My Bloody Valentine -February Supper

January 16, 2014 by Aoife in "Valentines day", "supper event"

**this event is fully booked**
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We are very excited to announce our next supper event My Bloody Valentine which will take place on February 14th - we will be celebrating with a scrumptious 7 course feast in honour of St. Valentine. As always this will be a very intimate dining experience, served by a roaring fire, in a Victorian era house.

I am taking bookings now -the menu will be revealed 2 weeks before the event.

How do I Book?

Places are limited and it's first come first served -to reserve your place please email theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com 

As soon as I am able to confirm your seat you will receive an email.

For those of you new to the experience of a supper club....you may have some questions;

Where does it happen? 

This event will take place at my home in Dublin, (close to the city center) on Friday 14th February @8.00pm finishing up around 11pm.

What will happen?

12 people will sit together at one table, getting to know each other, over the shared experience of a meal. 

Can I bring my own wine/beer/fizzy pop? 

Yes you can- you will receive a welcome drink on arrival but please bring your own beverages for the rest of the evening.

 
What will it cost? 

There is a suggested donation of E35.

What should I wear?

Dress as you would if going out for dinner.

Any house rules?

You will be in a house that is a home -please treat it as you would your own. Do come with an open mind, a sense of humour and a willingness to engage with others in conversation. You are welcome to come alone, in pairs or larger groups.

Cancellation policy-

If you are unable to attend please give me one weeks notice and try get a replacement for your space. If you cancel within 48 hours of the event and are unable to find a replacement for your seat there will be a E15 cancellation fee. Understand that the food is purchased in advance and we are not a restaurant.

Menu is subject to change -depending on availability of ingredients.

Please alert me, when booking, to any special dietary requirements you may have and within reason I will do my best to cater for you. Veggie option available upon request.

Peas & love,            

Aoife x

theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com

facebook.com/TheOpenDoorSupperClub

TW @opendoorsuppers

August Supper Event

August 12, 2013 by Aoife in "almond honey cake", "butterflied lamb", "coeliac friendly", "dublin", "elderflower", "goosegogs", "supper event"

The Open Door is delighted to announce our August Supper Event -happening on Friday August 30th. 

Once again the event will happen in my home, a Victorian era house, where you will sit alongside others -some friends, some strangers...strangers who will most likely be new friends by dessert. 

You will each share in a seven course edible adventure, of seasonal ingredients, hand picked & home made by Aoife.

See you there!

Le  Menu

Prosecco with Home Made Elderflower Cordial

dashed with Lemon & Lime Syrup

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Mini Caprese Salad Bites

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Rice Paper Rolls 

w. Crunchy Seasonal Vegetables

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Butterflied Leg of Lamb w. Pomegranate Molasses

Caramelised Garlic, Roasties & Greens

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Lemon & Thyme Sorbetto

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Almond Honey Cake 

w. Elderflower & Crushed Goosegogs 

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Selection of Teas/ Espresso/ French Press

Surprise Petits Fours

**Although this months menu is coeliac friendly -please note that the dishes are prepared in my kitchen which is not a gluten free kitchen**

How do I Book?

Places are limited and it's first come first served -to reserve your place please email theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com 

As soon as I am able to confirm your seat you will receive an email.

For those of you new to the experience of a supper club....you may have some questions;

Where does it happen? 

This event will take place at my home in Dublin, (close to the city center) on Friday 30th August @8.00pm finishing up around 11pm.

What will happen? 

10 people will sit together at one table, getting to know each other, over the shared experience of a meal. 

Can I bring my own wine/beer/fizzy pop? 

Yes you can- you will receive a welcome drink on arrival but please bring your own beverages for the rest of the evening.

What will it cost? 

There is a suggested donation of E35.

What should I wear? 

Dress as you would if going out for dinner. 

Any house rules?

You will be in a house that is a home -please treat it as you would your own. Do come with an open mind, a sense of humour and a willingness to engage with others in conversation. You are welcome to come alone, in pairs or larger groups.

If you are unable to attend please do your best to give me at least 24 hours notice and try get a replacement for your space. Understand that the food is purchased in advance and we are not a restaurant.

Menu is subject to change -depending on availability of ingredients.

Please alert me, when booking, to any special dietary requirements you may have and within reason I will do my best to cater for you.

