Beer of the Week: Whitefield Old Smoke Porter, 5.4% ABV
500 ml bottle Bradleys
Explore the dark, delightful depths of an exceptional brew!
Delve into the dark depths of Whitefield’s Old Smoke porter, an exceptional brew by Cuilán Loughnane that stands as a testament to the art of balance in craft beer.
With its pitch-black pour and tantalising smoky aroma accented with
Calling All Aspiring Chefs! Bag your hands-on experience at Trigon Hotels' Open Kitchen Week.
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| Alex Petit |
Do you dream of whipping up culinary masterpieces in a professional kitchen? Well, aspiring chefs in Cork, this is your chance to realise
Visit to the Anglers Rest sparks Schnitzel odyssey
Some unusual versions: Quail (Tannery) and Cod Tail (Goldie)
Last week’s lunch call to the Anglers Rest set me off on a Schnitzel odyssey. The Leemount had a beef version on offer, which is a bit unusual as Schnitzel is mostly made with veal or pork.
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| Jacques |
Schnitzel, the beloved breaded cutlet traditionally associated with
On the Wild Atlantic Way craft trail with a session of Lough Gill, Western Herd and Galway
Lough Gill Sligo Bay Pale Ale APA, 4.6% ABV, 440 ml can Matsons
This white-soft-topped American Pale ale is pale gold and quite hazy. It is brewed in Sligo with a mix of cereals and American hops for a hop-forward yet
Yalumba Organic Shiraz South Australia 2020, 14% ABV
€17.00 Matsons (Bandon, Grange and Youghal)
Additions? Only what’s required to preserve the natural flavours.
It has been quite a while since I had the pleasure of drinking an Australian Shiraz, an organic and vegan-friendly one at that. The grapes are gathered from various vineyards in the area. No oak is used. Very few additions are
Domaine Lacour “Sous Le Clos” Côtes Du Couchois Bourgogne (AOP) 2021, 13% ABV
RRP €25.50. Stockists: 64 Wine Dublin, Bradley’s of Cork, Greenman Dublin, Le Caveau
A superb Pinot Noir from a relatively unknown area of Burgundy
The Côtes du Couchois is a tiny appellation in Burgundy. Although it is a relatively unknown area, it is the source of authentic and very well-priced wines. This “Sous Le Clos” by Domaine Lacour is
A Warm Welcome and Stunning Food at Greene’s Restaurant
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| Cod |
Walk into the warm welcome at Greene’s on MacCurtain Street. Take in the plush new interiors, from cascading plants and luxurious velvet seating to eye-catching warm lighting. You have some marvellous food to come, served with a smile and attention to detail throughout your meal.
We didn’t have a seat by the waterfall window, but we could still see the
press release
90 Years of Impeccable Taste: Celebrating Newbridge Silverware's Enduring Legacy
As Newbridge Silverware marks its 90th anniversary, the iconic Irish brand reflects on a
legacy of elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship. Founded in 1934, Newbridge Silverware
has evolved from its origins as a manufacturer of quality
Beer of the Week
Hopfully, with NAH, Hair of the Dog, Night-Time Ale, 7.00% ABV, 440 ml can Bradleys
"smooth companion for your night time delight"
"Hair of the Dog—Night Time West Coast IPA" is the rather long-winded name of this ale, our Beer of the Week. It results from a collaboration between Hopfully and
Blarney Castle Gardens
October stroll
(21st October 2024)
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| A juniper bush in the Poison Garden |
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| Autumn colours |
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| Blarney House |
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| Halloween, under the entrance tree |
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| A regular clean-up of the river gives Ester Barrett’s bronze, "Catch", some breathing space |
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| Autumn sunshine |
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| Magnolia fruit |
Taste of the Week
McCabe's India Monsoon Malabar Single Origin Coffee
Vigneti Tardis Fratelli Felix Campania (IGP) 2022, 12.5% ABV
RRP: €19.95. Stockists: 64 Wine Dublin, Bradley’s of Cork, Greenman Dublin, Le Caveau Kilkenny
New to orange? This is the ideal intro.
You’ll note immediately that this white wine from the south of Italy has a slight orange tint. And it is indeed an “orange” wine, though the colour is not as deep as in many others of the type; the grapes were left to soak on their skins for just two days. Very Highly Recommended.
The blend is
Marina Market Cork
Brunchin the perfect antidote after an early morning medical visit to SIVUH!
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| Buttermilk Chicken Benedict |
After an early Saturday morning medical appointment at SIVUH* on Old Blackrock Road (Cork), it was time for
