Ireland’s patron saint and national holiday will be celebrated in style at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park on Sunday, 16 March. The County Clare visitor attraction will kickstart its 2025 tourist season with a comprehensive programme of St. Patrick’s weekend entertainment featuring Irish music and dancing, storytelling, demonstrations of traditional Irish crafts and skills, and family fun activities. The world-famous 15th century castle also will join other famous landmarks [...]

Ciara Faherty, from Castlecourt Hotel’s Sales & Marketing team, Westport Co. Mayo, has been named the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) National Employee of the Year. Now in its eight year, the award celebrates and recognises hotel team members who have made an outstanding contribution to their workplace. Michael Magner, President of the IHF presented Ms Faherty with her award at the IHF’s Annual Conference in The Gleneagle [...]

The progressive, Cork-based Market Lane Restaurant Group has received a major boost to its 2025 recruitment drive by being named one of Ireland's Best Workplaces  2025, after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Ireland. The newly selected companies were announced on Wednesday 26 March 2025. The Market Lane Group was the only restaurant group to be recognised and it featured in the medium-sized organisations category. [...]

The Armada, a cherished landmark on the Wild Atlantic Way, has been awarded Local Business of the Year at the Irish Times Business Awards, held in association with Bank of Ireland. The award was presented at a prestigious ceremony in the Round Room of the Mansion House in Dublin. The winners were selected by a distinguished panel of judges chaired by Anne Sheehan, Executive at Microsoft. Owner of [...]

Are you a small, female-led business operating in the food, drink or hospitality sector in Ireland? Have you launched a new café or restaurant, created an exciting food or drink product, or opened the doors to a sweet B&B you’d like to see put more firmly on the map? To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, the sister agencies at Host House in Dublin — HOST and Studio Host — are offering three female owned businesses the opportunity to avail of [...]

A major hospitality group is urging companies to join it for a huge fundraising drive for hospices in Ireland following the ‘phenomenal care’ a colleague’s father received. Seán Graham’s dad, Brendan, 87, died under the care of staff at St Francis Hospice in Dublin’s Blanchardstown. Now Seán’s employers, hospitality multinational Prem Group, is backing the first ever ‘Your Finest Hour for Hospice’ drive, asking employees to donate [...]

The Joe Shannon Culinary Competition reflects Joe’s love for entertaining, his commitment to culinary excellence, and his boundless generosity. This inaugural competition will bring together chefs of all levels—from seasoned professionals to passionate home cooks—to showcase their talent, creativity, and love for food. The competition will feature two distinct categories: The first category is for ‘Hobby Chefs’ and the theme is Entertaining at home.  Participants will craft a two-course meal [...]

This spring, the charming harbour town of Dungarvan will once again host Waterford Festival of Food, Ireland’s longest-running celebration of food, community, and connection. Taking place from 25th to 27th April 2025, this highly anticipated event brings together locals and visitors to celebrate the rich food culture of the region, while fostering a sense of community and shared experiences. Over 75,000 visitors are expected to flock to [...]

On Monday evening, 10th February, at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum in Glasgow the 2025 Michelin Guide to Great Britain & Ireland was launched, announcing their new restaurant selection including the coveted Michelin stars. The Morrison Room at Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, is delighted to be one of the Irish Restaurants to be awarded a new Michelin Star.  Of The Morrison Room, The Michelin Guide says: “We all need a little [...]

The Lady Helen restaurant at Mount Juliet Estate has retained its Michelin star award for the 12th consecutive year. A tremendous achievement for Chef John Kelly and his culinary team. Celebrating the retention of its Michelin star award, Chef John Kelly said, “I am absolutely delighted to retain the Michelin star for the Lady Helen, and to do it for the 12th year, is just fantastic. We have custodian [...]

Luttrellstown Castle Resort won Gold in the ‘Small Wedding Hotel’ category in last night’s Gold Medal Hotel Awards which were held in The Galmont Hotel & Spa. Now in their 35th year, the Gold Medal Hotel Awards are recognised as the leading independent awards programme for the Irish hospitality industry. Judged by industry experts, the Awards recognise and reward excellence in hospitality and catering operations across the island [...]

The team at Castlemartyr Resort is once again celebrating as Terre restaurant has retained its two Michelin Star status at The Michelin Guide UK & Ireland awards ceremony in Glasgow tonight. Commenting on this achievement, Chef Patron Vincent Crepel at Terre said: “I am absolutely thrilled with the news that Terre has retained its two Michelin Stars. Firstly, to be awarded two Stars at last year’s ceremony was [...]

NEW DESTINATION DINING FOR DUBLIN – FAWN RESTAURANT AT THE CHANCERY HOTEL Whether you’ve travelled from a different country or a different postcode, Fawn, a new restaurant in The Chancery Hotel is now open in the historic Ship Street district just to the rear of Dublin Castle. Uniquely situated, central and yet secluded, the Chancery is the ideal location for a new restaurant cooking up fresh takes [...]

