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The Punnet

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Village Cafe

The Punnet is a health food shop that offers customers a comprehensive range of healthy lunches, snacks and products difficult to find anywhere else nationwide – and if they don’t have what you ‘re looking for simply ask and they will find it for you! The Punnet’s range of detox programs are also second to Read more online…

Talk about not even knowing what you were missing until it is right in front of you… The latest addition to the Dublin cafe scene is the wonderful and quirky Sasha House Petite – a micro-roastery, French/ Slavic pastry bar that will entice even the most diligent of dieters with the mouth-watering “signature desserts” Read more online…

Mexico to Rome

Berlin

Zaytoon

Located at the back of the Powerscourt Town House, Berlin D2 is a new cafe that is saying a big “Hallo” to Dublin’s city centre since it opened in recent months. Serving Ariosa coffee, Berlin D2 has a cool, relaxed vibe in the style of the city from which it takes its name. Also on the menu are a selection of sweet treats, Read more online…

Established in January 2000 Zaytoon restaurants have two branches in 14/15 Parliament street and 44/45 lower Camden street. They are casual diners offering delicious kebabs served with freshly made naan bread which is cooked in a traditional Persian clay oven. Often referred to as having the best kebabs in Ireland. Read more online…

Set right in the heart of Temple Bar, across from the legendary Temple Bar Pub is the restaurant, Mexico to Rome, the Bandito’s Grill House. They serve up wonderful mouth watering Mexican dishes with a bit of a twist and there are also tasty European and Italian dishes available. On the menu are: Read more online…

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Cafe Gray

Bay Restaurant

Umi Falafel

Cafe Gray has opened its second outlet at the bottom of Dawson St and is already attracting a lot of interest. The cafewhich is owned by Robert Gray is serving the legendary 3fe coffee and loose leaf teas from Clement Pekoe. Their food offering is based on the best Irish artisan producers. We can confirm that their Read more online…

Bay is a modern Irish family restaurant in Clontarf with international cuisine run by two local sisters. Bay was established and opened in 2003 and has since been successfully serving the entire community of Clontarf as well as customers from throughout Dublin. Bay provides good value food from Read more online…

Hansel & Gretel Bakery

Clement & Pekoe

Viva

From Trinity to Baggot Street you’ll notice a trail of crumbs from Hansel and Gretel Bakery as customers stroll with freshly baked pastries and an Ariosa coffee a great combo to start the morning. Located just beside the National Gallery, this little bakery is the perfect spot to grab something to enjoy in Read more online…

Situated in the creative hub of Sth William Street, Clement & Pekoe is your local Coffee House in the heart of the city. Pop by for a morning fix or an evening wind-down and watch the world-go-by in the neighbourhood. Choose from a large array of ever-changing loose leaf teas, and their seasonal coffee offering. Read more online…

Viva is a Traditional Spanish Tapas Restaurant right in the heart of Dublin city.Opening in Portobello with its vibrant bohemian atmosphere; its antique shops, bars, vintage shops and the beautiful canal we hope to have brought a little Latin colour to the area. We opened our doors to the public to share our love of good Read more online…

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What took you to Mar del Plata, and moreover what made you stay? The path to the backwater of a backwater is usually one of either love or gold. In my case, nary a monkey was thrown in a river, so it was most certainly the former. I left in 2006 to get away for a while with the idea of improving my Spanish. A friend mentioned Buenos Aires and the only ideas I had about the place were as vague as they were positive: sunshine, good meat, Maradona, probably fair members of the opposite sex. All soon proved to be true. I met a girl in BA who was from Mar del Plata, ended up moving there. When we broke up several years later I considered leaving or going back to BA. I soon realised, though, I had my own friends, work and lived in a pretty cool place. In fact, it was liberating to see things without all the little prejudices that come with being the gringo half of an international relationship. Most important was the realisation of how much there was to discover: literature, history, a whole section of the delicatessen, music – oh the music!

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Now in its third year, Dublin Doc Fest is the brainchild of filmmaker Tess Motherway, who explains that the primary impetus for starting the festival was ‘a desire to create a space where short documentary film could be showcased and afforded it’s own space and context for exhibition’. The full programme remains to be revealed and Motherway is keen to keep her cards close to her chest but she did offer us a few enticing tidbits: ‘I’m always drawn to unusual stories, things a bit left-of-centre, and strong visual storytelling, so there’ll definitely be plenty of that. Each screening really revolves around the entries, so I always take lots of time to curate the programme with a careful eye on running orders so that each work complements the others’. Dublin Doc Fest takes place on Saturday 28th February in the Irish Georgian Society on Sth. William Street. DW For more see dublindocfest.com

home from home Danny on Mar del Plata

Would it be possible to lead a similar life in Dublin to the one you live in Mar del Plata, or is Argentina a much more ‘wild’ place? The wildness of Argentina is overplayed, I reckon, not least by Argentines themselves, when supposedly cultural or political problems are attributed to ethics rather than coming up a bit short on the old admin. Given that I work as a barman and English teacher, I could in theory lead a similar life in Dublin. While this might be a cliché, I’ve found in Argentina there’s more scope for establishing yourself on your own merits, whereas ten years ago in Dublin you seemed to have to come ready-packaged with a sparkling CV of spontaneouslygenerated experience. Argentines often associate control with a higher quality of life; a hallmark of ‘The First World’, they say. To a point, for the opposite is often true: hyper-globalisation and cashier-less checkouts are pretty ‘wild’ in their own way. Conceivably you could organise your life in Dublin so you never have to talk to anyone, and it’d be seen as quite normal. I think the quality of life is higher here – even if getting paid in Itchy & Scratchy dollars is a pain in the arse. If you had to return, what would you take with you and introduce in Ireland? It’s tough, but I’ll go for the obvious: Charly García, Spinetta, the asado and a squadron of little ragamuffins to get us to the next World Cup. IL

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Honor Fitzsimons

Working on your cord Having shown his first collection in London Fashion Week in 2009, Derek Lawlor has become well renowned for his intuitive and multi-disciplinary approach to fashion design. Counting VV Brown and Leona Lewis as clients, his signature style of spectacularly graphic sculptural textiles have graced the pages of Wonderland, Vogue Italia, Elle, and Grazia, leading to collaborations with The Royal Ballet, Volvo, and Finnish brand Marimekko.

How would you best describe what you do? It’s difficult to sum up exactly what I do in brief as I’m a bit of a jack-of-all-trades. I have a studio based in Hackney in East London where I run my ‘brand’ Derek Lawlor. Each season I create a collection of womenswear and accessories, and we also collaborate with other designers producing knitwear and offering a consultancy service for producing fabrics. Then Derek Lawlor Studio produces bespoke garments for editorial, performance and film and we continue to work with a variety of different clients and enjoy the diversity of working on such different projects. I am also a tutor specialising in Fashion Textiles at Central St. Martins and a knitwear tutor at Istituto Marangoni in London. You are well known for your striking and unique cord work – how did you come to this technique? I developed a range of techniques whilst studying Textile Design at Central St. Martins. Over the three years there I experimented with a range of techniques, but it was only when I specialised in Knitted Textiles that I developed my cord work. After graduating

