What ATF Insiders could win in February!

As you sit trying to remember what the sun looks like, and wondering whether you'll ever have dry shoes again, just think - we could be dropping into your inbox with a brilliant prize this Wednesday. If you're already an Insider, you’re automatically entered into our monthly draws, with nine of the best prizes handpicked by us, from some of the best restaurants, hotels and food businesses around.

February’s draw will take place on Wednesday 18th, with the winners announced on social media and contacted directly by email. If you’re not an Insider yet, you can join before midnight tomorrow, Tuesday 17th and you’ll be in the running too! Along with other benefits like getting access to exclusive content, weekly insider intel, invites to the best restaurant events in Dublin and more. Here’s what's up for grabs this month…

1) €200 voucher for The Stapleton

The Stapleton has just opened in Powerscourt Townhouse on South William Street (where Farrier and Draper used to be), and while the street has no shortage of places to drink, they're not trying to compete on noise. The handsome two-floor bar has been built for people who want to enjoy "Georgian elegance with modern mixology", and their signature cocktails include the Cantaloupe Vodka Smash, and the Fig Bourbon Old Fashioned. It works just as well for a quick pint as it does for a long evening that accidentally runs late, and while the main bar is walk in only, you can book into the lounge upstairs if you've got a cocktail-worthy occasion coming up. Winning a €200 voucher to spend there would be the icing on the margarita cake. Check out The Stapleton here.

2) Weekend roast for two at The Shelbourne

There are roasts, and then there's The Shelbourne's roast. Served in The Saddle Room, the main event is served from a trolley and carved tableside, for old-school theatre in the best possible way. With all the comforting excess you’d hope for from a grand hotel dining room, we're talking about the sort of lunch that encourages you to cancel any ambitious plans for the rest of the day, i.e. our perfect Sunday (or Saturday as they serve it both days). We've got a weekend roast for two with a bottle of wine to give away this month, and if you're feeling tempted you can check out the menu here.

3) A Chinese New Year feast for two at Kaizen

Kaizen is marking the Chinese New Year with a one-night, eight-course tasting menu designed for lingering, on Thursday 26th February. Expect refined Cantonese cooking, thoughtful dishes, and an evening that feels like an occasion without the formality. Starting at 18:00, the €60 tasting menu includes a glass of Prosecco and live Chinese harp music, and reservations can be made before Wednesday 19th February by calling them on 01 824 3388. Check out the menu here.

4) A supper club experience for two at Overends Kitchen in Airfield Estate

Overends Kitchen at Airfield Estate, Dublin’s only working urban farm set across 38 acres in Dublin 14, is launching their new supper clubs this March, with a carefully curated menu led by what the land is producing that month. Starting on Saturday 14th March, tickets are €80 for a three course menu including a welcome drink, with ingredients sourced from their farm, dairy and vegetable gardens, alongside some other carefully chosen local producers. There are also optional wine pairings and a cheese course, and the restaurant's team will be there to guide guests through the evening. Tickets are limited and available through Eventbrite, but we've got two to give away for the March event worth €160. Check out the Overends Kitchen website or follow them on social media for more.

5) A €100 voucher for Twist Bakery

Twist is a brand new bakery in the middle of Temple Bar, focusing on handcrafted pastries, laminated viennoiserie, and specialty coffee. Everything in here is homemade, even the syrups for their coffee, and there's also gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options, so no one's left out. Founded by Cleidiane and Patrick, the star bakers in house are Marija Lacic and Laura Munroe, both bringing years of skills and pastry knowledge to Dublin's newest addition. We've got a €100 voucher to give away this month so someone can head in for the full Twist experience. See what they're up to on Instagram here.

6) A Premium AeroPress worth €190

The AeroPress has long been a favourite among coffee lovers for good reason -it's fast, forgiving, and consistently excellent. The French Press alternative now has a premium version, keeping the same clever simplicity but adding glass and metal components to make it feel reassuringly substantial. It's ideal for anyone who likes only the best coffee without the complicated rituals, and a great present for any coffee drinker. We've got a Premium AeroPress to give away to one lucky winner this month, and you can check it out here.

7) Al Dente pasta at home experience for two

Al Dente’s pasta kits are essentially a very good excuse to stay in and cook something much nicer than normal, at a fraction of the price of going out. Fresh pasta, proper sauces, tiramisu, and even the tools to put it together, all designed to recreate the sort of meal that reminds you why Italian food is so hard to beat. This month's prize includes fresh lasagna sheets; ravioli filling; a wooden-handled ravioli cutter; a signature sauce; two jars of tiramisu, an Al Dente tote bag, and recipe instructions for the full Italian dining experience at home. They're throwing in a €50 voucher too so you can throw in some add ons of your choice. Check out their shop here,

8) €100 voucher for patisserie from The Sugar Dealer

Caketopia’s cakes prioritise flavour over theatrics, which is the correct order of things, although who could argue with their looks either? These are the kinds of cakes people remember eating — bright, balanced and unexpected — and having tried their Christmas selection, we can honestly say we were WOWED by what was on the inside. We've got a €100 voucher to give away to one lucky Insider this month to spend on anything you'd like from their shop, and this could be a very useful prize with Mother’s Day approaching.

9) A Dublin Food Chain hamper worth €120

Dublin Food Chain was created to champion and encourage the flourishing Co Dublin food sector, with all four Local Enterprise Offices involved in showcasing and supporting the county's most innovative new food producers. They've hand-picked a hamper full of products for one of our Insiders this month with a value of €120, featuring brand new drinks, ethically crafted bean-to-bar chocolate, traditional Mexican salsas, authentic West African cooking sauces, award-winning sweet treats and more. Check out Dublin Food Chain here.

If you want to be in the draw you know what you have to do - sign up to ATF Insiders by midnight on Tuesday 17th February. We’ll be picking winners on Wednesday 18th February, so keep an eye on your inbox, and if you’re not an ATF Insider yet, this is your sign to jump on board. If you are an ATF Insider, then keep your fingers crossed. Sign up here.