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ON THE SUNIL SIDE OF THE STREET It takes real gum
ption to kick start a new venture in the face of some of the most difficult trading times this city’s food scene has ever seen, but intrepid folk like Sunil Ghai give us hope. The chef/founder of Pickle in Camden Street recently opened Street Restaurant on Bird Avenue in Clonskeagh and, in keeping with Ghai’s previous ventures, the delicious menu on offer has been imbued with his trade-mark spirit of inventive authenticity. Initially available on a delivery and take-away basis only, the menu features a symphony of spices, flavours and dishes inspired by the street food culture of Ghai’s Indian homeland. There’s also a thoughtful selection of produce for sale, and shoppers can look forward to picking up Sunil’s own homemade pickles, chutneys and freshly ground spices, as well as local organic vegetables and a selection of free-range meats sourced from Street’s suppliers. We’re also told that plans are afoot to open for lunch as soon as circumstances allow. 4pm Monday-Sunday. Closed Tuesdays. Food orders: info@streetrestaurant.ie BITESIZE Martina Murray OYSTERS AT THE SHELLO NEW LOOK FOR JAIPUR IN DALKEY We’re loving the new-look Jaipur in Dalkey, which now boasts a stunning collection of artwork to go with the beautifully presented food on the menu. Owner Asheesh Dewan took advantage of the recent hiatus to organize a spacious new layout complete with a refreshing refurb at the Castle Street restaurant. They also availed of the opportunity to revamp the menu, under the careful stewardship of chef Sanesh Jospeh. Regulars will be delighted to know that the much-loved Hugh Leonard’s Butter Chicken retains its popular place on the menu, alongside exotic new dishes such as Memsahib’s Rara Goat. Jaipur.ie/dalkey The Shelbourne Hotel has put together a fancy-dan offering designed to tempt Dublin’s diners back into town this month. The accommodating Stephen’s Green hostelry has teamed up with Champagne house Laurent Perrier for a sparkling start to Oyster Season, with a selection of daily specials showcasing some of the finest natural produce the Irish coastline has to offer. Celebratory food and drink pairings include half a dozen delicious oysters with two glasses of Laurent Perrier for €50, while every bottle of Laurent Perrier ordered throughout September comes served with six complimentary oysters. Newbies are also well catered for, with three unique Oyster Experiences designed to appeal to those who fancy their first taste of the fishy pearl. Featuring a single oyster with an accompanying drink, beginner options include a coastal oyster served with a mini Guinness, an oyster from Dungarvan alongside a mini Bloody Mary or a Carlingford oyster accompanied by a glass of Laurent Perrier. Meanwhile those who prefer their oysters served old school can enjoy six of the finest served au naturel in time-honoured tradition with a creamy pint of Guinness. Available daily throughout September in the newly refurbished No. 27 The Shelbourne Bar. TheShelbourne.com VILLAGE BUTCHER IN RANELAGH We’ve been avidly following progress at the Village Butcher as they moved locations this summer, and we’re delighted to report that the lights are firmly on at their new shop in Ranelagh. They recently installed a Himalayan Salt wall in their dry age chamber, while the names of a veritable ‘who’s who’ of some of the best Irish suppliers in the business are displayed on the supplier’s list designed by local man Darragh Mulryan. In addition to a mouthwatering selection of wagyu beef, they also carry Thornhill Duck, free range pork from artisan producers Andarl farm and sausages from FX Buckley and Rick Higgins. There’s also free local delivery to anyone over seventy concerned about venturing out. thevillagebutcher.ie 44