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TUCANO OPENS TOMORROW REPLACING EATOKYO AT 11 CAPEL STREET

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PHOTOGRAPHED FRIDAY 31 JANUARY 2025

As already mentioned Eatokyo on Capel Street closed last Sunday [26 January 2025]. Tomorrow, less than a week later, Tucano opens at the same location and hopefully they will be a major addition to Capel Street which is developing as the best alternative to Temple Bar. As I have a policy of supporting local restaurants I plan to visit Tucano over the weekend.

THE INSTITUTE OF ART, DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY DUN LAOGHAIRE

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PHOTOGRAPHED 30 JANUARY 2025

The Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Dun Laoghaire (IADT) is a leading higher education institution in Ireland, specialising in the creative, cultural, and digital technology sectors. It has a strong reputation for fostering creativity and innovation, and its programmes are designed to equip graduates with the skills needed to succeed in these dynamic industries.

History:

IADT’s origins can be traced back to the late 1960s with the establishment of an art foundation course at the Dún Laoghaire College of Art and Design (DLCAD). Over the years, DLCAD expanded its offerings and gained recognition for its excellence in art and design education. In 1997, it was granted institute of technology status and became the Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Dun Laoghaire. This marked a significant milestone in its development, allowing it to further broaden its range of programmes and establish itself as a prominent player in the Irish higher education landscape.

Today, IADT offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including:

Film and Media: IADT is home to the National Film School, a renowned institution that has produced Oscar, BAFTA, and IFTA-winning alumni. It offers programmes in film and television production, animation, photography, and more.

Art and Design: IADT has a strong tradition in art and design education, with programmes in visual arts, design for film, graphic design, and user experience design.
Technology and Humanities: IADT recognises the importance of technology and humanities in the creative industries. It offers programmes in creative computing, applied psychology, business and digital technology, and arts management.

IADT is committed to providing its students with a cutting-edge learning environment, fostering collaboration and innovation. It has strong links with industry, ensuring that its programmes are relevant and meet the needs of the creative and technology sectors. The institute also places a strong emphasis on research and development, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in its fields of expertise.

IADT has grown significantly since its establishment, with a student population of over 2,500. It continues to evolve and expand its offerings, adapting to the changing demands of the creative and technology industries.

EATOKYO ON WELLINGTON QUAY – TEMPLE BAR AREA OF DUBLIN

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WEDNESDAY 29 JANUARY 2025

I first visited Eatokyo on Wellington Quay on the 27th December 2018 as all of my favourite restaurants were closed for Christmas. For various reasons I did not visit again but I began visiting their restaurant on Capel Street as soon as the Covid restrictions were relaxed and I became a regular customer and met with a few friends every Wednesday for lunch – we were referred to as the “Wednesday Table”. Also as they were one of the few restaurants to open on New Year’s day it was there that I had my birthday celebration.

Anyway, I had lunch here today and was more than pleased. The food is the same, the staff are equally friendly and professional but the prices are somewhat more expensive and the clientele is different as they do not appear to depend on local workers and shop owners. The be fair I had expected that Eatokyo on Capel Street would increase their prices in 2025 but instead they closed on Sunday 26th January.

Going forward – the “Wednesday Table” has become the “Thursday Table” but the members have decided to relocate to a different restaurant on Capel Street rather than a restaurant in Temple Bar on the South Side of the river, mainly because they all use the Luas Red Line service. Myself, I will be visiting Eatokyo in Temple Bar at least once a week (all going well).

EATOKYO IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPLACED BY TUCANO PLUS

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DAY TWO 28 JANUARY 2025

As already mentioned in an earlier post Eatokyo on Capel Street closed on Sunday [26 January 2025]. Within a week or two Tucano+ will open at the same location and I plan to visit them on their opening day. Especially as the he new restaurant will feature some really interesting urban art.

Tucano appears to be a relatively new arrival to Dublin, focusing on Brazilian cuisine. Their existing restaurant has garnered attention for its vibrant atmosphere and authentic Brazilian dishes.

Tucano Plus: The new Capel Street location, dubbed “Tucano Plus”, is being touted as an “upmarket” version. The intriguing addition is the “special sushi menu”, a nod perhaps to the location’s previous occupant and a potential bid to attract a wider audience.

Eatokyo:

Wellington Quay: While an exact opening date for their first location on Wellington Quay is tricky to pin down without further digging, it appears they were established there for a good number of years, becoming a popular spot for Japanese cuisine in Temple Bar. Their website mentions it being a “peaceful haven” by the River Liffey, suggesting it was a well-loved fixture. I first visited this restaurant at Christmas 2018 and have some photographs to prove it but for some reason I never visited it since then

Expansion: Eatokyo later expanded to two other locations:
Capel Street: This branch, now taken over by Tucano Plus, aimed to bring “the finest Asian street food to the heart of the city”. Since the ending of Covid restrictions I have visited at least once a week.

Talbot Street: Also taken over by Tucano, this branch was praised for its “bento boxes and sushi selections” and described as having a “modern atmospheric restaurant” vibe.

HANOI HANOI IS AN EXCELLENT VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT ON CAPEL STREET

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DUBLIN 27 JANUARY 2025

Hanoi Hanoi is a Vietnamese restaurant on Capel Street in Dublin, owned and operated by a Vietnamese family. While the premises has housed various Asian restaurants with different names over the years, it has now returned to its roots, offering an upscale dining experience focused on authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Since reopening after the Covid-19 pandemic, Hanoi Hanoi has focused on dinner service, with restricted opening hours. The menu features classic Vietnamese dishes like pho and bun cha, but with a more refined presentation and ambience.

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