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rom a vantage point atop the city, Dublin spreads out as a cluster of green domes, chic office blocks and red brick terraces, interspersed with the occasional factory tower, vertiginous relics from the past, preserved for posterity. The yellow streetlights glow and the dark waters of the Liffey, which bifurcates the city, run fast and true. It’s a vista you could never tire of, and yet Dublin isn’t made to be admired from afar: it’s the sort of place you have to live up close. Hands on, glasses up and inhibitions down.

You don’t have to be partial to a drink to appreciate Dublin (though it helps) any more than you have to be enamoured with ceilidh music (though that also helps). The best way to experience Dublin is to extend both arms, open your mind and go with the flow. By all means set out with an itinerary, but don’t feel duty bound by it. You may find, on reflection, that your greatest memories of your time in Dublin were the unscripted ones; those moments when you deviated from the script. Taking a wrong turn and winding up in the Writers Museum; ducking in out of the rain and finding yourself in the Science Gallery. So many happy accidents just waiting to happen.

Dublin has a rich and tumultuous history, as anyone who’s visited the National Museum of will attest. The museum is a fitting starting point for anyone keen to explore the medieval city. It’s by no means the only option however: it’s equally possible to top up on culture and beer by embarking on a literary pub crawl that starts in the cobbled square of Trinity College before weaving through the narrow streets.

Dublin is a city that can be anything you want it to be. For many, the vibrant night spots around Grafton Street and Temple Bar are the epicentre of it all, the hub around which the city revolves. Dublin may be one of the world’s greatest cities for drinking, but not everyone alights there in search of alcohol, as great as the Guinness may be. The city is also famed for its culinary scene, which has produced some of Ireland’s finest restaurants, places where the sea bass is fresh and zesty, the pork cheek is tender and the clams are a twist of pepper away from perfection.

As with any teeming metropolis, the biggest problem confronting visitors to Dublin isn’t finding things to do: it’s whittling the wealth of options down into a sensible itinerary. You can’t eat in every restaurant that takes your fancy. You can’t dive into every atmospheric pub and tour every historic attraction. That’s where we come in. The Entertainment Guide has been designed to separate the wheat from the chaff, to differentiate the great from the not-so-great. Think of this guide as your key to unlocking the city. It supplies the local knowledge. You have the final say.

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While everyone’s tastes and interests differ, we can promise this: each of the businesses listed in the guide has been selected for its excellence. If you like seafood restaurants, we’ve curated Dublin’s finest. Nightclubs? Likewise. Wanna visit an old gaol or take in a comedy night? Stroll through a leafy take a cycling tour? No problem. North or south of the river, wherever you may roam, a world of endless possibilities and unlimited opportunity awaits.

Whether you’re visiting Dublin for business, pleasure or a little bit of both, keep this publication close at hand. The Entertainment Guide contains everything you need to turn a pleasant stay into an unforgettable one.

Since the brand launch in 2000, visitors to our national website have requested recognition for the best venues throughout Great Britain and Ireland, therefore I decided to acknowledge and reward these businesses by inviting the general public to vote for their favourites through our website. Voting begins in January each year, and we recognise the achievements by issuing certificates to those top businesses which have been recommended. Good Luck!

If you appear in this edition of the guide, you have been recommended or reviewed by cityuncovered.co.uk www.theentertainmentguide.ie Remember...this is the original Entertainment Guide... accept no other!! John Campbell Managing Editor The Entertainment Guide (“The Wee Yellow Book™”)

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Name Tel Web Page Casino Marino 01 833 1618 www.casinomarino.ie Christ Church Cathedral 01865 276155 www.chch..ac.uk/cathedral Croke Park Etihad Skyline Rooftop Tour 01 819 2323 www.crokepark.ie Drimnagh Castle 01 450 2530 www.drimnaghcastle.org Dublin Castle 01 645 8800 www.dublincastle.ie Dublin Zoo 01 474 8900 www.dublinzoo.ie 9 Farmleigh House 01 815 5900 www.farmleigh.ie Fort Lucan Outdoor Adventureland 01 628 0166 www.fortlucan.com Guinness Storehouse 01 408 4800 www.guinness-storehouse.com 10 Irish Jewish Museum 085 706 7357 www.jewishmuseum.ie Irish Museum of Modern Art 01 612 9900 www.imma.ie Irish National War Memorial Gardens 01 475 7816 www.opwdublincommemorative.ie Kilmainham Gaol 01 453 5984 www.kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie 12 Lambert Puppet Theatre 01 280 0974 www.lambertpuppettheatre.ie Little Museum of Dublin 01 661 1000 www.littlemuseum.ie Malahide Castle and Gardens 01 816 9538 www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie Marsh's Library 01 454 3511 www.marshlibrary.ie National Botanic Gardens 01 804 0300 www.botanicgardens.ie National Library of Ireland 01 603 0200 www.nli.ie National Museum of Ireland 01 677 7444 www.museum.ie National Print Museum 01 660 3770 www.nationalprintmuseum.ie National Transport Museum of Ireland 01 848 0831 www.nationaltransportmuseum.org Old Jameson Distillery 01 807 2355 www.jamesonwhiskey.com Science Gallery Dublin 01 896 4091 dublin.sciencegallery.com Tayto Park 01 835 1999 www.taytopark.ie The Book of Kells 01 896 1000 www.tcd.ie 8 The James Joyce Centre 01 878 8547 www.jamesjoyce.ie 11 The National Leprechaun Museum 01 873 3899 www.leprechaunmuseum.ie The National Wax Museum 01 671 8373 www.waxmuseumplus.ie 13 The Phoenix Park 01 820 5800 www.phoenixpark.ie

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THE BOOK OF KELLS

No visit to Dublin is complete without a trip to the historic Book of Kells Exhibition. Ireland’s prized cultural treasure, the 9th-century book is stored in the Old Library of Trinity College in the heart of the city. The well-worn tome contains a richly decorated copy of the four gospels and is based on the Vulgate edition completed by St Jerome in 384 AD. Written on vellum, in an archaic script known as insular majuscule, the Book of Kells alone makes a trip to the exhibition an enthralling experience. Enjoy The Book of Kells a leisurely stroll through the Trinity College Dublin cobbled stone passageways of the 16th-century Trinity University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2 College and marvel at the ornate architecture on display, 01 896 1000 particularly the modernist Berkeley Library and Arts Building. Proceed upstairs to the capacious Long Room, which is home to a staggering 200,000 of the library’s most ancient texts, the volumes occupying row after row on a series of oak bookcases. Frequent exhibitions are held in the Long Room, with displays of the library’s extensive holdings attracting bookworms from around the globe. It’s undoubtedly the Book of Kells which is the college’s centrepiece, however – the famous medieval manuscript www.tcd.ie draws over 500,000 tourists every year.

