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Monday, April 18, 2011
NEW YORK ROAST #6
WATCH OUR FOR NEW YORK ROAST NO 6!
Petroleum and coffee had no value a few centuries ago. Now, they keep us going. And this new coffee will keep you going more than most.
Friday, April 15, 2011
EASTER PARADE
EASTER EGGS FOR ADULTS & MEALS FOR KIDS
Chic, petite and delicious. No. Not me. But Pandora Bell’s Real Eggshells filled with Praline Chocolate, the perfect gift for loved ones and, yes, even me! You can get them singly for €2.95 and a basket of five for €16.00.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
20% DISCOUNT ON CURIOUS CHARDONNAY
Cuvée à l'Ancienne, Mâcon Charnay Chardonnay 2009, 13%, €10.39, Curious Wines
This cuvée (or blend) has a pale straw colour with hints of green and pleasant peachy aromas. On the palate, it is full, with citrus prominent, and a gentle acidity. Over all the wine is fresh and lively with a lasting finish. Indeed, it is one of those wines that didn't promise all that much at first but which went on to deliver very well.
Négociant /Producer www.Boutinot.com recommends
3 TIERS OF TEMPTATION
AFTERNOON TEA IN THE AMBER LOUNGE
Following a tip-off, I called to the Fota Island Hotel last Friday to sample their Afternoon Tea. Now, I’m passing on that tip. If you want to treat yourself and your loved one, maybe a pal or a visiting relative, then make a beeline for the Fota Resort and call to the Amber Lounge.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
IRELAND'S MASTERCHEF
THE SEARCH IS ON TO FIND IRELAND’S FIRST EVER MASTERCHEF CHAMPION!
Are you passionate about food and love to cook? Do you constantly impress your friends and family with your culinary skills? Are you an amateur cook with amazing talent? If so, you might have what it takes impress our judges, Nick Munier and Dylan McGrath to become Ireland’s first ever MasterChef Champion!
Don’t miss out, APPLY NOW for the chance to win the coveted title of Ireland’s first MasterChef Champion and a cash prize of €25,000!
For further information and to apply go to:
Application deadline is 27th April 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
FALLON ELECTED PRESIDENT OF RAI
KILDARE RESTAURATEUR ELECTED NEW PRESIDENT OF THE RESTAURANTS ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND
Mr Brian Fallon, Restaurateur, Fallons of Kildare is the newly elected President of the Restaurants Association of Ireland. With over 20 years experience in the restaurant sector, Mr Fallon is the 16th President of the Association and his term will be for two years. His father Frank Fallon also served as President over 20 years ago.
He succeeds Mr Paul Cadden. The Restaurants Association of Ireland is the premier representative body in Ireland, and the national organisation representing over 600 restaurants employing over 64,000 people.
During his presidency, Mr Fallon plans to
Monday, April 11, 2011
EL BULLI'S BEER CREATION
THE BEER THAT EL BULLI BREWED
Estrella Damm Inedit is a creation of Ferran Adria and the team at El Bulli’s, a unique never-been-done-before beer blend. This creation is meant to go with food but I found it goes perfectly well without it also. It is one of the best, if not the best, beers that I’ve tasted.
Inedit – as you know, there are other varieties of Estrella - was created to pair “with the most exquisite and challenging foods. Foods that contain: citrus and oils...Bitter notes:...Asparagus, Artichokes...Oily textures: salmon, tuna, fatty cheese.”
Built a meal around those challenges, salmon and asparagus on the main course, and the beer, served in wine glasses, was a splendid match. It is cloudy, is lightly carbonated, has a creamy texture and the soft full body leaves a long and lasting finish.
Next challenge doesn't appear on the shortlist. This was a
Friday, April 8, 2011
Celebrate the Thai New Year Festival in Skibbereen
Celebrate the Thai New Year Festival in Skibbereen
Elephant Island is a Thai restaurant recently opened in Skibbereen by Marc and Saifon Phonchot. They offer authentic Thai cuisine focused on using the best local ingredients.
Elephant Island are celebrating the upcoming Thai New year by hosting a festival weekend from Friday 15th till Sunday 17th of April.
In honour of the festival they have four new dishes on the menu using the best local produce and offering these new additions at half price for the duration of the weekend. Highlights include Crispy Quail egg dumplings using fresh Quail eggs from Brendan Ross in Dunmanway and Seared Schull Scallops with glass noodles, ginger and corriander served Thai style.
The four dishes and
IASC, FEOIL, MILSEOG and more at THE FARMGATE
FARMGATE CAFE
A budding Irish food producer asked a more experienced operator if he should make something new and spectacular. “No,” was the reply. “Do something simple and do it well!”
The wise head must have had Cork’s Farmgate Cafe in mind. They buy the fresh ingredients downstairs in the English Market, cook it well and then present it on the tables upstairs. Just brilliant. And yes, I know, one needs a great deal of training and expertise to get the simple things so right.
Like many restaurants
Thursday, April 7, 2011
CLASSY FRUIT OF AN INDIAN SUMMER
Kangarilla Road, McLaren Vale, Chardonnay 2009, 13.5%, €16.99, stockists
During a recent French holiday, the question of what information should appear on the label came up. Our host was quite adamant that it should be the wine-maker’s name and had no time at all for those who want the grape variety there. “We use up to nine different grapes in one wine here. How do you fit all of them on the label?”
So we start now with some info on Kevin O’Brien the maker of this top drawer Chardonnay. The James Halliday Wine Companion 2010 has honoured Kangarilla Road as a 5 Star Winery.
Praise too from
LocalMarkets.ie Celebrates National Launch
Online Food Producer Marketplace Goes National!
An innovative online retail business, that offers customers the convenience of having premium quality food delivered to their own home, is celebrating the launch of itsnew nationwide service.
LocalMarkets.ie, a Cork-based business that was
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
CORK FOOD: NEW PRODUCTS, NEW PLACES
CORK FOOD: NEW PRODUCTS, NEW PLACES
Interesting stroll around town yesterday, after fuelling up with a coffee and scone at Electric on the Mall.
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