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In 2011, Ireland was the first country in Europe to celebrate Latvian Culture, and culture enthusiasts are continuing to promote the diverse and rich heritage of the country this weekend.

Latvian Culture Day is kicking of this Sunday, in Meeting House Square on East Essex Street with a huge festival paying homage to the nation.

Starting off with an opening ceremony at 12.30pm, festival goers will be introduced to the simple country cooking that Latvia is famous for.

Latvian traditional sourdough and rye bread, smoked meat and poultry, traditional pastries, sweets and herbal teas will all be on offer on the day.

The festival will also showcase handmade candles cosmetics, hand bags and jewellery which hail from the nation. 

There will also be traditional Latvian folk song and dance performances in national costume. 

33 groups from Ireland, UK, Latvia, Belgium will be in attendance, with guests from the Russian and Chinese communities in Ireland.

Feeling like up-skilling yourself?

There will also be a series of workshops, including traditional instrument making, games and food tastings, encouraging people to immerse themselves in Latvian culture.

It sounds like a pretty perfect way to spend a Sunday if you ask us.

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So, gin is definitely having a moment, with a number of gin festivals peppered throughout the summer events calendar. 

For those of us who are in the mood to try a brand new beverage, it could be time to opt for a delicious, warming rum.

Brewtonic

Rumbullion is the latest alcohol festival to hit Dublin, and the annual event is taking place this weekend from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 of April.

The fest is being organised by Brewtonic and will take place at Wigwam on Middle Abbey Street. 

And what's one of the best parts about this event?

Well, a free drink, obviously. 

If you click attending on the event's Facebook page to sign up to the event, the guys and gals over at Wigwam will sort you out with a free Cuba Libre on the night.

As well as the free beverage, there will be live music, a series of DJs, rum-related games, foodie adventures, and, of course, the chance to try loads of rums on the day. 

We'll see you there. 

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Dublin 8 is a historically rich and relevant area of the capital, and there is now a festival en route to celebrate the dynamic Dublin district. 

Culture Date with Dublin 8 is a new, family-friendly event based on the life of the area, and best of all, all activities and events will be free of charge. 

The event will be centred around Kilmainham and Inchicore, and will include the re-opening of the Goldenbridge Cemetery, tours of Kilmainham Gaol, and artistic occasions at the Irish Museum of Modern Art.

For anyone interested in the history of Irish women, there will be a number of once-off, bespoke guided tours of Kilmainham Gaol, including Women of the Gaol.

There will also be a concert to launch the re-opening of Goldenbridge Cemetery, featuring performances by the St. James’s Band and Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.

The touring installation Assembly will be stationed at Richmond Barracks, accompanied by a sound art installation remembering the 40,000 Irish people who died during the First World War.

There will be a number of workshops with various artists at IMMA, and free entry to all exhibits over the weekend.

'We’re really excited to launch the very first Culture Date with Dublin 8 festival and our aim for this year is to engage with the people who live and work in the area and to encourage them to explore what is on their doorstep,' said Grace McEvoy, Project Manager of Culture Date with Dublin 8.

'Dublin 8 is steeped in history and culture and we want to invite them to participate in our events across the weekend and celebrate all that makes Dublin 8 great!'

'Thousands of tourists visit this part of the city each week to see the leading cultural and historical attractions located there and this initiative is about encouraging local residents as well as the many visitors from afar to enjoy all of the amenities that are located in walking distance of one another.'

The festival is on May 14 and 15, and it is definitely not an event to be missed. 

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Love gin? 

Well apparently, so does the rest of the country, because there are a number of gin festivals being held on the Emerald Isle this summer. 

Here's a low down of all the best ones we have found:

1. Irish Gin & Tonic Festival

The Irish Gin & Tonic Festival is returning to Ireland this summer.

Running from June 25 to July 1, the nationwide celebration of some of Ireland’s best gin is back.

Any licensed bar, restaurant or hotel in Ireland can get involved by showcasing one of the many festival Irish gins served with a tonic of their choice for the week of the festival, and registration for the festival is free, so encourage your favourite bar to get involved.

