News Archive
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Restaurant Review - Laura's
12 March 2025
Fired up at the prospect of a cool venue, Lucinda swiftly made her way to Laura’s in D2, but what she found there was pricey fare and a subdued ambience.
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Restaurant Review - Un' Altra
05 March 2025
In an otherwise empty restaurant, being expected to sit on top of the only other customers is always a pain, says Lucinda, as she visits Blackrock's Un' Altra.
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Our Latest Great Place To Eat - Stew Store
04 March 2025
Promising some of the best stews and curries in the country, Chef Tabrez Shaikh’s Fab Stew Store at Cork’s Marina Market aims to take your tastebuds on a global adventure.
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Restaurant Review - Excuse My French
26 February 2025
Setting up shop on the ‘posh’ side of Ranelagh, this French spot is a wonderful addition to Dunville Ave, says Lucinda.
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Restaurant Review - Hera
19 February 2025
Go for cherry tomato bridge, stay for Hera – the triumphant new opening in Dublin’s Drumcondra, says Lucinda
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Restaurant Review - A Parisian Valentine's?
11 February 2025
Swap Paris for Dublin with these six French eateries for a romantic meal on Valentine’s Day, says Lucinda.
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Our Latest Great Place To Stay & Eat - The Lansdowne Kenmare
10 February 2025
Prominently located on the Main Street of the popular tourist town of Kenmare, in Co. Kerry, the renowned Lansdowne Hotel is definitely worth a visit. Steeped in beauty and charm, it perfectly blends old school features and hospitality with modern vibes.
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Restaurant Review - Year Of The Snake
04 February 2025
From jin sha beef at China Sichuan to steamed spicy chicken claws at Nan and Chinese Whispers afternoon tea at Bewley’s, you won’t be stuck for choice at one of the many special offerings in the capital, says Lucinda.
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Our Latest Great Place To Stay & Eat - Chester Beatty Inn
29 January 2025
If you’re after great fun, food and accommodation, you need look no further than The Chester Beatty Inn. “Our aim with our customers” Says Padraig. “Is that by the time they have finished their meal they are planning their next visit.”
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Restaurant Review - Suertado
28 January 2025
John Farrell’s latest Mexican venture, Suertudo, which serves up a delicious medley of authentic tacos, quesadillas and tamalitosis, may be bursting with flavour but a little short on pzazz, says Lucinda.
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Restaurant Review - Share Korea
21 January 2025
Though pleasant and easy on the pocket, the new Share Korea in D2 fell short when it came to flavour, says Lucinda.
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Our Latest Great Place To Eat - Fish Factory
20 January 2025
A hip and hot Pan-Asian seafood restaurant by Nicky Foley & Ann Connell of the fab Solas Tapas, Fish Factory is a stunning addition to Dingle’s dining repertoire, says Lucinda.
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Restaurant Review - The Cow Pub & Kitchen
14 January 2025
‘There’s cost cutting, then there’s simply bad value’, says Lucinda, following a costly yet unappealing main event at this Shelbourne Road eatery.
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Our Latest Great Place To Eat - The Lodge Bar & Kitchen
13 January 2025
Perched on a height, with stunning sea views, as you enter the moviesque coastal village of Myrtleville, Co. Cork, you’ll find the gem that is The Lodge & Kitchen. Myrtleville, lying just west of the mouth of Cork Harbour.