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from Textile Design I was fortunate to be accepted on to MA Fashion Knitwear. It was over the next 18 months under the guidance of Louise Wilson on this course that I really got to experiment and push my cord work to the extreme. It was exciting to see my cord work transform from fabric samples in to garments. Once they were on the body I was able to push my technique so much further. The 18 months studying my masters was one of the most stressful and enjoyable experiences of my life. Louise taught me so much and I feel honoured to have been one of her students. What was your time like studying at Central St. Martins? When I was growing up and becoming more interested in the arts I became aware of Central St. Martins and all the amazing artists, designers and practitioners who had graduated from the college. It became an ambition to study at this amazing college I had read so much about and, to my amazement, I was fortunate to be accepted to do a BA in Textile Design in 2004. The experience was incredible and I learnt so much from the tutors and designers who taught us. It was studying Textile Design that I realised I wanted to push my textiles further and produce garments from what I was designing. Coming back to St. Martins as a tutor for me is an honour. The college is very much part of who I am as a person and designer. I’m teaching alongside tutors and technicians who taught me, so feels very much like a family. It’s great to see the college grow and see so many great designers graduate too. You have been showing in London Fashion Week since graduating in 2009 – how has your vision developed since then? It has been important for me as a designer to stay true to myself, and continue to keep my aesthetic in what I produce. I’ve learnt a lot since graduating in 2009. I jumped straight in to the industry upon finishing my masters which, as an independent designer, has been both tough and very rewarding. I like to think I have the same artistic vision to keep working and expressing myself through my fabrics and garments, and I’ve managed to keep that vision by working on such a different array of projects. I enjoy people buying my garments, I enjoy producing bespoke pieces for editorial, performance and film and I also like giving back my experience through teaching. Having a wide range of projects has kept me excited, allows me stay focused and follow my vision. Do you have a muse? Or particular aesthetic inspiration? I am designing for strong-minded, powerful women who wear my garments to feel confident. I’m not about following trends, I see my creations as pieces of art, unique and timeless. I like to think that I maintain my aes-

thetic through innovative use of fabrics and textile embellishment. Each season I develop techniques and I’m always looking back at my research and archive fabrics to inspire new creations. Tell us about some of your collaborative work. I’m working continually with the Royal Ballet, art director Olivia Pomp and the photographer Rick Guest. The collaboration is in its third year, making bespoke garments for the dancers. The experience of seeing my creations to be worn in such a different way has been amazing and breathtaking! Back in 2010, I had the honour of designing an exclusive collection for Finnish brand Marimekko. I designed a limited edition knitwear collection using my cord work techniques that was inspired by a range of their iconic prints. The collection was shown on the catwalk in Helsinki as well as being used for their advertising campaign globally. It was great working with such an iconic brand with a huge background and heritage. You’re based in London with family here – what was it like to bring your work home to an Irish audience? I felt very privileged to bring my work back home and I’m very grateful to have taken part in Brown Thomas Create for a second year. I have fond memories of my aunties knitting and making their own garments, so it felt quite nostalgic to being doing the same and for it to be going into the best department store in Ireland. My family have been very supportive of my career, so it made it even more special to bring my craft and workmanship back to where it started. Looking at my research and my craft, it’s definitely apparent that a lot of my inspiration comes from my background and history, which makes it even more special to share with an Irish audience. What projects are you working on now? I’m currently working on a collaboration with the brand Ethologie and designer Jasper Garvida for London Fashion Week next month. Jasper and myself have designed a range of ready-to-wear pieces incorporating my textile embellishment and Jaspers innovative use of fabrics. The collection will be shown on the catwalk during London Fashion Week and exhibited in Paris Fashion Week in March – all very exciting!

Derek Lawlor is stocked at Marion Cuddy, Top Floor, Powerscourt Centre, Dublin 2. You can find out more at dereklawlor.com

Honor Fitzsimons

Tell us a bit about your background. I’m Irish-Indian and originally from Galway. I studied ceramic design in Limerick School of Art and Design and moved to Dublin afterwards where I’ve lived for the last seven years. How did you come to jewellery design? After graduation, I took some time to work out my next step, and ended up in fashion retail for a little while, which actually gave me a chance to get some solid business experience. I also travelled at every chance I could. On a trip to Barcelona I discovered a little artisan jewellery boutique with exposed stone walls, concrete floor, a visible workshop and its own black and white pet cat. The jewellery was made in-house and was sculptural with a distinct architectural influence. Each piece was lovingly presented on its own floating slate plinth and displayed behind a sheet of glass. I was so inspired by it! I’d always had an interest in jewellery and during college I had experimented and applied ceramic techniques to jewellery making, but I left Barcelona determined to learn what skills I would need to get into jewellery design. I started with a jewellery skills course in Central St. Martins in London and from there, I went on to Alchimia Contemporary School of Jewellery in Florence, Italy. It was in Florence that I truly fell in love with the art of jewellery making. On my return to Ireland I was fortunate to be offered an apprenticeship with the very talented Ann Chapman of Stonechat Jewellers, and soon after that I set up my line Dorai.

The right angles Maria Dorai-Raj has been quietly making the most exquisitely cool modernist jewellery in Dublin. Her light-handed craftsmanship and eye for high fashion have led to her being named as a finalist for Jewellery Designer of the Year 2014 and being snapped up by Brown Thomas’ Marvel Room and Create initiative.

Photos: Alex Sheridan

What are your aesthetic influences? And materials used? I see each collection as an opportunity to delve into new sources of inspiration and direction. The sharp, geometric designs of my Linear collection are inspired by the work of modernist Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. By contrast, Plexus is a collection of biomorphic pieces that take their influence from the human body. The two now serve as bookends, or extremes in my exploration of the relationship between the wearer and the piece. Predominantly I work with silver and gold. Most of my work to date has been in silver, but am excited to start focussing on using more gold in my future collections. Gold has a real association with more traditional styles of jewellery making, whereas modern jewellery often seeks out more avant-garde materials, so I would like to see this old fashioned metal taking its place in modernist jewellery. I listen to a lot of music while I’m in the studio designing – Moderat, Santigold, Nicolas Jaar, Angel Haze – it gives me a nice mix of chilled-out and dancey music to work to. I get a lot of inspiration too from going to Berlin. It’s a vibrant, fashion forward, cultural city with delicious food, cutting edge architecture and design, and great place to enjoy a night out!

What is your process from design to shop floor? It begins with the inspiration, once I decide on something I really immerse myself in whatever that may be – sketching elements that interest me as I research. Then I work through my designs with paper models, solving problems and adapting as I go. Once I feel like I have a good representation of the essence of the idea, I begin the making process. I love seeing a new design come to life! On completion of the collection I really test each piece. I spend time wearing and playing around with the jewellery to make sure it is comfortable and wears well, it’s one of my favourite parts of the process! Who would you love to see in one of your pieces? There are so many! OK, for now I’m going to say Kate Lanphear, formerly director of T: The New York Times Style Magazine. Her signature look is minimal and casual but edgy and I think my jewellery would really compliment her style. And as an Irish choice, I would also love to see my work on actress Eve Hewson. What are the plans for Dorai Jewellery in 2015? First on the list is a new website with shop incorporated, which should be up next month if all goes to plan. I am also itching to start designing my new collection. It’s going to be a contemporary take on traditional Indian jewellery, a fusion of my Irish and Indian sides. You can check out my inspiration on my Pinterest board too! I’m also looking forward to partaking in The ARC Fashion Show in The RDS on the 9th March in aid of ARC Cancer Support. Some of the best new Irish designers are taking part, so it should be a great night for a wonderful cause.

Dorai is stocked at Stonechat Jewellers, Unit 4 Westbury Mall, Dublin 2. You can see more at dorai.ie and pinterest.com/doraijewellery

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The Dublin Pub Guide GASTROPUBS Ashtons 11 Verge Mount, Clonskeagh, Dublin 6 01 2830187 ashtonsgastropub.ie @BarAshtons Ashton’s in Clonskeagh was and remains a leader in the Gastro Pub scene. Long before food was an important element of a public house, Ashton’s were committed to serving the best of Irish food. One of the unique experiences at Ashton’s is the Black Rock steak on the stone; a selection of the freshest fillets and sirloins are brought to your table along with your very own volcanic ‘Hot Rock’. You then cook the ingredients to precisely your taste without any oils or fats, making the food incredibly tasty and extremely healthy. Along with some innovative new dishes and a large selection of Irish craft beer on draught and bottle, you won’t go wrong for value and choice, especially with the early bird menu from 4pm -9pm Mon – Thurs.

L. Mulligan Grocer 18 Stonybatter Dublin 7 (01) 6709889 lmulligangrocer.com The most revered pub & eatery in Dublin 7 – L. Mulligans Grocers focusses heavily on the quality of its produce - beers, food & whiskeys are the staple. The extensive range of beers are all from Irish craft breweries, their food is locally sourced and has some surprises on the ever changing menu. The whiskey selection was 200 at last count, and is continually growing. L. Mulligan also run events including beer & whiskey tastings and a weekly quiz.

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One of Dublin’s most iconic pubs, McCaffrey’s The Hole in the Wall on Blackhorse Avenue has been a source of refuge as far back as 1651. In what might be seen as a departure for such a long established “traditional” bar The Hole in the Wall has been an early adopter when it comes to premium and craft beers and boasts an outstanding selection of brews which can be purchased in their off licence and consumed in the bar or restaurant for a corkage fee. As we move into spring what could be better than a stroll through the Phoenix Park and on to The Hole in the Wall for great beers and excellent food.