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DUBLIN ZOO

Ireland’s most popular family attraction, Dublin Zoo proudly welcomes over one million customers per year. Having first opened in 1831, it is among the oldest and most varied zoos on the planet. As you walk around, you’ll get to meet rare and exotic species, and also learn about the conservation efforts undertaken to protect endangered animals around the globe. Kids and adults alike will love trekking through featured indoor and outdoor habitats, among them the African Savanna, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8 which replicates open plains populated by giraffes, hunting 01 4748900 dogs, rhinos and zebras. [email protected] Perhaps you’d prefer to call by the Gorilla Rainforest, home to a sizeable breeding group of healthy western lowland gorillas, or invade the Asian Forests, inspired by the Gir forest of Indian and Sumatran forest of Indonesia. After all, it’s here you’ll find the lion habitat, home to a pair of powerfully-built Sumatran tigers. Visiting Dublin Zoo is a rewarding enough experience in and of itself, but because the it is a registered charity, your www.dublinzoo.ie attendance will help maintain the zoo’s facilities and its vital conservation work. www.theentertainmentguide.ie 9 Dublin 2020/21

GUINNESS STOREHOUSE

Whether you’re prone to a pint of the black stuff or rarely indulge, a trip to the Guinness Storehouse is an essential part of every Dublin itinerary. Step into the church of Guinness and learn more about what goes into the making of this iconic alcoholic beverage. With a brand history spanning 250 years, Guinness has a storied past – and Ireland’s premier international visitor attraction has seven floors’ worth of heritage to keep you engaged. You’ll relish exploring this sprawling storehouse; just don’t forget to stop by the tasting rooms for a well-earned sup of the stout before you leave. In the Guinness Academy, you will learn that most essential of life skills – how to pour the perfect St James’s Gate, Ushers, Dublin 8, Ireland pint – while the company’s brand strategy is laid bare in 01 408 4800 the fascinating new Advertising Exhibit. On the fifth storey, just [email protected] as you’re developing a hunger, you’ll get the chance to sample the finest at the Guinness & Food Experience. As you ascend each staircase, your newfound knowledge of all things Guinness will continue to grow. At the summit of the pint- glass atrium, on the seventh floor, the exquisite Gravity Bar www.guinness-storehouse.com awaits. Sláinte!

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THE JAMES JOYCE CENTRE

Lovers of literature will be in their element visiting the James Joyce Centre. Housed in a breathtaking 17th-century Georgian building, the same abode made famous by Denis J. Maginni – the ebullient character from Ulysses – the centre aims to promote understanding of the life and works of Ireland’s most celebrated novelist and poet. Several exhibits draw the eye, including furniture from Joyce’s Paris apartment, rescued from Nazi plunder in 1940. There’s also a life-sized reconfiguration of a prototypical Edwardian bedroom, similar to Joyce’s own. Meanwhile, venerated artefacts that pay homage to Ulysses make for interesting observation. What’s more, the centre organises and conducts walking tours of the city based 35 North Great George’s Street, Dublin 1 on Joyce’s life and work. Enjoy tracing the footsteps of Leopold 01 878 8547 Bloom as you visit Middle www.jamesjoyce.ie Abbey Street and the National Library, or take the Joyce Circular Tour to learn about the real life inspiration behind some of the writer’s most storied works. All in all, there are three floors for visitors to enjoy, and whether you’re a writer, reader or are simply interested in Irish history, there’s much to recommend here.

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KILMAINHAM GAOL

A visit to the clink might not sound like an appealing proposition, but Kilmainham Gaol provides a fascinating insight into the past. The largest unoccupied gaol in Ireland, Kilmainham is located just three miles from Dublin city centre, on Inchicore Road. The 18th-century Victorian prison throws a bright light on the legacy of British rule in Ireland, while the guided tour is full of interesting facts that give a sense of just how gruesome a stretch in Kilmainham really was. Along the way you’ll get to see many of the gaol’s rooms, with the tour culminating in the exercise yard – the scene Kilmainham Gaol Museum of a great many executions in bygone years. Kilmainham’s Inchicore Road, Kilmainham status in Irish history cannot Dublin 8, D08 RK28 be understated. Indeed, the prison held some of the 01 4535 984 most notorious political and [email protected] military leaders in Irish history. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803 and 1867 were detained within these cold brick walls. While the facility was decommissioned as a jail by the Irish Free State government in 1924, its current museum status was assured by the Office of Public Works. And it’s a good thing too: the gaol is simply a must-see www.kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie attraction for those interested in modern Irish history.

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THE NATIONAL WAX MUSEUM

Picturing the past has never been easier thanks to Dublin’s National Wax Museum. Representations of Irish history, in the form of lifelike waxwork figures, give visitors the chance to not only learn about famous figures but to see them up close too. Situated on Forster Place, in the Temple Bar district of the city, the museum presents an interactive experience like no other. In the Grand Hall of Fame, meet famous faces from the realms of sport, theatre, TV, music and film. At the Record in Wax station, meanwhile, you can test your skills mixing vocals, drums and guitar using equipment favoured by Snow 22-25 Westmoreland Street, Dublin 2 Patrol and Michael Jackson. In addition to supplying fun, there’s a strong educational 01 6718 373 element to the facilities. The [email protected] Science and Discovery Zone, for instance, pays tribute to Irish inventors and scientists, with interactive touchscreen exhibits giving insight into the work of these pioneering individuals. Preside over a scaled commuter railway track or examine the organs of the human body: you’ll walk away enlightened and, yes, maybe a little creeped out! Elsewhere, the Great Irish Writers Room www.waxmuseumplus.ie venerates literary titans from James Joyce to Oscar Wilde.

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Name Tel Web Page Bad Bobs Temple Bar 01 677 8860 www.badbobs.ie Café en Seine 01 677 4567 www.cafeenseine.ie Chaplins Bar 01 677 5225 www.chaplinscomedy.com Everleigh 087 976 9619 www.everleigh.ie 17 Fire & Stone Cafe Bar 01 295 9009 www.fireandstone.ie Grainger's Cafe Bar 01 836 3249 www.graingerscafebar.ie Hard Rock Cafe Dublin 01 671 7777 www.hardrock.com Harrys Cafe Bar 015395 31498 www.yewtreebarn.co.uk IFI Café Bar 01 679 8712 www.ifi.ie Johnnie Fox's Pub 01 295 5647 www.jfp.ie Kennedy's 01 679 9077 www.kennedyspub.ie Lemon Crepe & Coffee Co. 01 672 8898 www.lemonco.com 16 Limetree Café 01 902 2420 www.limetreecafe.net 16 McGrattans Café Bar 01 661 8808 www.mcgrattans.ie Oliver St John Gogarty 01 671 1822 www.gogarty.ie 20 Opium 01 526 7711 www.opium.ie Oscars Cafe Bar 1800 814 014 www.oscarssmithfield.com Pygmalion 01 633 4522 www.pyg.ie The Church 01 828 0102 www.thechurch.ie The Elms Gastro Bar 01 620 7003 www.elmsbar.ie The Front Lounge 01 670 4112 www.thefrontlounge.ie The Globe 01 671 1220 www.theglobe.ie The Goat 01 298 4145 www.goatgrill.com 18 The International Bar 01 677 9250 www.international-bar.com The Liquor Rooms 087 339 3688 www.theliquorrooms.com 19 The Lotts Cafe Bar 01 872 7669 www.thelottscafebar.com The Temple Bar 01 672 5286 www.thetemplebarpub.com 21 Wigwam 01 873 4020 www.wigwamdublin.com Wrights Cafe Bar 01 840 6760 www.wrightscafebar.ie

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LEMON CREPE & COFFEE CO.

