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IFWG Awards
Author: Georgina Campbell
Tuesday 4th March 2025 was a proud day for Irish Food Writers’ Guild members, as we announced our 32nd annual Irish Food Awards. And - with their reminder this year that greenwashing and food waste are more pervasive than consumers realise - the common threads of sustainability and ethical food that have been central to the Guild down through the years are more relevant than ever today.
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Salthouse
Author: Rachel Gaffney
The famous foodie who’s flying the tricolour for us in Texas shares her excitement in discovering one of the Guide’s favourite eco-destinations, The Salthouse Hotel...
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National Irish Steak Challenge 2025
Author: Darina Allen
If you’ve ever wondered why the quality of Irish meat is renowned, Darina has the answers below - and a lot of it is down to the skill of our master butchers, who are very talented and dedicated craftsmen and women who give the work of equally outstanding farmers the respect they deserve and produce top quality meats for us all to enjoy. Interestingly, two exceptional butchers also feature this month, among the winners of the Irish Food Writers’ Guild Food Awards and it is inspiring to see the pride that these special people take in their craft...
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Chunky Winter Vegetable and Bean Soup with Spicy Sausage
Author: Darina Allen
Darina Allen always keeps a close eye on food trends and new restaurants here and abroad, many of which involve her own past students. A recent visit to London was no exception - and, back down to basics at home, she’s sharing some of her favourite soup recipes too, to keep us all cheerful through cold late winter and early spring weather.
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Kish Fish
Author: Georgina Campbell
A very interesting (and enjoyable) event took place recently at Kish Fish on the West Pier in Howth. Named after a nearby lighthouse, the business dates back 1966 when Tadgh O’Meara - father of the current owners, Tadgh & Damian near here - had a stand at the old Dublin Fish Market. Nearly six decades on, it’s a thriving business employing 150...
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Antrim Coastline
Author: Rachel Gaffney
Last autumn, the famous foodie who’s flying the tricolour for us in Texas went to see the new 5-star overlooking Royal Portrush, venue of The 153rd Open in 2025
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Darina Allen
Author: Darina Allen
For those of us in the food and hospitality industry, it's a crucially important to keep an eye on the food and drink trends. My late mother-in-law, Myrtle Allen used to say 'be aware of trends but don't follow them slavishly' – good advice as ever...
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Dried Fruit, Oat & Hazelnut Crumble
Author: Georgina Campbell
There’s something very cathartic about the post-Christmas/New Year period. Once the decorations have been cleared away and the house cleaned up, it’s time to go through the food...
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Burtown House
Author: Kate Ryan
Anyone familiar with Irish hospitality will understand the key role played by our historic houses, many of which are famous members of associations such as Ireland’s Blue Book and Hidden Ireland, or visitor attractions in their own right (Castle Leslie, Enniscoe House, Bantry House, Glin Castle, Lismore Castle…) while others, although less well known, are equally special - and they all share many of the same challenges...
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Rachel Gaffney Slea Head Drive
Author: Rachel Gaffney
The famous foodie who’s flying the tricolour for us in Texas reflects on time spent at home in Ireland last summer - and what it is that keeps people coming back
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