The best things about Ireland

Chuck Stone · 16-10-2012 04:15PM

Red Hand wrote: »

We import them from Israel.

Israeli spuds have darker eyes.

Andersonisgod · 16-10-2012 04:15PM

splendid101 wrote: »

You big negative eejit!

You can't judge a country based on how the 15% in a bad position would react to you shouting stuff at them.

That's a dumb statement you made.

Newsflash mate, that's the common man. While this poster might have the means and carefree lifestyle to enjoy Ireland's undoubted natural beauty I think you will find a considerable amount of people in the country have too much on their plate to enjoy such things.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:16PM

Kimia wrote: »

Why are people so confused about the 'reasonably priced restaurants' comment?

In Toronto, you pay between $15-$20 for a main course, plus 13% plus minimu 15% for tip.

In Ireland you can get 3 courses for €20! Plus whatever you want to leave for tip.

ya, maybe in mcdonalds and supermacs and burger king

Listen, please realize that ireland is NOT cheaper than Canada. if that's why you are coming back, I would advise you stay where you are.

Ush1 · 16-10-2012 04:16PM

I like that it's not too big. Dublin is about as big a city as I'd like to live in. (obviously this could be said of many places)

You don't have to tip everyone that basically says hello to you like other places.

Fairly easy availability of booze.

Fry ups with proper sausages.

On the flip side our transport infrastructure is brutal and the laws and how we implement them often make no sense.

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:20PM

fishy fishy wrote: »

ya, maybe in mcdonalds and supermacs and burger king

Listen, please realize that ireland is NOT cheaper than Canada. if that's why you are coming back, I would advise you stay where you are.

Look fishy, I have no idea why you're not reading my posts, but I'm well aware of what things cost in Ireland as I have lived there before, and so I know what I'm comparing.

You clearly have never lived in Canada. It is very expensive living in Toronto.

Anyway that's not the only reason I started this thread but people like you just want to moan and argue for the sake of it.

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:21PM

Shenshen wrote: »

And I've lived in Canada... the restaurants here are pricier.

I don't know how you came to that conclusion. Perhaps you lived in rural Canada. See my earlier post for clarification and examples.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:21PM

chill mrs, I'm just pointing out that other people have lived in Canada also and the States and believe me its a lot more expensive here with less perks.

How long have you been away if you don't mind me asking? If it's only on one of those IEC visas, then you know what you are coming back to, but if you have been away working solidly for years, you are in for a shock.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:23PM

Kimia wrote: »

Look fishy, I have no idea why you're not reading my posts, but I'm well aware of what things cost in Ireland as I have lived there before, and so I know what I'm comparing.

You clearly have never lived in Canada. It is very expensive living in Toronto.

Anyway that's not the only reason I started this thread but people like you just want to moan and argue for the sake of it.

just setting you straight on a 3 course for 20 euro offer, that you think you might get in Ireland - you won't unless it is in a takeaway.

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:23PM

fishy fishy wrote: »

chill mrs, I'm just pointing out that other people have lived in Canada also and the States and believe me its a lot more expensive here with less perks.

How long have you been away if you don't mind me asking? If it's only on one of those IEC visas, then you know what you are coming back to, but if you have been away working solidly for years, you are in for a shock.

But you see, it's not. Maybe if we were back in the boom days but to compare Toronto prices to Dublin prices, you are having a laugh if you think that Dublin is more expensive.

I don't understand how you can possibly come to that conclusion - have you lived in Toronto recently?

Shenshen · 16-10-2012 04:25PM

Kimia wrote: »

Why are people so confused about the 'reasonably priced restaurants' comment?

In Toronto, you pay between $15-$20 for a main course, plus 13% plus minimu 15% for tip.

In Ireland you can get 3 courses for €20! Plus whatever you want to leave for tip.

Oh, yes, if you've got a DealRush voucher or somesuch.
Otherwise, you'll pay around €20 upwards for one main course. Plus tip.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:26PM

Kimia wrote: »

But you see, it's not. Maybe if we were back in the boom days but to compare Toronto prices to Dublin prices, you are having a laugh if you think that Dublin is more expensive.

I don't understand how you can possibly come to that conclusion - have you lived in Toronto recently?

actually I have, both in Toronto and The USA for well over ten years. I also visit there regularly and split my time between Montreal and Toronto, although I hate the four hour bus journey.

I have come to the conclusion through experience. Come back to me when you move back - we'll discuss it then. YOu seem to be getting upset at the moment.

Shenshen · 16-10-2012 04:27PM

Kimia wrote: »

I don't know how you came to that conclusion. Perhaps you lived in rural Canada. See my earlier post for clarification and examples.

I wouldn't call Montreal rural exactly...

And no, you will not get a 3 course meal in any restaurant in Ireland, rural or not, for €20.
Even in MacDonalds and BurgerKing it might be difficult to get 3 courses for that.

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:27PM

Seriously, if you can't find 2-3 courses for €20 in Dublin then you're obviously not a regular restaurant goer.

Shenshen · 16-10-2012 04:31PM

Kimia wrote: »

Seriously, if you can't find 2-3 courses for €20 in Dublin then you're obviously not a regular restaurant goer.

I'm a regular restaurant goer in Cork, and vegetarian to boost so my meals tend to be cheaper anyway. There is no restaurant here that will offer a 3 course meal for €20 outside of a special deal.