Should you be seeking a delicious treat when in Dublin, head to the Lemon Crepe & Coffee Co. The flagship cafe can be found in Dawson Street, plus there’s a trendy spot on William Street South. Both serve crepes, sandwiches, omelettes, pastries, teas, soft drinks and great coffee. 60 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 Everything is cooked to order on the premises, 01 672 8898 ensuring the freshest fare made from Fairtrade, 66 William Street South, Dublin 2 organic and locally sourced ingredients. The 01 672 9044 crepes are of course a highlight, with a large choice of sweet and savoury options. For something a little more decadent, opt for one of the naughty but nice crepes, topped with chocolate and Grand Marnier or Baileys. Open seven days a week and late into the evening on a Thursday, the Lemon cafes are the very best place to enjoy a spot of [email protected] people-watching alongside a tasty bite to eat from www.lemonco.com breakfast through to supper. LIMETREE CAFÉ

Find the LimeTree Cafe opposite Kilmainham Gaol, serving hot and cold drinks, breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks from morning through to late afternoon. If you don’t have time to linger, LimeTree can take your office’s order and have your food available for collection at lunchtime. On a nice day you can dine al fresco in the colourful seating area on Kilmainham Square. For breakfast, choose from a range including muffins, scrambled Kilmainham Square, Inchicore Road, Dublin 8 eggs, croissants, porridge and smoked salmon 01 902 2420 and cream cheese bagels. Lunch could be hot [email protected] soup of the day with brown country bread, a deli salad, wrap or sandwich on brown, whole grain or sourdough bread and a side of homemade slaw. Then satisfy your sweet tooth with a cake or artisan pasty. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to enjoy the cafe’s many beverages and delicacies, with suppliers including Laragh Stuart, Bretzel Bakery, Suki Tea, Opera Patisserie and Matthew Algie. www.limetreecafe.net

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EVERLEIGH

Everleigh truly is a venue to crow about. Centrally located on Harbour Street, the award- winning bar and nightclub gives revellers the chance to dance the night away underneath the stars. All the while, some of the country’s best DJs rep banging tunes that span a heady mix of genres – house, disco, chart and hip-hop, to name but a few. Just head to your preferred room, grab a drink and enjoy the vibes. While 70% of the club is indoors, the remainder spills into the garden itself, allowing revellers to sample a Mediterranean party atmosphere without 33 Harcourt Street jetting to the Continent. With Saint Kevin’s, Dublin 2 walls covered in foliage and garden style tables and chairs, 087 976 9619 as well as a bar that resembles [email protected] a refurbished shed, Everleigh is certainly quirky, but the high standard of the furnishings prevents the place from ever seeming kitsch. It’s no surprise the club has become a sought- after venue for corporate and leisure events, from product launches and presentations to barbecues and after-parties. In addition, patrons can partake in a two-hour cocktail www.everleigh.ie masterclass, ideal for the aspiring mixologist. www.theentertainmentguide.ie 17 Dublin 2020/21

THE GOAT

Especially popular during the summer months, thanks to brilliant weekly barbecues and a roster of live entertainment, The Goat Bar and Grill is nevertheless a vibrant little spot whatever the time of year. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days per week, The Goat can be relied upon for good food, fine ale and efficient service. Whether dropping in for a meal, a beer or a glass of red, you’ll appreciate the bar’s convivial atmosphere. Located in Goatstown Cross, in South Dublin, the traditional bar was formerly known as Dublin’s sporting hub, a reputation 14 Lower Kilmacud Road, that persists in some form Mountanville, Dublin 14 today: it continues to screen all the major sporting events, 01 298 4145 from Six Nations rugby and [email protected] Premier League football to golf, boxing and athletics. Aside from sport, The Goat is cherished for its informal ambiance, with a beautifully- appointed conservatory and bright, airy function room with private bar. The Drumaville Suite, meanwhile, located above the main bar area makes a wonderful venue for a wedding reception. If you’re keen to sample a meal at The Goat, the menu has plenty of variety – everything from steak and chips to Irish oak-smoked www.goatgrill.com salmon and Oriental stir fry.

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THE LIQUOR ROOMS

Searching for a trendy late night venue while in Dublin? The Liquor Rooms, a chic bar, located beneath the city’s original rock ‘n’ roll hotel, The Clarence, is everything you want in a drinking den: spirited and atmospheric with good music and friendly staff. Sip a craft beer, whiskey or glass of wine before moving to a soft leather couch or deep brocade armchair. The subterranean space has been designed to resemble a Prohibition-era speakeasy, its four rooms characterised by period furnishings, rich red tones, marble bars and sultry lighting. No 5, Wellington Quay, Dublin 2 Whatever you’re drinking, you’re sure to appreciate the Tel: 087 339 3688 chilled vibe. It must be noted, [email protected] though, that the Liquor Rooms owns a reputation for mixing some of the finest cocktails in the city. Scan the leather-bound cocktail menu and sample a freshly-made concoction or two. If you’re more interested in solid sustenance, a contemporary bistro menu offers a smorgasbord of dishes between 5pm and 10pm. While booking isn’t needed, it’s worth reserving a table, particularly at the weekends. A pleasing assault on the senses, with fine drinks and a decadent Jazz Era vibe, the Liquor Rooms www.theliquorrooms.com is the spot to enjoy your hooch in style.

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OLIVER ST JOHN GOGARTY

Dublin is famed for its nightlife, and one great pub that undergirds its sterling reputation is Oliver St John Gogarty. Nestled in Temple Bar, on the corner of Fleet Street and Anglesea Street, this charming traditional Irish bar is named after the famous playwright, poet and surgeon. The pub is spread over three floors, comprising two of Temple Bar’s oldest buildings, and gives visitors the chance to sample olde world charm, enjoy the live music and dance – or alternatively to nip upstairs to eat in the restaurant. While the walls of the bar are festooned with books and framed photographs, a bronzed 18-21 Anglesea Street statue of the establishment’s Temple Bar, Dublin 2 eponymous icon stands beside a bar stool. Overhead, early 01 671 1822 19th-century carts and bicycles dangle from the ceiling. Wall- mounted TVs, meanwhile, ensure patrons never miss the latest major sporting events. In the third-floor restaurant, the decor is similarly inviting: exposed wooden beams stretch overhead, while old- fashioned notices and posters are pinned to the walls. If you skip a visit to the restaurant, you’re missing out: prime Irish beef, fresh seafood and hearty Dublin coddle are just some of the options that await; this is www.gogartys.ie Irish fare at its best.

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THE TEMPLE BAR

Billing itself “the friendliest watering hole in Dublin”, The Temple Bar might seem like it’s setting itself up for a fall; thankfully, the establishment more than lives up to its billing. Friendly service and quick- witted craic is the order of the day, while daily traditional music sessions ensure the good times are always rolling. Various bands gather in the corner each day, belting out folk ballads and playing instruments such as fiddles, bodhrans, mandolins and uilleann pipes. Meanwhile, an outdoor haven in the form of a charming beer garden – the area’s only licensed garden – lets you enjoy a pint of Guinness or 47/48 Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 N725 glass of whiskey in the fresh air. Incidentally, those partial 01 672 5286 to a tumbler or two of whiskey should drop in on a Tuesday, between 5:30pm and 7:30pm. The Whiskey Experience gives patrons the opportunity to sample premium whiskeys at standard prices. There’s also live music and complimentary food platters. Given that The Temple Bar houses Ireland’s largest whiskey collection, with over 450 bottles, it’s an easy sell. Whiskey or beer, lager www.thetemplebarpub.com or wine, you can’t visit Dublin and not have a drink in this irresistible traditional pub.

