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Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Irish Independent
Lucinda O'Sullivan's restaurant review: You'll feel on top of the world with Asian bites and cocktails galore in this rooftop bar
With the sun streaming down and summer in the air, our critic was on the terrace atop the five-star Anantara The Marker on Dublin's Grand Canal Quay Isn't there just something eternally and ethereally exciting about dining al fresco on a glamorous terrace in the sunshine? Here, however, the very notion tends to bring out an excessive frivolousness in our Celtic beings, probably because we're dining in the dark for the rest of the year. 'Ne'er cast a clout till May be out' may well be the old saying, but we're a hardy lot and from April onwards, no sooner is there a hint of sun shining down on our still cold patch of Earth, than the Trump-like false tans are lashed on, with ladies of all ages baring as much as is decent, and then some, while men with knobbly knees strut their stuff in sexless shorts, socks and wonky Panama hats, thinking they're Brad Pitt. Our continental cousins are so used to al fresco living, they take it all for granted, and rather than ever looking like day-trippers, both the female and the male of the species always seem to look so effortlessly soigné, as they sip a Campari spritz or Negroni while picking from perfect plates of fritto misto on the terraces of the Riviera or overlooking the Venetian Grand Canal.
Irish Examiner
10-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Desire Lines: Trendy jewellery in Cork, a stylish rooftop bar, and our drink of the summer
The jewellery Lynott jewellery's best-selling pieces — including engraving, fingerprint and handwriting designs — have launched in Brown Thomas Cork. The trend-focused brand, founded by 28-year-old Lauren McDonald, prides itself on being affordable, with prices starting at just €15, and is frequently sported by some of the country's top influencers, including Charleen Murphy and Ashley Keogh. The Cork location will offer the same-day service available in its four other locations across Brown Thomas and Arnotts. A personalised shopping experience and a one-of-a-kind gift. What's not to love? The rooftop bar The new rooftop bar at Anantara The Marker With the sunshine back in the sky, it's the perfect time to check out Dublin's latest rooftop offering. Anantara The Marker has just opened its stylish new space with a seasonal new food and drinks menu curated by head chef Gareth Mullins. Whether you're looking for a glass of champagne and oysters, or a mojito and a spice bag, the delightful food and drinks menu caters for all parties. You'll struggle to get as dynamic a venue of Dublin city anywhere else. The drink We've found the spirit we'll be sipping this summer and it's handcrafted in Cork. Handcrafted in small batches, Rebel City Distillery's new Maharani Pomelo Vodka, €32, is distilled by master distiller Robert Barrett using sun-dried pomelo peels from the Western Ghats in India — which is where co-founder Bhagya Barrett was raised. We tried ours with grapefruit soda, and it tasted just like summer. They also announced a new spirit school at the distillery starting next month, where visitors can make their own gin inside the former Ford factory building on the Marina. The white tee Every wardrobe needs a staple white T-shirt, and we are always on the hunt for our perfect match. We may have found it in Dunnes Stores' Ultimate T-Shirt. Crafted from a heavyweight interlock cotton, it's straight fit with a crew neck and short sleeves is perfect for everyday wear. The best part? It's just €8. The festival hike As official charity partner of Beyond the Pale, Dublin Simon Community is inviting music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts to sign-up for a scenic 18km hike through the Wicklow Way on June 13. The exclusive hike, Beyond the Trail, starts at Marlay Park in Dublin and will lead participants directly to the celebrated boutique festival in Glendalough while supporting the work of Dublin Simon Community and those experiencing homelessness. Participants are asked to raise a minimum of €350 by May 31 to secure their place. In exchange, you'll receive a weekend camping ticket to Beyond the Pale, fast-track entrance to the festival site, refuelling stations along the route, and bag transport to the festival. Sign up at The make-up remover Nivea's serum-infused micellar water is our go-to for quick and effective make-up removal. With no rubbing, and therefore no damage to the skin, the Skin Glow Serum Infused variety is a welcome enhancement for summer. RRP €10, but you'll frequently find it half-price in your local supermarket. The book A woman goes to register the birth name of her son. There are three names she can choose from. Whichever name is chosen will change the lives of the family forever. Three names, three lives. Florence Knapp's The Names, published by Phoenix, should be your summer read. €17.99. Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger, weekend@
