We have lots of great events happening over the coming weeks across Dublin city!

We all love getting out for a great meal with the family, enjoying the best entertainment or having great chats with a few mates over pints or Aperol Spritz. With this in mind we have put together some of the fun happenings across our Dublin City Venues. Maybe you’re looking for an excuse to get the gang back together or maybe your work team need a kick back after a well worked first quarter. You are sure to find something fun here!

FORAGED, Taste the Wild with Glendalough Irish Gin at Café en Seine

Café en Seine hosts FORAGED, a three-course wild foraged food tasting event with Glendalough Irish Gin 🍸

Taste the wild at FORAGED; once off, not-to-be missed event comes as connoisseurs from the Café en Seine kitchen team and Glendalough Irish Gin join together to create a bespoke menu of wild, foraged foods and carefully curated cocktails 🌱🌿

Glendalough Irish Gin is made using fresh, wild botanicals, foraged each day by their full-time Forager in the heart of Wicklow. We’re bringing a taste of Glendalough to Dublin with this exclusive foraged food event. Taste the wild with a local, seasonal menu foraged by the kitchen team and lead by Head Chef Stephen Gibson, that will showcase Wicklow’s freshest, wild ingredients and incredible quality 🍓

The three course tasting menu is carefully curated with three Glendalough Irish Gin cocktails🍸

This exclusive event takes place on Friday June 2nd with two sittings, either at 5.30pm or 8.30pm. Tickets cost €58pp, excluding booking fee.

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‘La Dolce Vita’ Brunch in NoLIta with Malfy Gin

Nowhere encapsulates the spirit of Italy quite like ✨ The Amalfi Coast ✨

Your favourite Italian eatery and stylish gin are coming together to bring you this once-off trip to the flavour the Amalfi Coast known for it’s breathtaking beauty and delicious cuisine.

Inspired by the Amalfi Coast lifestyle, which embodies the essence of ‘La Dolce Vita’, we invite you to sit back and enjoy with every bite and sip ‘the Italian way‘ 🍋

Bringing you the taste of Italy with 100% Italian meats, cheeses pasta and of course Malfy Gin, distilled in Italy, which uses some of the finest botanicals including handpicked juniper, Italian lemons, and fresh Sicilian pink grapefruit.

Join us for ‘La Dolce Vita’ or the ‘Sweet Life’ as we embrace all things Italian. Play with sweet and bitter flavours as you learn how to make the perfect Malfy Gin cocktail with Brand Ambassador Andrew Dickey in this immersive brunch experience.

🍋 Malfy Rosa Gin & Tonic on arrival 🍋

🍸Create your own Malfy Gin drink 🍸

🍝 Enjoy a delicious bespoke Italian brunch menu 🍝

📸 Get your Instagram pic under the floral arch, or photo wall 📸

🎶 Bop to the beat of the southern Italian Coast with our DJ 🎶

🎲 Win prizes 🎲

Ticket includes: Entry to the Venue, an Authentic Italian NoLIta Brunch Main and 2 Malfy Gin Cocktails

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The Parisian Flower Market in Café en Seine with Tanqueray

One of Dublin’s most iconic and stunning venues, Café en Seine brings the life and floral essence of Paris this June with the Parisian Flower Market at Café en Seine with Tanqueray London Dry Gin.

This floral oasis of botanical elegance will transport visitors to the ‘Instagram-able’ occasion of the summer. Perfect for your picture-worthy brunch or lunch with paired, elegant, floral cocktails. Dream of Paris along the Parisian shop fronts under beautiful draping cherry blossom, hydrangeas and wisteria from this little Parisian haven hidden just off Dawson Street.

Taking inspiration from the Marché aux Fleurs et aux Oiseaux Cité which begin trading flowers and botanicals of all types nearly 200 years ago in central Paris, the same time Charles Tanqueray set up his Vine Street Gin Distillery in Bloomsbury. Charles Tanqueray inherited his name from his great-grandfather David, the first Tanqueray in England, who emigrated from France. Experimenting with the world’s finest botanicals, he created over 300 recipes to perfect the liquid and two hundred years on, the iconic green barrel-shaped gin bottle and the lustre of Paris’ open-aired markets are still known for their botanical brilliance – flowery and citrus in equal measure.

The Parisian Flower Market hand-crafted lunch and brunch cocktails include creations such as Berry Blossom, Queen Bee, Rosa Blush and Peach Petal. The beautiful floral garnishes at Café en Seine are sourced from the mother and daughter duo, Kathrine & Olivia – proud Grafton Street flower traders – just around the corner from the venue. The menu at Café en Seine revolves around great ingredients – whether it be their grass-fed, dry-aged Irish beef, sustainable seafood from around the Irish coast or the bread freshly baked every morning. Choose from dishes such as Crispy Chicken Wings, Vegan Café Bowl or the Café Burger.