2. Ginfusion

Ginfusion is coming to Dublin, and will be residing at the Bernard Shaw.

Celebrating and showcasing a host of different ways to enjoy the versatile beverage, the event will run across four days and nights on the June bank holiday weekend.

And best of all? Admission is FREE.

3. The Burren Slow Food Festival

So we all love gin, but we also have a penchant for cheese, and this festival brings the two together.

Taking place on May 12 to May 14, the festival promises to bring together food producers, chefs and writers for a weekend of talks, demonstrations and workshops. 

4. Ranelagh Gin Fest

If you have a hankering for gin ASAP and can't wait until summer, then the Ranelagh Gin Fest, on April 28 to May 1 could be for you. 

As well as being located in one of Dublin's most pleasant areas, the G&Ts at this festival are far from overpriced, at a very reasonable €6.00.

Hosted by The Hill pub, there are a number of delicious concoctions to try. 

 

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See you all there, G&T in (each) hand. 

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Taste of Dublin is back after it drew massive crowds last year for the amazing selction of quality food and drink vendors.

The food festival encourages attendees to create their own personalised taste experience by trying a little something from each vendor. 

The event returns to the Iveagh Gardens from June 15 to 18, spread over the four days.

 

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The participating restaurants and vendors will offer up a selection of their signature dishes, and there will also be live music and cooking demonstrations from celebrity cvhefs.

If you really want an indulgent experience, you can hit up the luxurious Tattinger champagne tent to relax with a glass of bubbly. 

Or, you can wander through the gorgeous gardens in pursuit of some of Dublin's most high quality taste experiences. 

 

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Tickets are currently on sale for the event, with standard tickets only €17.50.

There are also VIP and Corporate packages available.

We're getting excited just thinking about it! 

Feature image: Instagram / Taste of Dublin 2017

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So Ireland has gotten more than a little bit obsessed with gin, and now there is an entire festival dedicated to the stuff coming to the capital.

Ginfusion is coming to Dublin, and the G&T drenched drinks festival will be taking up residence at the Bernard Shaw.

Ginfusion / Facebook

Utilising both the Eatyard and Shawyard spaces, this festival promises great food, gin tastings, Djs, live music, workshops, pop-up markets, classes, cocktail bars, and, most importantly, the craic. 

The event will run across four days and nights across the June bank holiday weekend (so the prefect post-Forbidden Fruit jaunt?).

The festival sounds like the ultimate summer experience, and best of all, admission is FREE.

 

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There are no ticket sales or door fees, just rock up and enjoy the free flowing gin. 

Just make sure you get a bit of soakage in at one opf the food stalls first. 

So, while we have you here; don't forget to have your say in the inaugural SHEmazing Awards this May! It's time to vote, and you can do it right here!

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This year's Galway Food Festival is on the horizon, and it looks like it's set to be a delicious feast for culinary connoisseurs and food fans alike. 

The festival will run over the Easter weekend, from Thursday April 13 to Monday April 17.

"Galway is home to many different communities, both local and international. In an age of increased migration, we are witness to so many new people arriving in Galway bringing with them their own food culture."

"It is central that we marry these global cultures with our own in order a secure a brighter future for food," said the festival organisers. 

 

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Some of Galway's finest eateries are taking part in the foodie feast. 

Biteclub, Wa Cafe, Cava Bodega, Il Vicola and Anair will all be taking part.

A number of the city's cafes are also on board, including the ever-popular Coffeewerk + Press and Caprice. 

Over 100 food-based events will be happening over the weekend, all focused on the theme of food and community. 

“Community and food are so closely linked as every culture and community forms a large part of their identity through food whether during celebration, through tradition and history or simply daily dining rituals," said owner of Builín Blasta Café and Bakery in Spiddal, Heather Flaherty.

 

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There will also be wonderful food tours through the cobbled streets, discussing some of the city's finest home grown eateries and ingredients. 

