Restaurant Letter – Ireland

Dinner in Ireland’s First Certified Organic Restaurant Awaits!

 

The Strawberry Tree Restaurant

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My Dear Food aficionados,

Treat yourself to one of the best meals in Ireland. But this opportunity will be available for a limited time only. Plus, there are a few other benefits Interested?

Close your eyes and imagine the autumn flowers and trees with leaves full of reds, yellows and greens, gently tossing in the breeze. Blue skies overhead and the stream’s waters bubbling over rounded stones, and those warm balmy Autumn evenings, breathing in the heady scent of Wintersweet, Algerian iris and Honeysuckle. You are going to love this place.

You will stay at the multi-award winning BrookLodge & Macreddin Village, which lies in the picturesque Wicklow Valley. As you step out of the car, calm with a warm autumn breeze caressing you, you can relax as the gentle smile from the staff ease your way at check-in.

Relax and Unwind

Unwind with a quiet stroll in the gardens. The stream flows through the gardens exiting under an ancient stone bridge. Listen to the soothing tones of doves cooing, crows calling and across the spacious lawn, the wild chickens and ducks’ debate over who is going to walk into Reception next. And, then as the path nears the little chapel, warbling waters flowing tirelessly over the riverbed of small rocks, easing your busy mind.

Back in your room, ready yourself in the luxurious suite with simple Irish comforts. Let yourself unwind even more. Settle into a deep bath filled with the products from the onsite Spa and soak yourself, and breathe slowly.

Relax.

As the evening arrives, you can head to the bar for an aperitif and sit beside an open fire with the relaxing scent of Irish turf burning softly in the hearth, bringing a warm glow to the room.  Then the time comes, and you can enter the Strawberry Tree restaurant.  The Strawberry Tree is the first certified organic Restaurant in Ireland, hidden deep in the Wicklow hills. In my mind, the top Restaurant in its class.

“Strawberry Tree Restaurant … very special, up there with Michelin Star restaurants.”

An incredible explosion of flavours is in store for you with quiet sophistication and elegance.

What will you try for starters of the regular 5-course menu? Wild shellfish broth perhaps or Wild Wood Pigeon with broad beans and Baby Gem. Or maybe St Tola Goat’s Cheese with Baby Beets, Hazelnut and Wild Pineapple Weed.

I wonder after a Wild Elderflower Sorbet will you relish the 30-day Aged Irish Beef Fillet with Onion, Wild Ramson and Full Bone Gravy. Alternatively, you may want Wild Halibut from Kilmore Quay or Monkfish out of Dunmore East caught that morning.  I wonder if you indulge and sample the delights from Healy’s Farm, just down the road, the fresh wild game or maybe you fancy their famous Ricotta, Squash, Fresh Egg Pasta, Pine Nuts with Burnt Butter!

The choices are mouth-watering.

But my friend, my recommendation to you is to put the choice in their hands, as I did and let them tantalise your senses with the Organic and Wild Food Sample Tasting Menu with paired wines.

Nine courses of pure art.  Edible art from the Hedgerow, the Fields, the Sea and the Farm.  It is one mouth-watering sensation after another, and if you are lucky, they will feature —-Wild Sloe, Dark Chocolate Fondant with Wild Beech Booze Bilberries from the local farms. I can tell you it is a fantastic end to a stunning meal.

You are in for a taste extravaganza —–but don’t take my word for it. Here’s what some people have posted about the place:

Philip William Jackson                                                     FIVE STARS

……. The food in The Strawberry Tree was exquisite; however, I’d recommend not gorging oneself on the delicious bread, keeping enough stomach space for the desserts that will make you weep with joy! Our room was spacious, and we enjoyed a wonderful view of the glorious grounds, including a team of ducks. ….. If you’re looking for a substantial country retreat, this is the place for you. Great outside spaces for strolls or sitting, large sofas for lounging, and a staff of people so willing to make you feel welcome and special.

 

Hotel guest                                                                          FIVE STARS

We enjoyed our Golf play and stay, two nights, including dinner in the Italian Restaurant and a round of golf on the amazing Macreddin Golf Course. We also had dinner in the Strawberry Tree Restaurant, which was very special, up there with Michelin Star restaurants. The food in the bar was also excellent. We found all the staff to be very friendly and welcoming. Any questions or requests we had were dealt with very professionally. The chickens and ducks definitely added to the overall atmosphere of being away in the country, but we were only about an hours drive from Dublin!

 

Aine Fitzgerald                                                                   FIVE STARS

BrookLodge hotel Wells and Spa exceeded our expectations. The staff are very welcoming, and our room was beautiful. We choose the 9-course tasting dinner in the Strawberry Tree Restaurant, and it was exceptional. Breakfast was delicious. The landscape is fabulous with the free-range hens walking past give a feel of a real natural retreat! Also, the Spa is terrific. Still feeling the benefits of a full body massage. We will be back. It’s a hidden gem!