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Name Tel Web Page 1escape Health Club 01 485 0700 www.oneescape.ie Ben Dunne Gym 01 293 0000 www.bendunnegyms.com Blow Salons 01 607 0222 www.blow.ie Castle Golf Club 01 490 4207 www.castlegc.ie Castleknock Spa 01 640 6366 www.castleknockhotel.com 24 Charming Hair and Beauty Salon 01 633 9090 www.charminghairbeauty.com David Lloyd Dublin Riverview 818 243 796 www.davidlloyd.ie Dylan Bradshaw Hair Salon 01 671 9353 www.dylanbradshaw.com Elmgreen Golf Club 01 823 4671 www.elmgreengolfclub.ie Flyefit Macken Street www.flyefit.ie Heaven O' Connell St 01 874 8405 www.heavenfaceandbody.com Kazumi Hair Salon 01 678 5004 www.kazumihair.ie Luttrellstown Castle Resort 01 860 9600 www.luttrellstowncastle.com Newlands Golf Club 01 459 3157 www.newlandsgolfclub.com Nuala Woulfe 01 230 0244 www.nualawoulfe.ie 25 Oasis Beauty Day Spa & Laser Clinic 01 874 7298 www.oasisbeauty.ie Oceana Spa 01 803 8592 www.oceana-spa.com 26 Preen Hair & Beauty 01 670 8080 www.preendublin.ie Raw Gyms City 01 478 9204 www.rawcondition.com Royal Dublin Golf Club 01 833 6346 www.theroyaldublingolfclub.com Serenity Day Spa 01 230 0255 www.nualawoulfe.ie 25 Sugar Cubed 01 672 5750 www.sugarcubed.ie Tethra Spa 01 603 0600 www.merrionhotel.com 29 The Buff Day Spa 01 677 4624 www.thebuffdayspa.com The Spa at The Shelbourne 01 663 4500 www.shelbournespa.ie 27 The Spencer Health Club 01 433 8877 www.thespencerhealthclub.com 28 Ultimate Hair & Beauty 01 873 2825 www.uhb.ie Urban Day Spa 01 614 3434 www.urbandayspa.ie West Wood Gym Clontarf 01 853 0353 www.westwood.ie Wilde Salon 01 668 9342 www.wildesalon.ie

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CASTLEKNOCK SPA

Open to members of the public and hotel guests, the Tonic Health and Day Spa at Castleknock Hotel & Country Club boasts facilities that are second-to-none. Located on the hotel’s first floor, the spa provides a range of treatments, offering guests a mixture of refreshing and soothing therapies to invigorate body and mind. The private and luxurious treatment rooms comprise single and twin rooms, allowing you to relax in solace or alongside a friend, relative or partner. Before you cross the threshold, though, take a minute to chill out in the new Relaxation Room. Don a cotton robe, slide your feet into some soft slippers and unwind by the candlelight Porterstown Road, Castleknock with a glossy magazine. Dublin, D15 WNR7 When suitably de-stressed, enter your treatment room 01 640 6366 and let the experienced, fully- [email protected] qualified therapist take you to a heightened state of tranquility. Whether you’re receiving a deep-tissue massage, a facial or a manicure and pedicure, you’re sure to appreciate the soothing ambiance of the spa. Further treatments include aromatherapy, reflexology, waxing and St Tropez spray tanning, the latter of which ensures a year-long, healthy www.castleknockhotel.com and natural-seeming tan.

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NUALA WOULFE

If the pressures of everyday life have you feeling jaded, tired or stressed, head along to the Nuala Woulfe Serenity Day Spa. This first-rate wellness 55 Glasthule Road, Sandycove, Co.Dublin centre offers a range of treatments to leave you feeling 01 230 0255 replenished and rejuvenated. [email protected] Put yourself in the hands of highly-trained beauty therapists and prepare to enter a realm of relaxation you scarcely thought possible. A broad spectrum of customised and holistic therapies are on offer, from skin peels and body scrubs to manicures, massages and eyebrow treatment. Nuala Woulfe also offers Skinceuticals skincare treatments, direct from the USA. This advanced method of clinical skincare is favoured by some of the world’s leading dermatologists, and its products are specially formulated to correct signs of ageing. If you want more than just a post-facial glow, you’ll be glad to know that treatments such as the jet peel and the LED light therapy result in longer-lasting benefits. The eponymous owner of the facility, Nuala is one of Ireland’s leading skincare and 4C Glasthule Road, Sandycove, Co.Dublin beauty professionals. Bringing 20 years’ experience to her 01 230 0244 treatments, she relies only on [email protected] the best available equipment and high-end products to www.nualawoulfe.ie ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

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OCEANA SPA

The jewel in the crown of the four-star Portmarnock Hotel, Oceana Spa is a multi award- winning salon specialising in a range of revitalising treatments. Integrating first- class services with natural ingredients from the earth and sea, the spa provides treatments guaranteed to set you at ease. Open to hotel guests and members of the public, Oceana has picked up a gamut of awards in respect of its services. Plaudits aside, the staff deserve credit for their easy, friendly manner and depth of knowledge. If you’re booked in to receive skincare treatments, for instance, you’ll be given a prescription sheet with DIY tips and product recommendations as well as advice on how to prolong the health of your skin. In addition to skincare, the spa provides a 10 The Stables, range of pampering packages, Portmarnock, County Dublin including pregnancy packages and Bridal Beauty bundles. 01 803 8592 One such treatment utilises [email protected] sea-earth synergy to target www.oceana-spa.com cellulite and improve skin elasticity, while the milk and honey body buff includes a honey and almond mask and a massage with almond oil and hints of geranium. Ready to relax? You’ve come to the right place.

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THE SPA AT THE SHELBOURNE

As you might expect from the five-star Shelbourne Hotel, the spa facilities are simply outstanding. Utilising a panoply of luxurious products, the treatments offered at the grand Renaissance hotel, located on St Stephen’s Green, aim to soothe body and mind, restoring guests’ inner vitality. Give yourself over to the highly-trained therapists and let them soothe your body’s pressure points. Each uniquely created treatment is 27 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2 designed to leave you feeling refreshed, with the spa’s usage Tel: 01 663 4500 of brands such as Elemis, [email protected] Pevonia, Panpuri and Cloon Keen contributing towards the end result. Spanning three floors, the Shelbourne’s spa is a sanctum of relaxation, allowing guests to bask in the warm glow afforded by the facility’s exclusivity. Unwind after a tough work week or simply book in for the kind of ‘me time’ we all crave once in a while. After decompressing in the opulent relaxation room, dive into the swimming pool, make use of the thermal facilities or hit the treatment room for a purifying body wrap, www.shelbournespa.ie intense body scrub or intimate Swedish massage. Ah, bliss!

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THE SPENCER HEALTH CLUB

Retune body and mind at the Spencer Health Club, built into one of Dublin’s best boutique hotels. The leisure facilities at this four-star hotel are of the highest order. However you prefer to keep fit, you’ll find all the equipment you need to power through your workout. As a private members’ club, the health club treats patrons impeccably; the exclusivity afforded by this system means you can enjoy the facilities in peace and comfort. Step into the spacious, fully-equipped gymnasium, where 50 pieces of state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment await, including Excise Walk, IFSC, Dublin 1 Precor treadmills fitted with 01 4338 877 individual TV screens. When [email protected] you’ve broken a sweat, why not complete a circuit using free weights, or target individual muscle groups using the multi-gym machines? Elsewhere, there’s a Flexibility Zone, 18-metre heated indoor swimming pool and full spa facilities: sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Meanwhile, the Aerobic Room hosts a regular programme of complimentary classes, among them spin, body pump and body balance. Whatever your choice of workout, The Spencer Health Club provides the perfect www.thespencerhealthclub.com environment to get it done.

