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the beer revolu · 14-10-2019 10:13AM

Tis true, many chefs overseason their food, in my opinion.
Sometimes, it's their taste, sometimes, its carelessness.
Problem with seasoning is that it's subjective, though.

Too mush salt can ruin a meal, too little is easily fixed.

People who add salt to food without tasting it, wreck my head.

BailMeOut · 14-10-2019 10:20AM

the beer revolu wrote: »

Tis true, many chefs overseason their food, in my opinion.

I find that under seasoning is a much bigger issue.

the beer revolu · 14-10-2019 10:57AM

BailMeOut wrote: »

I find that under seasoning is a much bigger issue.

Like I said, it's all down to taste.
I know people who put salt on rashers!
Impossible to please everyone but I'll say that you can always add salt, you can't take it out. I do expect my food to be seasoned - I'm not advocating for no seasoning - but I don't know what the answer is to please everyone.

SusieBlue · 14-10-2019 11:05AM

My dad puts salt on takeaway from the Chinese. I get the shivers looking at him do it, a heart attack waiting to happen no doubt

D'Agger · 14-10-2019 11:18AM

the beer revolu wrote: »

I know people who put salt on rashers!
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That's insane or perhaps a good excuse to go for a heap of pints probably

whatever76 · 14-10-2019 11:21AM

I know not the City but worth a mention ; went to Diva yesterday in Ballinspittle for early lunch - lovely little spot, food v tasty and just nice atmosphere.

Spin then to Garrettstown after it - cant go wrong ! Nice little trip if you want to get out of city for a few hours of a weekend

the beer revolu · 14-10-2019 11:25AM

whatever76 wrote: »

I know not the City but worth a mention ; went to Diva yesterday in Ballinspittle for early lunch - lovely little spot, food v tasty and just nice atmosphere.

Spin then to Garrettstown after it - cant go wrong ! Nice little trip if you want to get out of city for a few hours of a weekend

It's been a few years but I likes that place, too.

BailMeOut · 14-10-2019 11:25AM

the beer revolu wrote: »

Like I said, it's all down to taste.
I know people who put salt on rashers!
Impossible to please everyone but I'll say that you can always add salt, you can't take it out. I do expect my food to be seasoned - I'm not advocating for no seasoning - but I don't know what the answer is to please everyone.

Seasoning however has nothing to do with salty. Seasoning done properly brings out natural flavour in the food and incorrect seasoning means food is bland and adding salt later does not really help. A proper cheff will season for the entire cooking process while testing all the time. It's pretty basic stuff and bland food is usually down to lazy cooks skipping steps.

pwurple · 14-10-2019 02:02PM

We tried Goldie for the first time. Two thumbs up from me. Interesting food, loved those crumpets with seaweed butter. The mackerel was perfectly filleted, not a single bone. The squid we had was so tender it nearly melted on the fork, not an easy thing to get right.
Minor quibble with the desserts, we ordered all 3 options that night for the table to share, and they all were pronounced very good by the group, but it was three kinds of set cream items. Just a little too similar to eachother, not much choice if you don't like creamy desserts. One was a panacotta, the second was a marscapone mousse and the third was a budino.

The decor is lovely, brass light fittings, nice tables, very comfortable.

Staff are all recognisable from the other establishments, castle cafe etc

sporina · 14-10-2019 08:16PM

BailMeOut wrote: »

Seasoning however has nothing to do with salty. Seasoning done properly brings out natural flavour in the food and incorrect seasoning means food is bland and adding salt later does not really help. A proper cheff will season for the entire cooking process while testing all the time. It's pretty basic stuff and bland food is usually down to lazy cooks skipping steps.

yep

cazzer22 · 14-10-2019 08:23PM

Elbow Lane is absolutely amazing and just perfection on a plate. I love it there.

limnam · 14-10-2019 09:35PM

cazzer22 wrote: »

Elbow Lane is absolutely amazing and just perfection on a plate. I love it there.

Sing it sister.

Cotts72 · 15-10-2019 11:50AM

cazzer22 wrote: »

Elbow Lane is absolutely amazing and just perfection on a plate. I love it there.

I second this! Worth the wait if you aren't in early

Debub · 15-10-2019 03:27PM

Had Dinner in Palmento Douglas on Sunday - really nice pizzas and Parmesan fries, definitely go again

BullBlackNova · 15-10-2019 03:58PM

Debub wrote: »

Had Dinner in Palmento Douglas on Sunday - really nice pizzas and Parmesan fries, definitely go again

Best pizza in (or near) the city IMO. And the parmesan fries... Every time I say I won't order them - and every time I do!

Had Burnt recently as I was in town for a few drinks with people. It's grand - wouldn't complain about going again but wouldn't necessarily suggest it myself. The parmesan fries here are nothing to write home about, though.

Generally, went down well though with the group.

Worth noting for any coeliacs in the thread - both Palmento and Burnt do gluten free bases (both cost extra, I believe, but not sure how much) and both come highly recommend, Palmento more so than Burnt.

Mardyke · 15-10-2019 05:54PM

Tequila Jack's

A shame, really, that this place is not an awful lot better. Firstly, Cork is crying out for a decent authentic Mexican. Secondly, the premises and setting is excellent.

