and traceability, has created this special menu.   With this in mind, the unique menu incorporates the freshest and finest Irish ingredients, uniquely showcased on a Map of Ireland highlighting provenance and inspired by all things local. Next morning, take a stroll to the infamous Milk Market on Saturday morning after your hearty breakfast, enjoy a tour of Treaty City Brewery and avail of some wonderful discounts for both hair and beauty treatments with 15% off Niall Colgan Hairdressing and 10% off Namaste Skin Clinic & Urban Day Spa.   Guests can also enjoy a late checkout (2pm).   Package from €125 per person sharing to include dinner, glass of bubbles, breakfast and Trinity Brewery tour.  Stay overnight midweek with dinner and breakfast from €100 per person sharing.

For families the “Little Explorers” experience has had a seasonal upgrade and includes fully air-conditioned, recently refurbished spacious family accommodation that has all the essential comforts of home, a cosy sanctuary after a busy day seeing the sights. Enjoy a movie on the 40-inch flat screen TV within the comfort of your room.   Splash around in the 20-metre swimming pool at Energize Health Club. Savour award winning breakfast both mornings for all the family plus children under 12 years can dine for free (main course with every adults main course purchased). Head out on an adventure armed with a complimentary family packed lunch for all the grumbling tummies to enjoy al fresco whilst you explore the hot spots on a day of choice. Younger guests will enjoy a welcome amenity in their room on arrival including a colouring pack. Families will also enjoy a late checkout (2pm) so the kids can have a final splash about before heading home. The family room package from: €159 per night for 2 adults and 2 children under 12 years of age STAY FREE for a two-night experience.

Limerick Strand is an ideal base for those looking to explore the undiscovered treasures of the Shannon and Limerick City including the incredible St. John’s Castle, a mere stroll from the hotel.    With many local attractions offering amazing discounts to hotel guests of the Strand- from kayaking on the Shannon to river cruising in Killaloe to museum and cultural hot spot visits, you will return home refreshed, energized and pleasantly surprised by Limerick and environs.  Limerick is the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way, but not as congested as Ireland’s other major routes and cities so getting around is easy to navigate and you will definitely discover an isolated beach or two on your travels so you are free to roam mask-free for an hour or two.  After your day exploring, you will return to the safety of the Strand, where you can enjoy the best Limerick has to offer from the warm hospitality that permeates through each team member to the delicious food, locally sourced by Executive Chef, Tom Flavin.

Limerick Strand offers a complimentary range of walking, running and cycling map routes for hotel guests and are happy to provide suggested driving itineraries if guests fancy venturing a little further for a day trip as Limerick is the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way.

To make a reservation call 061 421800 or hello@strandlimerick.ie for more details please visit www.strandlimerick.ie.

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Introducing The Limerick Picnic Basket. From The Limerick Strand.

Picnic time is not only for Teddy Bears at Limerick Strand

Introducing The Limerick Picnic Basket

You don’t have to go down to the woods today or be a Teddy Bear to enjoy the amazing Limerick produce inspired picnic from the award winning Limerick Strand Hotel

Conscious of guests wanting to dine outside and always needing to champion local produce, Executive Chef, Tom Flavin has created a delicious picnic basket options for customers to savour outdoors.   Celebrated award-winning Chef, Tom Flavin is somewhat of local hero, always on the lookout for new local suppliers, and giving a helping hand to small artisan producers. They support local producers where they can within all menus with a special emphasis on Limerick and its neighbouring counties.

 

Using the best of local supplier produce, Tom has created a selection of freshly cut sandwiches, the Strand’s award winning scones and a miniature Dessert selection all washed down with a bottle of Attyflin Estate Apple Juice. Priced at €20 per person and €12.50 per child it is a keenly priced treat. 

To order your picnic basket call 061 421800 or email hello@strandlimerick.ie    www.strandlimerick.ie

 

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Limerick Strand Hotel Set to Re-Open July 3rd

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TAKE ME TO THE RIVER!

Limerick Strand Hotel Set to Re-Open July 3^rd 2020

Re-opening on Friday July 3rd, Limerick Strand Hotel is inviting guests to come and explore the city and environs this summer.

Beautifully perched overlooking the majestic River Shannon, blessed with superb facilities, warm and attentive staff plus a multi-award winning Chef, 4* Limerick Strand is the perfect place for an escape to the city or an ideal base for exploring the incredible surrounds of the Wild Atlantic Way .  

“We have been busy over the past few months working hard to feed our community including meal drops to Front Line Staff and rolling out our “call & collect “ food offering.  However, nothing beats welcoming guests back into the safe embrace of the Limerick Strand, where we have implemented procedures to ensure the well-being of both staff and customers” said Stephen O’ Connor, General Manager.

