Ginger syrup ingredients: 1 inch fresh ginger ½ cup/100g caster sugar ½ cup/100g brown sugar 1 cup water (you essentially want a 1:1 ratio of sugar to water) Roughly chop or grate the ginger. Add all ingredients to a … Continue reading Ginger whiskey sour recipe Recipe by Mac Keller and Coco Goran
“Some of us may be ready for peppermint hot chocolates and mulled wine, but I personally reject the Christmas spirit, and am determined to hold onto autumn a little while longer. One way I’m doing this is by making myself … Continue reading Comfort Cocktails for Late Autumn
“This essential part of my routine makes my mornings brighter and connects me to my community, no matter where in the world I am.” Some (needed) context When I first moved to Dublin last year, my first order of business … Continue reading A guide to coffee in Dublin Some of the best places to kick start your day!
Illustration by Lola Fleming. Originally published in print March 2021. I live in a house full of avid Guinness fans. As a monument to the depth of our appreciation for the Black Stuff, we currently have a wall of cans … Continue reading Now We’re Cooking (with Guinness) From savoury to sweet, here are a few creative ways to cook with your favourite pint
Originally published in print February 2021. Even though humanity is suffering through a plague, the traditional order of nature is still working as it should, bringing the bountiful array of foragable and harvestable fruit of the seasons with it. In … Continue reading From Branch to Bottle: A Beginner’s Guide to Homebrewing
John McKenna is one of Ireland’s leading food writers. He and his wife, Sally, are known for their guide of Ireland’s best 100 restaurants, which is published annually. They have co-authored a new cookbook, Milk, which aims to promote Irish … Continue reading An Interview With John McKenna Fiachra Kelleher interviews John McKenna, one of Ireland’s leading food writers. McKenna and his partner Sally have co-authored a new cookbook, Milk, which aims to promote Irish dairy.
While Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown means you can’t attend parties this Halloween, the TN2 food section has you covered with recipes for seasonal beverages you can enjoy with your flatmates or family. Spooky Punch Locate some silicone gloves. … Continue reading Name Your Poison: TN2’s Guide to Halloween Drinks
Both the student budget, and general convenience, mean the likelihood is that the internet will be your first point of call when learning how to cook, rather than dropping money on recipe books. There are countless YouTube channels dedicated … Continue reading TN2’s Declassified YouTube Cooking Channel Survival Guide
BEST STUDENT MOCKTAILS: For some of the best student mocktails in Dublin, there’s a surprising amount of availability in places you probably already know. The Porterhouse on Nassau Street (and the busier sister branch in Templebar, which I’ve never personally … Continue reading That’s the Tee: A Guide to a No-Alcohol Night Out in Dublin Originally published in print March 2020
A Book: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig is a probing philosophical essay wrapped up neatly in a story about a father and son travelling across America by motorbike. This book will resonate in your mind … Continue reading A Book, A Nook, A Cup — Eze
The first of a series of articles dedicated to reading, exploring and drinking, I’m taking a look at what the French Riviera has to offer bookworms. In each article we will choose a book, a nice place to read it and a … Continue reading A Book, A Nook, A Cup — on the French Riviera
Here is your guide to the best restaurants, bars, vegetarian food and desserts in Dublin. Continue reading Dublin Food & Drink Guide