East London brewery 40FT has always been big on stout, so it’s no surprise that it’s going all out for St Paddy’s, with special menus, live rugby and some top quality beers available at both the original Dalston microbrewery and its recently-opened Walthamstow taproom.
Fond of an Irish coffee? Head to Dalston to try whisky-loving cocktail bar Swift’s signature rendition of the hot toddy at a pop-up bar from 2pm to 7pm, while enjoying food from neighbouring live fire restaurant Acme Fire Cult. Meanwhile, the Blackhorse Road taproom is partnering with London seafood supplier Rocks Oysters for three all-you-can-slurp oyster sessions (90 minutes of non-stop shucking for £37.50 per head) plus ice cold pints, Irish stew and live entertainment from trad bands.
Both sites will be pouring three different varieties of the black stuff throughout the day, as well as screening Ireland’s Six Nations head-to-head with Scotland, kicking off at 2.10pm, for the rugger fans. Sláinte!