Point A Hotels is offering those planning a big day in the city to celebrate St Patrick\u2019s day on Sunday 17th March, a special 20% discount on all six of its London properties.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/assa.jpg\")
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This year London will be celebrating St Patrick\u2019s Day with a number of different events and activities with a theme of #LondonIsOpen on Sunday 17th March. The London\u2019s St Patrick\u2019s Day Parade will set off from Piccadilly at midday on Sunday 17th March and will make its way across London passing the city\u2019s iconic landmarks including Trafalgar Square and Whitehall. For those wishing to avoid any Sunday night commuting madness, Point A Hotels is offering a special \u2018Paddy\u2019s Day Deal\u2019 across its properties in Shoreditch, Kings Cross, Paddington, Westminster, Liverpool Street and Canary Wharf.
\nhose wanting to take advantage of the special offer please visit www.PointAHotels.com and use the code 20FLASH. Bookings can be made from today up until the 17th March. The stay date is Sunday 17th March.<\/p>\n
Point A Hotels is also opening two brand new hotels this year in Edinburgh and Kensington, London, in 2019 to add to their existing portfolio of seven hotels in London and Glasgow. Rooms start from \u00a369.<\/p>\n
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HARD ROCK CAFE LONDON LAUNCHES LIMITED-TIME ST. PATRICK\u2019S DAY MENU FEATURING THE ALL-NEW ST. PADDY\u2019S SHAKE<\/h3>\n
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Iconic Restaurant and Entertainment Brand Also Offering Guinness\u00ae & Bacon Jam Cheeseburger<\/p>\n
for Those Looking to Channel the Luck O\u2019 the Irish<\/p>\n
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 7, 2019 \u2013 Get ready to get ShamRocked at Hard Rock Cafe London this St. Paddy\u2019s Day! From March 13 – March 17, 2019, the iconic restaurant and entertainment brand is celebrating with special offerings drawing from the spirit of the Irish for guests around the world. The pot of gold at the end of this rainbow is the all-new St. Paddy\u2019s Shake, an Instagram-worthy shake that combines Absolut\u00ae Vanilla vodka, creamy vanilla ice cream, Oreo\u00ae cookies, a touch of mint and homemade white chocolate whipped cream before being topped with rainbow candy ribbons and gold star sprinkles.<\/p>\n
In addition to the St. Paddy\u2019s Shake, those looking to sink their teeth into gold can order the Guinness\u00ae & Bacon Jam Cheeseburger, a half-pound burger topped with Jameson\u00ae bacon jam and Guinness\u00ae cheese sauce, crisp lettuce and vine-ripened tomato, served on a toasted bun with a side of seasoned fries.<\/p>\n
\u201cHard Rock Cafe is thrilled to provide guests with a dining and entertainment experience that sham-rocks this St. Patrick\u2019s Day,\u201d said Leigh Merritt, Vice President of Food & Beverage for Hard Rock International. \u201cWhether our guests come for our boozy St. Paddy\u2019s Shake or to indulge in a full Irish feast by pairing our shake and Guinness & Bacon Jam Cheeseburger, we promise all of these festive menu offerings will have our guests feeling lucky.\u201d<\/p>\n
To celebrate the holiday, Hard Rock Cafe is also releasing a limited edition St Patrick\u2019s Day pin in the shape of a lucky coin! Only seven stores will receive this pin in Europe, with London having a limited edition of 250 pins currently on sale in the Rock Shop. Everyone who misses out on this exclusive collectible item are sure to be green with envy.<\/p>\n
For more information, call 020 7514 1700 or visit the website to book<\/p>\n
What: St Patrick\u2019s Day at Hard Rock Cafe London<\/p>\n
Where: Hard Rock Cafe London, 150 Old Park Lane, London W1K 1QZ<\/p>\n
When: Wednesday 13 March \u2013 Sunday 17 March 2019<\/p>\n
All Day<\/p>\n
Prices: Guinness Burger \u00a316.50<\/p>\n
Alcoholic St Paddy\u2019s Day Shake \u00a310.95<\/p>\n
Non-Alcoholic St Paddy\u2019s Day Shake \u00a35.85<\/p>\n
Limited Edition St. Patrick\u2019s Day pin \u00a311.95<\/p>\n