Peas & love,            

Aoife x

theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com

facebook.com/TheOpenDoorSupperClub

TW @opendoorsuppers

July Mid Summer Supper

July 01, 2013 by Aoife in "edible adventure", "goosegogs", "mackerel", "open door", "rabbit", "seasonal", "supper event"

The Open Door is delighted to announce our July Supper event -happening on Saturday July 27th. Once again the event will happen in my home, a Victorian era house, where you will sit alongside others -some friends, some strangers...strangers who will most likely be friends by dessert. You will each share in a seven course edible adventure, of seasonal ingredients, homemade by Aoife.

See you there!

bill of fare

sweet crucifixion cocktail
house made apricot liqueur & elderflower cordial
-
homemade herby cream crackers
with seasonal dips
-
confit mackerel with citrus sherbet & cucumber tartare
-
wild rabbit ravioli
-
beetroot sorbet
-
raspberries suspended in elderflower jelly
whipped goosegog curd
-
selection of teas/ espresso/ french press
surprise petits fours

How to Book?

Places are limited and remember it's first come first served -to reserve a place please email me theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com As soon as I am able to confirm your place you will receive an email.

For those of you new to the experience of a supper club....you may have some questions;

Where does it happen? 

This
 event will take place at my home in Dublin, (close to the city center) 
on Saturday 27th July @8.00pm finishing up around 11pm.

What will happen? 

10 people will sit together at one table, getting to know each other, over the shared experience of a meal. 

Can you bring your own wine/beer? 

Yes you can- you will receive a welcome drink on arrival but please bring your own beverages for the rest of the evening.

 
What will it cost? 

There is a suggested donation of E35.

What should you wear? 

Dress as you would if going out for dinner. 

Any house rules?

You will be in a house that is a home -please treat it as you would your own. Do come with an open mind, a sense of humour and a willingness to engage with others in conversation. You are welcome to come alone, in pairs or larger groups.

If you are unable to attend please do your best to give me at least 24 hours notice and try get a replacement for your space if possible. Understand that the food is purchased in advance and we are not a restaurant.

Menu is subject to change -depending on availability of ingredients.

Please alert me, when booking, to any special dietary requirements you may have and within reason I will do my best to cater for you.

Peas & love,

Aoife x

'Summer May Come' Supper Event

May 03, 2013 by Aoife in "bouillabaisse", "cream crackers", "nettle", "pesto", "supper event", "wild garlic"

After a little sojourn the door is opening again for our next supper event, which will take place at my home on Saturday May 18th. So, Irish 'Summer' begins on May 1st, but really, all things considered it sort of, kind of, only just about...feels like Spring. We are very excited about the arrival of double figures, the impending scent of coconut sun lotion and the imminent eating of 99's. But before you root out the picnic blanket why not come and indulge yourself, experience something out of the ordinary and meet some new & interesting people -yes that includes you! Booking info below menu.

Le Menu

To Hydrate

Vin D'Orange 

To Nibble

Fresh Baked Cream Crackers

Watercress Hummus

Wild Garlic Pesto 

To Begin

Hand Picked Nettle & Feta Cheese Parcel

w.Crunchy Salad 

To Cleanse

Cucumber Sorbet

To Feast

Bouillabaisse Fish Stew w.Rouille 

Bread for mopping

To Sweeten

A sort of Lemon Meringue Tart

To End

Herb Teas/Builders Tea/Espresso

Petits Fours

For those of you new to the experience of a supper club....you may have some questions;

Where does it happen?

This event will take place at my home in Dublin, (close to the city center) on Saturday 18th May @8.00pm finishing up around 11pm.

What will happen?

10 people will come together at one table, getting to know each other, over the shared experience of a meal.

Can you bring your own wine/beer?

Yes you can- you will receive a welcome drink on arrival but please bring your own beverages for the rest of the evening.

What will it cost?

There is a suggested donation of E35.

What should you wear?

Dress as you would if going out for dinner.

Any house rules?

How do I book?

Places are limited and remember it's first come first served -to reserve your place please email me. As soon as I am able to confirm your place you will receive an email.

theopendoorsupperclub@gmail.com

Please alert me, when booking, to any special dietary requirements you may have and within reason I will do my best to cater for you.

Peas & love,

Aoife x