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Beef & Oyster Lunch
at Virginia Park Lodge23/02/2020 - 23/02/2020
Some might call it Sunday lunch, but Virginia Park Lodge’s Beef and Oyster Club is rather more of a celebration.
The event commences at 1.30pm for you to enjoy a delicious welcome drink and canapés before lunch is served at 2pm
Tickets are priced at €75 and can be booked on the Virginia Park Lodge website.
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Maura Laverty - This Is Your Life
at Ballymaloe House28/02/2020 - 28/02/2020
On Friday 28th February, a dinner inspired by Maura Laverty's Full and Plenty cookery book will be served in Ballymaloe House at 6pm. It is followed by the play. Maura Laverty - This Was Your Life, in Ballymaloe Grainstore at 8pm. Head Chef Dervilla O'Flynn has created a three-course menu of deliciously 'retro' choices. Dinner €55pp, play tickets are €22. A special 'Play and Stay' package includes overnight in Ballymaloe House, dinner, show tickets and breakfast. From €185 per person sharing. See www.ballymaloe.ie or ring 021 465 2531
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Traditional Sunday Lunch at the Lodge
at Virginia Park Lodge02/02/2020 - 01/03/2020
Sunday Lunch at Virginia Park Lodge features traditional-style prime roast beef with all the trimmings.
The lunch includes; A Seasonal Cocktail, Canapes & traditional 3 Course Sunday Lunch menu.This event will take place on Sunday, March 1st from 1:30pm, with lunch being served at 2pm.
The lunch is priced at €69 per person. Please visit the Virginia Park Lodge website for bookings.
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The Gloss Magazine’s Wedding Salon
at The Merrion Hotel08/03/2020 - 08/03/2020
Calling all brides-to-be (and their mums, bridesmaids, friends) The Gloss Magazine’s Wedding Salon, at The Merrion, is essential for brides who want their weddings to be sophisticated, intimate and memorable. Event planner extraordinaire Tara Fay will lead a wedding planning masterclass, with Sharon Hoey and Helen Cody on bridal dressing, hair and make-up with Brown Sugar, flowers with Ruth Monaghan of Appassionata, table design, menus, gifts, photography, budgeting and planning.Every attendee will receive inspirational ideas and practical advice. Tickets are €80 (limited availability) and include coffee, luncheon and a gift bag as well as a Wedding Salon folder of useful information and contacts. Come on your own, with your mum, sister or friend. It’s also a lovely gift for someone you know who has recently become engaged.
The Wedding Salon at The Merrion on Saturday, March 7th from 11am-3pm
Morning coffee
Introduction to planning your wedding
Hair & make-up looks by Brown Sugar
Setting the scene: making decisions, budget talk, getting organised, staying sane
Achieving a stress-free lead-up: calling in the professionals
From the chefs at the Merrion: menu choices, wedding cake tasting
For tickets (€80 to include coffee, luncheon with wines, gift bag and information folder) or queries, call The Gloss on 01 275 5130.
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Annual International Women's Day Dinner
at The Mustard Seed08/03/2020 - 08/03/2020
The Mustard Seed in Ballingarry, Co Limerick will host its annual International Women’s Day Dinner on Sunday 8th March. Guests will once again choose from a menu that has been carefully curated by Head Chef Angel Pirev. Angel is an advocate for using ingredients freshly picked from the Mustard Seed garden as well as from local producers and appeared on RTE 1 as part of Neven Maguire’s Irish Food Trails series.There will also be literary works courtesy of Listowel Writers’ Week and complimentary tickets to visit the Maureen O'Hara exhibition at the Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum.
International Women’s Day takes place on Sunday 8th March and celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. The 2020 campaign theme is #EachforEqual.
The Mustard Seed 2020 IWD dinner costs €49.00 per person for 4 courses. Guests wishing to spend the night can avail of a special overnight rate of €55.00 B&B per person sharing. Pre booking is essential by contacting The Mustard Seed on 069 68508 or email info@mustardseed.ie
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Ireland Rugby Guinness Six Nations Lunch
at l'Ecrivain01/02/2020 - 07/03/2020
Michelin Starred l'Ecrivain Restauant, located in the heart of Georgian Dublin is open for lunch during the Guinness Six Nations Rugby matches.