Booking: BOOKING ESSENTIAL<\/p>\n
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Hard Rock International<\/p>\n
With venues in 76 countries, including 184 cafes, 27 hotels and 12 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s most valuable collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise available in Rock Shops and online at https:\/\/shop.hardrock.com. HRI owns the global trademark for all Hard Rock brands including Hard Rock Live performance venues. The company owns, operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, San Francisco, Sydney and Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses and\/or manages hotel\/casino properties worldwide. Destinations include the company\u2019s two most successful Hotel and Casino properties in Tampa and Hollywood, FL., both owned and operated by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida, as well as other exciting locations including Atlantic City, Bali, Cancun, Daytona Beach, Desaru Coast, Ibiza, Orlando, Shenzhen and San Diego. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street in the United Kingdom, Djerba, Tunisia, Gran Canaria, Spain, and Chandigarh, India. New Hard Rock Hotel, Casino or Hotel & Casino projects include Amsterdam, Berlin, Budapest, Dublin, London, Los Cabos, Madrid, Maldives, New York City, Ottawa, Sacramento, Dalian and Haikou in China. In 2018, Hard Rock International was recognized as a Forbes Magazine Top Employer for Women and Land Operator of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards. For more information on Hard Rock International visit www.hardrock.com.<\/p>\n
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Pictured: Tetrad Savanna Range<\/p>\n
The colour green continues to be a key interior design trend for 2019. Trevor Hailes, Group Merchandise Manager at sofa and furniture specialist ScS, has provided his top tips on how you can add a splash of green to your home without redecorating.<\/p>\n
Trevor said: \u201cThere\u2019s something about the colour green which is immediately calming, but it can be quite daunting when looking to revamp your home interior. There are plenty of ways to subtly introduce this year\u2019s must have colour, such as adding green wall art to a neutral wall, or by adding feature cushions to your sofa to add a burst of colour to the room. The Planet 3 Seater Sofa is accompanied by vibrant green cushions, which can immediately make a difference to your living space by creating a feeling of sophistication and elegance.<\/p>\n
\u201cHaving a link to nature within your home can also create a restorative environment, helping you to unwind from the working day. To bring the outside inside, use large green plants to create a visual statement. Plants also help to clean the air we breathe by absorbing toxins. By placing them in large feature plant pots you can really add a touch of personality to any room.<\/p>\n
\u201cGreen doesn\u2019t have to stop at room accessories, for those who want to be a little bolder with their interior design, the brand-new Tetrad Savanna range, which mirrors the popular Chesterfield design, oozes elegance. Alternatively, a green rug, like our Plush Rug, sits great on a wooden floor or light-coloured carpet and can take a small or minimal room to a new dimension adding style and a key focal point which is sure to impress visitors.\u201d<\/p>\n
Tetrad Savanna Midi Sofa<\/p>\n
Only \u00a31,499<\/p>\n
Tapping into this year\u2019s latest colour trend, this Tetrad Savanna Midi Sofa\u2019s calming green colour will help you unwind and relax.<\/p>\n
With deep button back detailing and available in a range of elegant velvet fabrics or durable leathers, each piece in the collection features an oversized roll design with stud detailing to add that extra sophistication. Each product includes a foam seat interior ensuring maximum support and comfort and is available in two sofa sizes; standard chair and accent chair as well as two styles of coordinating footstools.<\/p>\n
Plush Rug in Green<\/p>\n
Only \u00a3245.99 for the 120 x 170cm<\/p>\n
