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Food
Fast to feast: a growing halal market for Irish agri-food
Janine Kennedy
As our Muslim community prepares for the end of Ramadan and the feasting celebration of Eid al-Fitr, we examine Ireland’s relationship with halal-certified agri-food, writes Janine Kennedy.
12 March 2025 News
That's the spirit: Irish distillers on the cutting edge of innovation
Modern techniques and equipment combined with a respect for tradition are driving the Irish whiskey and spirits industry forward.
12 March 2025 News
Sustainability the winning theme at Irish Food Writers Guild
Of the eight winners at this year’s Irish Food Writers Guild Awards, seven are located in rural areas.
Go on, girl: the women to watch in food and farming
This International Women's Day, give these amazing women working in Irish agriculture, food, hospitality and research a follow - they are definitely the ones to watch, writes Janine Kennedy.
5 March 2025 News
‘I have dreamed of getting a Michelin star since I was 14’
Danny and Molly Africano have worked tirelessly to create a Michelin-worthy rural food experience, and this is just what they have done with Lignum Restaurant in Galway, writes Janine Kennedy.
26 February 2025 News
Food for thought – app will help small producers to connect
The Artisan Market app aims to link businesses with local retailers, restaurants and hotels, writes Janine Kennedy.
26 February 2025 News
Get in the mood with aphrodisiacs from around the world
Tired of the same old chocolate-covered strawberries? Discover some of the more exotic aphrodisiac foods, writes Janine Kennedy.
12 February 2025 News
"It's not a smoke house you're running here; it's Love Island!"
Frank Hederman and Caroline Workman have built a smoke house, a career and a thriving community, all from a love of slow food, writes Janine Kennedy.
12 February 2025 News
Couple are the toast of the town with thriving café
Last year was a very challenging one for Irish food companies. So far, 2025 has not seen them fare any better – but there are good news stories too, like Clare business, Beag Café.
5 February 2025 News
What exactly is this new Short Supply Chain funding scheme?
The Government has introduced a scheme to fund short supply chains to help strengthen local food communities and benefit producers, writes Janine Kennedy.
29 January 2025 News
Lir Seafood: It’s a whole new kettle of fish for seafood lovers
Rebekah and Stevie McCarry set out to discover why, despite being an island nation, we have never taken the bait when it comes to seafood, writes Janine Kennedy.
22 January 2025 News
Spilling the beans – Irish roasteries brewing change
Some Irish companies are taking an “ethical-first” approach to coffee bean sourcing – and it’s making a world of difference, writes Janine Kennedy.
15 January 2025 News