Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Gets GREEN Light Organisers have confirmed that the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival will take place over the bank holiday weekend from October 22nd-25th 2021. The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, one of the biggest and longest running events on the Irish music calendar, has been given the green light to go ahead …
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After Work Activities
It’s time to Clock Out & Head Out Are you staying in Cork for business? Or simply want some ideas for you and your team mates to enjoy after a day of brainstorming? We have collected a few ideas of some great things to do & see in Cork after your day of work. …
Outdoor Dining in Cork
The Best Outdoor & Scenic Dining in Cork While indoor dining slowly returns, during the summer Cork embraced outdoor dining like never before. As garden terraces & rooftop scenes became the settings to enjoy our favourite food & drink, we began do embrace outdoor dining. At The Metropole Hotel, we have created a list of …
Explore Cork Outdoors
The Best Outdoor Experiences and Activities in Cork An Outdoors Summer is fully in swing at the moment; from scenic walks to sailing along the sea, Cork is bursting with outstanding outdoor adventures. As we begin August and Autumn beings to sneak in, make sure you squeeze in some of these outdoor experiences and activities …
Fall in Love With… Cork Food & Drink
The best food & drink experiences in Cork When you look at Cork’s food and drink experiences, it’s no wonder that it’s considered the food capital of Ireland. From passionate world-renowned producers, bustling restaurants & bars, colourful cafés & markets, Cork is a foodie paradise! We have created a list of some of the food …
48 hours in Cork – Our 2 Day Itinerary for Cork City & Beyond
48 hours in Cork – Our 2 Day Itinerary for Cork City & Beyond Filled with compelling history, stunning art work and some of best restaurants & bars in the country, a weekend away to Cork is a perfect option for a staycation this summer. We have selected some of our favourite things to do …
Staycation in Cork – Our 3 Day Itinerary for Cork City & Beyond
It’s hard to try and squeeze everything Cork has to offer in a few days but we have put together a handy travel guide with everything you need for a 3 day staycation in ‘Real Capital of Ireland’. From enjoying the sights & sounds of the city, to kissing the Blarney Stone, to visiting …
Culture Edit | Play It By Ear
Culture Edit | Play It By Ear In this month’s Culture Edit, we recommend a virtual trip to the theatre withThe Everyman Cork. Enjoy a slice of theatre at home with their brand new MADE IN CORK: PLAY IT BY EAR series If you are missing the glamour and atmosphere, recreate it at home this …
Pancake Recipe for Pancake Tuesday
Flipping Amazing Pancakes For us, the best pancakes to have on Pancake Tuesday are the soufflé pancakes. Light, fluffy and oh so delicious, these do take a little more time than the traditional pancakes, but they are worth it! Served warm, straight from the pan with your choice of toppings, nothing can beat them! See …
Spaghetti Puttanesca {Recipe}
Spaghetti Puttanesca {Recipe} There’s a fierce nip in the air this January. Chef Trevor has shared his warm and comforting recipe for Spaghetti Puttanesca for you to enjoy at home in the chilly evenings before we begin to wave in the Spring! Spaghetti Puttanesca Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 2 large garlic cloves, thinly …