The vibrant green Plush Rug would make a bold statement and brighten up any room.<\/p>\n
With a shaggy, contemporary finish, sink your feet into the super soft, deep pile of this luxurious rug.<\/p>\n
Planet 3-Seater Sofa<\/p>\n
Only \u00a3399 from 4th March 2019<\/p>\n
3 Seater Masthead<\/p>\n
With hints of green in the cushions, the Planet 3 Sofa is the perfect choice for those wanting to subtly incorporate this year\u2019s must-have colour trend into their home. By incorporating bold cushions, homeowners can help add a pop of colour while brightening other soft furnishings.<\/p>\n
Paxton & Whitfield\u2019s St. Patrick\u2019s Day Cheese Selection<\/h3>\n
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Let Paxton & Whitfield, the UK\u2019s oldest cheesemonger, help you celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day on Sunday 17th March with its St. Patrick\u2019s Day Cheese Selection (\u00a330.00).<\/p>\n
Featuring a selection of five delicious artisan cheeses made by dedicated cheesemakers from across the Emerald Isle, it\u2019s a readymade cheeseboard celebrating Irish cheese and Ireland\u2019s patron saint.<\/p>\n
The selection is available from Paxton & Whitfield\u2019s four shops: Jermyn Street, Piccadilly; Cale Street, Chelsea Green; Bath; and Stratford upon Avon, as well as online at www.paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk.<\/p>\n
The St. Patrick\u2019s Day Cheese Selection (\u00a330.00):<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Celtic Capra (80g) (Pasteurised, vegetarian rennet) Ireland is renowned for its lush green fields and clean air, and in County Tipperary where Celtic Capra is made, the pastures are rich. The grass is full of clover and the soil is peaty, making it the perfect environment to produce the top quality milk needed to make fantastic cheeses. Paxton & Whitfield’s Celtic Capra cheese is a great example of what the area can produce and is made on a farm which uses milk from a neighbouring goat herd. Cornish Capra has a crumbly texture which, with age, develops to a creamier consistency towards the rind. It has fresh, nutty taste from the rind, and a more citrus flavour coming from the paste.
\n\u00b7 Celtic Soft (200g) (Pasteurised, vegetarian rennet) Again, made in County Tipperary, Paxton & Whitfield’s Celtic Soft cheese is made on a farm which uses milk from its own herd of pedigree Friesian cows. Celtic Soft retains a slight chalkiness in its centre when younger, surrounded by a softer, buttery paste. As it ages, the centre also softens, allowing the entire cheese to reach a melting, creamy consistency. The cheese has distinct hints of mushroom coming from its white rind, and a full, buttery flavour which leaves a long aftertaste. The cheese is fantastic when baked in a cheese baker, or delicious wrapped in puff pastry and cooked in an oven.
\nCashel Blue (250g) (Pasteurised, vegetarian rennet) Made by Jane and Louis Grubb near Cashel in Country Tipperary, this semi-soft blue cheese was first produced in 1984. It is a unique cheese as it was Ireland\u2019s first farmhouse blue cheese. In order to make the cheese Jane and Louis researched the Irish cheese market and on finding that no one made a cheese of this style, produced a soft blue cheese \u2013 creating their own niche in the cheese market. Although some milk is purchased to make the cheese, the majority comes from the Friesian dairy herd on the farm. Once the curds have been made, they are then placed by hand into cheese moulds but are not pressed. Each of the cheeses is then pierced with stainless steel needles to let the blue mould grow. They are then stored on their sides on timber cradles at 10 degrees until they are two weeks old, which gives the blue mould time to develop inside the cheeses. They are then taken out of the moulds, washed by hand in brine, dried and then wrapped in foil and stored at four degrees until matured. The cheese has a firm texture that takes on a soft, almost spreadable texture as it ages. It has a mellow, subtle and creamy flavour.