To celebrate the re-opening they have some incredible offers available to book online with discounts including 10% off a 2 night stay, 15 % off 3 nights and 20% off 4 nights and with room rates starting from €155 per room per night, you can enjoy a few days exploring the city and region, re-connecting with friends and family and making new memories along the way.  Family rooms are available from €185 per night (sleeps 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 yrs).  Last year the hotel unveiled a new look for their contemporary bedrooms, suites and corridors refurbishing all and up-grading facilities. 

Hotel guests can easily explore Limerick city on foot or hire a bike and take advantage of the green spaces along the Shannon river bank or go further a field and explore the beautiful wooden trails and parks which include Curraghchase Forest Park, Ballyhoura Mountain Trails & Cratloe Woods. For the energetic, why not grab a kayak and see Limerick from the water with Limerick City Kayak Tours. Limerick Strand offers a complimentary range of walking, running and cycling map routes for hotel guests and are happy to provide suggested driving itineraries if guests fancy venturing a little further for a day trip as Limerick is the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way.  Also, they are at hand to organise a round of golf at nearby Rathbane and Castletroy golf courses, should you fancy hitting the greens. 

The city is packed with historic places of interest, activities, cultural hot spots and great food stops including the famous Milk Market.   However, the city won’t be ‘packed’ so you will feel comfortable strolling and exploring this summer. Even better, why not order one of Executive Chef Tom Flavin's bespoke Limerick produce inspired Picnic Baskets to go? Using the best of local supplier produce, Tom has created a selection of freshly cut sandwiches, the Strand’s award winning scones and a miniature Dessert selection all washed down with a bottle of Attyflin Estate Apple Juice. Priced at €20 per person and €12.50 per child it is a keenly priced treat.

To make a reservation call 061 421800 or hello@strandlimerick.ie for more details please visit www.strandlimerick.ie.
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Taste the Place. Superb Dinner in the Limerick Strand Hotel

Taste the Place. Superb Dinner in the Limerick Strand Hotel

Bavarois

Tom Flavin

Taste the Place is the name of a menu at the Terrace Restaurant in the splendid Strand Hotel in Limerick. The comfortable dining room overlooks the Shannon and it is here that Executive Head Chef Tom Flavin and his culinary team put a huge emphasis on fresh, seasonal and local produce; the produce is carefully sourced from over 40 local suppliers. “Our ethos is to champion local produce where possible in all our menus”. 

We made our choices exclusively from Taste the Place and enjoyed every single bite of a meal, confidently cooked and presented. Add in excellent service from start to finish, even a chat with the accomplished chef himself, and the visit turned into an occasion to savour and remember.

Cheesecake

The first name I spotted on the menu was Mulcahy’s of Ballinwillin and knew straight away that I had my main course sorted. The Mulcahy Wild Boar belly came with a Rigney’s Free Range Pork Sausage and that too was a gem, packed with texture and flavour. Also on the plate were O’Brien Mature Cheddar Colcannon, Urban Farmer Beetroot and Attyflin Estate Apple Jus. Quite a celebration of the best of local and also a demonstration of the skill on the kitchen. I'll certainly be looking out for Rigney's produce after this!

Across the table, CL was enjoying her fish of the day: Whiting, with a creamy risotto (including various finely chopped veg) and a drizzle of beetroot sauce. Amazingly, you rarely see this delicious fish, related to cod apparently, on restaurant menus. Cooked perfectly, as was the case here, it is excellent, is light, firm, lean, sweet and delicate.

Wild Boar, Sausage

We had stopped at the bar on the way in and glad to see that they had ale by the local Treaty City Brewery on draught. Enjoyed that at our leisure while keeping an eye on the Ireland v Wales U20 rugby international on the big screen over the flickering flames of the modern fire. Outside, the leaves were shaking as the edge of storm Ciara began to make its mark. 

They have a very extensive wine list in the restaurant. Our picks were the Havalos Malbec, aromatic, rich and lush from Argentina and the Rabbit Island Sauvignon Blanc, typically New Zealand, crisp with lively acidity that makes an immediate impression on both nose and palate. 

Whiting

Both of our starters came from West Cork, well one from the ocean. CL’s choice was the Castletownbere Squid Calamari with chilli butter. Perfectly cooked and the butter certainly enhanced it.

Calamari

I have a great fondness for all things from Skeaghanore Duck and the Strand’s homemade liver paté, with sourdough croutons, Cumberland sauce and a striking pickled cucumber, just reinforced that fondness.

Having enjoyed two compelling and courses that masterfully showcased the sense of place, we were feeling quite happy and not all that keen on round three. But once the dessert menu arrived, resistance melted. My Caramel Bavarois, plum compote and coconut, was colourful, delicate and heavenly while CL’s highly recommended Oreo and White Chocolate Cheesecake was rich and smooth. 

Time then to say thanks to the staff and head to the comfortable bar for a nightcap!

Also on this trip:

Limerick's Marvellous Milk Market

A Shannonside Star; Staying at the Limerick Strand Hotel