Conrad Dublin’s esteemed destination restaurant, The Coburg, is delighted to announce the return of its renowned Supper Club series this September with a much-loved theme to mark the occasion.  Champagne and oyster lovers are in luck on September 5th as the latest Supper Club instalment sees a curated menu in collaboration with Henriot Champagne, including fresh oysters locally sourced from Wrights of Marino. Food enthusiasts can look forward to an intimate evening [...]

Pictured in Vi’s Restaurant at Lawlor’s of Naas is Executive Chef Owen Scanlon with young trifle lovers Brendan (7) and sister Abigail Mansfield (10) from Lucan, Georgia May Curry (10) from Ashbourne and JP Kelly (4) from Naas as they indulge in Mrs. Lawlor's legendary trifle. Mrs Lawlor’s 100-year-old recipe remains a crowd-pleaser, which will be served up as part of the festivities at the Taste of [...]

Hastings Hotels latest immersive experience at Ballygally Castle is perfect for those looking to rejuvenate their body and mind. The four-star hotel, nestled along the stunning Antrim Coast, has launched a 'Sauna by the Sea' overnight package that combines an invigorating blend of cold-water immersion and soothing sauna therapy with a relaxing overnight stay. Guests are invited to embrace the refreshing chill of the Irish Sea, with a sea [...]

Cork City was buzzing over the past week as thousands of people of all ages flocked to participate in Cork on a Fork Fest, a diverse celebration of food and drink. Organised by Cork City Council, this unique festival brought together Cork's vibrant food community to host events that showcased the city's culinary heritage and unique food culture, dining experiences, and home-grown produce. Now in its third [...]

Bruxelles Bar is set to host a special event to honour the 75th birthday of rock legend Phil Lynott on Tuesday, August 20th. Known for its deep ties to the Dublin rock scene, Bruxelles has been a favourite haunt for iconic bands like Thin Lizzy and Skid Row, as well as legendary musicians such as Axl Rose, Ronnie Wood, and Liam Gallagher. Phil Lynott, the charismatic frontman [...]

The first ever Michelin-starred pub in Ireland has published its debut book – and it’s already been named one of the best in the world. The debut book by Michelin starred Aidan McGrath is in line for a top international literary award – just weeks after being published. The Wild Honey Inn: An Irish Dining Pub by Aidan McGrath is up for a Gourmand 2024 World Cookbook [...]

La Cocina Cuevas will host their Fine Dining Summer Guest Chef Series featuring three renowned Irish chefs who are set to bring their unique flavours and exceptional skills to the Cuevas’ kitchen. Joining Chef Jeremy Cuevas are the very talented chefs, Chef Chris Maguire (August 9th & 10th), Chef Holly Dalton and Chef Sebastian Ritzen (August 30th & 31st). The 6-course dinner costs €70 and will be [...]

Westport Estate proudly announces the commencement of development on its new luxury hotel, The Grace. Scheduled to open in early 2026, The Grace will replace Hotel Westport, which has been a cherished part of the community since 1971. Owen Hughes, Director, Westport Estate said: "For decades, Hotel Westport has been a pillar of our local community, providing jobs and opportunities for countless families. As we bid farewell to Hotel Westport, we [...]

Hotelier Adrian McLaughlin and Whiskey Master Distiller, Darryl McNally have partnered with businessman Carl Harrison to create Ireland’s first whiskey hotel. The consortium has recently purchased the historic Londonderry Arms in Carnlough, once owned by Winston Churchill, and is investing £1.75 million in the development of the hotel, which, with its whiskey theme, will be the first of its kind in Ireland. The Londonderry Arms was purchased [...]

Open Kitchen Week, an initiative from Chef Network, will take place countrywide from the 11th to the 17th of November, and registration is now open for host kitchens. The programme offers a unique opportunity for aspiring chefs at any stage of their life, from transition year students to mature food enthusiasts, to gain real-world experience working 'behind the pass' in some of Ireland's leading restaurants, hotels, bakeries, [...]

Dalata Hotel Group Plc, the largest hotel operator in Ireland, with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, has created 32 new jobs with the official opening of its second Maldron Hotel in Manchester. Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter is Dalata Hotel Group’s fourth hotel in the city, providing another epic basecamp for guests in the northern powerhouse.  The Group also operates Clayton Hotels [...]

Floritz is a glamorous new destination restaurant in the handsome dining-room on the hall floor level at 22 St. Stephen’s Green. The man who first built the house at this address in 1790 was an adventurer. The son of an 18th century tenant farmer, Thomas Lighton left this island to seek his fortune — a journey that took him to India and the Far East before his return [...]

Dela, the award-winning restaurant located in the heart of Galway’s Westend on Dominick Street, has announced the appointment of Shannon Di Cola Schiano as their new Head Chef. Shannon brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Dela, with a culinary style that masterfully blends Modern Irish, Nordic, and Asian influences. Describing herself as a "Classically Trained Modernist," Shannon has honed her skills in both [...]

