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Monday, April 18, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
FANCY A CUP OF SIGRI A?
SIGRI A
No. Not a mis-spelling of Sangria. Not alcoholic at all, in fact.
Sigri A is the latest coffee I’ve received as a fully paid up member of the Robert Roberts Coffee Connoisseur Club and it comes all the way from the Western Highlands of Papua New Guinea (pictured).
Was it worth the journey? Had my doubts when I read it was a fine and delicate coffee and also noticed the colour, which was quite light compared to most of the coffees I’ve known.
Gareth Scully, the Master Blender at Roberts, suggests it is ideal in the morning - when your palate “is a bit more open to taste”. He has a point. If you yourself are feeling a little “delicate” in the morning, then this is the one for you.
I have drunk it at other times also and have grown to like it, even though it is certainly no way near as strong as the Monsoon Malabar, last month’s selection. Gareth suggests using milk but I never do. The Sigri is a really nice subtle coffee, well balanced and a fine finish indeed. No need for supports or disguises.
The artisan producers apparently take a little more time over the beans and Roberts went for a lighter roast here, 11 minutes at 189 degrees with the beans released 50 seconds after the first crack is heard. Nice choice Gareth and well handled.
This is the third in series. The first was a Brazilian Bruzzi. From where in their world will Mr Scully pull the next gem from?
Thursday, March 3, 2011
MONSOON MALABAR
MONSOON MALABAR
Last summer, I saw some old tobacco sheds in the Dordogne, sheds where they can open the sides to allow in the sun and the drying wind. But, on the south west coast of India, they have sheds that are opened during the monsoon to allow the moist winds circulate around the coffee beans laid out on the floor.
The process, which includes raking and turning, goes on for 3 or 4 months and ,at the end ,the beans have swollen to twice their original size and have turned a pale golden colour. This is the coffee that Gareth Scully, Master Blender at long standing award winning Irish company Robert Roberts, has chosen for us, the members of their Coffee Connoisseur Club, for the month of February.
“To achieve the strong strength we felt would best suit the Monsoon Malabar, the beans were roasted for 11 minutes at 205 degrees, and released one minute after the second crack is heard.”
As a result, the coffee is strong with a full body, a good deal stronger than the Bruzzi (the January choice). It is full of flavour, not really sweet but not too acidic either.
Important here, and indeed with most coffees, is to use water that has just gone off the boil. If you use boiling water, you’ll end up with a bitter taste. Patience, like that used by the Indian producers and the Dublin roasters, is required! To find out more, click here
Monday, January 31, 2011
Friday, December 17, 2010
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market1788 Paul @CorkBilly St. Lukes Choir in English Market @ 5.30 Saturday Spiced beef tastings for punters - proceeds Marymount Hospice
Friday, November 26, 2010
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Call in and see our take away shop. Its now stocked for christmas. Claire's Cheats and Treats list out on Friday.... Its finally arrived at Nash 19. Christmas............ Mince Pies in the... http://fb.me/Bh7FHEgY
Electric Lunch from 12-5 and Pinchos every evening in the bar, restaurant open Weds to Sat and Brunch starting this Sunday!! Yum yum!!!
Robert Roberts coffee Diamonds from Tiffanys off the menu this year. Looking for a gift that will last longer than Wagner and that will mean more than an iron or socks...have a look at our coffeee connnoisseur club....
Liberty Grill Our new Brunch/Lunch specials for November now posted up on http://www.libertygrill.ie/facebook
Well ho ho holy God our Classic menu is such good value! Check out www.jacobsonthemall.com for more details on our Christmas Lunch and Evening menus. Get booking, it looks like December is gonna be a busy one!
Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 3:00pm Manning's Emporium
Nash19Cork Nash19 Ho Ho Ho. Open Saturday 27th November and all the following Saturday till Christmas. 8.30 am to 4.30pm Food Shop till 5pm
Bordbia Bord Bia Anyone in need of comforting, sometimes you just need a choc hug :) Our recipe for Choc pots with nutty biscuits :) http://bit.ly/cAObPC
Jacobs Onthemall Calling all office parties, we are serving Christmas Lunch 15/16/17/20/21/22/23/24th December 12.30PM-2.30PM
Check out jacobsonthemall.com for menu samples etc
Check out jacobsonthemall.com for menu samples etc
Augustine's Restaurant Augustine's will be open for Christmas Lunch from 14 Decto 24 Dec inclusive. Book in for a lovely lunch after shopping in town and enjoy a really special time with your mum, your sisters, your family and friends or your business colleagues and partners.