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The Dublin Pub Guide PREMIUM & CRAFT BEERS Fritehaus Frites Haus, 87 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2 T: 087 050 5964 www.frite-haus.com @fritehaus1 Frite Haus offers a growing range of craft beers with wonderful authentic Belgian fries and sausages with an Irish twist in the heart of Dublin 2. They have put a great deal of thought in to their menu, from triple cooked house made potato chips, craft sauces and house made condiments, to their locally sourced artisan butcher sausages. Great ingredients, expertly prepared and served in a relaxed Belgian style ‘Chip Shop’ restaurant.

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45-47 Nassau Street, Dublin 2 tel: 01 677 4180 www.porterhousebrewco.com Fb: Porterhouse-Brewing-Company @Porterhousebars The Porterhouse in Temple Bar opened in 1996 as Dublin’s first microbrewery. Brewing three stouts, three lagers and three ales in the tiny brewery created much demand for the brews and lead to the growth of the craft beer market. Seasonal beers are available alongside their regular ten drauaght beers they brew, namely Plain Porter which won a gold medal twice for the best stout in the world!

lillies bordello Lillies Bordello 2 Adam Court, Opposite Weirs Jewelers, Off Grafton Street, Dublin 2 www.lilliesbordello.ie @lilliesdublin www.facebook.com/Lilliesdublin Bookings to guestlist@lilliesbordello.ie Lillies Bordello has been entertaining Irelands elite for over 21 years. Open daily from 5pm Monday to Thursday, Friday from 3pm and from 12pm on Saturdays and Sundays, Lillies offers a wide range of craft beers, cocktails and bites carefully selected by our award winning chef. Please ring the bell on our front door for assistance. Lillies Bordello is also the perfect setting for events, launches, birthdays and much more. There are 3 lavish rooms to choose from with a combined capacity of over 600. Our events team are always on hand to answer any request. We host events weekly from live music, movie nights, intimate sessions, to name a few.

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t’s probably fair to say that the principal motivator for our late January excursion to The Yacht was a series of hushed mutterings about the ownership of this low-key landmark shifting into trendier Con Artist-affiliated hands. Situated in the heart of the seemingly perma-blustery micro-climate of Ringsend, from the outside all appears to be business as usual, bars on the windows, a middle aged man in a battered baseball cap huffing a cig in the doorway, not a streetart mural or chalkboard promising two-for-one mojito approximations to be seen. Crossing the threshold, the interior delivers on the promise of the outward appearances, in that it’s probably much as it has been for the last three decades or

The Yacht

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so. It would appear very much like the new bosses have no intention of trying to ‘do a Shaw’ anytime soon. A decision almost certainly for the best given the Yacht’s traditional charms, and the fact that probably only the most dedicated non-denizens might make the trip to this awkward-to-reach part of town. Pints of plain are lined up in front of regulars propping up the bar, while two ladies in their 60s occupy one of the many booths, cackling (in the nicest possible sense) over gin and tonics and, one assumes, a supremely dirty joke. At one point a ruddy cheeked boy in football shorts and a puffa jacket slips in unnoticed to tap a flat capped man on the shoulder, naturally sending the old gent turning the wrong direction, and

kindly chortling ripples up the length of the bar. My companions and I choose to occupy a snug decorated with snaps of the lads at the bar being presented with trophies celebrating their golfing prowess and sepia images of steam ships called things like The Duke of Leinster. Nobody bats an eyelid at the introduction of us interlopers. The Yacht is undoubtedly a ‘local’ through and through but there’s never a whiff of a ‘locals only’ standoffishness in place to ward off the uninitiated and curious. The solitary barman is all smiles as he delivers our drinks to the table and with a pair of pints of Guinness and a lucozade setting us back a mere eleven quid it’s hard not to share his sunny outlook despite the pissings battering the window.

Brasserie le Pont

Zaragoza

KAFKA

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26 Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2

South William St // 01 6794020 // info@zaragoza.

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55 Pembroke Lane off Baggot Street Lower, Dublin 2

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Zaragoza restaurant is slap bang on buzzy South William St, Dublin’s hotspot for nightlife. The restaurant takes its name and culinary inspiration from the Spanish City and is a true food lover’s paradise. Treat yourself to a unique dining experience, as local delicacies are married together with authentic Spanish flavours. There is an enticingly extensive menu with Tapas and larger dishes. Choose from tantalizing charcoal tuna, tempura cod and a myriad of other dishes. You can also go for a cold platter and pair it with one of the delicious wines available. Explore, eat and enjoy!

Kafka offers affordable, wholesome, and well-made brasserie fare at a reassuringly reasonable cost. The sparse, minimal décor goes hand in hand with the delicious diner-style food; free of pretence and fuss. A varied but not overstretched menu touches enough bases to cover most tastes offering up anything from bangers and mash to porcini mushroom risotto. While their prices are easy on the pocket, Kafka cuts no corners with quality of their food.

@brasserielepon1 Located in the hear of Georgian Dublin where Fitzwilliam Place meets Leeson Street, Brasserie le Pont serves classic French cuisine in a stylish and elegant setting. A vibrant and fuss-free atmosphere has characterised this popular restaurant where you can enjoy a drink at their beautiful wine bar or on the heated terrace. Meanwhile the restaurant is the perfect place for business lunches, pre-theatre suppers, romantic meals or just casual get-togethers. Brasserie le Pont also offers private dining rooms and live jazz sessions at the weekends.

leshaker@diep.net www.diep.net Celebrating 15 years in business with its award winning cuisine, delicious cocktails and addictive atmosphere, Diep has again received the Thai Select Premium certification for the highest standards in cooking and service. The cocktails surprise with both classics and unique Diep cocktails such as the Shirt & Thai. Live music Friday and Saturday nights from Cat Burglars, Mob Fandango and Jamie Nanci. Lunches Tuesday to Saturday with a new dim sum selection. Dinner Tuesday to Saturday with a value menu available 5-7pm.

East Restaurant

The Box Tree Restaurant

The Spencer Hotel, Excise Walk, Dublin 1

Stepaside Village, Dublin 18

01 4338800

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Introducing the new look, feel and taste of East Restaurant at The Spencer Hotel Dublin, East creates a whole new Asian fusion dining experience in Dublin’s IFSC, offering pre theatre lunch and dinner menus. East is ideally located if you are attending a show in Bord Gais Energy Theatre, 3Arena or The Conference Centre. Their head chef has developed a menu that combines old classics like Nuea Pat Si Ew Kao or Nasi Goreng. The result, a heady hi-lo fusion that combines the thrill and taste sensation of simple dishes complimented with an excellent wine menu.

The Box Tree Restaurant is at the heart of Stepaside’s vibrant, village community. There’s a commitment to providing a relaxed and intimate dining experience of high standards, where everyone is welcomed as a friend. The Box Tree chefs offer a modern take on Irish food, with dishes inspired by the local surroundings. They are competitively priced so that people can pop in often, without having to worry about the cost.

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KC Peaches Wine Cave

13 Dame Street, Dublin 2

28-29 Nassau St, Dublin 2

01 670 68 66

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01 6336872

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Umi Falafel want to share with you their passion for the freshest and most authentic falafel in Dublin. Their falafel are prepared fresh daily at their location on Dame Street with an old family recipe – ‘Umi’ is the Arabic word for mother after all. Umi Falafel is a fantastic eatery for vegetarians and vegans, as they serve mouth-watering salads, delicious Lebanese favourites such as hummus and baba ghanoush, as well as their favourites, the Palestinian or Lebanese falafel sandwiches served with a choice of salad and dips for a wholesome meal. Open 12pm-10pm daily.

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Vikings Steakhouse

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2nd Floor (Bram Stoker Hotel), 225 Clontarf Road, Dublin 3 01 853 2000 info@vikingssteakhouse.com www.vikingssteakhouse.com www.facebook.com/vikingssteakhouseclontarf

18 Suffolk Street, Dublin 2

Coppinger Row, South William Street, Dublin 2

Templeogue Road, Templeogue, Dublin 6W

01 6775651

01 6729884

01 4905628

www.pacinos.ie

www.coppingerrow.com

reservations@tablesix.ie

For over 15 years, Pacino’s has brought an innovative, accessible menu of the highest quality food and an expertly chosen wine list in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. All their food is cooked to order, with their expert chefs using only the finest ingredients, sourced locally from the most reputable butchers, fishmongers, green grocers, artisan producers and internationally from carefully sourced specialist food suppliers.

