Pictured: Catriona O’Connor & Fair City actor Asaf B Goldfrid; Andrea Roche; Michael Colgan & Michael Gambon. Pix Kieran Harnett

The iconic Toddy’s Bar & Brasserie in the Gresham Hotel has been refurbished with its stunning new interior now exuding a fresh and funky new style with sultry red, cream and dark chocolate tones complimenting its luxurious and sophisticated décor.

The venue was abuzz on Thursday evening for its relaunch party which attracted celebrities and media from all over town. Movie star Michael Gambon and the beautiful Andrea Roche were in attendance as was Mr World Kamal Ibrahim, the Irish Examiner’s Dublin based photographer Billy Higgins, stylist Sonja Mohlich, and 2FM’s Paddy McKenna.

Guests were serenaded by Spanish guitar and enjoyed Havana Club cocktails courtesy of master cocktail maker Roberto, mini manicures from French Beauty and fantastic food from the Brasserie including mini fish and chips!

One lucky winner walked away with a VIP night in one the Gresham’s stunning penthouses where film royalty such as Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly have stayed. After a set by the new resident DJ, guests toddled home in the wee hours with goody bags stuffed with Lily O’Brien’s Chocolates and Toddy’s vouchers and goodies!

Toddy’s Bar & Brasserie also launched its Christmas Party Nights every Friday and Saturday in December with tasty evening nibbles in a cool and calm atmosphere with the resident DJ until late.