Food

  This summer, fall in love with food, Cork City, and maybe even each other, at Cork on a Fork Fest, taking place from August 13th–17th. Whether you're planning to impress someone new or celebrate a long-time flame, the festival is offering a jam-packed menu of nearly 100 food-filled events across the city, from pop-up feasts and fun tastings to foraging...

  Roll up your sleeves and get hands-on in an Irish country kitchen to experience the island’s food heritage, hospitality and a bit of craic.   Tasting local specialties is part of the fun of any trip but in Ireland you can go a step further and learn how to make them. Across the island there are many kitchen experiences that will...

Lovers of fine food and unique dining experiences will find Galway an epicurean delight.  Galway city, sitting on Ireland’s spectacular Wild Atlantic Way, is fast becoming a must-visit destination for those seeking superb local dishes, innovative chefs, and authentic culinary experiences. From fine dining to artisan food outlets there is much to be savoured in this bohemian city. The Pullman...

Connect with Ireland’s culture and join us on an Irish food adventure through the centuries St Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to enjoy some Irish food, such as Irish stew, brown soda bread, seafood chowder and maybe even a lesser-known dish such as Dublin’s coddle (a bacon, sausage and potato stew). Ireland’s food has a rich and interesting history...

The island of Ireland’s excellent culinary offering has been recognised with the award of three new Michelin stars. In its 2025 listing, the prestigious Michelin food guide has awarded a star to three Irish restaurants while three others have picked up a Bib Gourmand. At five-star Carton House in County Kildare, the Morrison Room, under the direction of 30-year-old head chef...

With parades in spades, music galore, tours, talks, trails and more, Northern Ireland celebrates St Patrick in style. Across Northern Ireland there will be plenty of lively St Patrick’s Day celebrations with parades and festival fun in the main towns and cities. But when it comes to celebrating Ireland’s patron saint and Irish culture, Belfast goes big. Starting on 1 March,...

Gear up for a new year with the hottest trends shaping travel right now What’s on travellers’ radar for 2025? Where are the go-to spots you don’t want to miss? As holidaymakers look to escape the frenetic routine of their daily lives and immerse themselves in nature, we’ve got the top travel tips for where to go in Ireland. Sun,...

One of the pleasures of exploring a new region is discovering the local food, and in Northern Ireland there are food tours aplenty to give you a flavour of the place. Ask anyone from Northern Ireland which foods they miss when living abroad and the region’s famous Tayto crisps will feature high on the list. If you’re wondering what...

For the perfect Christmas experience head to Ireland’s lively Christmas markets filled with fabulous artisan food, crafts, entertainment and festive cheer. Where better to soak up the festive vibe than at a sparkling Christmas market. Here are some of the top choices across the island of Ireland. Waterford Bigger and brighter every year, Waterford Winterval (15 November to 23 December) brings...

Find your perfect Irish pub for International Beer Day With over 7,000 pubs on the island of Ireland, it’s the ideal place to celebrate International Beer Day on 2 August. Here are just a few that have a claim to fame. The oldest Sean’s Bar, Athlone, County Westmeath, is officially the oldest pub in Ireland, having been serving alcohol since AD 900....