If only the food was much better (its barely average in truth).

What strikes me most is the amount of 'poor service' reviews on TripAdvisor. I couldn't help have a look! That always suggests bad management.

whatever76 · 15-10-2019 06:47PM

Mardyke wrote: »

Tequila Jack's

A shame, really, that this place is not an awful lot better. Firstly, Cork is crying out for a decent authentic Mexican. Secondly, the premises and setting is excellent.

If only the food was much better (its barely average in truth).

What strikes me most is the amount of 'poor service' reviews on TripAdvisor. I couldn't help have a look! That always suggests bad management.

I couldn't have put it better myself - huge potential and cork crying out for something like it - great setting etc down by the quays … could be Darling Harbour like;) … but food and service just so poor and I really don't like being that critical but I just had a v bad night . I hope they can turn it around as could do very well for itself

Cotts72 · 15-10-2019 07:00PM

Mardyke wrote: »

Tequila Jack's

A shame, really, that this place is not an awful lot better. Firstly, Cork is crying out for a decent authentic Mexican. Secondly, the premises and setting is excellent.

If only the food was much better (its barely average in truth).

What strikes me most is the amount of 'poor service' reviews on TripAdvisor. I couldn't help have a look! That always suggests bad management.

Ive been there good few times as its an easy spot for bit of grub and food but agree with the service issue. Staff are way too chill. Was there few months ago and waited 30min for a pint, had to ask the waitress 3 times. It just got to the point where we started laughing at how bad she was

Mardyke · 15-10-2019 09:49PM

Cotts72 wrote: »

Ive been there good few times as its an easy spot for bit of grub and food but agree with the service issue. Staff are way too chill. Was there few months ago and waited 30min for a pint, had to ask the waitress 3 times. It just got to the point where we started laughing at how bad she was

I think it's unfair for anyone to blame the kids that are on the front line. They probably haven't been trained properly and are no doubt getting treated very poorly.

It's always back to management in that situation.

I think Tequila Jack's is the Soho gang?

Half the problem with the place imo is they don't know if they are a bar or a restaurant. It feels like a bar but theres a manager type standing at a reception yoke at the door!!

pwurple · 15-10-2019 10:06PM

Yes, was there for a work night out a few weeks ago and the service was just plain understaffed to be honest. One bar man trying to do cocktails, beer , wines etc for a fairly busy restaurant.

Food was so so as well, but can’t complain too much when you’re not paying for it.

D'Agger · 16-10-2019 10:16AM

I'd disagree on the food from Tequila Jacks that said I've only been there once - really liked what we had, then again we were there for lunch not an evening meal but I wouldn't say the food is bang average, it was decent mexican food.

We got two cocktails and they were a while coming - considering it was the afternoon and not exactly brimming, I'd tend to agree on the service side of things but with cocktails these things can tend to take a while when you've only one barman capable. It comes down to management as has been mentioned already.

Outkast_IRE · 18-10-2019 08:17PM

Tequila Jacks was always going to struggle in that premises .

No.1 - Its massive, how many can it seat . So on a busy night they may end up with multiples of what they have on an average week night. Its hard to staff like this and keep staff, as the hours will be tight on week days and long shifts all weekend. Also leads to high rents and high overhead costs.

No.2 - Its location , it is at the edge of town currently. I am hoping with all the new developments along the quays this will lead to more footfall and give it a better chance.

No.3 - Lunch Service - During the week i dont think they even try to run a lunch service most of the time. This is a killer for a restaurant , you should be paying the bills with a good lunch service and them making your profit on your busy night.

H8GHOTI · 18-10-2019 09:10PM

Looking for a place to eat in a nice setting or good view, 30-45 mins drive from the city. With good food too obviously.
Something like Bunnyconnellans but I’ve been there a few too many times.

sporina · 18-10-2019 10:38PM

H8GHOTI wrote: »

Looking for a place to eat in a nice setting or good view, 30-45 mins drive from the city. With good food too obviously.
Something like Bunnyconnellans but I’ve been there a few too many times.

Pier 26 Ballycotton? (if you are willing to go East).. savage seafood and fab views (weather permitting)

Harika · 19-10-2019 05:53AM

Cliff House hotel has a Michelin star restaurant

H8GHOTI · 19-10-2019 10:12AM

sporina wrote: »

Pier 26 Ballycotton? (if you are willing to go East).. savage seafood and fab views (weather permitting)

Good shout. Been there once before.

H8GHOTI · 19-10-2019 10:31AM

Harika wrote: »

Cliff House hotel has a Michelin star restaurant

Was in the bar there. Nice views alright.

the beer revolu · 19-10-2019 10:59AM

sporina wrote: »

Pier 26 Ballycotton? (if you are willing to go East).. savage seafood and fab views (weather permitting)

I really liked this place.

19-10-2019 12:50PM

Ate in Gallaghers last night. Definatly recommend.
Had the sharing board, was savage! Great service aswell

D'Agger · 19-10-2019 03:39PM

Bramley lodge for lunch - special was roast sirloin of beef, veg & potato gratin - absolutely top notch and a massive portion.

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