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For those elegant evening meals, think of
fine crystal, white linen tablecloths, sparkling chandeliers, and...chilli
peppers! Dozens of stunning hand blown glass lamps, crystal renderings of
chilli peppers, suspended from the ceiling add a brilliant touch of flare to the
contemporary design of famed Avenue Restaurant. A bright red tufted backboard runs along one
wall, the matching fabric captured again in draperies and plush carpet: all
complemented by chrome chairs, white canvas, and a stainless steel bar. For an
at-home culinary touch, plump, healthy strings of dried peppers and garlic line
the walls of the open bar. The multi-level floor design imitates the natural
lines and curves of the restaurant's signature piece: the chilli pepper.
An evening's menu consists of originals
like Something Soup, Pressed Rabbit Terrine, Gressenham Duck Fillet,
Finnebrogue Venison, and Seared Mango Sea Bass. Main courses are served with
yet another of the restaurant's prides: fresh organic vegetables and fruits.
Noted also for its pairing of fine food
with fine wine, The Avenue includes offerings of the world-famous wines of
Cloudy Bay (named by infamous Captain Hook on his first voyage to New Zealand
in 1710).
With its unique decor in a sleek, modern
style, the Avenue Restaurant is airy, spacious and relaxing. The Avenue Restaurant has been recommended
for inclusion in the Michelin Guide 2007, the classic guide for exceptional
restaurants.
www.4seasonshotel.ie
Prices:
Starters: €4 - €10; Main Meals, €24 - €28;
Bottle, house wine, €30
Hours:
Tuesday thru Saturday From 6:00 pm
Sunday brunch 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Address:
Avenue Restaurant
4 Seasons Hotel
Coolshannagh Road
Monaghan, Co. Monaghan
www.4seasonshotel.ie
T: +353 47 81888
How
to get there:
From Dublin, N2 to Monaghan Town. At third roundabout, follow
sign to Town Centre. 4 Seasons immediately on right.
from Belfast, A3 to Monaghan Town. Take
first exit to town centre. 4 Seasons immeidately on right.
Written by Joy Davis - Summer of Travel 2007
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