From 12:30-2:30, and for just €27 for 5 divine courses, it'll be the best money ..
From 12:30-2:30, and for just €27 for 5 divine courses, it'll be the best money ..
Nautilus restaurant Need some comfort on those cold windy nights? Why not visit us for a Savoyarde cheese fondue? the perfect winter food.
The Ambassador Restaurant Folks, the Christmas Lights are on in town and the shops have fantasic gifts galore! If you feel hungry after the browsing and the festive air.....why not call in for nice dinner to end the evening.......we open everyday including Sunday at 5.30pm.
All the restaurants who participated in the Dine in Cork week would like to thank you all for your huge support & hope you enjoyed the week. Congrats to all the winners & we wish you a Very Merry Christmas & New Year.
Taking time out for a coffee and chat can do your mental health the world of good. Our Colombian Tres Rios Coffee supports the Aware Organisation.
What do you think of our website? If you’ve got 3 minutes to spare and you’d like to help us improve it, just click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/273DKYS
With December looming, it might be time to organise a Christmas gathering with your friends. Why not come to Nautilus for a delicious meal in a relaxed atmosphere?
Gift Cards now availlable for the perfect Christmas Present at The Brook Inn... and we're giving one away....just tell us 2 of the main courses on Christmas Party Night Menu (hint check out www.thebrookinn.ie Post your comment here and you will be entered in a draw where the winner will be picked at random. Closing date 6th Dec at 1pm.
Sherry is not a single wine, it embraces 4 variants at denomination of origin made from a base fluid prepared in the same way: Fine Amontillado Oloroso (Odorous) ...
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Friday, November 19, 2010
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Ballyhoura Ballyhoura Fáilte by deshocks Congratulations to Ballyhoura Apple Farm who won double silver for their Original Mulled Apple juice... http://fb.me/LEaktXjy
Robert Roberts coffee Diamonds from Tiffanys off the menu this year. Looking for a gift that will last longer than Wagner and that will mean more than an iron or socks...have a look at our coffeee connnoisseur club....
Food Safety Authority of Ireland There has been a lot of discussion recently about drinking raw milk. Our CEO, Alan Reilly was on Ear to the Ground last night taking part in the ‘raw milk debate’. Attached is the link to the show: http://www.rte.ie/player/#v=1084906 If you want more info on unpasteurised milk, click here: http://bit.ly/a0iRTN
DiscoveringCork Peter Conway Christmas craft & food fair. @Ballymaloehouse this weekend. Don't miss it. Smell those mince pies!!
The Bulman Kinsale PUT SOME SPICE INTO YOUR WINTER ON SATURDAY WITH A CARIBBEAN NIGHT !!!!! 8:30 HOTTEST REGGAE TUNES !!!!! KARMA PARKING !!!!
AUTTENTIC WEST INDIAN FOOD 10 EUROS A PLATE ( PROCEEDS GO TO HAITI FUND)
AUTTENTIC WEST INDIAN FOOD 10 EUROS A PLATE ( PROCEEDS GO TO HAITI FUND)
Liberty Grill Our new Brunch/Lunch specials for November now posted up on http://www.libertygrill.ie/facebook
No.5 Fenns Quay Restaurant It's back due to popular demand!! Our sinful and delectable Flourless Chocolate pudding served with a wonderful Baileys ice cream. Heaven on a plate :)
It's the most wonderful time of the year..... http://www.hayfieldmanor.ie/specialoffers?oid=215&f=AC-5962-11130989-168478
Nash19Cork Nash19 Ho Ho Ho. Open Saturday 27th November and all the following Saturday till Christmas. 8.30 am to 4.30pm Food Shop till 5pm
Bordbia Bord Bia Anyone in need of comforting, sometimes you just need a choc hug :) Our recipe for Choc pots with nutty biscuits :) http://bit.ly/cAObPC
Red Nose Wine Jane Boyce MW tastes Domaine des Anges 2006 'archange' at recent Tipperary Food Producers evening http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm1RR3KTd-0&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Nash 19 Kay O'Connell's
Jacobs Onthemall Calling all office parties, we are serving Christmas Lunch 15/16/17/20/21/22/23/24th December 12.30PM-2.30PM
Check out jacobsonthemall.com for menu samples etc
Check out jacobsonthemall.com for menu samples etc
Nautilus restaurant Need some comfort on those cold windy nights? Why not visit us for a Savoyarde cheese fondue? the perfect winter food.
Vote for Your Cook Book of the Year (and other categories, if you wish): http://www.irishbookawards.ie/PublicVote.aspx
JustEatIreland Just-Eat.ie We're giving away 2 VIP tickets to the Taste of Christmas on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/JustEatIreland
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Monday, November 1, 2010
BEETROOT. GOOD FOR YOU?
