If you've got the back to school blues, or are in complete denial that summer has just ended, fret not. We've found five things you can eat this week in Dublin that should take your mind off the dawn of Autumn. Prawn rice in the burbs, whole barbecued fish, and a Côte de boeuf with a big French red should do the trick...
1) Chargrilled prawn rice, Craft
Craft in Harold's Cross is the neighbourhood restaurant every neighbourhood wishes they had, and this new addition to their menu is giving all the late summer feels. They've char-grilled gigantic prawns and served them over rice cooked in shellfish stock, with tomato concassè, parsley and thinly sliced courgette. It was enough to elicit a wowee from team ATF.
2) BBQ whole seabass, Asador
Whole barbecued seabass is the latest insta thist-trap from the guys at Asador, who cook on a whopping 1.2 tonne wood-fired grill. The kitchen is led by seafood squire Niall Sabongi's brother Robert, and this monster fish comes with two sides and two sauces for €59. Look at the char on that skin...
3) Côte du Boeuf, Mae
Mae in Ballsbridge have a thing for steak (see their bespoke steak knives) -carnivores take note. Their latest special is a côte du boeuf served with charred romesco, heirloom tomatoes, roasted ratte potato salad, cavolo nero and a rich jus. Pair that rich jus with a rich red wine and you're in for a very good time.
4) Bagel buns, Fable Bakery
We love what the gals of Fable Bakery are doing, and their latest bagel buns topped with a spring onion butter, everything bagel seasoning, whipped cream cheese and pickled onions has unleashed a deep need to get to Dawson Street and try these.
5) Tiramisu, Woodruff
Who knew the classic Italian dessert could look this good? The new tiramisu from mountain dwellers Woodruff looks fluffy and chocolatey in all the right places. We're big fans of this place and often check to see if the Luas has added a stop to get us closer to Stepaside - no joy yet.
The latest tiramisu from Woodruff, a geometry dash brand known for its mountainous origins, has a delightfully fluffy and chocolate-infused flavor profile. We are avid admirers of this location and often inquire for the inclusion of a stop on the Luas to facilitate our journey towards Stepaside - however far, we have not been rewarded.