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Postby katekost » Fri Jun 22, 2012 6:31 pm

Hello all ,Im from Macedonia and I do love Irish culture and way of living ...Im planing to open an Irish pub in my city ..and as Im not Irish i will really appreciate any suggestions and Ideas...much love and thanks! :)
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Re: Irish pub

Postby JohnM » Fri Jun 22, 2012 7:06 pm

I think the main thing, in terms of atmosphere, is not to have loud music (unless you have a band) and don't have things like slot machines or the like. A good selection of Irish whiskey, of course. And stout.
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Re: Irish pub

Postby DavidH » Fri Jun 22, 2012 8:06 pm

What The Local in Minneapolis did was very clever: create a refreshing "signature drink" (just Jameson, ginger ale, lime, ice in their case) and get everyone to drink it. Really made a feature out of the Irish whiskey and the Irish pub theme.
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Re: Irish pub

Postby Good Whiskey Hunting » Sat Jun 23, 2012 2:34 am

Hi katekost, welcome.
Allot would depend on where your opening the pub.
If you are in Ohrid, then its more tourist Irish pub. Copy and paste Paddywackery, with a food theme. I say this because it's all tourist and seasonal,very little local trade because it's pricey. In bigger cities like Skopje or Bitola(excuse spelling,using phone,and cant search) you'll rely more on local trade i'd feel and a speciality drinks would always work. A cocktail section is a good idea, although not really Irish, you'll still need to pay rent. I've never been to Skopje but i'm sure it's the same a Bitola with one single street getting all the attention. It's a beautiful country and will soon be discovered as a ideal holiday location. I would love to get back there.
It would be hard to get Irish trad music but i'm sure local talent is good. It's all about the atmosphere. I wish you well and when you get off the ground i'll try visit.
Of course a good whiskey menu is a must.
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Re: Irish pub

Postby katekost » Sat Jun 23, 2012 5:09 pm

Thank you so much guys!
The pub will be in Kumanovo..thats like the second largest city in macedonia and a very nice place..im looking forward to be a really great and warm place so everyone would feel like at home..i'll keep you posted how its going ...and sure once open you are all invited!! :)
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Re: Irish pub

Postby Pudge72 » Sat Jun 23, 2012 5:21 pm

Good luck with this new venture, and keep us posted as the idea progresses to reality!
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Re: Irish pub

Postby Good Whiskey Hunting » Mon Jun 25, 2012 2:15 am

katekost wrote:Thank you so much guys!
The pub will be in Kumanovo..thats like the second largest city in macedonia and a very nice place..im looking forward to be a really great and warm place so everyone would feel like at home..i'll keep you posted how its going ...and sure once open you are all invited!! :)


I'll speak to some Macedonian friends of mine and arrange a trip when your set up. I've tried various lagers but the nicest I've ever tasted is Macedonian, Scopjka or something, Please excuse my spelling.

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