Coppinger Row, named for the lane off South William Street where the restaurant is located is in the heart of the city centre’s shopping district and is known for it’s Mediterranean cuisine, it’s relaxed, funky chic and also it’s cocktails. The menu relies on simple values of quality taste and seasonal change to keep the dishes fresh and appropriate. Between the food and ambience, Coppinger Row is an ideal spot in which to start a night out in the city centre.

Vikings Steakhouse, on the seafront in Clontarf, offers a wide range of juicy steaks (côte de bœuf and steak on the stone are specialities) along with seafood, chicken and vegetarian options. Super starters, healthy salads and a wide range of expertly made cocktails available, along with craft beers and an excellent wine list. Great value, friendly and professional service awaits you. Vikings Steakhouse... because steak does matter!

15 Ranelagh Avenue, Dublin 6 www.punjabibynature.ie t: 01-4960808 Nestled away in the middle of Ranelagh Village, food connoisseurs can find a comfortable Indian restaurant unlike any other in Dublin. Punjabi By Nature offers a unique experience that reflects traditional Indian home cooking. Head chef Kaur’s family has long been rooted in a tradition of home cooking and quality food, with Kaur learning her techniques by watching her mother, father, and other members of her family cook. Taste the difference for yourself.

Underneath the city centre’s busiest café, the cosy space of the Wine Cave comes to life at 5.30pm until late, Tuesday to Saturday. The wine list is ample though not too large, with interesting affordable options from good producers only, many certified organic or biodynamic. If you want to eat, there are small and large plates from €6 to €17, including Irish Hereford, Irish artisan produce and delicious West Coast US flavours. Live acoustic performers and jazz bands grace the venue on Friday and Saturday nights. A true hidden gem.

tablesix.ie / fb.com/TableSixDublin @TableSixDublin Table Six is a modern European bistro situated in the heart of Templeogue Village. They take their inspiration for dishes from around the Mediterranean coast, and put a new twist on some excellent classic dishes uses the best local ingredients and changing the menu seasonally. Table Six always has a quaint buzzing atmosphere in their dining room, which is brightly decorated with pieces of artwork created from cutlery.

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ely bar & brasserie, IFSC

mexico to rome

The Kitchen Restaurant

The Brasserie at The Marker

the chq building, IFSC, Dublin 1

23, East Essex St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2.

3 Anne Street South

Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2

01-6720010

01 6772727

eat@thekitchen.ie

01-6875104

elybrasserie@elywinebar.com

www.mexicotorome.com

01 677 4205

bookyourtable@themarker.ie

@elywinebars

facebook.com/mexico2rome // @MexicotoRome Across from the Temple Bar Pub, is Mexico to Rome, the Bandito’s Grill House. They serve up wonderful mouth-watering Mexican dishes with a twist with tasty European and Italian dishes available. On the menu are sizzling fajitas, burritos, tacos, chilli con carne, steak, fish, pasta dishes and their famous Tex-Mex baby back ribs with Southern Comfort BBQ sauce. The extensive menu suits big and small groups. All cocktails are €5 and there is a great Early Bird (starter and main for €13.50) and a Lunch Special (starter, main and a glass of wine for €9.95). Well worth a visit!

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@themarkerhotel A refreshing addition to the Grand Canal restaurant scene, The Brasserie starts with its stunning interior. Comfortable modern, minimal furniture, including the legendary Panton chair, the spectacular grey marble table, and private booths and banquette seating, creating the right amount of privacy for intimate dining. In Ireland, the traditional way of cooking is simple dishes, built around one great ingredient. The Brasserie is no different. From succulent rare breed pork or prime dry-aged beef, The Brasserie stays true to Irish roots. For a unique night out visit The Marker Brasserie for one of Dublin’s best dining experiences.

ely bar & brasserie, awarded ‘Wine Bar of the Year’ and ‘Wine Experience of the Year’ in 2014 is located in beautifully restored 200 year old wine vaults. Since 1999, ely has a commitment to food provenance, with their own organic family farm. Whether it’s dinner for two or drinks and bar bites with friends, ely bar & brasserie offers one of the most unique and atmospheric dining experiences in Ireland.

www.facebook.com/thekitchendub The goal at The Kitchen, is to deliver an innovative menu, a great selection of wines and Irish craft beers, in fun and stylish surroundings, at an affordable cost. Their Head Chef, Vincent Blake, takes pride in preparing dishes which are made from a selection of nutritious, healthy, and well balanced ingredients. The Kitchen’s style of food is influenced by many world cuisines. The secret to their food having such great flavour is their use of fresh herbs, and a delicate balance of spices

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salamanca.ie // www.Salamanca.ie //

01-6768986

facebook.com/salamancatapas // @SalamancaTapas Salamanca brings the taste of Spain to downtown Dublin, providing a wide range of quality Spanish tapas and wines. Their aim is to whisk you from the mundane to the Mediterranean with every mouthful. Located on St Andrews Street, right beside the relocated Molly Malone, just off Grafton Street. Taste the sunshine and sea in the tapas on offer on the menu, such as Jamon Iberico, fried calamares and Prawns in Olive oil, also found in the signature dish, Paella de Pollo There are great lunch and early Bird offers, seven days a week. Also try their Cava & Tapas Platter nights which run from Sunday through to Wednesday. Check it out and transport yourself to Spain, without the check in!

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Kinara Kitchen

Johnnie Fox’s Pub

17 Ranelagh Village, Dublin 6 // @kinarakitchen //

Glencullen, Co Dublin 01 29555647 info@jfp.ie www.jfp.ie

@elywinebars Since 1999, ely wine bar has been at the forefront, being the first to truly deliver great wines by the glass. In its 15th year ely wine bar continues to be Ireland’s favourite, awarded ‘Best Wine Bar’ and ‘Best Wine Experience’ in 2014. Their commitment to food provenance is seen throughout their menus with ely’s organic beef, pork and lamb all sourced through their own organic farm in the Burren.

01 4060066 // kinarakitchen.ie Kinara Kitchen specialises in Pakistani and Eastern cuisine. They are recent winners of Best Ethnic Restaurant 2012 National Hospitality Awards, offering great value lunch with ethnic naan wraps and thali style meals. Kinara is open 7 days a week from 12-11pm and offers an early bird deal from Monday to Thursday 4-8pm of €19.95 for a three course dinner. From August upstairs at Kinara Kitchen will be home to a brand new cocktail bar, run by award-winning mixologist, Paul Lambert. Available weekends for restaurant visitors, and mid-week for private functions.

Asador 1 Victoria House, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 // t: 01 2545353 // www.asador.ie / fb.com/Asador reception@asador.ie // @AsadorDublin Situated on the corner of Haddington Road and Percy Place, just a stone’s throw from Baggot Street Bridge in the heart of D4, Asador is known as a true barbecue restaurant where the best of Irish fish, shellfish, and of course steaks are cooked over fires of oak, apple woods and charcoal. It’s an authentic barbecue experience where the open kitchen allows guests to watch the chefs work the bespoke 7 foot ‘asado’. Go for the great flavours you get from cooking this way, stay for the craft beers and cocktails.

One of Ireland’s oldest traditional pubs is just half an hour’s drive outside of Dublin. Located astride a mountain in Glencullen, it’s also the highest pub in Ireland. A great destination for locals and tourists alike, transporting visitors to bygone times with trad music performed every night and during the daytime on weekends. All the produce this green isle is famous for features on the menu: oysters, mussels, crab claws, seafood platters, steak and lamb, as well as vegetarian dishes. The Hooley Show features live music, Irish dancers and a memorable four course meal. Johnnie Fox’s should be on everyone’s bucket list.

le bon crubeen

The Artisan Parlour & Grocery

BLOOM BRASSERIE

Village Café

82 Talbot Street, Dublin 1 // www.leboncrubeen.ie //

11 Fitzwilliam Street, Ringsend Village, Dublin 4

11 Upper Baggot Street, Dublin 4

170 Lower Rathmines Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6

@LeBonCrubeen // 01 7040126

01 598 4000

01-6687170

01-5988 007

@artisanparlour

www.bloombrasserie.ie

info@villagecafe.ie

This award-winning brasserie in the north of Dublin city centre is well known for delivering some of the best value for money in the city. The menu delivers a grassroots experience, sourcing ingredients from the very finest Irish producers delivering consistent quality. The pre-theatre menu is hugely popular with diners visiting the nearby Abbey or Gate theatres while a diversity of offerings mean vegetarians, coeliacs and those looking for low calorie options are also catered for. Shortlisted as finalist in 2012 of the Irish Restaurant Awards’ Best Casual Dining Restaurant.