Visitors to Booth D55 at the 60th Anniversary CATEX 2025 – which will take place in The Royal Dublin Society, Simmonscourt, Dublin, Ireland on the 18th-20th February – will have the chance to see the latest packaging innovations from Sabert Corporation Europe. “We’re coming home to CATEX after a few years away, and we’re really looking forward to showing our latest foodservice packaging innovations to Irish customers,” proclaims [...]

The Neville Park Hotel Group is pleased to announce that its Christmas Community Donation Initiative, Dine Out & Donate, raised €21,736 for charities selected by its dedicated employees. During December, every meal purchased at the restaurants within the Neville Park Hotel Group, including Kelly’s Steakhouse and Charter Bar & Eatery at Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise, the Prom Bar and Alamo Steakhouse at Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy, [...]

Celebrate romance in style this Valentine’s Day at Conrad Dublin, with the return of the luxurious Claddagh Package. Combining 5-star accommodation, indulgent dining, and a unique Claddagh ring-making experience, this package is perfectly tailored for a romantic escape in the heart of Dublin. It offers an unforgettable opportunity to create special memories with your loved one. Your Valentine’s experience begins with a warm welcome in one of Conrad Dublin's bespoke suites, where comfort meets luxury. Upon arrival, a chilled [...]

Nine chefs at workplace services provider Sodexo Ireland recently celebrated becoming the inaugural graduates from the Sodexo WellChef Academy.  Its CPD accredited programme, developed by John Core, Sodexo’s culinary nutrition lead in Ireland, is designed to upskill and empower Sodexo Ireland-based chefs with advanced skills in nutrition and sustainability. They are Andrei Neamt, Mark Tobin, Chris Leech, Marianna Silvestri, David Sayce, Stephen Grimes, Jacob Kruger, John McCarthy and Fergal O’Rourke, who [...]

Galway’s Blas na Samhna festival has proven the power of collaboration in supporting Galway’s food and hospitality scene. The November month-long celebration of food, culture, and community has not only boosted individual businesses but highlighted the transformative impact of a connected food network working together to celebrate the richness of Galway’s culinary heritage. Against the backdrop of challenges faced by the food and hospitality industry, Blas na [...]

Majken Bech-Bailey, an internationally renowned sommelier and a pioneer in non-alcoholic pairings in some of the top Michelin star restaurants in the world, is proud to announce the launch of BÆK, her new range of non-alcoholic wine alternatives. Michelin-starred expertise Majken’s passion for creating sophisticated alcohol-free options began earlier in her career at Henne Kirkeby Kro, the two-Michelin star restaurant in her home country of Denmark, before [...]

Picado Mexican is set to open a new location in the vibrant Liberties district of Dublin this December - and they need your help to make it happen. After four years of planning and perseverance, Picado has secured new premises on Cork Street. They are transforming this L-shaped concrete space into their dream home, where they will host a variety of exciting new offerings. The new space [...]

Cork’s coffee houses will get a night-time boost next week with Coffee House Lates. This pilot initiative will see 12 independent cafés open late for an exciting range of free events on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. With everything from coffee tasting to live music, comedy, art, dancing, festive shopping, festive treats and knitting, Coffee House Lates will turn participating businesses into hubs of creativity and connection after dark. [...]

As the festive season approaches, many are planning pre-Christmas breaks, family gatherings, and cherished catch-ups with friends. The Imperial Hotel invites you to relive the joy and magic of your childhood Christmas with a dash of tradition and a sprinkle of wonder. From its traditional holiday décor to enchanting new festive features, Cork’s most historic hotel is ready to transform your Christmas getaway into a storybook experience. [...]

Yeats Country Hotel in Sligo has been placed on the market for sale by property advisor, Savills Ireland, with a guide price of €7m. This iconic 4-star hotel, a cornerstone of Sligo's hospitality industry, has been a beloved destination for tourists and locals alike for decades. Situated in the picturesque village of Rosses Point, the Yeats Country Hotel boasts a prime ocean front location. With stunning views of the Wild [...]

In a remarkable show of community spirit and corporate social responsibility, Amber Springs Hotel, Gorey has demonstrated its commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those who need it most. The hotel recently donated an impressive €16,591.02 to LauraLynn Ireland's Children's Hospice, underscoring its dedication to supporting this vital cause. This generous contribution is a testament to the powerful partnership between Amber Springs and [...]

Castlemartyr Resort, the luxury hotel known for creating unforgettable moments, is partnering with Jo Malone London for a Scented Wedding Afternoon Tea experience. Collaborating with Jo Malone London at Brown Thomas Cork, wedding parties at Castlemartyr Resort will have the opportunity to incorporate this bespoke service into their special day through a personalised consultation. To celebrate they will host an exclusive Afternoon Tea inspired by Jo Malone [...]