Irish Food

What’s the brack? Meet the bakers keeping Ireland’s Halloween tradition alive

Halloween wouldn’t be complete without a slice of barmbrack. We meet some of the bakers and producers around Ireland keeping the tradition going strong.

NEWS 28 October 2026

What’s the brack? Meet the bakers keeping Ireland’s Halloween tradition alive

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Editorial: remembering Corinna Hardgrave and celebrating Irish food producers

Editorial: remembering Corinna Hardgrave and celebrating Irish food producers

EDITORIAL 7 October 2026

Blas supreme champion award heads back to Kilkenny

Blas supreme champion award heads back to Kilkenny

NEWS 2 October 2026

Spilling the tea with Maître D'

Spilling the tea with Maître D'

Spilling the tea with Maître D'

CL-IFJHOME 23 September 2026

The honey trap: a sweeter deal for Irish producers

The honey trap: a sweeter deal for Irish producers

The honey trap: a sweeter deal for Irish producers

CL-IFJHOME 16 September 2026

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Blood and guts are what it takes

Blood and guts are what it takes

Kate Ryan always wondered by black pudding didn't hold as much reverence as other celebrated Irish foods. She is on a mission to change this perception with her new book.

CL-IFJHOME 9 September 2026

Irish food and drink standards: how labels and certifications influence buyers

Irish food and drink standards: how labels and certifications influence buyers

As consumers look to support local producers, Irish food and drink labels and certifications are playing a bigger role. But how much do quality marks really influence purchasing decisions?

NEWS 2 September 2026

Spilling the Tea with Maître D': the latest Irish food and drink news

Spilling the Tea with Maître D': the latest Irish food and drink news

From sustainable food tourism training and the Feast of Fingal to Armagh apples, Maître D' serves up the latest news, trends and talking points from the Irish food scene.

NEWS 26 August 2026

Inside Cúán Greene's vision for Ómós in Abbeyleix, Co Laois

Inside Cúán Greene's vision for Ómós in Abbeyleix, Co Laois

One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2026, Ómós in Abbeyleix, Co Laois, brings chef Cúán Greene's vision for modern Irish dining to life. Food journalist Janine Kennedy gets a grand tour

NEWS 19 August 2026

Rory’s Miles to Mayo supported by limited- edition Keogh’s Crisps

Rory’s Miles to Mayo supported by limited- edition Keogh’s Crisps

Founder Tom Keogh will be participating in the Rory’s Miles to Mayo: The Trilogy challenge from 12-20 September.

NEWS 12 August 2026

The Tannery’s final year: what happens next for Máire and Paul Flynn?

The Tannery’s final year: what happens next for Máire and Paul Flynn?

As Máire and Paul Flynn prepare to close The Tannery after 30 years, they reflect on family, food and what comes next for one of Ireland's best-known culinary couples.

NEWS 5 August 2026

Editorial: ‘hospitality businesses welcome return of 9% VAT rate'

Editorial: ‘hospitality businesses welcome return of 9% VAT rate'

The return of the 9% VAT rate is a welcome boost for food and hospitality businesses. Now they need to make hay while the sun shines before the long winter ahead.

EDITORIAL 15 July 2026

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