Ireland’s first alcohol free bar has opened in Dublin and there’s no food or alcohol on the menu but plenty of no-alcohol spirits, beers, wines and cocktails.
Owner of the Virgin Mary Bar, Vaughan Yates said the venue is definitely a bar and not a cafe opening between 4pm and 11pm.
He explains that lower or no-ABV drinks help people have a longer night out and drive home safely afterwards. It also promotes a good conversation.
He hailed the bar as the ultimate responsible night out.
Although Game of Thrones has come to an end, one that most people aren’t too happy about, you can still relive the glory days with these 3 Game of Thrones inspired party cocktails.
The first is an ode to the Mother of Dragons which is as dramatic as Kaleesi herself. Watch the video and give it a try.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx5q8t-6dtc
If you’re trying to lose weight, some health experts advocate cutting down on alcohol especially if you enjoy cocktails or the more high calorie drinks.
The occasional alcoholic drink won’t do your diet harm but one drink that you may want to keep away from is high-alcohol craft beer.That is because it is full of unnecessary calories.
The strong craft beers tend to have slightly more calories.
Nothing says “celebration” like a pink drink and nothing gets the party started quicker than a mojito. It’s a universally loved cocktail that is sure to please any guest. Watch the video and learn to make these delicious Watermelon Mojitos.
Have you considered going alcohol free on your next holiday, not only for your safety but also who wants to waste time nursing a hangover when they’re on holiday.
A recent article on Abc.net.au gave some advice for people who want to have a good time on holiday minus the alcohol.
Read more at https://www.abc.net.au/life/surviving-travel-without-drinking-alcohol/11037310
Alarmingly, despite repeated health warnings parents are still the main source of alcohol for high school students.
Health warnings about the harmful effects of drinking on children are being ignored by parents who are giving their underaged children alcohol.
A surprising 43 per cent of children between 12 and 17 years old were given their last alcoholic drink by a parent compared to 17 per cent who said an adult friend provided the alcohol.The revelation was made by the Australian Secondary School Students’ Alcohol and Other Drug Study.
While most parents think they can teach their kids to drink responsibly, there is not a single study throughout the world that shows this to be the case when parents supply alcohol to their underage children but instead studies show this increases their drinking. See more https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/parents-main-source-of-alcohol-for-children-ignoring-health-warnings-20190412-p51dq1.html
Gin is one of those drinks that lost popularity for a while but has become popular again with the ‘in’ crowd. So why not try one of these gin cocktails that is sure to have anyone loving gin.
Are you hosting a Game of Thrones screening party anytime during the final season which is currently underway, then you’ll definitely want to wow your guests with this show-stopping Game of Thrones inspired “Wildfire” cocktails.
If you love your beer you won’t want to miss the latest Good Beer Week, famous for beer and food pairings.
From 10 to 19 May, Good Beer Week will return to Melbourne and a number of events will be taking place around the city and Victoria.
Events will take place at Queens Victoria Market, East Elevation and Blackhearts & Sparrows will host a Seasonal Beer and Wine Feast, the Diner and Stone & Wood Vegetarian Degustation, Revolver Upstairs’ Beer and Noodle Night Market to name a few. Bad Shepherd Brewing Co. will also host three different beers and vegan food experiences.
For more about the events visit: https://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/good-beer-week-returns-to-melbourne/