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The Adventures of Diego (the dog who travelled Dublin 8)

This is Diego, a cheeky little Cavalier King Charles Spaniel that snook past his poor owner and travelled down James’ Street and back to Echlin Street where he ran into our offices.  Whilst on my way to the post office, I saw the portly (obviously used to getting his own way) chap who stood and stared... 

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

This is a delicious home recipe for Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, give it a go, you won’t regret it!   Ingredients: 1 tbsp of olive oil 1 Butternut Squash 600ml of vegetable stock 1 piece of ginger (roughly 1 inch) peal and finely chopped 4-5 shallots peeled and quartered Pinch of salt Black... 

Spaghetti Bolognese Home Made Recipe!

Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large white onion finely chopped 500g Mince meat Two jars of tomato and herb sauce 4-5 cloves garlic crushed Half dried chorizo chopped 1 Tsp Mixed herbs 4 tbsp white/red wine vinegar Pinch of salt Pinch of sugar Tablespoon ketchup   Serve... 

Simnel Cake History and Recipe

Simnel Cake, in these times, is associated with Easter but this was not always the case. During Medieval times, it was used to celebrate Mothering Sunday. Young girls, working in service, and living in their workplace, were allowed to visit their mothers on this special day. A moist fruit cake was... 

Chicken Provencal Recipe

Ingredients: 2 Kg. of  Chicken Fillets 50g Flour seasoned with salt and pepper 50 ml. Cooking Oil 2 Garlic Cloves (crushed) 1 400 g. Can of Chopped Tomatoes 2 teaspoons of Chopped Fresh Basil 1/2 teaspoon of Grated Lemon Rind 12 Stoneless Green Olives (optional)   Method: Cut chicken into serving... 

Film Review Captain America – The Winter Soldier

  Director:  Anthony Russo, Joe Russo and Joss Whedon Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen Mc Freely and Ed Brubank Cast: Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Redford, Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie The latest offering from “The Avengers” franchise sees their out of... 

Home recipe from our very own Emma Lynch

Chili Con Carne that Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 tbsp oil 400g mince beef 2 large carrots peeled and chopped 3 garlic cloves peeled and crushed 1 large white onion finely chopped 3 tbsp of tomato puree 2 tbsp tomato sauce 1 tin of kidney beans 5 finely chopped bird’s eye chillies seeds included (number... 

Delicious Recipes for Lamb Curry and Strawberry Mousse!

Lamb Curry ————— Ingredients: 1kg/ 2 lbs. lean lamb, cubed 2 Onions, chopped 3 cloves of Garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon of fresh root Ginger, chopped 2 tablespoons Hot Curry Powder 2 x 14 oz. cans of Chopped Tomatoes Cooking Oil Method: Heat oil in saucepan and add lamb cubes,... 

Keywest in Concert

  With their current EP  “Electric Love” topping the i-Tunes charts and another gig announced later on this month, Keywest, the Dublin band that started off busking on the streets of here and Galway, have travelled a long way.  After a sell out performance last October in Vicar Street, Aiken... 

Film Review – The Grand Budapest Hotel

  Director:  Wes Andersen Writers: Wes Andersen, Hugo Guinness, inspired by the works of Stefan Zweig Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Tony Revolori, Edward Norton, Saoirse Ronan, Jude Law, Bill Murray, Adrien Brody (this could go on a while) The eighth feature length effort by a director, who by my measure... 

Pork with Spicy Orange Sauce & Gooseberry Fool

    Pork with Spicy Orange Sauce Ingredients 675g Pork Fillet, cut into cubes. 3 Tablespoons of Flour, seasoned with salt and pepper 25g Butter 1 Green Pepper, deseeded and cut into strips 1 Onion, chopped 1/2 teaspoon of Grated Orange Rind Juice of 2 Oranges 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 150... 

Budget Holidays Tips

Booking flights Decide on what time of year to travel. Expect to pay more during the holiday seasons. Consider travelling during off-peak seasons, this will save you a fortune and it will be less crowded. If you’re feeling adventurous, check out last minute deals were you can get amazing packages... 

BIG Events in D8 this March!

Wild Geese Re-enactmentCollins Barracks this Saturday   Re-enactment: Napoleonic Wars 1803-1815 Date From: 08/03/2014 Date To: 08/03/2014 Time: 10am-12pm Event Type: Historical Re-enactment Event Topic: History Audience: All Ages Venue: Collins Barracks (Decorative Arts & History) Content:... 

The Wolf of Wall Street Film Review (are we a little late? oops)

Web Manager’s note: Might be a little late by a certain web manager’s fault, in my defence, I can only lie, so I won’t say anything!  Anyway enjoy!   Director                       Martin Scorsese Screen Play                 Terrance Winter                                 ... 

Delicious Recipes for Beef Casserole and Creme Carmel

Creme Carmel Here are two lovely recipes for a main and dessert.   CREME CARAMEL ———————– Ingredients: 125g/4oz. Sugar 125ml/4 fl. oz. Water. Custard: 3 Eggs 2.5 ml/half teaspoon of Vanilla Essence 2 Egg Yolks 50g/ 2 oz. Castor Sugar 300 ml/10 fl.... 

Dublin Bike a huge success!

  Dublin bikes are growing in popularity all around the city The best way to get around Dublin has to be cycling. There are no fuel expenses, you can see the city in its entire splendor, and there are no parking charges plus no traffic build ups. You just get on your bike and pedal to where you... 

Film review Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit

  Film Title    Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit Director       Kenneth Branagh Cast             Chris Pine, Kevin Costner, Keira Knightley &  Kenneth Branagh. Running Time    106 Minutes      Parental Ratings    12  Plot The film takes place sometime after the... 

`A Galway Girl, In Dublin Town

Sharon and Shane in full flight!   On Friday the 3rd January 2014, Sharon Shannon, Mundy, & Shane McGowan played live to a packed house in Vicar Street, in our wonderful city of Dublin. I and my mate Stewart went along to this gig and we were not disappointed with either the music, or the singing.... 

2K14 – Tupac Tribute Concert @ The Tivoli (Feb 07)

There is a ‘Tupac Tribute Concert 2K14’ On Friday 7th of February 2014, at 8pm in the Tivoli Theatre here in Dublin. The Theatre, are presenting OUTLAWZS (aka Outlaw Immortalz), who were founded by Tupac Shakur in 1995. They performed and recorded many tracks with the legendary hip hop producer. This... 

Film Review – Long Walk To Freedom

A relative of mine suggested I go and see the new Mandela film, titled Long Walk To Freedom. I took her advice – thanks Janette! – and went to the cinema the IMC in the Square in Tallaght Dublin 24, on Sunday 5th January last. The ticket in to see the film was a mere €7.00 the cheapest... 
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