Ditch your boarding pass and book your Parisian day trip to Café en Seine, contact the team by phone at (01) 677 4567 or email [email protected].

Lunch & Signature Tanqueray Flower Market Cocktails Served:
• Monday to Wednesday: 11:30am to 2:45pm
• Thursday & Friday: 11:30am to 2:15pm

Brunch & Signature Tanqueray Flower Market Cocktails Served:
• Saturday: 11:30am to 2:15pm
• Sunday: 11:30am to 3:45pm

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Summer Spritz Parties in NoLIta with Aperol

Wednesday 31st May

Summer is just around the corner in Dublin City! Our rooftop terrace has been turned into an Italian paradise with Aperol Spritz, Italy’s favourite aperitif, the perfect spot to chill and sip on a cold Aperol Spritz!

Join Aperol and Nolita to taste a refreshing Aperol Spritz or two! 🍊🍊

Immerse yourself in the brand and learn to make your own perfect serve Aperol Spritz 🍷🍾🧊🍊

Our DJ will be on hand providing upbeat tunes throughout the event.

Make some memories by snapping the moment with your friends 📸

Have the opportunity to win some Aperol branded swag 🕶️ and enjoy a few nibbles while you are with us 🥨

So go ahead and grab your tickets for you and your pals before they’re gone!

Disco DJ and live music entertainment playing your favourite hits 🪩

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We have lots of great events happening over the coming weeks across Dublin city!

We all love getting out for a great meal with the family, enjoying the best entertainment or having great chats with a few mates over pints or Aperol Spritz. With this in mind we have put together some of the fun happenings across our Dublin City Venues. Maybe you’re looking for an excuse to get the gang back together or maybe your work team need a kick back after a well worked first quarter. You are sure to find something fun here!

Kopparberg Drag Brunch at Opium with Davina Devine & Friends

Opium and Kopparberg introduce the ultimate drag brunch party event in Dublin City, Saturday 29th April!

Join the dusted Davina Devine, serving realness, for a day of drag performances, games, prizes and Kopparberg. With your favourite drag DJ Stephen Dowling to turn the party, playing the best of cheesy classic hits 💋🕺

Tickets are €22 and include 1x brunch main, 1 x Kopparberg, hours of drag fun, games, giveaways and entry to Botanical Garden afterparty! 🍜🍏🍺🍓

Tickets includes:

• 1x brunch main
• 1 x Kopparberg
• Hours of drag fun, games, giveaways and merch to be won!
• Entry to Botanical Garden afterparty!

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Summer Spritz Launch & BBQ Party in NoLIta with Aperol

Summer is just around the corner in Dublin City! Our rooftop terrace has been turned into an Italian paradise with Aperol Spritz, Italy’s favourite aperitif, the perfect spot to chill and sip on a cold Aperol Spritz!

For an electric evening in the heart of city, join us for an Italian BBQ from 4pm and choose from BBQ favourites such as Chicken Fillet & Nduja Burger or Calabrese Spicy Sausage Burger with our Fresh Pasta Salads 🍝🍔

Disco DJ and live music entertainment playing your favourite hits 🪩

Get Some Aperol branded SWAG 🕶️ and enjoy a free Aperol Spritz 🍊

Tickets €15 and include:

• Free Aperol Spritz for the first 20 people!
• NoLIta Italian BBQ
• Disco DJ and live music entertainment
• Insta-worthy moments worthy
• Aperol SWAG

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KOJAQUE plays an exclusive set in Whelan’s with Secret Orchard Festival

As an established film-maker and visual artist as well as a musician, Kojaque’s multi-media performances are unlike anything else in Irish hip-hop. It is honesty that consolidates his thoughtful, intelligent, cohesively human tracks. The gritty, intelligent and compelling style of the Dublin artist’s music has seen his popularity soar over the last year and his live shows have rave reviews from fans and notable people in the music industry, such as Nialler 9.

Watch the Eurovision with Victoria Secret and Baileys in The George

Dragged Up’s one and only Victoria Secret will lead the line at The George for the night, and in addition to watching the live final, expect incredible special guests and surprise performances from the likes of Pixie Woo and Marian Mary the 6th. If that wasn’t enough, Mother DJ Rocky T Delgado will be joined by GLAMO, spinning the decks into the early hours of the morning.

he song contest’s global sponsor for this year, Baileys is also proudly supporting the event, and as doors open at 7pm, every attendee will be treated to a delicious complimentary drink on arrival.

Sit Back and Sip on Ketel One at a World Class Festival Brunch in NoLIta

Diageo Reserve’s World Class brings the global World Class Cocktail Festival is coming to Ireland for the first time in 2023!