DRINKING BEETROOT MAY HAVE HEALTH BENEFITS
The humble beetroot has come a long way in Ireland in recent years, now appearing in all the best places.
Take this weekend for example. On Friday, I was at the five star Hayfield Manor Hotel here in Cork. And here the red root took a starring role in one of the starters billed as “a salad with Roasted Beetroot and Carrot, Feta cheese, cucumber and caramelized walnuts” and very nice it was too.
Of course, the beetroot isn’t just in red. On Saturday, I was a guest at the exciting new Electric Bar and Restaurant in the South Mall. I saw that they had Home Smoked Duck, served with rainbow (red and yellow) beetroots and leaves. Couldn't resist it and it was gorgeous.
Hardly expected it to appear on my breakfast table this morning but there it was: Pomegranate with beetroot. It is one of a series of relatively new Pomegreat drinks from award winning Irish firm, Robert Roberts. And it is perhaps the favourite of the trio of samples that I tried over the past few days although I must say I also liked the one with Blueberry added.
The drinks are being marketed under the Pomegreat name and, aside from tasting well, could well have health benefits.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
GREAT TASTE WINNER
The competition for the Great Taste hamper drew loads of entries from all over the country and the winner is:
Gerry McCarthy
from Co. Offaly
A hamper of teas and coffees from Robert Roberts, a long standing Irish company who, as all of you indicated in your answers, won 12 stars at the recent Great Taste Awards in London, is on its way to Gerry.
Friday, August 6, 2010
THE WEEKEND CATCH
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Been inundated with entries for the Robert Roberts Tea/Coffee hamper. Not in? Still time as entries close on August 16th at http://corkfood.blogspot.com/search?q=Roberts
Caroline has an interesting Barry’s Tea competition going and you can check that out at http://www.bibliocook.com/
Have you got a bumper crop of courgettes? Then check put the recipes at
Jameson Irish Whiskey Many of you have made complimentary comments about Jameson 18 year old Limited Reserve and Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve. We're delighted to say that both whiskeys have just won prestigious gold medals at the respected International Spirits Challenge awards. A tremendous honour for us. And a reflection of your fine taste and knowledge of course! If you've ever savoured either of these two winners, please feel free to tell us your thoughts.
Food Safety Authority of Ireland Latest food alert: Irish Spring water multi pack recall. For info on this alert, click here: http://www.fsai.ie/comeraghwaterrecall.html
SoHo Bar & Restaurant Our new COCKTAIL, WINE & DESSERT menu launched yesterday (Thurs) so pop in and try a few tonight. if you’re nice we will give u a few free samples !!!
cafegusto If you are in Cafe Gusto any evening over the weekend, make sure you try a complimentary Moroccan mint tea! http://twitpic.com/2bufte
libertygrill You’ll be glad to know the repairs are finished and the Liberty has been serving breakfast since 8.00 today Friday. http://twitpic.com/2buv2p
SAVEURMAG Spotted some tempting recipes here: “9 of our favourite Greek mezedes, from feta-stuffed peppers to herb-filled grape leaves” http://bit.ly/cYZWHQ
grapes_of_sloth Paul Kieran tells us about a mini-string of coastal wine bars at http://pauljkiernan.wordpress.com/2010/08/05/casa_diegos_aperitif
Billy Lyons Paul went west while I headed east and a found a Cobh Bar/Restaurant in a great
We search the net, via Twitter and Facebook, each Thursday evening and early Friday morning, for the latest from the Cork restaurant and bar scene. If you don't have either of the above, reach us at cork.billy@gmail.com. Deadline 10.00am Friday.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
THE GREAT TASTE OF ROBERT ROBERTS
ROBERT ROBERTS
Cheers up and down the Broomhill Road in Dublin recently as Robert Roberts celebrated their unprecedented success at the 2010 Great Taste Awards in London.
Master Roaster and Blender Garath Scully: “These awards are a great boost to us. ...nice to see that an Irish company can hold its own with international competition. All of us here in the factory are thrilled.”
To celebrate the incredible success, Robert Roberts have given us a hamper of their award winning teas and coffees for you.
To be in with a chance of winning just answer the following question. How many Gold Stars were Robert Roberts awarded in the 2010 Great Taste Awards:
A – 6
B – 12
C – 20
Send answer with name and address to cork.billy@gmail.com before 8.00am on August 16th next.
For more info (not to mention a huge hint) check out these links.
Great Taste Awards
Robert Roberts
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