BACON AND CABBAGE SOUP
A simple, chunky soup. Pairs well with soda bread or Guinness bread. Serves four. 250g bacon, diced 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 can diced tomatoes with juice 1 cup chicken stock, or as needed Salt and black pepper
DUBLIN CODDLE
Legend has it that this sausage and potato stew was left on the stove to ‘coddle’, while some family members were out sinking pints rather than sitting at the dinner table. Serves four. 8 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 2.5cm
BEEF, MUSHROOM AND GUINNESS PIE
This pie combines tender, savory beef, earthy mushrooms, and the rich depth of Guinness, all encased in a buttery, flaky pastry, making it a hearty and flavourful comfort food. Serves six. olive oil 500g cubed beef stew meat 2 slices
IRISH STEW
Traditionally made with lamb, this hearty stew is easy to prepare and is cooked slowly to bring out the flavours. There are many variations on this recipe, which can also include Worcestershire sauce, beef or chicken stock and other fresh
MERIVALE PRECINCT PLANS FOR A MELBOURNE CARPARK
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BARRIER REEF ON A NEW WAVE
The historic Barrier Reef Hotel in Cairns has resumed the game, under new owners, returning a near-full-time watering hole to the capital of FNQ. Image: Barrier Reef Hotel website Established back in 1898 as the Empire Hotel, the current two
GLADSTONE’S REVIVAL: NEW OWNER BRINGS A FRESH FAMILY FOCUS
Newcastle’s Gladstone Hotel aims to re-open in May this year, with a new private owner at the helm. Plans for the heritage-listed Stockton venue include the hotel becoming more family friendly, with the aim of creating a community hub. The
INSOLVENCIES SPIKE AS SUMMER SETS
Marking the cold end to fervent and optimistic summer trade, the month of February saw a succession of insolvencies and sorry locals. Early in the month Newcastle pub The Edwards closed without warning, leaving patrons shocked and upcoming event bookings
GAMING EXPO TO BEGIN IN BRISBANE
The Australasian Hospitality and Gaming Expo (AHG) will begin in two weeks and gaming manufacturers IGT and Ainsworth are pumped to show off the new wares. Set to take place in the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre 12-13 March, the
AVC SERVES UP FRESH LOOKS IN SEQ
Australian Venue Co continues to invest in venue improvements, this month revealing further refreshed looks for two of its Queensland pubs. North Brisbane’s Everton Park Hotel is the most recent overhaul, now boasting a sunny beer garden with its own
