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BEST OF… december BEST RECORD STORE TOWER RECORDS
BEST DRINKING SPOT THE TAPHOUSE Tower Records is Ireland’s largest Independent Record Store with two stores in the heart of Dublin city. They are the proud stockists of Ireland’s largest vinyl selections. Their DVD and Blu ray sections stock a huge choice of film & TV and they hold a massive selection of CDs across many genres, including the only extensive range of classical music in Ireland. 7 Dawson Street, D2/The Eason’s Building, 40 Lower O’Connell Street, D1 01-6713250 www.towerrecords.ie Whether it’s an after-work drink, work lunch or weekend brunch, the TapHouse has you covered. Choose from a selection of craft beers, fine wines or their delicious signature cocktails. It’s a great spot for sharing dishes with their really well-flavoured and generous portions. They also have a lovely outdoor terrace upstairs and more seating, ideal for private events! Check them @taphousedublin . Stop in - you’ll be glad you did! 60 Ranelagh, Dublin 6 01-491 3436 @taphousedublin info@thetaphouse.ie www.taphouse.ie BEST GIFT - GIVE THE GIFT OF GAEILGE! GAEL LINN Since its foundation over 65 years ago, Gael Linn has been serving the needs of adult learners of Irish. We offer courses from total beginner level upwards. The courses are based on current best practice in adult language teaching and are delivered by qualified teachers. Courses are run at our central location in Dublin during the year and in the Donegal Gaeltacht during the summer. Special courses can be provided to cater for specific needs. Give Gaeilge a go in 2020! 35 Dame Street Dublin 2 01 675 1200 eolas@gael-linn.ie www.gael-linn.ie BEST INDIAN BEST YOGA INDIE SPICE GRILL Indie Spice Grill is a contemporary reflection of the eclectic and diverse history of Indian cuisine. Warm and welcoming, accessible and exceptional, their melting pot of Indian influences are centre-stage at their theatre of fine dining. They follow a long tradition of serving only the freshest food and exceeding customer satisfaction. Indie creates an exceptional spectacle because of their dedicated chefs that make every meal a taste sensation. Their delectable food selections and top notch service keep patrons coming back for more. Delivery also available. www.indiespicegrill.ie SWORDS, Burgundy House, Forster Way SANDYMOUNT, 23-24 Sandymount Green, D4 NAAS, 3 New Row, Co. Kildare BELFAST, 159 Stranmillis Rd www.indiespicegrill.ie DUBLIN CITY HOT YOGA Just minutes away from St.Stephens green and Grafton street, DCHY specialises in hot yoga. Warm your bones, stretch your muscles and sweat out everything you no longer need. We have multiple classes 7 days a week. Our classes include the original hot yoga Bikram series, heated hatha flow, non-heated yin yoga and also courses and workshops in acro-yoga and arm- balancing. Classes are suitable for all levels and beginners are welcome. Come check us out and try one month of unlimited yoga for just €69. Christmas gift vouchers available - give the gift of yoga! 56/58 Drury Street 2nd Floor Dublin 2 087 417 6061 www.dublincityhotyoga.com BEST DELICACY Miena’s Handmade Nougat Miena’s Handmade Nougat is just divine and melts in the mouth. Their exquisite Irish made Nougat is made in County Wicklow in the Glen of Imaal. Crafted for Dunnes Stores nationwide, you’ll find Miena’s as part of their ‘Simply Better’ collection. Hand-made in small batches, their wonderful selection includes 3 delicious varieties: Award Winning Almond & Fig, Award Winning Almond & Pistachio and their NEW Coconut, Raspberry & Orange, all individually wrapped for you to enjoy and share. All her products are coeliac friendly. Now producing for Harrods! Check out Miena’s website for a full list of outlets that stock Miena’s or buy online! info@mienas.ie @Mienashandmadenougat Twitter: Mienashandmadenougat