As part of the World Class Festival, featuring some of the biggest international and Irish names in the food and drink industry, NoLIta are hosting a Ketel One brunch which includes a brunch main and 2 Ketel One Vodka cocktails.

Choose your brunch main from the NoLIta brunch menu and 2 cocktails from the following Ketel One serves:

• Ketel One Espresso Martini
• Ketel One Soda
• Ketel One Bloody Mary

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The Mercantile Group is one of Ireland’s leading hospitality and entertainment groups with over seven unique venues based in Dublin City Centre, including Cafe en Seine, Opium, Pichet, NoLIta, Whelan’s and The George. We are committed to bringing a first-rate experience to our customers with the food we serve, the service we provide, the drinks we create and the events we host.
The Mercantile Group currently has an excellent opportunity for an experienced General Manager to join their team.

Responsibilities will include:
• Work with the Management Team to ensure the smooth running of the restaurant and bar area
• Manage employee rostering in order to control budgets and optimize expenses
• Implement and maintain exceptionally high standards and consistency throughout the restaurant and bar offerings
• Continually provide ongoing training to employees in food and beverage offerings to ensure it is positioned as a market leader.
• Direct and supervise all employees to meet standards and objectives, whilst motivating employees, and ensuring excellent customer service, and staff morale.
• Appropriately delegate duties and tasks to employees to maximise resources.
• Set and monitor quality and service standards, maximising revenue and profitability in line with budget expectations.
• Attend weekly management meetings.
• Ensure high levels of quality control, hygiene standards, and health & safety within your area of responsibility.
• Responsible for venue incident management

Key Requirements:
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience at management level
• High level ability in all aspects of food and beverage management and customer service.
• Distinguished knowledge and passion for quality food and drink.
• Must possess a passion and flair for customer service.
• Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and proactive problem-solving ability.
• The capability to make contributions to the creative and innovative side of the business.
• Immaculate grooming and personal presentation.
• Must be flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends, and late nights.
• Ability to adapt to new procedures, standards, and changes as directed by the company or legislation.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and HACCP requirements and legislation.
• All candidates must speak fluent English.

Click here to apply; jobs.ie

Team building activities can be used to achieve a wide range of both personal and business goals. Most notably, team building events are used to bring together every member of staff, aiding communication and teamwork across every area of the business. Additional transferable skills such as leadership, adaptability and problem solving are often picked up during these activities, too.

Discover an array of Dublin City based captivating alternatives to your tried-and-tested corporate team building activities.

1. Cocktail Making Classes at Nolita

Get the party started, with an engaging and relaxed cocktail making class, you’ll be mixing, shaking and creating your favourite cocktails in one of the city’s trendiest venues.  If you’re partial to a mojito or a cosmopolitan on a night out and feel inspired by the famous foursome ladies from Sex and the City, a Dublin cocktail making party is the ideal group bonding idea. Just watch the bartenders work their magic and learn the tricks of the trade while you enjoy drinking them.

The activity begins with an introduction to your bar tender, who will familiarise the group with the equipment (strainers, shakers, muddlers, glasses) used to make fabulous cocktails. After a short cocktail making demonstration the group will all learn how to create and shake their own cocktails together, this is the perfect time to take photos. After the cocktail making class is over, your group will be shown to some reserved seating, where you can finish your cocktails and enjoy some sharing food platters.

2. Silent Disco in Whelan’s

Ever since the demise of the disco era, the music party scene has not witnessed a major revolution or trend that captured people’s imagination. That is up until the concept of silent disco came into the picture. Here was an idea that took the best part of music parties and combined it with the advantages of socialising in a non-music setting

With thousands of events under our belt, we can provide live DJs, live entertainment, epic pre-recorded DJs, visual effects, lighting, TVs, demonstrations, live presenters and more. Our high quality, noise cancelling wireless headphones send crisp and clear audio.

3.Karaoke at Cocktail making at Opium Dublin

4.Sunday Paint & Prosecco at Café en Seine

The Mercantile Group have something for every business that needs corporate venue in Dublin. We have a large range of unique venues that can cater to your needs.

Extensive food and drink offerings mean we are truly versatile from large finger food platters, to halal meat and also signature cocktails that make your event extra special. We offer packages from parties as small as 6 to as large as 1,200 for get togethers such as BBQs, team building, quarterly parties, Christmas parties, karaoke, cocktail making classes, sit down meal or simply finger food and wine. We also offer multi-venue packages for smaller groups.

Check out our venues for more information; Café en Seine, The Crafty Fox, The George, The Mercantile, NoLIta, Opium, Pichet, Whelan’s