\nGubbeen (250g) (Pasteurised, vegetarian rennet) A semi-hard, washed rind Irish cheese made from a mixture of pasteurised Friesian and Jersey cows\u2019 milk to produce a supple cheese with a lingering flavour of herbs and burnt caramel. The cheese is made by the Ferguson family at Gubbeen House, on the coast of Schull, West Cork, Ireland. They have been making the cheese since 1979 and use a traditional cheesemaking process. Over a three-week period, the cheese is cured by daily washing and turning which encourages the growth of surface bacteria, giving the cheese its characteristic pale, pinky-brown crust. It has a slightly sweet and soft lingering flavour that grows after the initial taste. It\u2019s not too strong and tastes of fresh milk with a springy texture in its body. With its mellow flavour and slight edge, it could almost be described as an Irish Reblochon.
\nMossfield (250g) (Pasteurised, vegetarian rennet) This gouda style cheese is made from organic cows\u2019 milk at Mossfield Farm, County Offaly, Southern Ireland. The milk used to make the cheese comes from a herd of 70 Friesian cows that graze on the herby, tangy pastures found on the farm\u2019s 240 acres. The cheese is rich in colour with a full, nutty flavour that you would expect from Gouda combined with the flavours of the Mossfield grass. As it ages the cheese becomes harder and crumblier with a more intense flavour.<\/p>\n
The Sun Tavern | St. Patrick\u2019s Day | Free Oysters | Ceilidh Band<\/h3>\n
Come and make merry this St. Patrick\u2019s Day, where The Sun Tavern celebrate their Irish roots on Sunday 17th March with a whole day\u2019s worth of shenanigans to celebrate the man who drove Ireland\u2019s snakes away!<\/p>\n
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Priding themselves on having one of the largest selections of Irish Whiskey in London, The Sun Tavern have teamed up with Slane Irish Whiskey to serve up three Slane based cocktails, available only on the day, priced at \u00a37.50.<\/p>\n
Cocktails will include:<\/p>\n
King George Cobbler with amontillado sherry, pedro ximenez, pierre ferrand, lemon, pineapple and orange & perchaud\u2019s bitters<\/p>\n
Ryanair, blended with framboise, strawberry jam, lemon and absinthe<\/p>\n
1981 with nardini amaro, amontillado sherry and peychaud\u2019s bitters.<\/p>\n
For those wanting their Irish whiskey neater, opt for a beer & a bump (a shot of Slane with half a stout), or choose something from The Sun Tavern\u2019s incredible whiskey list of more than 150 whiskies and Ireland\u2019s notorious spirit, poit\u00edn (pronounced \u2018po-cheen\u2019). For non-whiskey lovers, there\u2019ll also be The Sun\u2019s winter cocktail menu and Umbrella Brewing\u2019s alcoholic Ginger beer or cider on offer.<\/p>\n
After saying Slainte to St Patrick, in true Irish style, there will be a C\u00e8ilidh band to dance along to, and Oyster Boy will also be on hand, shucking out complimentary oysters to add to the Irish revelry.<\/p>\n
Later, the legendary Suggs from Madness will take to the decks, delivering a rowdy DJ set to swing right through to the wee hours.<\/p>\n
The Sun Tavern will open its doors from 12pm on Sunday 17th March, with the party finishing up at 2am.<\/p>\n
The Sun Tavern | | 441 Bethnal Green Road, E2 0AN | @thesuntavernbg<\/p>\n
With St. Patrick’s Day happening this weekend, over 13 million pints of Guinness will be consumed worldwide.<\/h3>\n
On behalf of our client Love Irish Tours, we surveyed 1,000 Irish people to reveal the most popular Irish personality to have a drink with on St Patrick\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n
The results are in:<\/p>\n
The Irish Public Voted the O\u2019Donovan Brothers as the Best People to Have a Guinness with on St. Patrick\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n
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The Irish Public Reveal Who They Want to Have a Drink with This Paddy’s Day<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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