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Food on the Edge 2017: A Reaction

Food on the Edge 2017: A Reaction

Action is the bridge between intentions and reality… Intentions are lovely but actions are stronger – Margot Janse In opening with Dominic MacSorely, CEO of Concern international, this year’s Food on the Edge symposium made a clear statement of the…

Aldi Wine Lover’s Sale Recommendations

Aldi Wine Lover’s Sale Recommendations

This Thursday 3rd August, Aldi is launching its Aldi Lovers Wine Sale, a collection of diverse and interesting wines from around the world. In a collection consisting of 5 sparkling, 6 whites, and 12 reds coming from well known countries…

Kos: Where to Eat and Drink

Kos: Where to Eat and Drink

Kos, you had me at xαίρετε. From the stunning hotel Aqua Blu Hotel and Spa (review here) to the friendly and welcoming nature of the island’s people to it’s sandy beaches, it has it all. If you’re planning a visit…

Review: Aqua Blu Boutique Hotel & Spa and Cuvée Restaurant

Review: Aqua Blu Boutique Hotel & Spa and Cuvée Restaurant

According to Condé Nast this is one of the top 20 hotels in Greece and the accompanying islands and once you set foot into the doors of Aqua Blu Hotel and Spa in Kos it’s certainly easy to see why….

Food Producer Series – Anam Coffee

Food Producer Series – Anam Coffee

We set about creating a rural business that represented everything about the Burren in the best possible way and developing our brand so that it really spoke about a sense of place. So our name, Anam, meaning soul or spirit…

Food on the Edge 2017 – Preview

Food on the Edge 2017 – Preview

The run-up to October and the eagerly anticipated return of the annual Food on the Edge symposium is heating up with the recent announcement of this year’s theme; ‘Action: Reaction’ at the official Irish launch held recently on the 19th…

Cong Food Village Festival 2017

Cong Food Village Festival 2017

Cong has long had a history of being synonymous with food and celebration. Ashford Castle, the venue of many a feast and party, stands proud in its manicured gardens surveying the town and it’s neighbouring Lodge. Now, along with the…

Food Producer Series – Gannet Fishmongers

Food Producer Series – Gannet Fishmongers

“Do what you do but to its best possibilities” – Stefan Griesbach As for most people who fall in love, for Stefan it too occurred by chance. How to we pinpoint the moment of that kindling fire? Perhaps there isn’t…

Food Producer Series – Ballymakenny Farm

Food Producer Series – Ballymakenny Farm

It is really satisfying to grow for a market that appreciates what you grow. They appreciate good food grown with care I’m beginning this series to hopefully highlight the work, challenges but ultimately the incredible passion and talent of a…