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TETHRA SPA

If you’ve got your heart set on a relaxing spa break in Dublin, the Tethra Spa is well worthy of consideration. Located in the heart of the five-star Merrion Hotel, the complex forms an oasis of tranquility in the heart of Ireland’s bustling capital. Open to both guests and members of the public, the Tethra Spa offers a wealth of luxurious treatments using only Tethra Spa the finest ESPA and Darphin The Merrion Hotel products. Rediscover your Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2 inner calm by indulging in hot stone therapies or refreshing 01 603 0600 detox rituals. The ESPA Body [email protected] Polish and Revitalising Facial, meanwhile, includes complete body exfoliation to cleanse and refine the skin, before you’re treated with hot towels, mitts and moisturising balm. The decadent therapy concludes with a leisurely scalp, neck and shoulder massage. Book in for a facial, manicure or some aromatherapy; alternatively, drift off to sleep on the rubbing table while receiving a soothing deep tissue massage. Away from the treatment rooms, the spa boasts an 18-metre infinity pool, complete with ornate mural and flanked by alabaster columns. There’s also a steam room and fully-equipped fitness centre. Choose to luxuriate in www.merrionhotel.com style at one of Dublin’s finest wellness centres. www.theentertainmentguide.ie 29 HOTELS & CONFERENCES Dublin 2020/21 HOTELS & CONFERENCES

Name Tel Web Page Ashling Hotel Dublin 01 677 2324 www.ashlinghotel.ie Brooks Hotel 01 670 4000 www.brookshotel.ie Buswells Hotel 01 614 6500 www.buswells.ie Camden Court Hotel 01 475 9666 www.camdencourthotel.com Castle Hotel 01 874 6949 www.castle-hotel.ie Castleknock Hotel 01 640 6300 www.castleknockhotel.com 32 Clayton Hotel Burlington Road 01 618 5600 www.claytonhotelburlingtonroad.com Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane 01 643 9500 www.claytonhotelcardifflane.com Clontarf Castle Hotel 01 833 2321 www.clontarfcastle.ie Conrad Dublin 01 602 8900 www.conradhotels3.hilton.com Dylan Hotel Dublin 01 660 3000 www.dylan.ie Harding Hotel 01 679 6500 www.hardinghotel.ie Herbert Park Hotel 01 667 2200 www.herbertparkhotel.ie Hilton Dublin Airport 01 866 1800 www3.hilton.com InterContinental Dublin 01 665 4000 www.ihg.com Jurys Inn Parnell Street Dublin 01 878 4900 www.jurysinns.com Portmarnock Hotel 01 866 6504 www.portmarnock.com 35 Radisson Blu Hotel 01 844 6000 www.radissonblu.com Royal Marine Hotel 01 230 0030 www.royalmarine.ie 36 Spencer Hotel Dublin City 01 433 8800 www.thespencerhotel.com Temple Bar Hotel 01 677 3333 www.templebarhotel.com The Clarence Hotel 01 407 0800 www.theclarence.ie 33 The Fitzwilliam Hotel 01 478 7000 www.fitzwilliamhoteldublin.com 34 The Marker Hotel Dublin 01 687 5100 www.themarkerhoteldublin.com The Merrion Hotel 01 603 0600 www.merrionhotel.com The Morgan 01 643 7000 www.themorgan.com The Shelbourne 01 663 4500 www.theshelbourne.com 37 The Westbury 01 679 1122 www.doylecollection.com The Westin Dublin 01 645 1000 www.thewestindublin.com Waterloo House 01 660 1888 www.waterloohouse.ie

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CASTLEKNOCK HOTEL

The award-winning Castleknock Hotel & Country Club assures a truly decadent break in Dublin. The ultra-modern four- star hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the city centre’s prime attractions, just 15 minutes away. Comprising 138 stunningly appointed bedrooms, including lavish executive and deluxe suites, the hotel is a veritable haven of relaxation. Whether reposing in your room or bathing in the 18-metre indoor swimming pool, which includes a splendid view of the undulating greens of the 6,700 square-yard golf course, you’ll be glad you plumped for Castleknock. In addition to the pool, the hotel boasts extensive spa facilities, including a sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Treatments such Porterstown Road, Castleknock as massages, facials and spray Dublin, D15 WNR7 tans are also available on request. The aforementioned 01 640 6300 golf course, meanwhile, [email protected] was named by Golf Digest magazine as one of the top 100 courses in Ireland, its lakes and occasional marshes making it challenging for golfers of all levels. After completing nine holes, a selection of hotel bars and restaurants compete for your attention. From the Art Deco confines of the Lime Tree Bar to the glass and marble of the AA Rosette Park Restaurant, you’ll be www.castleknockhotel.com spoiled for choice.

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THE CLARENCE HOTEL

Billing itself as Dublin’s “original rock ‘n’ roll hotel”, The Clarence promises a warm welcome, simple luxury and the perfect location for guests to explore the city it calls home. Overlooking the River Liffey, the hotel is ideally situated close to many of Dublin’s most popular attractions, including Temple Bar, The Olympia Theatre and the National Photographic Archive. As for the facilities themselves, they’re certainly impressive: guests can choose from fifty well-appointed bedrooms and suites, from Classic through to Deluxe and River View. In the morning, you’ll spryly bounce out of bed in anticipation of a delicious full Irish breakfast. 6-8 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2 If your visit to Dublin is more of a business engagement, 01 407 0800 perhaps you’ll spend less time in your bedroom than in the [email protected] conference room. The hotel hosts all manner of events and meetings, with its recently refurbished Clarence Suite accommodating 100 guests and imparting a handsome view of the river. The Gallery in The Penthouse is another fine venue for intimate gatherings, providing an exclusive locale for presentations or product launches. Whatever the nature of your trip, The www.theclarence.ie Clarence is likely to surpass all expectations.

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THE FITZWILLIAM HOTEL

Some hotels provide guests with a bed and a passable night’s sleep; the distinguished Fitzwilliam Hotel in Dublin supplies so much more. Included on Conde Nast’s rundown of the 21 coolest hotels in the world, the Fitzwilliam gives guests the chance to sample unforgettable Irish hospitality in a stylish, contemporary setting. Positioned on leafy St Stephen’s Green, mere paces away from the city’s finest shopping destination in the form of Grafton Street, the luxurious five-star manor is the ideal city retreat. World- class guest rooms favour a handsome palette of lime greens and whites, with tall purple headboards and chic furnishings. While the hotel’s The Fitzwilliam Hotel proximity to the city’s finest St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2 bars and restaurants may be too difficult to resist, Citron is 01 478 7000 an outstanding choice. This [email protected] elegant restaurant is located on the mezzanine above the hotel lobby, and under head chef Philip Mahon focuses on dishes that comprise the best local and seasonal ingredients. Thornton’s is the hotel’s second restaurant, a Michelin star establishment whose reputation extends throughout the city. Wherever you eat, whatever you do, you can be sure to receive a warm welcome and courteous service www.fitzwilliamhoteldublin.com at the Fitzwilliam Hotel.