Usually, I'd be looking at around €40 for starter, main and dessert.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:33PM

shenshen

I misread your post and replied in another post. However I deleted that post again as I had read your previous post wrong.

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:34PM

Shenshen wrote: »

I'm a regular restaurant goer in Cork, and vegetarian to boost so my meals tend to be cheaper anyway. There is no restaurant here that will offer a 3 course meal for €20 outside of a special deal.

Usually, I'd be looking at around €40 for starter, main and dessert.

I don't really think there's point in continuing to argue this. I don't really have anything left to say only that I eat out very well when I'm home in good restaurants, for in and around $20 for 2-3 courses. You seem to pay more. Let's leave it at that.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:35PM

just be prepared - you have been warned.

Boskowski · 16-10-2012 04:35PM

Kimia wrote: »

The only thing I'd agree with is that our culture is definitely too dependent on alcohol.

The food in Ireland is outstanding. Some of the restaurants here are out of this world. I've eaten in expensive, very upscale restaurants in other countries and my favourites are in Ireland.

Sure the ingredients are the best and sure you can find some nice restaurants but overall day to day grub in canteens pubs cafs mammys is very plain. Don't get me wrong it's grand and tasty but rather unimaginative.

Shenshen · 16-10-2012 04:35PM

Kimia wrote: »

I don't really think there's point in continuing to argue this. I don't really have anything left to say only that I eat out very well when I'm home in good restaurants, for in and around $20 for 2-3 courses. You seem to pay more. Let's leave it at that.

Not really... I'd like some recommendations. Which restaurants do you go to? You could save people here a lot of moeny by sharing the information

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:36PM

Kimia wrote: »

I don't really think there's point in continuing to argue this. I don't really have anything left to say only that I eat out very well when I'm home in good restaurants, for in and around $20 for 2-3 courses. You seem to pay more. Let's leave it at that.

shouldn't that be Euro - maybe thats where you are getting misguided

Kimia · 16-10-2012 04:49PM

Any restaurant by Eamon O Reilly will have a good set menu. He's one of my favourites. You can eat in Chapter One for about 30 euro for a few courses, which is unbelievable food. I've heard Le Pichet is excellent although I haven't eaten there myself. Saba (thai) is excellent and very reasonable. All some of my faves.

fishy fishy · 16-10-2012 04:54PM

Kimia wrote: »

Any restaurant by Eamon O Reilly will have a good set menu. He's one of my favourites. You can eat in Chapter One for about 30 euro for a few courses, which is unbelievable food. I've heard Le Pichet is excellent although I haven't eaten there myself. Saba (thai) is excellent and very reasonable. All some of my faves.

four course - 65 euro
taster course - 80 euro
pre theatre courses - 38 euro
vegetaraion courses - 55 Euro
Group courses - 60 Euro
desserts 12 euro

you could have one and a half desserts and give the other 2 euro as a tip.

:D

16-10-2012 05:05PM

Sergeant wrote: »

We live in an astonishingly beautiful country that is a prosperous and mature social democracy. We have wonderful food products, a rich history, and a broad and varied cultural scene.

It's a great place to live. Fúck the begrudgers.

Who had reply #25 for first mention of begrudgery?

old hippy · 16-10-2012 05:11PM

The dynamism of our young people. The diversity of the nation, now more than ever. The welcome we extend to all peoples, creeds and colours. The stunning countryside not blighted by greed or development hell.

Oh and Sally O' Brien and they way she might look at ye...

sbsquarepants · 16-10-2012 05:11PM

Best thing about living in Ireland is the large proportion of redheads - i likes my reheads so i does:D

BraziliaNZ · 16-10-2012 05:19PM

old hippy wrote: »

The stunning countryside not blighted by greed or development hell.

I presume you're being sarcastic? Ever been to Achill?! Not to mention ghost estates all over the shop.

gobnaitolunacy · 16-10-2012 05:20PM

old hippy wrote: »

Oh and Sally O' Brien and they way she might look at ye...

She wasn't even Irish

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vicki_Michelle

Celly Smunt · 16-10-2012 05:22PM

Kimia wrote: »

Look fishy, I have no idea why you're not reading my posts, but I'm well aware of what things cost in Ireland as I have lived there before, and so I know what I'm comparing.

You clearly have never lived in Canada. It is very expensive living in Toronto.

Anyway that's not the only reason I started this thread but people like you just want to moan and argue for the sake of it.

there's your problem.As with every irish person who moves to a major canadian city and complains about the prices.You're living in an affluent international city.

old hippy · 16-10-2012 05:22PM

gobnaitolunacy wrote: »

She wasn't even Irish

And likewise for so much of what entered our culture over the years, decades, centuries

We made them our own.

Wompa1 · 16-10-2012 05:25PM

fishy fishy wrote: »

for about three days a year. mostly is damp and wet

When it's damp and wet the air is still pure. I use to go walking when it was windy and raining along salthill. My head would be fried and eyes dried out from working in front of a computer all day. Then going outside would wake me up, I didn't think I'd miss the rain and cold air but I do.

It's 36 here again today. No coastline, no breeze. Dead air. Nice for a change but I think I'll be running back to the cold after a summer of 48 degree heat

The best things about Ireland

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