Stack A Restaurant at the CHQ in the IFSC has launched a ‘Discover The Unexpected’ beer and food pairing menu.

Head chef Dan Keane said the four-course menu is a celebration of the versatility of beer, showcasing how its pairing with food can elevate a dish, while the food simultaneously brings out the beers’ flavours, aromas, and textures.

The beers are provided by craft brewer Urban Brewing, which operates the restaurant.

“The fact that we have input into the beer recipes prior to production enables us to think about the pairings from the outset and develop innovative dishes inspired by what we are brewing in-house,” said Keane.

The menu begins with Confit Tuna Rillette, Crisp Sourdough, Romesco accompanied by beer such as Urban Brewing Dry Hopped Kölsch. This is followed by Cured Fillet of Sea Trout, Trio of Beetroot, Blood Orange, Watercress accompanied by beer such as Urban Brewing Session Pale Ale.

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The next course is Duo of Irish Beef: 14 Hour Brewed Daub and Charred Rump, Smoked Potato, Forest Mushrooms, Baby Spinach, Braising Jus accompanied by Whiskey Barrel Aged Red Ale. To finish, diners will be served Toffee Cake, Miso Gelato, Caramelised Banana accompanied by Szechuan Stout.

The cost of the four course 'Discover the Unexpected' pairing menu is €60 per person, which includes matching beers (€45 without beer pairings).

Urban Brewing was established in 2017 by O’Hara’s Brewery and encompasses a microbrewery, two bars and the Stack A Restaurant which is located within the building’s underground vaults.