Don’t Forget the Spa!

So Yes! Did I forget to mention the Spa!  As a bonus, you can chill in the Spa the next day after an excellent organic breakfast in the breakfast room next to The Strawberry Tree Restaurant.

Choose from the following 1 hour Wells Spa Treatments:

  • BABOR Spa Experience – A sublimely relaxing and results-driven treatment, focusing on the areas usually most demanding of attention. This spa experience incorporates a BABOR Back Treatment, Scalp Massage & Prescriptive Facial.
  • Lucy Annabella Organics Scalp Experience – A relaxing and de-stressing scalp massage to help improve circulation, ease muscle tension and relieve headaches. De-stress the mind while we nourish your hair and scalp with sensational Lucy Annabella Organic oils. A select blend of essential oils, penetrates, tones, and treats the scalp. It is completed with a hand and arm ritual, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and relaxed.
  • Dry Flotation Therapy – Relax and unwind on the Dry Float bed. While cocooned in the Dry Float, the heat will aid aches and pains and boost poor circulation.

*Alternative treatments available on request, supplement applies.

So you will get:

  • 3 Night’s Bed & Breakfast
  • Dinner in the best Organic Restaurant in Ireland, which should have a Michelin Star! It won’t be long before they are awarded that honour.

The Sunday Business Post featured one of Tim Daly’s, The Head Chef, favourite desserts. Woodruff Panna Cotta with rhubarb and shortbread biscuits.  The Restaurant has won The Good Eating Guide, The Irish Food and Wine and The Irish Restaurant Awards.

  • You can enjoy the grounds and relax before the meal.
  • You can enjoy one of the unique restaurants on this island.
  • After your meal, you may be treated to a tour of The Wild Foods Pantry – a treasure trove of Wild Foods that have been foraged and preserved by The Strawberry Tree Brigade. It was a fantastic experience.
  • You can then relax in the sumptuous bed and wake revived to a breakfast treat in the breakfast room.
  • Also, you get a choice of a 1-hour Treatment each at The Wells Spa

The price for this usually is €665.

But today it is yours for from €290pps Midweek.

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Weekend and Single Room Supplements Apply

 

Belinda Price                                                          FIVE STARS

What a beautiful resort in a gorgeous location.  The room was beautiful with a big comfortable bed and a choice of feather pillows (which I love). The facilities in the room were first rate. I cannot think of a thing to criticise about the hotel. The staff are so helpful and welcoming, and nothing was too much trouble. Do yourself a favour – stay here!

 

Ruth Ryan                                                   FIVE STARS

We had a lovely stay at Brooklodge. The room was very comfortable, the Spa was lovely and clean, and the treatments were delightful. Dinner at the Strawberry Tree restaurant was exceptional. All the staff went above and beyond, and we will be returning soon.

Best regards, Ruth and Ger

 

Do you want to be Active?

Possibilities to fill your days are if relaxing is not your thing:

  • The Macreddin Golf Course, described by Golf World Magazine as “Outstanding and Truly Spectacular”, was designed by European Ryder Cup Captain Paul McGinley.
  • BrookLodge & Macreddin Village is surrounded by many inviting places in the Wicklow countryside
    • Glendalough, The Sally Gap, The Wicklow Way, Avondale House, Wicklow’s Historic Gaol, Russborough House, Brittas Bay and Avoca to mention a few.
    • As an added value, you can get discounts on the admission to some of these County Wicklow hotspots.
  • The Macreddin Trail (Approx. 6km) is a lovely walk along country roads and lanes surrounding the hills of Macreddin Village. The scenery is breathtaking, and your eyes can take you for miles in the distance with the fantastic landscape and colours of the County Wicklow countryside.
  • The BrookLodge is the ideal place to start your cycling trip with easy access to quiet country roads. Bikes, helmets and trail maps available at Reception upon request.

The staff would also be happy to prepare a Macreddin Village Backpack, or a Macreddin Village Picnic Hamper for you to take on your travels. Just give them a little notice.

This offer is for September & October only.  But time is short! 

Bookings for this Restaurant are at a premium, but there are a few dates still available.

Remember – priced individually. It runs out at €665 per person. So, take advantage of the extra special offer a greater than 50% discount!

Cost of Package: From €290pps Midweek

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P.S.    I challenge you not to fall in love with this place! Come and enjoy a memorable meal in this Hidden Treasure in the green hills of the Wicklow mountains.  Book Now or ring our friendly staff at Tel: 0402 36444 Intl: + 353 402 36444.

Not near a phone and have a question Email us at  info@brooklodge.com

Oh and Enjoy a FREE glass of bubbly at check-in!