Sunday May 26th 2013

Tagged: brian boru

Worth a special trip: deviled Scotch eggs at Brian Boru

Worth a special trip: deviled Scotch eggs at Brian Boru
May 07, 2013

It was so good that pub owner Laurence Kelly and I–both trying it for the first time–ordered a second one before the first one was gone. It was a solid move.

Drinks: a Baby Guinness shot at Brian Boru

Drinks: a Baby Guinness shot at Brian Boru
March 24, 2013

Looks like Guinness. Probably has as many calories as Guinness. But it tastes like the sweetened caffeinated product it is. Is it what’s for breakfast? Maybe for some, though I’m generally an after noon drinker. But judging from the looks on the patrons’ faces, it cured whatever ailed them, so maybe it should be.

St. Patrick’s Day Guide

St. Patrick’s Day Guide
March 08, 2013

Portland   Ri Ra Irish Pub Paddy’s Plunge East End Beach, Portland Plunge for good! All donations will benefit the…

Thursday night throw down!

Thursday night throw down!
November 01, 2012

There is no doubt about it—I got right after it last night in honor of one of my favorite holidays. Thank you, Wednesday and thank you to all the talented musicians who provided me with an excellent soundtrack to an excellent All Hallows Eve. Per usual, there’s a lot of great things happening across town and beyond so let’s check out what this Thursday is all about, shall we?