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Waxing lyrical about Greek wines

Posted on March 26, 2015 by brid2013

We recently travelled to Prowein and Vinitaly Wine Fairs to ‘recruit’ some new wines to expand, improve and freshen up our wine portfolio. One of the highlights for me was meeting the Sales Mng from Estate Argyros a top producer … Continue reading →

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This little piggy went to the Market…

Posted on August 28, 2014 by brid2013

Six Course Dinner with Matching wines €75.00… We are delighted to be hosting a 6 course ‘Nose to Tail’ Dining Experience with JP McMahon who runs Cava Bodega, Aniar (Michelin Star Restaurant) and Eat Gastropub in Galway . The event will … Continue reading →

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What to drink with Charcuterie…??

Posted on February 28, 2014 by brid2013

So many restaurants and wine bars now offer a charcuterie or cheese platter, and what could be nicer than a sharing platter of lovely artisan products, with a couple of glasses of wine? But, what to match with those various … Continue reading →

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Looking to match wines with Cheese & Chocolate?

Posted on December 11, 2013 by brid2013

At Honest2Goodness Cafe, we recently hosted an evening of Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting, where 50 enthusiasts gathered to taste, savour and enjoy combinations of these three wonderful products. These were our recommendations on the night, which all went down … Continue reading →

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Wine duty increase

Posted on November 6, 2013 by brid2013

At midnight 15th of October 2013, 50c was added to the tax on a bottle of wine, less than a year after a previous increase of €1 was added to the costs. The 2012 increase represents a 41% increase in … Continue reading →

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Cava – 3 reasons to be cheerful!

Posted on October 4, 2013 by brid2013

‘CAVA: Traditionally made Spanish sparkling wines (using methods similar to Champagne). The Cavas imported by Honest2Goodness are from a company called Dominio de la Vega in the region of Utiel-Requena, close to Valencia.’ The word ‘Cava’ is peppering a few … Continue reading →

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Choosing Barbeque Wines – 9 great Tips & some recommendations

Posted on August 15, 2013 by brid2013

Yes, it is raining as this is being written (15th August), but there is a prediction that the weather will improve again for the rest of the month, so be prepared! Ask your local wine merchant for advice. Most local … Continue reading →

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H2G Wines

Posted on June 14, 2013 by brid2013

At H2G we are mad about food and totally into wine, and put the two together and we are even more enthusiastic – if that were possible! We are a brother (Colm) and sister (Brid) team, officially called Honest2Goodness, and … Continue reading →

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“Wine is…

Posted on June 13, 2013 by brid2013

“Wine is the most healthful and most hygienic of beverages.” ― Louis Pasteur

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