- Saturday, March 7th, Ireland V Italy
To book in for any of these lunches please email enquiries@lecrivain.com or call directly on 01 661 191
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Cookery Courses
at The Tannery01/01/2020 - 31/03/2020
Looking to improve your skills in the kitchen or perhaps you're a complete beginner starting from scratch?Whatever level you're at, the Tannery Cookery school has the perfect course for your abilities. Taught by world-renowned chef, Paul Flynn, courses range from everything from how to prepare for a lavish dinner party, to practical cooking for the everyday.Courses:March 7th - Meat-Free Morning- Morning DemoThere's a whole cooking world out there where the vegetable plays the starring role and this course will show, even the ordinary home cook, how to make inspired and satisfying meat-free dishes. Includes lunch.Date: March 7th - 11am to 2pmCourse price: €80March 21st - Entertaining in Style - DemoFor those out there who love entertaining, this course is a full day where Paul will demo his favourite entertaining dishes - what he likes to cook at home when entertaining friends and family. A mix of Ottolenghi-inspired tasting dishes with some of his favourite classical French bistro dishes which, when prepared in advance, are a breeze to produce on the day or night.Date: March 21st - 10am to 3:30pmCourse price: €155For these and more courses and to book, visit the Tannery Cookery School website. -
Floral Masterclass with Afternoon Tea
at Bishop's Gate Hotel02/02/2020 - 15/03/2020
Bernie Jackson, of Bernie's Blooms - a specialist in wedding flowers - will be hosting a Floral Masterclass in the Northern Counties Ballroom in Bishop's Gate Hotel on the 2nd of February and on the 15th of March.
Each event will commence with a presentation display where Bernie will showcase how to create floral decor and then work with participants to create a beautiful item for each person to take home.
Following the class, each guest can enjoy Bishop's Gate's delicious Afternoon Tea service.
The event is priced at £40 per person which includes materials for the class, flowers and afternoon tea. Contact Bishop's Gate Hotel directly for bookings on +44 (0)28 711 40300 -
Cookery Demonstrations
at Ardtara Country House23/01/2020 - 24/09/2020
Do you love to cook? The head along to Ardtara Country House for a unique foodie experience with Chef Patron Ian Orr for one of a series of exciting cookery demonstrations.
Ian will share his tips for preparing sumptuous meals at home. Each demonstration will be followed by a 3-course meal.
Thursday, March 26th - Seafood Cookery Demonstration
Thursday, May 28th - Italian Cookery Demonstration
Thursday, July 30th - BBQ Cookery Demonstration
Thursday, September 24th - Game and Meat Cookery DemonstrationThe cookery demonstrations are priced at £41.95 per person and should be booked in advance.
Overnight packages are available from £209
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Spring into Yoga
at Cahernane House Hotel27/03/2020 - 29/03/2020
Join the Live Well Bloom Family on our Spring into Yoga Retreat in Cahernane House Hotel, Killarney. Indulge in a weekend filled with sumptuous yoga sessions, immerse yourself in healing sound baths and explore the luscious landscape of the Killarney Lakes.
Slow down and settle into this luxuriously cozy boutique manor house, with some time just for you.
For full itinerary and to book click here
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Kum Nye Tibetan Yoga and Meditation with Matt Padwick
at Liss Ard Estate28/02/2020 - 01/03/2020
In this retreat designed with the New Year and Liss Ard in mind, we will combine simple movement and breathing exercises with the stillness od meditation to experience a way of being that is both deeply relaxing and fully energised. Based on traditional Tibetan healing practices, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels, Kum Nye restores the body's natural rhythms and calms the mind, making it a very effective gateway and support to meditation practice.
Then, with a calm mind and open senses, we will take the space and time to fully appreciate the natural environment of Liss Ard.