It’s not just race goers that are glamming up for the Galway Races!  A flock of toucans has arrived in Galway’s Latin Quarter at The Quays Bar Galway who have proudly unveiled a vibrant new mural on its exterior, ahead of the week. The colourful and creative transformation of this iconic and historic bar is just one more reason to check off this must visit spot on your Galway bucket [...]

Esquires - The Organic Coffee Co. is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Duigenan As Managing Director in Ireland. Brendan, who has held senior positions with coffee chains Starbucks and AMT, began his hospitality career 25 years ago managing bars and restaurants before joining Starbucks in 2007 as Store Manager of the brand’s flagship unit in Kildare Village. He quickly rose through the ranks to become [...]

Trim Castle Hotel in Co Meath is pleased to announce the opening of its new all-day dining destination, BoAnn Café & Bistro. The opening marks a welcome addition to the four-star hotel’s current dining portfolio, including The Bailey Brasserie, Jules Restaurant and The Rooftop Bar (open seasonally). Named after the legendary goddess of the River Boyne, the 58-seater restaurant, which also features an outdoor terrace, replaces the hotel’s [...]

The Killarney Park, an independent family owned five-star hotel and proud member of Leading Hotels of The World will commence a significant renewal and refurbishment programme in late winter 2024 into early spring 2025. Following on from an initial development investment that included a major renovation of the hotel lobby and public areas and a thrilling new-look for its popular fine-dining restaurant, The Peregrine, The Killarney Park has further committed to a multi-million investment [...]

FBD Hotels & Resorts today (4th June 2024) announced that it will be the inaugural sponsor of the Saturday Series at The Curragh, which takes place across four Saturdays 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st in August. This exciting initiative will feature top class racing, music and family entertainment over the month and each week one hotel within the FBD Hotels & Resorts portfolio will partner the event and sponsor [...]

Killeavy Castle Estate has been named Sustainable Hospitality & Tourism Business of the Year at the prestigious Business Eye Sustainability Awards which took place on Thursday 9 May 2024. The Business Eye Sustainability Awards honour businesses and leaders in Northern Ireland who are driving impactful sustainable change within their sectors, recognising their positive contribution and efforts to create a more sustainable environment for all. Nestled amidst the slopes of [...]

Euro-Toques Ireland is pleased to announce that 14 young chefs have been selected from nearly 40 applicants from across the country to participate in this year’s Euro-Toques Young Chef of the Year competition, presented by principal partners La Rousse Foods. Following a social media and a written recipe submission, the interviews to identify the semi-finalists took place on Monday 13th May in Dublin. The 14 young chefs under 28 through to [...]

Radisson RED Galway is currently under construction and is scheduled to open its doors later this year.  The bold new hotel will feature 177 rooms, each reflecting Radisson RED’s vibrant signature style and design which incorporates art, music, and fashion to offer an unforgettable stay to all guests. Radisson RED Galway will be a stylish contemporary haven for guests to explore Galway’s popular attractions brimming with Irish [...]

Managing Director of Dromoland Castle Hotel in County Clare, and world-renowned Hotelier, Mark Nolan, was last night presented with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the world’s largest independent hotel brand, Preferred Hotels & Resorts.  Dromoland was also honoured with an Award of Excellence on the night for Sustainability as part of Preferreds’ Global Annual GIFFTS Awards Ceremony -  Great Initiatives for Today's (Tomorrow's) Society.  A significant global Award demonstrating Dromoland [...]

Donegal’s four-star Redcastle Hotel has been nominated for four awards at the upcoming YesChef 2024 Awards which take place tomorrow (May 14th). The hotel’s exceptional culinary offerings and exquisite dining experiences have earned nominations in the following award categories: ·         Casual Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year ·         Hotel Restaurant of the Year ·         Restaurant Interior of the Year. ·         The fourth category sees restaurant Chef, Conor McCormick nominated for the Chef of [...]

Developing individual mental toughness and managing equality and diversity in the workplace are among the issues studied by the latest graduates from the Aspire Complete Leader Programme. The programme is designed to develop supervisory and leadership skills in each of the participants. It is run by the Cork College of Further Education and Training (FET) - Bishopstown Campus - under the Skills to Advance initiative for Trigon [...]

The 2024 Best Irish Sommelier Competition took place on Monday 29th April, 2024  at Beckett Lock, in the Point Square Village in Dublin.  The winner will represent Ireland at the ASI Europe & Africa Best Sommelier Competition in Belgrade in November 2024.  All the competitors are current members of the Irish Guild of Sommeliers. There are 41 member countries within ASI from Europe and Africa. Each can send one candidate to [...]