We're living through a time where there are so few ways to truly treat yourself. Long gone are the days of after work drinks. The idea of a last-minute European city break feels like a distant memory. Even just a night of dancing in your local sweaty nightclub feels spectacularly out of reach for the moment.
One of life's small but exquisite pleasures that remains in our grasp is the luxury of ordering food to be delivered from your favourite restaurant, chipper or local Chinese extraordinaire to your front door.
In the absence of nights out, or even days out for that matter, the delivery of this precious cargo is considered by many to be one of the fastest remedies for lockdown blues known to man - and that's saying something when there's a vaccine being rolled out.
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If you haven't already explored the wonders of UberEats in your locality, there's never been a more opportune time to take the plunge as we've teamed up with the kind folk over there to give first time users a sweet €15.00 off their first order by using the code 'LADBIBLE15' on the app or website.
The offer is available until 11:55pm on April 30th so don't sit on this one for too long or you could miss the boat. The €15.00 doesn't cover the delivery fee and you must spend a minimum of €15.00 to place an order.
We've even been so kind as to pull together a Top 10 wish-list of the dishes you need to try most. Read on to see what's on offer but be prepared as you may be left with an insatiable hunger that will have you reaching for your phone even sooner than you planned...
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Lamb Shish at Zaytoon
A Dublin institution, you really can't go wrong with an order from Zaytoon. The Lamb Shish is made with fillet and loin Irish lamb, marinated with garlic and fresh spices before being grilled on a skewer over charcoal. For just €11.00 this could be yours - what are you waiting for?
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Pork Tonkotsu Ramen at RamenCo
Available for a very reasonable €12.00, Tonkotsu ramen is the ultimate dish for anyone who might enjoy a broth that is bursting with so much flavour, it can be a struggle not to pick up the bowl and chug it like a glass of water. The best part is you'll be in the privacy of your own home so nobody will be there to judge you even if you do...
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Garlic Butter Fries at WOWBURGER
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Three words: garlic butter fries. There are truly no words to describe how utterly delectable these fries are so we're not even going to attempt it - just know that they need to be experienced to be fully understood. Needless to say, the burgers are also second to none, the clue is in the name after all. The fries are only €3.85 though they taste worthy of a €385 price tag.
Burrito at Boojum
Boojum has been a trusted companion to hungover college students and busy office workers in Ireland for well over a decade now and the reason for this is simple - amazing quality ingredients and expert folding technique. We've all experienced the trauma of watching your burrito be overstuffed, carelessly folded, and feebly handed to you by an ashamed counter worker as both they know, and you know, the moment you tear the first strip of foil off that burrito it's going to collapse into a pathetic, sloppy mess on your tray.
Well friends, never in Boojum. Expect nothing less than a beautifully crafted wrap that is packed with sumptuous meat, fresh veg and that all important guacamole for texture - and it's only going to set you back €7.75.
20 Chicken McNuggets Sharebox at McDonald's
Let's not even get into it because there's no need - McNuggets are as delicious as they are iconic. Feel free to interpret the reference to sharing in 'Sharebox' as you see fit.
Sushi at Yamamori
Yamamori is one of the longest standing and best sushi restaurants in Dublin, famous for always providing an amazing sit-in dining experience. Thankfully, while we wait for it to open its doors once again, we can still enjoy its world-class sushi platters which include everything from your classic California rolls and sashimi, to more adventurous options like the divine Ebi Tempura Masago.
Pulled Pork at Smokin Bones
The days are getting longer but let's face it - it will be a while before we have the BBQs out. In the meantime, why not enjoy a BBQ feast delivered to your doorstep from Dublin's Smokin' Bones? There's every type of delicious BBQ meat you could hope for, we are particular fans of the pulled pork dish however.
Meat Me In Inchicore Pizza at Rascals Brewing Company
Pizza and a craft beer - an unbeatable duo perhaps? This pepperoni gem is available from Rascals Brewing Company in South Dublin which also, as the name might suggest, brews its own brand of tasty pale ales, IPAs and lager. The perfect treat to simulate summer evenings of yesteryear.
Japanese Soufflé Pancakes at Kakilang
We're just going to say it - not enough people have considered the possibilities of having dessert, and dessert only, delivered to them on a whim. We couldn't imagine a better way to cheer yourself up or celebrate the end of the week than by treating yourself to these Japanese-style pancakes, as soft and fluffy as they are jiggly.
King Prawns Tagliatelle at Rea's Bistro
Seafood pasta is such a simple but reliable taste of luxury when you need it most. Made with garlic and chilli prawns, topped with cherry tomatoes, spinach and white wine, this dish will transport you to the streets of Pisa or the rolling hills of Tuscany on first bite.
If you've managed to make it this far without drooling a little, you've done well! Now the only thing left to do is get your order in and sit staring at your driver's progress as he drives towards you carrying a short-term solution to all of life's problems.
Oh, and one final thing - don't forget to tip your driver when all is said and done. Delivery drivers truly are the knights in shining armour of the modern age, and it's been a hard year for everyone, so please be sound and pay it forward while you devour your meal!
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