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www.artisanparlour.ie Artisan Parlour & Grocery is a labour of love by food lover and former club night impresario Martin Thomas along with the boss, Venetia & the 3 Amigos. In the heart of Ringsend Village, the deli style grocer’s shop fronts a cozy parlour. The menu is simple, constructed around the finest of independent, artisan Irish & Spanish produce. Choose from awesome sambos and charcuterie, cheese and seaboards. The parlour serves a ham and cheese toastie, redefining the art-form. Here is an obvious indicator that the criminally overlooked Ringsend village is about to become just, a little fabulous.

Bloom Brasserie is a restaurant with lofty ambitions. Well versed in the traditions of French cuisine, Bloom’s offers up accessible cuisine that accentuates their quality local ingredients. Head chef Pól Ó hÉannraich has lovingly assembled a menu that sees Angus Beef carpaccio alongside Caramelised King Scallops, and Roast Seabass. All dishes are freshly prepared and cooked to perfection.

A Rathmines institution since the 80s, Village Café is a friendly neighbourhood spot with a cosy ambiance. The menus are well constructed and beautifully simple, serving modern Irish cuisine with tasty, wellsourced local ingredients. Village Café has a brilliant weekend brunch offering; generous open grills and a bourbon and vanilla French toast worth visiting for! A recently launched evening menu, with a wine list of well-priced old world suppliers is already getting critical acclaim. The barbeque baby gem starter with Cashel Blue simply has to be tried with a crisp glass of Wieninger Gruner.

Dax

Bellucci’s

Upstairs@57

The Port House Pintxo

23 Pembroke Street, Dublin 2

Sweepstakes Centre, 22-30 Merrion Road, Dublin 4

56/57 Lower Clanbrassil St, Dublin 8

12 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

01 6761494

// 01 668 9422 // www.bellucci.ie

01-5320279

01 6728950

57theheadline.ie

www.porthouse.ie/pintxos

Located above 57 The Headline Bar on Clanbrassil Street Dublin 8. Upstairs@57 offers a food menu which is varied and influenced by the seasons. The eclectic wine list has been chosen carefully to offer great choice, and to compliment the food offering. Upstairs@57 also has a full bar which boasts 24 Irish Craft Beer taps and a premium Irish Whiskey List. If you look for comfort and quality when dining, look no further.

The Port House Pintxo in Temple Bar serves an array of authentic Spanish Tapas and Pintxos plus a wide and varied selection of wines from Spain, Portugal and the Basque Region. With an impressive garden terrace overlooking Meeting House Square the soft candle light creates a romantic and relaxed atmosphere. Does not take bookings

Ideally located in the heart of Dublin City, Dax is an award-winning restaurant that is now one of Ireland’s premier food destinations. Lunch is served from 12.30pm to 2.15pm. At Dax they understand that many of you are under time constraints, so they guarantee fast service without compromising the quality of the food. Dinner is served from 6pm to 10.30pm. They offer Pre-Theatre and A La Carte Menus and guarantee to use only the freshest of seasonal produce, ensuring a healthy fine dining experience.

Located in Dublin’s exclusive Ballsbridge area, Bellucci’s is situated close to many of Dublins top hotels, across from the famous RDS venue and a short walk from the Aviva Stadium. The restaurant is also close to both the American and British Embassies and is ideal for business lunches, pre and post-event suppers. The casual atmosphere coupled with great Italian food and service set the scene for a cosy romantic meal. The large outdoor area is ideal for al fresco dining or enjoying one of the something from the extensive cocktail menu.

Il Posto

Mourne Seafood

10 Saint Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2

Millennium Tower, Charlotte Quay, Dublin 2

t: 01 679 4769

t: 01-6688862

w: www.ilpostorestaurant.com

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Situated on Dublin’s landmark St. Stephen’s Green, Il Posto has been cooking delicious contemporary and traditional Italian Mediterranean dishes using the best local and international produce since 2003. A firm favourite for business lunches, romantic dinners, pre-theatre meals and great nights out. Il Posto offers an intimate and elegant setting, an informal relaxed atmosphere and sumptuous food, all served with a generous helping of warm hospitality.

@mourneseafood Situated right in the heart of the city’s thriving canal basin district, Mourne Seafood Bar is an oasis of calm but a hop, skip and a jump from the city centre. The masterminds behind Mourne’s reputations precede them, having earned huge plaudits for their restaurants in Belfast and County Down. With stunning views and remarkably competitive prices, considering the sheer quality of the produce on show, Mourne Seafood Bar is undoubtedly one of the most exciting newcomers to the capital’s culinary landscape.

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The Green Hen

19 Lower Liffey Street, D1, 01-8728787

33 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2

51 South William Street, D2, 01-5470658

01 6707238

Unit N, Liffey Trust Centre, D1, 01-5474390

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7 Crow Street - Bazzar Galley, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Kokoro Sushi Bento takes pride in preparing not only the freshest, but most affordable sushi Dublin has to offer, freshly-made every day. Home to Ireland’s only pick ‘n’ mix sushi bar, at Kokoro you can enjoy delicious Japanese hot food favourites such as Katsu Curry or Yaki Soba. In using premium ingredients, together with highly trained staff, Kokoro has forged a reputation as Dublin’s finest independent sushi restaurant.

www.caffeitaliano.ie 01 5511206 Right in the centre of Temple Bar you’ll find one of Dublin’s best kept secrets, the haven that is Caffe Italiano. The philosophy here is fresh food seven days a week using the best ingredients at affordable prices. All the food and wine comes directly from Italy, from cheese and cured meat boards to lamb cutlets with Black Forest sauce, they believe in doing things the traditional way to capture truly authentic flavours. There’s live music at weekends making this one of the capital’s hotspots, whether it’s for a coffee, a refreshing beer, a chilled glass of wine or a memorable dinner.

Located in the heart of the city on Exchequer St., The Green Hen specialises in classic French cuisine with an Irish twist. It is known for its gallic décor, an extensive drinks list of wines, bottled beers, draughts and of course its legendary cocktails. Open 7 days a week, you can try the three-course early bird for €22 from 5.30-7pm from Thursday to Sunday. Delicious food, a lively atmosphere, personable staff and a unique quaintness set this restaurant apart from the rest.

Stanley’s Restaurant and Wine Bar

Marcel’s Restaurant

coda eatery

Viva España Tapas

1 Saint Mary’s Road

The Gibson Hotel, Point Village, Dublin 1

27 South Richmond Street, Dublin 2

7, St. Andrews Street , Dublin 2

Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

01 681 5000

t: 01 424 4043

t: 01-4853273

01 660 2367

thegibsonhotel.ie

w: www.vivaespanatapas.com

Marcel’s is the new restaurant on St Mary’s road in the location of the former Expresso Bar. It is the sister restaurant of the Green Hen. There is much change in the decor, which is very attractive with inviting sit-all-day orange dining chairs. The menu is quite simple, yet appealing. However the food delivers with great, clean flavours. Open all week for both lunch and dinner, it is well worth a visit.

It’s the final studio album by rock giants, Led Zeppelin and it serves pretty legendary food too! At Coda Eatery the ingredients speak for themselves. Their menu offers a wide range of meats for example; dry aged rump, sirloin, rib eye and flat iron which are cooked over burning lava rock at a high temperature to create a charred and smoked finish. They’ve kept things simple serving these prime cuts with well prepared sauces and seasonal sides.

Situated on the canal in Portobello, Viva España brings a slice of Spain to Dublin. This restaurant is lit with Latin colour and a vibrant bohemian atmosphere. As well as classic Spanish tapas, Viva serves a delicious selection of Spanish coffees, teas, true Spanish hot chocolate, Spanish wines, and Cava. Viva places an emphasis on flavour and good food, making it the perfect place to enjoy a good meal with friends.

