Back in October 2015 I had the pleasure of taking an overnight visit to Dunboyne Castle Hotel. They have a fantastic award-winning spa on site called Seoid Spa. Ready for some hard-core relaxing I did of course try out the facilities which includes a pool, sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub. Continue reading
The latest big budget comedy with female leads to hit our screens is How To Be Single. Directed by Christian Ditter (Love, Rosie) and with a screenplay written by Abby Koh, Dana Fox and Marc Silverstein (The Vow, Valentines Day, He’s Just Not That Into You). Continue reading
I’ve been to Eden Bar & Grill a few times for dinner and never been disappointed. I particularly liked when they had Jamie Nancy and the Blueboys for their evening jazz. Alas they no longer have live music, but they have always had good food and good cocktails. Continue reading
Every so often a food and drink led experience comes along which you will salivate about for the entire week beforehand. Such was the case when I was lucky enough to join The AA Foodies as a guest for a night in Sika restaurant in Powerscourt Hotel. Continue reading
Brussels has a thriving food scene which does actually stretch beyond the faithful frite, although I’m a big fan of them also. On a recent visit I tried out Peck 47 (Rue du Marché aux Poulets 47) which was just across from my hotel. Having watched a steady stream of people queue outside to secure a table during my visit, I was lucky enough to grab a table early on my last day. Continue reading
Brussels is well-known for its beer and the little boy taking a piss. Something else they are renowned for is their frites (chips). Once again the Gastro Gays steered me in the right direction (I think I’ll just bring them on holiday with me next time). Try Friterie Tabora they declared, they have the most amazing frites. So naturally I did. Continue reading
On a recent trip to Brussels I asked the ever reliable Gastrogays for some food recommendations. They mentioned Bia Mara to me. As luck would have it, it was directly across the road from my hotel. Obviously meant to be. It’s a busy spot but we were lucky enough to grab a table. Continue reading
With three Golden Globe wins under its belt, including best actor and best movie, and Oscar nominations including best movie, best director and best actor, The Revenant is on course to be one of the biggest movies this year. So with all that buzz surrounding it, is it worth a watch? Continue reading