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The Exchange Launches New “Curtain Call” Menu - Curtain Up on Pre-Theatre Dining
Just steps from the Olympia Theatre, Vicar Street, comedy clubs and some of Dublin’s most vibrant live performance venues, The Exchange Bar & Restaurant at NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch is setting the stage for the perfect night out with the launch of its new “Curtain Call” pre-theatre dining menu. Designed for guests heading to an evening show, the Curtain Call menu offers a stylish yet efficient dining experience that ensures theatre-goers can enjoy a relaxed meal without m

Danny Joyce | Editor
May 13


“I’ll Have What Rick’s Having” - The Purty Kitchen partners with Higgins Butchers for A One-Week Butcher’s Menu
The Purty Kitchen has partnered with Higgins Butchers for a week-long collaboration with fourth-generation Master Butcher Rick Higgins. Having worked closely together for years, this menu marks a natural next step — a chance to go beyond the everyday and showcase a broader range of cuts, techniques, and shared passion through a series of dishes created exclusively for the week of May 13th to 17th. Rick Higgins, fourth-generation Master Butcher and Charcutiere at Higgins Butch

Danny Joyce | Editor
May 7


Jules Mak to Launch Fuoco in Ranelagh as Mak Evolves After 14 Years to a Premium Takeaway Concept
Mak at D6 chef and owner, Jules Mak has announced the closure of the Ranelagh restaurant staple after an incredibly successful 14 years in business. Mak will move to a new home in the neighbourhood, transitioning to a takeaway focused format and making way for Jules’ latest venture, Fuoco, an Italian, Mediterranean-inspired concept set to open in the reimagined Ranelagh space. An institution in the Dublin food scene, Mak landed with a bang in 2012 as a premium Chinese restaur

Danny Joyce | Editor
May 7


Blas na Bealtaine Returns for a Month-Long Celebration of Galway’s Food and Culture
Blas na Bealtaine, the annual food festival from Blas na Gaillimhe – A Taste of Galway, returns this May with a month-long celebration of seasonal food and flavour, bringing together Galway’s vibrant food community for a packed programme of events. Showcasing local producers, chefs, collaborations and international influences, the festival offers a mix of tastings, workshops, dining experiences and cultural events across the city. The programme begins on May 1st with a collab

Danny Joyce | Editor
Apr 29


Dublin’s Ultimate Fiesta: Brickyard Gastropub Announces its 10 Day Cinco de Mayo Extravaganza!
Get ready to trade the pints for Palomas! After the roaring success of last year’s festival, South Dublin’s favorite gastropub, Brickyard, is turning up the heat and extending the party. This year, the Dundrum hotspot is thrilled to announce a now extended, massive 10 day Cinco de Mayo festival, running from Friday, May 1st to Sunday, May 10th. Located conveniently right beside the Balally Luas stop, Brickyard is transforming into a vibrant Mexican oasis, offering an authenti

Danny Joyce | Editor
Apr 28


SommiT Ireland 2026 comes to Drogheda
Tickets are now on sale for SommiT Ireland 2026 which takes place in Drogheda, Co. Louth from the 10th – 12th May 2026. A three-day celebration of food, wine and hospitality that will bring leading Irish and international voices to Drogheda and the Boyne Valley this May 2026. Named as a nod to the word sommelier, SommiT reflects the event’s roots in wine culture while embracing a broader conversation around food, drink, and hospitality at the highest level. Since launc

Danny Joyce | Editor
Apr 16


Early Table launches new app giving diners up to 50% off meals across Ireland
A lot has changed in the 4 years since Early Table was launched, offering diners across Ireland up to 50% off their food at select restaurants nationwide. It was embraced by restaurateurs as a much-needed way to fill empty tables and create revenue, with Early Table customers spending an average of €40 per person after discount! Now subscription based with a reservation costing from just €1 per person, the newly launched Early Table App is proving to make book

Danny Joyce | Editor
Mar 12


Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at Clash Bar & Bites in NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello
This St. Patrick’s Day, Clash Bar & Bites at NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello is celebrating with a limited-time menu of comforting Irish favourites, available from Friday 13 th - Tuesday 17 th March. Perfect for those enjoying the city’s celebrations or looking to soak up the lively Portobello atmosphere, the special menu brings together traditional flavours with a contemporary twist. Beef & Guinness Pie Highlights include a Traditional Irish Stew (€16.95) with slow cooked

Danny Joyce | Editor
Mar 12


Celebrate Mother’s Day at Conrad Dublin with an Elegant Afternoon Tea Experience
Mark Mother’s Day in style at Lemuel’s, Conrad Dublin , with a sophisticated Afternoon Tea , perfect for treating Mum or enjoying a special family gathering. The stylish bar and lounge, with its striking brass ceiling, contemporary design, curated wine selection, and innovative cocktails, blends global influences with the warmth of Irish hospitality, providing a welcoming backdrop for a memorable city-centre celebration. Guests can indulge in a thoughtfully curated selection