@stanleysd2 FB: Stanley’s Restaurant & Wine www.stanleysrestaurant.ie Stanley’s Restaurant and Wine Bar is located in the heart of Dublin, a short walk from College Green on St Andrews Street. They pride themselves on pairing modern Irish cuisine with an inspiring and unconventional wine list. Chef/proprietor Stephen McArdle has created a unique space across three floors, a modern ground floor wine bar, an intimately classic dining room, and private dining room to cater for all occasions.

PATRICK AND STEPHEN MCARDLE STANLEY RESTAURANT & WINE BAR It’s really a lovely location you have here, so central but with so much room due to the different floors. Are you drawing much of a distinction between the various spaces? Stephen: The ground floor is more casual dining, but it’s all casual, in fairness. We want to move away from some of the stuffiness that is associated with the Irish fine dining experience while still keeping a real focus on creativity, seasonality and top quality Irish producers in terms of the food. The ground floor though will have more of a wine bar atmosphere, good music, small plates of Irish cured meats, a great range of wine by the glass and wine specials changing weekly and monthly. Then the first floor is an intimate restaurant space, more classical in a sense but still in keeping with a relaxed, welcoming approach to service, creating a good relationship

between staff and customer, which is key to what we’re doing. The second floor is more for private dining and special events.

P: We’ve got a great location, so we as time goes on we hope Stanley’s can be a real hub for the Irish wine scene.

What sort of events do you have in mind? Patrick: First off, we’ve got one of the top Northern Rhone winemakers, Yves Cuilleron, coming over to us for a wine dinner. He produces about 400,000 bottles a year and they all get snapped up right away. S: Whole countries only gets allocated a certain amount of bottles due to demand and, of course, within that there’s only a small amount of restaurants that get bottles. P: So, on Monday 9th February we’re doing an evening with Yves. It’ll be canapés in the winebar to start before moving upstairs for an intimate 25 seat, six-course tasting menu paired with matching wines. We’re happy to say that sold out almost immediately, but it’s only the first in a series we’re putting together. Down the line we’ve got a wine dinner in conjunction with The Corkscrew planned for the end of February, and then an Austrian wine dinner with two of their top producers. We’ve also got a collaboration in the works with the Celtic Whiskey Shop. S: We’re eager to work with people with the same idea and focus in terms of what they’re trying to achieve.

Obviously wine is a big part of what you are doing with Stanley’s. P: Absolutely, We want people to open the list and say to themselves, ‘What an amazing selection!’ There’s sherrys, skin contact wines, ports, wines from obscure places. S: We’ve got a Austrian reds on the list which would be somewhat out of the ordinary over here. People are loving them. P: We’re trying to do something for the discerning wine lover, while being very accessible. Also, our sommelier Morgan is one of only two in the country qualified by the guild of sommeliers. We have tremendous wine talent in the building. Morgan is a walking encyclopaedia and a well of passion and here as a full-time resource for both staff and customers.

Stanleys Restaurant & Wine Bar, 7 Saint Andrew Street, Dublin 2

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Sophie’s at The Dean

33 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2 01-6078100 www.sophies.ie

ast month, my distinguished colleague Daniel Gray visited The Dean Hotel as a Barfly scout. A month later, I was back to see how Sophie’s was maturing as a restaurant. ‘You picked the right night for dinner,’ our waiter tells us as he sets us up with water and menus on a Sunday evening. ‘It can be a bit clubby in here on a Friday and Saturday night.’ That sounds like fun too, but we’re glad we get to focus on the food in peace. It’s still very buzzy, of course, and, as is well documented by now, the views of the city are simply exquisite. A clever combination of crab and pear comes as salad (€10) that also includes ribbons of carrots and dollops of blood orange dressing. Crusty bread from The Bretzel Bakery is given generously and the butter it’s served with is exactly the correct temperature for spreading, which pleases me no end. Our small table gets crowded quickly though – I would question the wisdom of setting up each table with a full-sized bottle of olive oil, a pepper mill and a big box of Atlantic Sea Salt. The idea of bone marrow with toast (€8) suits the style

of The Dean – lots of attitude, a little quirky but down to earth – but it was very, very oily and lacked seasoning. I wonder if there is an alternative way to prepare the marrow to make it more palatable while retaining its rustic charm? I have a nosy peek in at the kitchen, which is in a glasswalled cube of a room near the front door of the restaurant. My nose nearly pressed against the glass, I can see all the chefs prepping and chopping, squeezing and saucing, as if they’re in the most seriously stylized zoo of all time. They seem happy and well looked after so I don’t feel too bad for them. There’s a huge pizza oven to the front of the kitchen, too, and this is where our fennel sausage, taleggio and rosemary pizza (€15) comes from. It’s superb. Its thin, crispy base is scattered with the perfect ratio of sausage to cheese to herb. Also impressive is the oozing flavour of the oxtail ragu laced with plumped up apricots, served with pappardelle prepared in house and scattered with pistachios. The pasta’s shiny ribbons carry this meaty sauce, and I love the occasional crunch of the pistachio.

We adore the desserts. A bowl of ice-cream (€7) with caramelized pecans is served with sticky toffee sauce and butterscotch sauce. You really can have it all. Even better is a creatively tart panna cotta (€7) topped with a layer of blueberry jelly and a dusting of honeycomb. Sophie’s is a busy space. It probably closes for about two hours out of 24, catering for Dublin drinkers until late then kicking off early with breakfasts for guests. When I do a bit of ogling at the hotel rooms and rates on the website, I notice breakfast is not included. It feels like Sophie’s wants to welcome non-residents and even more so, that non-residents might be their main priority.This makes sense, economically and emotionally. Why build a beautiful restaurant that shows off Dublin so well and not share it with Dubliners? Our dinner, which included a first-rate raspberry sour mocktail (€6), a savoured Guarapo cocktail (€11), a glass of Kellerei Kaltern that was expertly recommended by our waiter (€9), two large sparkling waters (€5 each) and a very fine Clement & Pekoe espresso (€2.20) came to a grand total of €106.20.

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If you’re looking for more from coffee, The Dublin Barista School is the place. A dedicated training centre, offering two-hour lessons in espresso basics or an intensive threeday course to earn their Qualified Barista Award. Dublin Barista School is also the place to pick up any coffee accoutrements, whether you want to weigh it, grind it or pour it. As well as offering the knowledge and the gear, they serve up incredible value take-out coffee which they roast themselves (everything is €2), or even a filter coffee which they source their beans from The Barn, a Berlinbased roastery. Open Mon-Sun 9am-4pm

Roasted Brown quickly established itself as one of Dublin’s top coffee spots and one of Temple Bar’s nicest hangouts. Baristas Ferg Brown and Rob Lewis serve beautiful coffee using a variety of beans and brew methods. But it doesn’t stop with coffee, Roast Brown’s food is all prepared on site; gourmet sandwiches, organic soups and delicious sweet treats. They also serve a top notch brunch on weekends and have recently begun roasting their own beans too.

Talk about not even knowing what you were missing until it is right in front of you! The latest addition to the Dublin cafe scene is the wonderful and quirky Sasha House Petite – a micro-roastery, French/Slavic pastry bar that will entice even the most diligent of dieters with the mouthwatering “signature desserts” and breakfast menus. Sasha House Petite’s specialties – from the Sacher Torte to the Pork Belly Bread – are delightfully refined and fresh; and if you’d rather go for some specialty coffee, you’ll be able to choose from a selection of several aromas and tastes, carefully picked and micro-roasted in house.

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Clement & Pekoe, established since 2008, are are purveyors of fine tea and coffee. The hub of their business is situated on bustling South William St, offering a local coffee house vibe in the city and a shopping experience like no other. Choose from an array of loose leaf teas and seasonal coffees from select roasters. The owners Simon and Dairine are on hand to advise on how to enjoy tea or coffee at home. Clement & Pekoe are now also open in Temple Bar, housed in the contemporary surroundings of Indigo & Cloth on East Essex St. Open Mon– Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 9am–6.30pm & Sun 11am–6pm 50 South William St, D2 & 9 Essex St East, D2 www.clementandpekoe.com @ClementandPekoe

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Base has won over the coffee lovers of Ballsbridge. With their House Blend and rotational Single Origin, there’s always something new to try here. They use the very best coffee sourced internationally from Dublin roasters 3fe. You can also grab a Base signature wood fired sandwich or salad or cake from Dublin micro bakery, Wildflour to make it the perfect working lunch hour.

