Megabytes by John & Sally McKenna February 2002
Struggle and Resistance!
Flags being raised by determined men is one of the most potent symbols
of struggle and resistance, but a casual trader's stall umbrellas being
lowered by Gardai as they impound foods is not the sort of symbol one
wishes to see in modern, food-loving Ireland.
The symbolism may have been lost on the Gardai who dismantled Toby Simmonds'
umbrellas and placed his olives behind bars, but for the crowd who watched
the events of January 11th in Bantry, West Cork, the symbolism of the
dismantling of the stall of the man who single-handedly has done more
to invigorate or market culture was rather difficult to swallow: see
our story and photographic report.
Elsewhere there is good food loving news; yards of chocolate (well,
metres, actually) a pair of hot new Dublin restaurants are appraised;
we have an insider's tour of the ethnic delights of Portobello, and
introduce you to some interesting wines. And as Valentine's Day approaches
we find a recipe that let's you know whether you're in the presence
of a 'spontaneous lover' or a 'timorous nibbler'.
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Restaurant Review
Elizabeth Field is underwhelmed by Roly @ the Pavilion.
winetlk
The Wine? Who's it For? What's it Like? Find out
Bang Café
The latest evidence is that Bang is back with a. well, sorry, but with a bang.
Bad Day in Bantry
Friday morning, January 11th, market day in Bantry, West Cork. Except there are no marketeers. Find out more
Chocolate
Imagine, just imagine, a bar of chocolate as big as, as big as, a three-year old child? Isn't that something to dream about?
Portobello
Local resident Leslie Williams is our guide for a tour of the clutch of excellent ethnic shops that have blossomed around Portobello, Dublin 8. Take it away, Leslie.
Recipe of the Month
Tomatoes with a Love Injection
The Competition!
Win lunch for two at the hottest table in town The Commons Restaurant.
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The Bridgestone Food Lover's Guides Update
Menu of the Month
The Slanted Door in San Francisco
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