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The new look Glasson Hotel and Golf Club is set to open its doors next month. Set on luxurious grounds overlooking the majestic Lough Ree, the refurbished hotel promises guests panoramic views of the lake and golf course, spacious banqueting and bar areas, as well as top-class food and service.

The Mulberry restaurant at Breaffy House Resort overlooks the gardens and woodland of the 90-acre estate. The restaurant has acquired a reputation for tasty and wholesome meals using fresh local produce. It is the perfect setting for a romantic meal for two or larger parties. Breaffy House Resort caters for all occasions and family gathering, Communion and confirmation lunches, birthdays, anniversaries, christenings, and all other family get-togethers.

The Connemara Coast Hotel, Furbo Galway, celebrates its inclusion in the 2010 Bridgestone Guide for its reputation of sourcing and using quality local artisan products along with its reputation for its commitment to service. The hotel is also included in the 2010 Bridgestone Good Food Guide.

With the recent failure of the WTO talks, farmers in Carlow and Kilkenny, and indeed across the country, can now say cheerio to Peter Mandelson, who seems certain to be replaced as EU Commissioner after the European elections next year.

This weekend and on Tuesday, a special Christmas farmers’ market takes place at the Carlow Farmers’ Market.

This week is a collection of foodie comments and news that may be of interest.

The Food Store in Claremorris is a truly unique experience. Not only do they stock a fantastic range of top-quality food products but over 200 of these products are actually hand made in store by their expert butchers and bakers. The owner of the Food Store Niall Heffernan, is passionate about quality food and service and that passion is reflected in every member of the Food Store’s staff. Attention to detail is key and not only will you be amazed by the array of quality products on offer but the display of the products on offer is an indication of the highest standards in all aspects of the food preparation. The recognition of these products on both the national and international scene is evident by the number of awards on display in both stores. The awards span every aspect of the store from bakery, to butchery to salad bar.

Brannagans, the city’s new bar/restaurant, has opened on Quay Lane, across from the Spanish Arch and is run by the team behind Halo and Central Park.

Zuni is doing what other restaurants are afraid to do and investing in the development of its premises creating a funky new cafe and wine bar in celebration of their tenth year in Kilkenny.

Lidl is to open its new store in Thomastown to the public from 8am on Thursday May 14 following a raft of complications that delayed the opening until now which involved the granting of a liquor licence.