With two great city centre locations, Peacock Green is the latest addition to the burgeoning Dublin café scene. The Leeson St. branch is larger in scale with a stylish and relaxed interior, while their more snug Lord Edward St. branch (at the top of Dame St.) has the same chic, Parisian, with huge shop windows - perfect for people watching. Both Peacock Green outlets have already developed a great following since their respective openings. Their emphasis is on quality and freshness – with everything possible made from scratch in-house daily by their chefs for their lunch-time sambos soups, delicious treats and pastries – and of course their wonderful Peacock Green coffee blend, single origin guest beans, and loose leaf tea selection.

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An arty Bohemian café long established on George’s St, Simon’s place attracts an eclectic mix of students, musicians and working stiffs. Heart-warming lunches of old-school doorstep sandwiches and home-made soups will always keep winter at bay. Try the cinnamon buns !

Warm, cosy and friendly, The Birdcage Bakery stands out at its Harcourt location as one of the area’s finest cafes. With inviting, comfortable décor, the friendly staff offer a selection of homemade pastries, desserts, cakes and bitesized treats all made from scratch daily. The savoury lunch menu is enjoyed all week long and offers an original take on classics such as meatballs and smokey bacon & cabbage among others. With top quality coffee, freshly roasted from the kiosk, enjoy one house blend and one single origin on offer daily, alongside a selection of teas from Clement & Pekoe. Open Mon-Fri 7.30am-3.30pm

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••••••• With their funky vintage Citroen HY and friendly staff Mexico K Chido serve up delicious, authentic Mexican street food in an unconventional location! Parked in the entrance of Fegans Foodservice warehouse, K Chido creates a comfy (heated!) space with cushioned upcycled pallet furniture. Gustavo’s home-made marinades and salsas make it truly Mexican, firing out traditional classics such as pulled pork tacos, nachos and tortas weekdays, and transforming into a Mexican Bruncheria on weekends, offering a chilled atmosphere with your huevos rancheros. Freshly ground Ariosa coffee rounds off a perfect café experience. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat & Sun 11am-6pm 18 Chancery St, Dublin 7 Email: kchidomexico@gmail.com @kchidomexico Facebook: Mexico K Chido

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From Trinity College to Baggot Street you’ll notice breadcrumb trails leading to Hansel and Gretel Bakery on Clare Street. Located just beside the National Gallery, this little bakery is the perfect spot to grab something to enjoy in Merrion Square. The freshly baked pastries (especially the almond croissants) and coffee from Ariosa make a great combo to start the morning, especially with the local office crowd. Everything is handmade from scratch with the ingredients sourced from small local producers, from their breads to their pastries to their delicious cakes. 20 Clare Street, Dublin 2 w: facebook.com/HanselandGretelBakeryPatisserie t: 01-5547292

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The Punnet is a health food shop that offers customers a comprehensive range of healthy lunches, snacks and products difficult to find anywhere else nationwide – and if they don't have what you’re looking for, simply ask and they will find it for you! The Punnet's range of detox programs are also second to none, with 3/5 day fruit and veg or veg only juice cleanses and 5 day salad plans that take care of your food concerns for the week while all the nutrients and goodness take care of you. The Punnet is the only place in Ireland to offer such a service dedicating itself to fresh, quality food and juices and rich flavourful coffee including the 'Bulletproof'. 94/95 Lower Mount Street pfedublin@gmail.com www.thepunnet.ie @punnethealth

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Tell me about your background in coffee and how you got interested in it initially. I was from the financial services industry and I started a food business, back at the end of 2009. Basically I sublet a kitchen and that was my first business, making sandwiches and delivering them into offices. Through that I came across a coffee shop for sale. That prompted me to do a basic coffee course over in London. I started learning about it from there, and it just brought me on this road to starting a business specifically focused on coffee. I’m about six years down the line and I suppose I’ve gone from starting off knowing very little about coffee and not appreciating it to being self-confessed coffee geek. I go on holidays with my weighing scales, timer and my hand-grinder! It’s a different world from the coffee I was drinking. So what year did the school start? We started on Leeson Lane three years ago this month. The school was born out of the fact that people were coming into the coffee shop regularly looking for work experience. They’re saying ‘Look, we’ll work for free.’ To begin with I’d agree, but by the end of it I was actually spending my whole time training them, they’d almost be getting in the way. So I thought ‘OK, let’s run a course and see how it goes in our shop’. We started with one a month and it was fully booked, so it went to twice a month, then once a week, then twice a week, and suddenly this business was doing better than my café. We started off with a basic course and we’ve stretched out now to three different levels. Tell me about the different courses you teach. There’s three courses at three different levels. Level one will focus on the background on coffee. This is a course I love and it fascinates people who

didn’t realise that the backstory of coffee is so complex and interesting. We start with the farmer and plantation and move on to the roaster. Then we move on to brewing coffee, how to understand what the difference between a good coffee and a bad coffee is. Level two is all espresso. The focus is understanding the espresso machine – how it operates, techniques to make good espresso, working with milk, and trying to get everyone in the team to make a very similar drink. That’s the big problem at most coffee shops that you go in, if you were working you’d make it one way and the other barista would make it another way, and there’s no consistency between people. Beyond that, our level three course is more advanced where we go into more in depth details and different areas of what we’ve taught before. All our courses are focused on the barista and arming them with the knowledge and skillset needed to become an excellent barista. Any specific plans then for the future with the school or the shop? This year we just want to build on our training and hopefully bring on some more specialised courses for those who want to learn more specifics about brewing. Our plan is to build a brew bar in the back of our shop at some stage this year. I want to highlight how coffee has become a form of entertainment for people. Different brew methods, different varieties of coffee from different countries. It’s romantic and highlights what I call “the theatre of coffee”. The only thing I drink is filter coffee, it’s my passion. Overall, it’s like any business, we just want it keep growing. Dublin Barista School, 19a South Anne Street, Dublin 2 or dublinbaristaschool.ie

Located at the back of the Powerscourt Town House, Berlin D2 is a new cafe that is saying a big “Hallo” to Dublin’s city centre since it opened earlier this year. Serving Ariosa coffee, Berlin D2 has a relaxed vibe in the style of the city from which it takes its name. Also on the menu are a selection of sweet treats, and a some accoutrements straight out of the German capital: a DJ booth playing crisp electronica, Sunday markets, morning yoga classes, ping-pong competitions and an fledgling bookshop with art and photography books and magazines. Recently they’ve added a beer license (serving predominantly German beers) with Fischers Helles and Guinness on draft as well as an evening menu with schnitzel, bratwurst and marinated chicken. Clarendon Street, D2 fb.com/homeofthebear t: 086 891 9569

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The newly opened Cafe is a collaboration with our good friends Clement & Pekoe. It sits on our ground floor and has seating for 6 to 8 people. You can grab a perch in the window or at the larger community table, enjoy the surrounds or grab something to read. Serving Climpson & Sons beans as our House Blend, choose from an ever changing filter menu, loose tea and some delicious cakes too. We hope you like it as much as we do. Open Mon–Sat 10am–6pm & Sun 12 – 5pm 9 Essex St East, Dublin 2 www.indigoandcloth.com/cafe www.clementandpekoe.com @indigoandcloth t: 01 670 6403

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Café Gray opened its second outlet on Dawson Street and is attracting a lot of interest. Owned by Robert Gray, it serves legendary 3fe coffee, loose leaf teas from Clement & Pekoe as well as cold pressed juice from Sprout Food for non-coffee drinkers. Their food offering is based on the best Irish artisan producers and the sandwiches, soup and salad are some of the best in town and the prices are very keen compared to the chains. Go before the crowds do!

147 Deli is a small independent delicatessen that is passionate about local, seasonal ingredients and great coffee, located in the heart of Chinatown on Parnell Streett beside North Great Georges Street. Everything is cooked and prepared on-site which includes smoking their own meats and fish for their mouthwatering sandwiches and salads. The menu includes sandwiches, soups, salads and freshly made juices with weekly specials. Great decor, friendly staff, good music and big in the game when it comes to sandwiches.

