Ireland may not be famous for its sandwiches, but as I learned on a recent trip to Dublin, it makes some of the best bread I've ever eaten. Lucky for you, I've found a few ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day between the bread. Click through the photos to start the party.
Not every sandwich is a superstar, but even as mere sustenance, sandwiches are my favorite comfort. So today I conclude my Dublin sandwich coverage with the leftovers. And I mean that in the most affectionate way possible.
These two sammies weren't as noteworthy as the Paddy Jack's farmers lunch or as perfectly timed as the Honest to Goodness egg sandwiches, but they were surprisingly delicious. I downed the turkey and cranberry sub at a pub after a long hike, and it was better than I expected. Now check out the even bigger surprise.
High tea isn't something I normally partake in, but when given the opportunity, I will pounce on it — in a very ladylike manner, of course. So one day when Andrew had to work in Dublin, I booked myself an afternoon tea at the Merrion Hotel. Click on the gallery below to read all about it.
We arrived in Dublin at 8:30 a.m. after a virtually sleepless flight (even with the help of Ambien — ugh). After a little nap, we were hungry, and though it was afternoon, breakfast seemed like the appropriate choice.
My Lonely Planet guide recommended the sandwiches at Honest to Goodness, so imagine my delight when I realized the cafe was mere steps from our hotel. I ordered the Up Start (above): scrambled eggs and smoked salmon served on homemade wheat focaccia. It was then that I learned the first important lesson of my Dublin vacation: the Irish do bread (and really all baked goods) exceptionally well. Andrew got something a bit more decadent.
Before our trip to Dublin, I had my sights set on one sandwich: the Paddy Jack farmers lunch at the Temple Bar Saturday food market. We'd been salivating in anticipation ever since Andrew read about it in the New York Times, and it didn't let us down. Click on the gallery below for all the delicious details.
To kick off my Dublin sandwich coverage, here's a sandwich that has nothing to do with Ireland. But doesn't it look delicious? On our way to the airport, I made a not-so-quick stop at Saigon Sandwiches in the 'loin, and Andrew swung by to pick me up in a cab.
A bit excessive? Sure. But it beats crappy airport food. After all, it's important to start a vacation off on the right foot, and sometimes, that means starting at Saigon Sandwiches. What's the most ridiculous thing you've ever done to secure good food for a flight?
Between the Bread might be pretty quiet over the next week, because I'm going on vacation! Tomorrow, Andrew and I are headed to Dublin, Ireland, for some adventure, rainy weather, and pub food. Naturally, I'm looking for some sandwiches to try.
The New York Times recommends the Paddy Jack farmer's sandwich at Temple Bar market: blue cheese, lamb, and greens on olive bread. That definitely sounds worth trying, but I'd love some more suggestions. If you have sandwiches— or any other good food — to recommend in Dublin, please share in the comments!
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