Janine Kennedy

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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John Creedon: ‘I genuinely don’t care which shelf I land on’

John Creedon: ‘I genuinely don’t care which shelf I land on’

FEATURES 21 October 2026

Blas supreme champion award heads back to Kilkenny

Blas supreme champion award heads back to Kilkenny

NEWS 2 October 2026

Celebrating 50 years of Irish farmhouse cheese and its newest stars

Celebrating 50 years of Irish farmhouse cheese and its newest stars

Celebrating 50 years of Irish farmhouse cheese and its newest stars

NEWS 30 September 2026

2026 a bumper year for apples as orchards enjoy harvest

2026 a bumper year for apples as orchards enjoy harvest

2026 a bumper year for apples as orchards enjoy harvest

NEWS 23 September 2026

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Win a copy of Neven Maguire's new cookbook One Pan Wins

Win a copy of Neven Maguire's new cookbook One Pan Wins

Our resident chef, Neven Maguire, has published his 21st cookbook, and it's an absolute cracker. Plus, you could win a copy of One Pan Wins.

NEWS 16 September 2026

The honey trap: a sweeter deal for Irish producers

The honey trap: a sweeter deal for Irish producers

As new EU labelling rules expose the origins of supermarket honey, Irish producers hope greater transparency will help consumers make informed choices.

CL-IFJHOME 16 September 2026

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

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

From wellies to the Oscars: Limerick pastry chef Niamh Larkin

From wellies to the Oscars: Limerick pastry chef Niamh Larkin

Niamh Larkin grew up on a dairy farm in rural Co Limerick but now calls London home. This year, the pastry chef travelled to Los Angeles to cater for Hollywood's elite.

NEWS 12 August 2026

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