Irish Times
21-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
First Look: The Rooftop Bar cocktail and dining area at The Marker – the place to be when the sun sets
A shoulder-high glass wall wraps around the Rooftop Bar at luxury hotel Anantara The Marker in the Dublin docklands . From the seventh floor, the vista takes in Dún Laoghaire, the Wicklow Mountains, the curves of the Aviva Stadium and the iconic Poolbeg chimneys. Ludo de Jong, general manager and Dutchman who has lived in Ireland for nearly a year, and Gareth Mullins, long time executive head chef are two of the driving forces behind the revamped Rooftop Bar. The rooftop is split into outdoor and indoor areas. Outdoors can accommodate about 100 guests across a variety of different seating styles, ranging from low-slung wood-framed couches under awnings, standard wicker chairs more suitable for dining, deep-cushioned bamboo armchairs and finally, beanbag loungers around the firepit. When I suggest that they might be challenging after a few drinks, de Jong jokes, 'Our service is so good, we'll lift you right out of them.' The Rooftop Bar The glass front can be opened The glass-walled indoor area seats 30 people in a more traditional restaurant space with a mix of high table and banquette seating, all in an elegant neutral and wood-coloured palette, enlivened by splashes of colour here and there. The large south-facing glass front can open back fully in good weather, while power outlets are available under the banquette seating. READ MORE De Jong says the Anantara hotel group was founded by American-born Thai businessman Bill Heinecke, so they have drawn on that Thai influence for the cocktail and food menu. Ludo de Jong with the Rooftop's signature cocktails 'We have some very nice cocktails with storylines behind them that connect to our Thai heritage, but will be enjoyed in Dublin surroundings with an Irish touch.' The cocktail menu was developed by head bartender Antonio Perez and features a range of signature cocktails, with prices starting from €18 (€12 for non-alcoholic). Drinks include Elephants: Love and Bananas, a bourbon-based cocktail inspired by elephant conservation in Thailand and making clever use of leftover banana skins from the hotel. Storm in Bangkok gently tingles with Sichuan pepper before easing into fresh flavours of galangal and Kaffir lime. However, it's the complex mocktail Leo's Harvest that really stands out, with tart cherries and apple, finished with smoky Lapsang Souchong tea. Preparing cocktails at the Rooftop Khanom Chan, Umami Kintsugi and Petrichor cocktails with Flaggy Shore oysters The menu also has a range of classic cocktails, spritzes, champagnes –including house favourite Ayala, plus wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks. [ Sea Shanty review: Quietly rewriting the rules of seafood in south Dublin Opens in new window ] As executive head chef, Mullins is excited to have a new restaurant in the hotel. Gareth Mullins, executive head chef 'It's important to us that each of our food and beverage outlets in the hotel has its own identity. Forbes Street, our main restaurant, is a celebration of Irish produce, but The Rooftop is completely different. I lived and cooked in Australia for seven years and developing this menu has taken me right back to that time. The whole kitchen team has been energised by getting a chance to work with new ingredients.' The menu originated with only Thai dishes, but as Mullins and team developed and tweaked it, things took on a more pan-Asian influence. It is a menu designed to complement the cocktails, perfect for grazing and sharing. 'It's not a structured service; the dishes will come from the kitchen when ready. I'm delighted to have a small kitchen up here with one to two chefs on duty for our guests.' In addition to the new kitchen, there are plans to add a herb garden and beehives, allowing the hotel to serve its own produce to guests. Mullins is especially proud of dishes such as the hand-dived scallops, seared Irish Wagyu teriyaki and 'spicebag' potatoes. 'The scallops are served with an incredible oxtail-infused soy sauce from Japan, Flaggy Shore oysters come with a Thai nahm Jim, while the Spicebag potatoes are our tribute to Dublin.' De Jong and Mullins both identify the crispy gochujang chicken as their favourite dish. Prices range from €8 to €24. Flaggy Shore oysters A selection of dishes from the Rooftop 'We've already had a lot of interest from our local corporate customers who tend to come here on Wednesdays and Thursdays. From Friday onwards, the mix is more locals, tourists and of course, our residents,' says de Jong. The Rooftop Bar is fully and partially available for private hire, with a modified version of the main menu on offer. 'When the sun sets, with that orange glow throughout the sky, it's the best place to be,' says de Jong. The Rooftop is open from 5pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3pm Fridays and Saturdays and from 1pm on Sundays. From June it will be open seven days a week with extended hours on select days.