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PORTMARNOCK HOTEL

Just fifteen minutes from Dublin International Airport, Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links enjoys an unmatched coastal location, with breath- taking views over the famous five-mile “Velvet Strand’ and its hugely popular beachside Golf Links. Once the grand seaside home to the Jameson Distillery dynasty - today, the Hotel is a well-equipped and ideally situated conference destination as well as a much sought after stunning wedding backdrop. Appealing as much to the quiet-seekers in search of some coastal respite with some Spa time as to the group of dedicated golf enthusiasts. Strand Road, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin Portmarnock Hotel presents a well-balanced offering of Reservations: 01 866 6504 two bars, a restaurant, a Spa, complimentary hotel-wide Golf: 01 866 6592 Wi-Fi and free ample onsite [email protected] parking for guests. From the more active to fitness fans, www.portmarnock.com the doorstep-beach offers five miles of pristine coastline for breakfast joggers or for long romantic sunset strolls. The neighbouring picturesque fishing villages of Malahide and Howth offer celebrated specialist seafood fare and with Dublin City Centre less than a 25 minute drive away, there is quite literally, something for every pace of life.

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ROYAL MARINE HOTEL

Overlooking Dublin Bay, and situated in four acres of landscaped private gardens, the Royal Marine Hotel is the epitome of luxury. From the moment you draw up to the grand turreted facade, you’re sure to be taken by the splendour of this four- star abode. The guest rooms themselves offer splendid comfort, ranging from Classic Rooms to Presidential and Executive Suites. Many of the rooms impart marvellous sea views, so be sure to enquire in advance about their availability. Guests wishing to take a dip can do so in the stunning heated swimming pool, before relaxing in the hydropool, jacuzzi, steam room or sauna. If further treatment is necessary, the Sansana Spa offers aromatherapy and massage services, as well as Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire a mud chamber and tropical Dublin, A96 K063 experience showers. The Pier Health Club, meanwhile, hosts 01 230 0030 fitness classes and is fully- [email protected] equipped with top-of-the-range equipment. Business travellers are well catered for too: as many as 14 different meeting rooms are available, including the roomy Carlisle Conference Suite, perfect for AGMs. In the evening, indulge in a tipple at one of the hotel’s many bars or break bread in the sophisticated Dún Restaurant. Simply put, the Royal Marine Hotel offers a www.royalmarine.ie world-class experience.

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THE SHELBOURNE

Fusing modern convenience with old-world splendour, Dublin’s Shelbourne Hotel is as grand a dwelling as you’re likely to find in all of Ireland. With its picture- postcard location, overlooking St. Stephen’s Green, and its spacious, tastefully- appointed guest rooms, this Renaissance hotel never fails to impress. While its features are unfailingly opulent, from the marble columns flanking the reception desk in the lobby to the gold-and-black candelabras at the foot of the staircase, there are many modern flourishes throughout this five-star hotel. Choose from an extensive selection of guest rooms, each the epitome of luxury. Elsewhere, the state- 27 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2 of-the-art spa facilities, spread over three floors, provide Tel: 01 663 4500 a multitude of treatments, everything from body wraps and facials to massages and waxing. There’s also a first- rate fitness centre, a dance studio, an 18-metre indoor swimming pool and both a sauna and steam room. Boasting 13 event rooms, with space to accommodate guests numbering from 10 to 350, the Shelbourne has also become a venue for weddings, as well as other special occasions. www.theshelbourne.com Simply put, this is one of Dublin’s finest hotels.

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www.theentertainmentguide.ie 39 IRISH & NORTHERN IRISH MICHELIN WINNERS 2020 Celebrating Excellence

Five restaurants in Ireland – two in Dublin and one each in Cork, Limerick and Belfast – have been added to the 2020 edition of the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland, which was launched at an awards ceremony in London on Monday 7th of October at a special launch event at The Hurlingham Club in Fulham, London.

Aimsir, the restaurant at Cliff at Lyons in Co Kildare run by head chef Jordan Bailey and his wife, Majken Bech-Bailey, was the big winner: 4 and a half months after it opened it is now a two-star restaurant.

Chef Jordan Bailey The Greenhouse, in Dublin city centre, finally got its hands on a long-overdue extra star, joining Restaurant as the capital’s two-star restaurants.

These latest additions bring the number of Michelin- starred restaurants on the island of Ireland to 21.

Two Michelin Stars: Kearneystown, Kildare - 01 630 3500

Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud Saint Peter’s, Dublin - 01 676 4192

The Greenhouse Dublin - 01 676 7015

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One Michelin Star: House at Cliff House Hotel Galway, County Galway - 091 535 947 Ardmore, Co. Waterford – 024 87 800

Bastion Kinsale, Cork - 021 470 9696 Sheares Street, Cork - 021 427 9997

Campagne Lady Helen at Mount Juliet Hotel Highhays, Kilkenny – 056 777 2858 Mount Juliet, Co. Kilkenny - 056 777 3000

Chapter One L’Ecrivain Rotunda, Dublin - 01 873 2266 Saint Peter’s, Dublin - 01 661 1919

Eipic Belfast, County Antrim – 028 9033 1134 Blackrock, Co Dublin - 01 212 3676

Loam Fairgreen Road, Co. Galway - 091 569 727

Ox Oxford Street, Belfast - 028 9031 4121

Restaurant Chestnut Ballydehob, Co. Cork - 028 257 66

The Muddlers Club Warehouse Lane, Belfast - 028 9031 3199

The Oak Room Adare, Co. Limerick - 061 605 200

Variety Jones The Liberties, Dublin - 01 516 2470

Wild Honey Inn Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare - 065 707 4300

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BANG

There’s a wealth of high quality restaurants in Dublin, and Bang, without a shadow of a doubt, is among the very best. The plaudits continue to stack up – it has been recommended in the 2015 Michelin Guide, while also receiving a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence – but its chefs continue focusing on what they do best: producing inventive, delicious food. While the decor is inviting, with stylish art hanging from the walls, what sets the place apart is its menu. Under Head Chef Phil Yeung, the kitchen crafts succulent dishes which combine seasonal vegetables with only the freshest meat and fish. At lunch, choose 11 Merrion Row, Dublin 2 from starters such as white asparagus soup with toasted 01 400 4229 almonds and carpaccio of veal [email protected] with truffle emulsion. Mains, www.bangrestaurant.com meanwhile, come in the form of Bere Island crab and avocado or Kilkenny rose veal meatballs and spaghetti. There’s a meal for everyone here, from wild Irish sea brill to grilled polenta or chargrilled ribeye. There’s also an excellent tasting menu, with a smorgasbord of small dishes that underscore Bang’s culinary ethos. With its five- star service and sumptuous food, Bang certainly makes an impact.

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PATRICK GUILBAUD

The only two-star Michelin restaurant in all of Ireland, Patrick Guilbaud generates high expectations before diners have even lifted their cutlery. It doesn’t disappoint either, delivering the sort of heightened culinary experience that’s synonymous with a brace of Michelin stars. Situated in the luxurious surroundings of Dublin’s five-star Merrion Hotel, the acclaimed restaurant has been producing mouth- watering dishes for over three decades. While its cuisine can best be described as contemporary Irish with classical roots, a cursory glance at the menu reveals the extent of the chefs’ creativity; pigeon-holing this restaurant proves impossible. The food itself reflects the restaurant’s commitment to sourcing produce from the very best farmers, growers and fishermen in the land. The service, meanwhile, is impeccable, fusing French decorum with quintessential Irish charm. While dining in the magnificent restaurant promises to be memorable, a private dining room situated in the Georgian wing is available for those extra special occasions. Home to a splendid collection of Roderic 21 Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2, D02 KF79 O’Conor paintings, it forms an 01 676 4192 immaculate space in which to celebrate. Whether dining here [email protected] or in the main restaurant, expect www.restaurantpatrickguilbaud.ie nothing less than perfection from Patrick Guilbaud.