It's always worth a road trip to Galway, and this festival is a little added incentive to head west for the Easter weekend. 

Oh, and while we have you; don't forget to have your say in the inaugural SHEmazing Awards this May! It's time to vote, and you can do it right here!

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Temperatures this weekend are set to hit 19 degrees, and there is no way we're going to let this fine weather pass us by.

There are plenty of amazing things to do in the capital and beyond while the sun is out.

Here are a few of our recommendations: 

5. Eatyard

If you haven't already had the chance to hit up Eatyard, then this weekend is the perfect opportunity.

The foodie festival has a vast range of delicious food stalls ready to be plundered, with everything from delicious sweet potato fries at Box Burger to the insanely poplar bubble waffles at Bubble Waffle Factory.

 

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4. Dine al fresco in the park 

Ireland has plenty of beautiful parks that are well worth a visit on a sunny weekend like this.

Grab a few nibbles from the supermarket and lay out a blanket to sunbathe, because this great weather isn't going anywhere. 

This is ideal if you have the misfortune of working this weekend, as lunching in the park is the perfect way to see a bit of sun, even if it is just for an hour.

 

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3. City Kayaking

City Kayaking Dublin gives sporting enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the river Liffey and see the entire city from a very unique vantage point. 

If you don't happen to be in the capital this weekend, there are plenty of other companies around Ireland that provide delightful kayaking experiences in rural rivers. 

 

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2. Pints. That's all. 

Park yourself at a comfortable table outside your favourite pub and people watch with your favourite drink in hand.

After all, when else do we get the opportunity to don a pair of sunglasses and drink in the sun? 

1. Head to the beach

This one is pretty obvious, but Ireland has so many beautiful beaches that don't get half as much use as they should thanks to our usually lacklustre weather. 

Bring the sun cream and some change for a 99 and you're all set. 

Feature image: Instagram / Ohreallysid

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What is it about Irish dads and their ability to turn your mood from neutral to THE HEIGHT OF STRESSED in two seconds flat?

They seem to exercise this power most often when the TV is involved, especially when you're just trying to binge-watch Orange Is The New Black in peace.

"Who's yer wan, at all? Is she off to a fancy dress party in that get-up? Why are there no MEN in this show?"

The folks over at The Irish Take have captured the intense annoyance of watching TV when your dad's in the room, with this epic video.

It's dubbed over a clip of Yvonne Connolly cooking on TV3's  Seven O'Clock Show, and it's pure genius (though a bit NSFW).

When you watch TV with your Dad……

Posted by The Irish Take on Wednesday, 23 March 2016

"She made a f**king b***cks of the kitchen altogether now, she's made a right f**king mess."

Yeah, cheers dad, you can go now. Seriously. GO.

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This week is St. Patrick's week (yes, it's a whole week now) so whether you're taking it easy and spending some time with family, or nursing a hangover on the couch, here is what's on this week:

Monday
Republic of Telly
RTE2 22:00

Yay – Republic of Telly is back on our screens tonight! Join Bernard and Kevin for some serious laughs and brilliant skits. What will Eamon do without Bridget though?!

Tuesday
St. Patrick’s Festival Highlights
RTÉ1 19:00

If you didn’t get to be at tomorrow’s festivities then catch them with Patrick McKenna and Sinead Kennedy tomorrow evening! All of the highlights and none of the crowds. Yay!

Wednesday
The 40 Year-Old Virgin
3e 22:00

Steve Carrell and Paul Rudd star in this comedy classic from 2005 (can you believe it’s ten years old?!) which sees Steve star as a 40 year-old virgin whose colleagues try to help him out with getting a date.

Thursday
Don’t Tell The Bride
RTE2 21:00

This week sees Nora plan her civil partnership to Kaitriona, but how will she feel about a casino theme and a second-hand dress…?!

Friday
The Graham Norton Show
BBC One 22:35

The season finale sees all of the guest highlights from the past year with the likes of Meryl Streep, Jennifer Aniston, One Direction and David Beckham all appearing as well as many more!
 

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