Danny Joyce | Editor
Mar 12


A new chapter for McSorley’s in Ranelagh
Grand Slam Bars , the team behind some of Dublin’s most successful hospitality venues is bringing a fresh new energy to one of Ranelagh ’s best loved pubs. McSorley’s , a cornerstone of the local community for more than 20 years, is entering an exciting new phase for Grand Slam Bars under the direction of Noel Anderson, Tony McCabe and former Irish international rugby players Jamie Heaslip , Rob Kearney , Sean O’Brien and Dave Kearney . The group, known for creating stand

Danny Joyce | Editor
Mar 5


Clash Bar & Bites brings the buzz back to weekend brunch at NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello
NYX Hotel Dublin Portobello is turning up the volume on weekends with the relaunch of its new brunch menu at Clash Bar & Bites, now served every Saturday and Sunday , pairing big flavours, feel-good vibes and a bottomless drinks menu made for lingering afternoons. The Clash Bar & Bites brunch menu is unapologetically indulgent, led by standout sweet dishes such as Strawberry & Vanilla Cheesecake French Toast (€15.50), featuring cinnamon-infused brioche, macerated strawber

Danny Joyce | Editor
Feb 26


Viva Espana! Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa bring a taste of Spain to West Cork
Throw away the wellies, be done with the raincoat – there’s a taste of Spain to be found in West Cork. For a limited time, Dunes Pub & Bistro , the award winning gastro bar at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa , will cheer you with sunshine on a plate as they introduce their new Tapas menu. A collaboration between Inchydoney’s Head Chef Alan Forde and his colleague, Spanish chef Emilio Lopez , who has worked at the Hotel for some time now, the Tapas menu is the perfect blend

Danny Joyce | Editor
Feb 25


wagamama gives iconic dish a festive glow-up
For the first time ever, wagamama is bringing Christmas to its benches with a festive twist on a fan favourite. Launching on 17 th November, wagamama is introducing the cranberry katsu - a playful reimagination of the brand’s iconic katsu curry, combining festive cranberry flavours with its signature sauce. Embracing the TikTok-famous sweet and savoury trend of 2025, the limited-edition dish perfectly balances savoury, comforting flavours with a touch of festive sweetness.

Danny Joyce | Editor
Nov 12, 2025


A Taste of Dundrum: Dundrum Town Centre’s Must Try New Openings for Food Lovers
Dundrum Town Centre continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Dublin’s top food destinations, with a vibrant mix of new openings, returning favourites, and upcoming arrivals that promise to delight every kind of diner. From the bold Brazilian flavours of Gaucho barbecue to fresh and fragrant salad bowls, Dundrum Town Centre’s dining district is fast becoming more diverse and indulgent than ever, catering to those craving something new, nourishing or nostalgic. H

Danny Joyce | Editor
Nov 11, 2025


Feast by Lidl Proves Too Tasty to Resist with New Date Added After Sell-Out Weekend
Following an overwhelming response, with Saturday and Sunday sittings now sold out, Lidl Ireland has added a brand-new date, Friday 7th November, to its first-of-its-kind pop-up restaurant experience, Feast by Lidl , curated by Michelin-starred chef Oliver Dunne . Tickets for the new date are on sale now via Eventbrite . ‘ Feast by Lidl ’ is an immersive festive dining experience where guests can choose their own culinary journey in a “tale of two Christmases,” asking the

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 30, 2025


Take A Journey To The Ivy’s Emerald City This Halloween
This spooky season, take a stroll down the yellow brick road and into The Ivy Dawson Street , Dublin as it transforms into The Ivy Emerald City . With a magical dessert and perfectly pink and gloriously green cocktails, it’s a seasonal moment not to be missed this year at The Ivy. Until 2nd November, The Ivy Dawson Street will be serving up a wickedly delicious dessert, perfect for rounding off a meal this spooky season. Crafted exclusively for the occasion, The Emerald Cit

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 29, 2025


Final week for Dublin’s hottest slice with Squaredish x TABASCO®!
Available from 1st–31st October only, Squaredish will serve the HULA HEAT slice from their pizzeria just off St Stephen’s Green . This limited-edition pizza brings together ham glazed in TABASCO® Sriracha Sauce with spiced pineapple, offering pizza lovers the perfect balance of bold, garlicky heat and tropical sweetness. Squaredish is a new Dublin favourite, known for its innovative take on pizza served in generous square slices. Combining quality Irish ingredients with gl

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 26, 2025


Dublin’s Newest Bar & Restaurant ‘The Exchange’ Opens in Temple Bar
Built to impress, over a century ago, a grand civic building at the junction of Lord Edward Street and Exchange Street Upper, now houses...

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 10, 2025


The Church Café Bar Launches First-Ever Brunch Menu
A city-centre haven where history meets hospitality, The Church Café Bar , is ringing in a new chapter this autumn with the launch of its...

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 8, 2025


The Ivy Asia to open in Dublin, just in time for the Festive Season
Dublin is set to welcome The Ivy Asia this November, with the eagerly awaited restaurant making its debut in Ireland’s capital, bringing...

Danny Joyce | Editor
Oct 4, 2025
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