Блог Ireland.RU11 Unique Barrel-Finished Irish Whiskeys to Drink Right Now
From apricot-brandy casks to ex-Pinot Noir barrels, these uniquely finished Irish Whiskeys are perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day and beyond. Irish whiskey has always been a popular option for fans of brown spirits, but recently, it seems, the range of deeply exciting options has increased exponentially. Producers all over Ireland are not just experimenting with the […]
How a Russian revolutionary brought fish ‘n’ chips to Ireland
After surviving the failed 1905 uprising, a mutinous Russian sailor moved to Ireland and brought the taste of the sea with him. The Irish are crazy about the salt-and-vinegar doused bliss of fish ‘n’ chips. You might think the delightful dish was brought to Dublin by the English. In fact, the recipe was popularized by […]
Семнадцатое мая — день Святого Патрика
Мы подготовили семь фактов об этом дне и очень надеемся, что они окажутся интересными. День Святого Патрика, покровителя Ирландии, давно уже стал международным. Празднуется он в выходной, максимально приближенный к указанной дате. Факт первый. Поначалу праздник был безалкогольным, он приходился на Великий Пост, и некоторое время в Ирландии в этот день специально запрещалось торговать спиртным. […]
Colcannon
In this traditional Irish dish, potatoes are mashed with cabbage and leeks, then browned under a broiler and served as an accompaniment to lamb. A well of melted butter in the center adds a finishing touch. Ingradients 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes 1 savoy cabbage, trimmed, pale-green leaves finely shredded (4 cups) 1 leek, pale-green […]
11 Stylish And Delicious Dublin Restaurants For A Weekend Treat
For our money, there’s no better night out that rounding up the soundest of your mates and catching up over a feast of unreal food and some cocktails. We’ll be celebrating payday with a trip to one of these spots… Luna This is a great choice if you’re looking for something a little different and the €30 […]
10 Irish Towns You Must Visit Before You Die
Ireland is known as the land of beautiful and dramatic landscapes that are complemented by the colourful and uniquely designed buildings in its towns and villages. When you visit Ireland, you want to get immersed in the true Irish culture through its people and their dwellings. Here are towns that will present you with Irish […]
Irish Influences on English
I have some interesting ways that Irish English differs from American English and some words and phrases that have Irish origins. Himself and Herself: The Important People I’ve talked in the past about how to properly use the word “myself.” In American English, it’s considered wrong to use it in the object position—to say something like “Bring […]
How to Speak English Like the Irish
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! To help you get closer to your Irish heritage or simply celebrate as if you were Irish, I’ve asked Benny Lewis to help us speak English like the Irish. How to Speak English Like the Irish Benny is an Irish polyglot I met at BlogWorld who travels the globe while helping people learn […]
Essential Irish Whiskeys For Your Liquor Cabinet
Jameson Jameson is up there with Jack Daniel’s, Jim Beam, and Johnnie Walker as the best-known names in whiskey. It’s everything you want in a go-to bottle—reliable, drinkable, at every pub and dive bar the world over. Pair it with a pint, mix it with ginger beer, pour it into an Irish coffee; there’s not really […]
How Many Calories Are in a Guinness?
Looking for a low-calorie beer that actually has some flavor? Don’t look for something with “Light” in the title (or “Lite”). Direct your gaze to the Guinness. That’s right. Ireland’s most popular export has a lot fewer calories than you’d think for a beer that’s so dark and creamy: 125 calories in a Guinness Draught, […]