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THE PIG’S EAR

The Pig’s Ear serves exquisite Irish fare with a welcome modern flourish. Overlooking the historic Trinity College’s playing grounds, this sophisticated yet unpretentious restaurant rates high in all the criteria one usually considers when evaluating a restaurant. Starting with the appearance of the place, and one cannot find fault in the three tastefully- appointed, bright and spacious dining rooms. To the food, then. Well, suffice to say The Pig’s Ear is more than deserving of its Michelin Bib Gourmand, an honour it has retained since 2009. Starters include Burren Smokery wild mackerel, paired with potato salad and horseradish-and- 4 Nassau Street, Dublin 2 walnut dressing, and ham knuckle and pork terrine with 01 670 3865 tarragon mayonnaise. There are many mouth-watering main [email protected] courses, but the slow-cooked Lough Erne shepherd’s pie deserves a special mention, as does the glazed pig belly with Jane Russell’s black pudding. Incidentally, The Pig’s Ear is available for corporate dining and party bookings, accommodating up to 48 guests on the ground floor, 60 in the second-floor Mirror Room or 10 on the upper-level private dining room. Whether you’re hosting a banquet or enjoying a cosy meal-for-two, The Pig’s Ear is a very good www.thepigsear.ie choice indeed.

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RUSTIC

Specialising in dishes that are simultaneously appetising and nutritious, Rustic Stone certainly deserves its place among Dublin’s finest restaurants. Located in the southern quadrant of the city centre, the inviting restaurant is the brainchild of Dylan McGrath – and the acclaimed chef has instilled an ethos that results in flavoursome, imaginatively-presented dishes hitting the table throughout the day. While a cornerstone of Rustic’s culinary character is the sourcing of seasonal and, where possible, organic ingredients, it is the refreshing simplicity of the dishes that is perhaps most pleasing. The restaurant adopts an ancient South Georges Street, Dublin 2 Spanish technique which remains a new concept in 01 7079596 Ireland. Thus, customers are [email protected] served their meat or fish dishes www.rusticstone.ie on a piping-hot volcanic stove, to cook to their liking. The salads, meanwhile, are to die for, comprising the crunchiest, freshest leaves and vibrant fruit and vegetables. Whatever your favourite cuisine, the diverse selection of flavours at Rustic Stone are sure to get the juices flowing. The service plays its part, too - friendly, even charming, without ever becoming overbearing.

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QUAYS

If you enjoy hearty Irish food and plenty of character, the homely Quays Irish Restaurant is well worth a visit. Nestled in the bustling Temple Bar district, in the heart of the city, Quays is a hit with tourists and locals alike. With exposed wooden beams and brickwork walls hung with framed photographs, the space is charming and undeniably Irish, while the food is wholly flavoursome. Traditional Irish fare features heavily on the menu; among the favourites are Irish stew, Dublin coddle, Wicklow lamb shank and slow-cooked beef and Guinness stew. Which is not to say there is a lack of choice; quite the contrary, in fact. A range of fresh seafood options are offered, in addition to vegetarian 10 - 12 Temple Bar Square, Dublin 2 dishes – everything from homemade vegetable soup to 01 679 1923 Spanish potato omelette and www.quaysrestaurant.com goats’ cheese salad. Desserts are similarly varied: the Irish Bailey’s cheesecake with butterscotch sauce sounds positively mouthwatering, while the prospect of homemade apple crumble with fresh cream and custard is enough to derail any diet. Famous for its delicious Sunday roasts, its homemade lemonade and its incomparable craic, Quays Irish Restaurant is one of a kind.

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While it can often be difficult to source a good vegetarian restaurant, visitors to Dublin will be glad to stumble across either of the two Govindas restaurants in town. Centrally located on Aungier Street and Middle Abbey Street, within walking distance of one another, the eateries have become extremely popular owing to their unique atmosphere, amiable staff and – most vitally – first-rate vegetarian food. Utilising plenty 83 Middle Abbey Street, Dublin 1 of locally-sourced ingredients, such as organic spinach grown 4 Aungier Street, Dublin 2 on their Fermanagh farm Govindas offers a flavourful and varied alternative to meat dishes. Renowned for their generosity where portion sizes are concerned – rest assured, it’s best to be ravenous when you order – the authentic Hare Krishna style restaurant serves such fare as creamy tagliatelle, moussaka, vegetable lasagne, Gauranga potatoes and tasty Paneer subjis in homemade tomato sauce. Hot buttered chapatis, homemade bread, salad rolls and samosas are also available to nibble. If you’ve room left, the desserts include carrot cake, pineapple upside-down cake, apple pie 01 4750 309 with fresh cream and lemon [email protected] cheesecake. Grab a takeaway www.govindas.ie or dine in and enjoy vegetarian cuisine that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Bon appétit!

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Name Tel Web Page 53 Degrees North Carrickmines 01 214 9352 www.53degreesnorth.ie Arnotts 01 805 0400 www.arnotts.ie Blackrock Shopping Centre 01 210 4618 www.blackrockcentre.ie Blanchards Town Centre 01 822 1656 www.blanchardstowncentre.ie 52 Brown Thomas 01 605 6666 www.brownthomas.com 51 Carrolls Irish Gifts 01 677 7812 www.carrollsirishgifts.com Coast 01 677 0206 www.coast-stores.com Designyard 01 474 1011 www.designyardgallery.com Disney Store 01 670 6000 www.disneystore.co.uk Dundrum 01 299 1700 www.dundrum.ie 50 Fallon & Byrne 01 472 1010 www.fallonandbyrne.com 54 Flying Tiger Copenhagen 01 607 4444 uk.flyingtiger.com Georges Street Arcade 01 283 6077 www.georgesstreetarcade.ie 53 Grafton Street www.graftonstreet.ie Havana 01 260 2707 www.havanaboutique.ie Hollister 01 216 5004 www.hollisterco.com 54 House of Ireland 01 671 1111 www.houseofireland.com Irish Design Shop 01 679 8871 www.irishdesignshop.com Jervis Shopping Centre 01 878 1323 www.jervis.ie Karen Millen 01 605 6666 www.karenmillen.com Kilkenny Shop 01 677 7066 www.kilkennyshop.com Northside Shopping Centre 01 848 6049 www.northsideshoppingcentre.ie Om Diva 01 679 1211 www.omdivaboutique.com Only 01 675 3549 www.only.com Pandora 01 611 1658 www.pandora.net Powerscourt Centre 01 679 4144 www.powerscourtcentre.ie 55 Reiss Dublin 01 671 2588 www.reiss.com Size? 01 677 1637 www.size.co.uk The Design House 01 679 9283 www.thedesignhouse.ie The Donegal Shop 01 475 4621 www.thedonegalshop.com

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DUNDRUM

Shopping doesn’t have to be a chore. Sometimes – if you know where to look – it can turn into a pleasure. If you’ve ever had cause to browse the shops in Dundrum Town Centre, you’ll concur with this sentiment. Ireland’s largest shopping mall, the airy and stylishly-designed complex makes even the most onerous of gift-buying exercises a doddle. With over 100 stores, 40 restaurants and cafes, 12 cinemas, a bar, two nightclubs and even a theatre, it’s the kind of building you are loath to have to leave, whether you’re shopping, eating, socialising, clubbing or munching popcorn Sandyford Road, Dundrum, Dublin 16 while watching the latest 01 299 1700 blockbuster release on the [email protected] big screen. A host of big- name international retailers www.dundrum.ie have set up shop in Dundrum, and in many cases have based their flagship stores on this site. Some of the more recognisable brands include House of Fraser, Harvey Nichols, H&M, Gap and Dune. Perhaps you’re not after clothing, and instead are in the hunt for the latest gadget. Elsewhere, there are toy shops, gift shops, chocolatiers, homeware outlets and even a medical centre – just in case you literally shop till you drop.

