Lyndey Milan's Taste of Ireland Season 1 Episode 7 Dublin
- November 1, 2012
- 25 min
Lyndey Milan's Taste of Ireland is a stunning food and travel show exploring the beauty and cuisine of Ireland in season 1 episode 7, named Dublin. This episode focuses on the historic city of Dublin, the capital of Ireland, known for its rich literary history, stunning architecture, and delicious food.
Lyndey, the charming host of the show, begins her journey in the bustling Temple Bar area of Dublin. She introduces us to some of the city's most iconic landmarks, including Trinity College, St. Stephen's Green, and the famous Ha'penny Bridge, while also showcasing the vibrant street performers and lively atmosphere, the city is known for.
Moving onto the food, Lyndey takes us on a food tour of the city. She discovers the traditional dish of Dublin, Coddle, in the historic district of Liberties. This hearty dish consists of slow-cooked sausages, bacon, and potatoes, making it the perfect comfort food for a cold Irish day.
In contrast, Lyndey also explores the trendier side of Dublin's food scene with talented chef and restauranteur, Gary O'Hanlon. Gary introduces her to modern Irish cuisine with dish smoked eel with green vegetables, which showcases the freshness and quality of Irish produce. This delightful, healthy dish focuses on the freshest vegetables that the local farmers have to offer, combined with the iconic Irish smoked eel.
No visit to Dublin would be complete without exploring the thriving pub scene that is an integral part of Irish culture. Lyndey dives deep into this world with a visit to the Guinness Brewery, home of the famous black stout that has put Dublin on the map. We see Lyndey getting a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic site and concludes, this is where true beer lovers can observe their pint with elegance.
However, there is more to Dublin's beverage scene than just beer. Lyndey shows us how Irish whiskey is gaining momentum and slowly becoming the fashionable drink across the city. The resurgence of Irish whiskey is evident in the resurgence of distilleries that are sprouting up all over the city. We visit the famous Teeling distillery, the birthplace of Dublin whiskey, and get an understanding of the history and craft of this famous spirit.
At the end of the show, Lyndey creates her version of Irish dishes that she has been introduced to, and recommended to try back at home. She creates her version of Coddle, which is simple yet wholesome food. Her twist on the smoked eel provided a good contrast to the traditional Coddle. After creating these two dishes, she also introduced a cocktail called "aged Teeling," which uses her favorite Spirit of Dublin whiskey.
Lyndey Milan's Taste of Ireland season 1 episode 7, Dublin, not only showcases the food and spirits the city has to offer but also highlights the unique cultural insights this charming city has to offer. The show is not only informative but also an excellent watch for food enthusiasts, travelers, and people looking to get the most out of everything that Dublin has to offer.