Located on Molesworth Street, Busy Bean Café is a very welcoming home from home. Amongst the favourites on offer is an array of fresh baked scones and breads, homemade soups, daily carvery sandwiches, pasta dishes, salads and a plethora of gourmet signature sandwiches. Simply put, their philosophy is to serve real food and real coffee at a real price where you will always be made welcome. Busy Bean Cafe also offers catering for offices and events. Open Mon-Fri 7am-5pm and Sat 9am-5pm.

Kaph, the newest addition to the creative quarter at 31 Drury Street is an independent speciality coffee shop with a difference. From its red industrial stools, upcycled mannequin window display cushions, to an aged copper bar, the café flirts with Scandinavian minimalism, playing an eclectic mix of new folk and electronic. For the folks at Kaph, it’s all about the coffee, from the Anfim grinders to the Nuova Simonelli mothership, they are dedicated to serving you the best brew.

147 Parnell Street, Dublin 1 t: 01 872 8481 w: facebook.com/147deliparnell @147cafe

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Wall and Keogh is the original. It’s the tea company that made loose leaf tea important again, with a location to enjoy your cuppa in that compares to no other. They have a full café attached and all the baked goods are homemade. Just go see for yourself, it’s wholesale & retail tea of the highest grade.

Morton’s has been a part of Dublin since the 1930’s and it is still an Irish family run business. Their station building outfit is a modern and vibrant delicatessen that serves great food on the go. It was one of the first delis in Dublin to give calorific and nutritional information for their sandwiches. The whole experience is enhanced by the Old Harcourt St. Railway Station interior and by their excellence in coffee.

Grove Road is the latest addition to the flourishing Dublin speciality café scene and is apparently the new place to be seen in Dublin 6! It boasts a bright and inviting space with a rugged yet contemporary interior, and sweeping panoramic views of the canal. At Grove Road they are very proud of many things: their consistently great coffee which is supplied by Roasted Brown in Temple Bar and their fresh delicious food and treats to name but a couple. It has also been said that they have the friendliest staff the city has to offer! Mon-Fri 7.30am-6pm. Brunch Sat 9am-4pm.

Set in the super-cool surroundings of Science Gallery, Science Gallery Café is one of the city’s most interesting meeting places. This bright, contemporary space is home to an enthusiastic team serving up fresh food and great coffee. In fact, café owner Peter is so passionate about coffee that he decided to roast his own, and Science Gallery became the first place in Dublin to serve the amazing Cloud Picker Coffee, handroasted here in Dublin City Centre. You can also choose from a great menu that includes everything from Peter’s Mum’s Beef Goulash Stew to the student takeaway soup-sambo-fruit combo deals (for only €5!)

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The monthly Smithfield Market Fair popped up in Generator Hostel last year and has gone from strength to strength. Live music from artists such as Leaders of Men, Betty Swing Machine, Jamie Duff entertain the mingling crowds as they peruse over 40 stalls of art, vinyl and clothing from indigenous Dublin crews like BLOQ and The Collective Dublin. What better way to spend a Sunday than to stroll through a market sipping on some craft beers from O’Haras or 8 Degrees? The next Smithfield Market Fair is on Sunday the 8th of February, and the March market is March 15th.

Bobo’s are a neighbourhood diner serving up mouth-watering 7oz burgers made with 100% Irish prime beef and topped with a huge variety of delicious condiments, relishes and toppings, all made from the finest ingredients. But their menu doesn’t stop with hearty beef treats.They also serve lamb and pork burgers, free-range chicken fillets and an whopper all-day breakfast, all cooked to order in their fun and funky locations on Dame Street and Wexford Street. 50/51 Dame St, D2(01-6722025) 22 Wexford St, D2 (01-4005750) Twitter: @bobosburgers Facebook.com/bobosburgers

The professional shave from Bedford Stuy Barbers

Smithfield Market Fair, Generator Hostel Dublin, Smithfield Square, Smithfield, Dublin 7

For over 2,000 years men have visited the barber’s shop daily for their shave. In those days shaving was performed with a cut-throat razor.The introduction of the safety razor in about 1905 made shaving at home easier and demand for the professional shave declined. Bedford Stuy Barbers have designed their service around their clients needs, offering shaving for special occasions, including instructions on how to shave effectively, advice on shaving problems and on what products are best for you. Bedford Stuy Barber 1, Cope Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 (01) 6718442

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Goose On The Loose

ORPHANS AT THE NEW THEATRE

THE Old Jameson Distillery

Starting at 8 in the morning, Goose On The Loose serves hearty Irish breakfasts, omelettes, and delicious sandwiches. For those with more of a sweet tooth, Goose On The Loose offers a selection of sweet or savoury crepes. Enjoy the lacy French crepes, traditional Russian blinis, or American-style pancakes. All cakes and soups are handmade, and gluten free or buckwheat options are available. With their friendly and cozy atmosphere, Goose On The Loose is the perfect place to meet up with friends or hold small, private gatherings. Wednesday through Saturday they are open until 10 at night, so pop over to Kevin Street (right beside Wexford Street) to have a delicious glass or bottle of French wine.

This play, running from February 16th to 28th, counts Tom Waits and Lou Reed amongst its biggest fans. Orphans is the tale of two nearly feral brothers and the mysterious businessman they kidnap. Orphans has been described as being theatre for the senses and emotions. It is a play full of humour and pathos, in which each of the characters is searching for human connection and their place in the world.The play premiered in 1983 at The Matrix Theatre Company in Los Angeles, where it received critical and commercial success and won the prestigious Drama-Logue Award.

The Old Jameson Distillery is the fount of the real ‘water of life’ in Dublin. A fascinating landmark in the history of the city, the old Distillery also gives you a chance to put your taste buds to the test and prove you know your whiskey from your scotch. Any visit’s highlight is a trip to the JJ’s bar to sample the goods - Irish coffees and whiskey cocktails over lunch are quite the draw.

2, Kevin Street Lower, Dublin 8 FB: Goose on the Loose e: gooseontheloosedublin@gmail.com t: 086-1529140

The New Theatre, 43 East Essex Street,Temple Bar, Dublin 2 www.thenewtheatre.com info@thenewtheatre.com 01-6703361 Facebook /The New Theatre: Dublin

Bow Lane, Smithfield, Dublin 7 www.tours.jamesonwhiskey.com

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The National Print Museum

UPSTAIRS AT KINARA KITCHEN

4th Floor For Photo

Buried away at the back of the old Beggers Bush Barracks in the gorgeous old Oratory Building is the National Print Museum. It’s a haven for geeks with a penchant for Heidelberg’s. There are weekly workshops, video documentary screenings and an opportunity to see some of these beautiful antique machines in action. Feats of engineering that made the newspaper possible and which created some of the most decisive documents in history are on display – while the museum is the home of the original Irish Proclamation until 2016.There is a mezzanine floor which acts as a gallery and a kiddie area, while the recently revamped Press Café has delicious sambos and goodies. A nice visit for all the family.

Upstairs in Kinara Kitchen is a place where people come to relax, sit in comfort have some really special cocktails.The wonderful speakeasy style hideaway is very good for occasions, and a place where you can go to really treat yourself. Paul Lambert is the man upstairs and is one of the city’s most renowned mixologists. In combination with Kinara Kitchen, the restaurant which itself specializes in award-winning Pakistani and East Indian food, it’s definitely one of the city’s must visits.

With creative spaces sprawling across Dublin and a variety of talent on offer, 4th Floor For Photo stand out as one of the city’s more professional stages for portrait and family photography.This impressive space at The Chocolate Factory just off O’Connell Street has been here for more than 5 years and is unique in atmosphere and character alike. With each client comes an individual approach with the talented team always seeking the opportunity to work with creative people. From fashion to family, weddings, events and more, 4th Floor also support a variety of Polish community projects here in Dublin.

Garrison Chapel, Beggars Bush Barracks, Haddington Rd, D4 +353 (0)16603770 www.nationalprintmuseum.ie

17 Ranelagh Village, Dublin 6 01 406 0066 info@kinarakitchen.ie www.kinarakitchen.ie

For more information visit: www.4thFloorforphoto.com

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