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BROWN THOMAS

The Brown Thomas shopping complex, located on Grafton Street in the heart of the capital, delivers an excellent retail experience. The cutting- edge retailer’s flagship store is home to a dizzying array of designer brands, and is a major draw with international visitors. Whether you’re interested in high-end menswear, womenswear, beauty, homeware or accessories, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for in this ultra-modern luxury lifestyle store. The merchandise that is showcased at Brown Thomas reads like a who’s who of international designers. Calvin Klein, 88 - 95 Grafton Street, Dublin Armani, Jimmy Choo, Paul 01 605 6666 Smith, Givenchy and Cartier [email protected] are just a few of the sought- after labels whose fragrances, clothing and jewellery occupy retail space within the complex. Moreover, acclaimed French restaurateur Patrick Guilbaud has recently designed an updated menu for the store’s main restaurant on the third floor. Moreover, the selection of cuisine and wines is second-to- none, while the service is first class. The perfect place to visit when you’re in the market for www.brownthomas.com something extra special, Brown Thomas is worthy of its five-star reputation. www.theentertainmentguide.ie 51 Dublin 2020/21

BLANCHARDS TOWN CENTRE

For all your retail needs, head along to Blanchardstown Shopping Centre on the outskirts of Dublin. Home to 180 shops, four department stores, three retail parks and 25 restaurants, this super-sized complex is among Ireland’s most popular shopping meccas. A multitude of High Street giants make browsing Blanchardstown a pleasure. In addition to Debenhams, Marks & Spencer and French Connection, such brands as Topshop, River Island, Zara and H&M are located under the one roof. The retail parks that ring the centre, meanwhile, comprise various homeware and electrical outlets, among them Harvey Norman, DFS, Currys/PC World and Woodies Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 DIY. While hitting the shops can often be a stressful 01 822 1356 experience, the free parking is [email protected] an undeniable positive. Slide into one of the 7,000 spaces then descend on the mall. When you’ve finished your spree, drop into the food court for a pick-me-up coffee or slap- up meal. There’s no shortage of options, from Nando’s and Wagamama to McDonald’s, KFC and Milano. A nine-screen Odeon cinema complex, complete with ISense theatre, even gives you the opportunity to kick back and catch a flick. www.blanchardstowncentre.ie Blanchardstown is shopping made easy.

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GEORGES STREET ARCADE

Ireland’s first ever purpose- built shopping centre, George’s Street Arcade also happens to be one of the oldest retail areas in Europe. Located in the beating heart of Dublin city centre, five minutes from Temple Bar, this iconic enclosed Victorian market gives shoppers the chance to enjoy an altogether different browsing experience than those offered by sterile glass-and-steel South Great George’s Street complexes. While undoubtedly functional, the latter’s facilities Dublin 2 don’t have the same emotional 01 283 6077 impact as George’s Street Arcade with its quirky gift shops, fortune tellers, vintage clothing stores, coin dealers, jewellers, antique bookstores and craft stalls. From the moment you approach the redbrick arcade to the moment you leave, you’ll be overcome with a sense of history; an appreciation for the market that has stood in place since 1876. Over 40 independent retailers call the arcade home, with each contributing to its welcome hubbub, a vibrancy which few shopping centres can replicate. Popular with locals and tourists alike, the arcade is the ideal place to pick up a bespoke gift, whether for a birthday present or anniversary. If you’re craving a unique retail experience, www.georgesstreetarcade.ie George’s Street Arcade is where it’s at.

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HOLLISTER

Hollister is a familiar name on any a high street, not least due to the immense popularity of this Californian casual wear brand. Their store on Sandyford Road has conveniently long opening hours of 9am to 9pm on weekdays, 9am to 7pm on Saturdays and 10am to 7pm on Sundays, allowing you leisurely time to shop after work. Browse guys, girls and kids clothes in this relaxing and trendy environment. Hollister is easy to spot in the Dundrum Shopping Centre, with an oriental beach shack style exterior and two easy chairs in the entrance, making for a super welcoming feature. Hollister features cool design throughout Dundrum Town Centre and high quality, durable clothing that’s stylish, Sandyford Road, Dublin 14 practical and comfortable to wear. There are also 01 216 5004 price slashing sales at regular intervals, featuring wallet-friendly bargains that offer you more for less. The customer service is top notch too. Take www.hollisterco.com a trip to Hollister and see what’s in store. FALLON & BYNRE

If you love food and wine then Fallon & Byrne is for you, a restaurant, wine bar and food hall under one roof. It’s a culinary heaven where you can choose whether you prefer to be served, or to take the gastro delights away with you to enjoy at home. The food hall is a feast for the eyes as much as the taste buds, brimming with colourful, exotic and carefully procured produce, beautifully displayed. The wine cellar boasts over 600 wines and, serving light snacks, is an ideal location to unwind after work and catch up with friends. Dine in the restaurant, a convivial hotspot, offering slow cooked meals using produce from land and sea. If you have a special event, Fallon & Byrne can take care of the catering in your home or 11 -17 Exchequer Street, Dublin 2 office or you can hold it on the premises, in the 01 472 1010 height of sophistication and charm. www.fallonandbyrne.com

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POWERSCOURT CENTRE

Located just off Dublin’s iconic Grafton Street, in the heart of city, Powerscourt Townhouse Centre offers a thoroughly dynamic shopping experience. Home to over 40 shops and restaurants, the centre showcases products of all description. This is where you’ll find high-end fashion and contemporary homeware, arts and crafts and beauty boutiques. Occupying an elegant Georgian townhouse and courtyard, the former residence of Lord Powerscourt gives visitors the opportunity to browse the shops while surrounded by architectural splendour. Moreover, there are hair and beauty salons, gift shops, florists, jewellers and several stores specialising in unique Irish-made goods. The greatest density of shops, however, is reserved for fashion, with popular chains including French Connection, Knightsbridge Boutique and Jennifer Rothwell. Courtville Antiques, for its part, sells gorgeous Victorian or Art Deco jewellery, while Monte Cristo offers an abundance of eclectic products, collectibles, pictures and vintage clothing 59 South William Street, Dublin 2 among them. On the top floor, Powerscourt Theatre – billed as 01 679 4144 Dublin’s biggest little theatre – www.powerscourtcentre.ie gives you the chance to enjoy a play. Drop in to see what all the fuss is about.

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