This retreat will offer:
- The time to breath and unwind
- Easy-to-learn exercises that inspire relaxing meditation
- Further nourishment provided by luxury accommodation, nutritious food and the natural environment.This retreat is priced from €400 pps or €450 for a single room and includes 2 nights accommodation, all meditation and yoga classes, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Mother's Day Treat
at Virginia Park Lodge21/03/2020 - 22/03/2020
There's no better time than Mother's Day to show your mum some well-deserved appreciation.
Treat her to a beautiful Champagne Afternoon Tea, followed by a delicious 3-course dinner and overnight stay in one of Virginia Park's luxurious Lodge suites, including an award-winning breakfast the following morning.From €500. Book now on the Virginia Park Lodge website
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Flower Arranging Masterclass
at Ardtara Country House18/03/2020 - 18/03/2020
Tracey Kempton-Caves, from the award-winning Willow and Twine Floral Design studio, will be joining us in the Garden Restaurant at Ardtara to demonstrate how to make beautiful hand-tied bouquets. After the demonstration, you are invited to create your own hand-tied bouquet using a mix of fresh, dried and decorative materials. some of which will be foraged right on Ardtara's doorstep.
You will start off with a mini afternoon tea and a glass of Prosecco to help to get you in a creative frame of mind, and afterwards, a three-course a la carte dinner will be served.Tickets are prices at £110 per person and include all materials, tuition, afternoon tea, dinner and your own beautiful bouquet to take home.
Overnight packages are available from £149.50 pps
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Mothering Sunday Lunch
at Virginia Park Lodge22/03/2020 - 22/03/2020
Treat the most important woman in your life to a delicious Sunday Lunch at Virginia Park Lodge this Mothering Sunday.
Commencing at 1:30pm guests can an enjoy a welcome drink and canapés before sitting down to a delicious three-course lunch at 2pm.
The event is priced at €79 per person and can be booked on the Virginia Park Lodge website.
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Ardtara Tasting Dinners
at Ardtara Country House28/02/2020 - 23/10/2020
For an evening out with a difference, book a table at one of Ardtara's fabulous Tasting Dinners. You'll enjoy sparkling wine on arrival and a six-course tasting menu with optional paired wines - a wonderful dining experience and a delight for foodies and wine lovers.
Friday, 24th of April - Spring Tasting Dinner
Friday, 26th of June - Summer Tasting Dinner
Friday, 11th of September - Cocktail Tasting Dinner
Friday, 23rd of October - Autumn Tasting DinnerArdtara's Tasting Dinners start at 8pm. The 6-course menu is priced at £55 per person or £90 with paired wines.
Overnight packages are available from £259.To book contact Ardtara Country House directly on +44 (0) 28 7964 4490
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Italian Wine Dinner
at Ballymaloe House30/04/2020 - 30/04/2020
On Thursday 30th April, Ballymaloe House have an Italian Wine Dinner. Hosted by Milena Rizzo representing Italian vineyards Isole e Olena and Sperino and Marcus Gates, Liberty Wines. This evening promises to be a delicious pairing of a local produce menu and some of the finest Western Chianti Classico Italian wines.
Price: €90 per person
Special B&B rate available
To book, call 021 465 2531
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May Dawn Chorus Walk
at Longueville House03/05/2020 - 03/03/2020
On Sunday 3rd May at 4am, Participants meet at Longueville House Hote. A brief orientation & maps will be distributed before setting off on tour. Afterwards, return back to Longueville House to enjoy a hearty country breakfast. Following this, retreat to the drawing room for a cosy question and answers session by the fire. Longueville is known for its more intimate chorus walks, allowing participants to benefit from more of the guides attention and time.
Price are below & included a Guided Dawn Chorus Walk, Full Traditional Breakfast, plus detailed discussion with guide afterwards.
Family Ticket: Two adults & two children under 14: €149
Multiple Tickets ( in excess of four participants): €49 per person
Adult Single: €55
Tickets can be booked here
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Floral Workshop Weekend with Emily Thompson and Shane Connolly
at Glin Castle02/10/2020 - 04/10/2020