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If something's happening in rural Irish food, our Maitre D' knows about it.
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
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
‘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
Behind the label: what you need to look out for
All things Irish come into focus this month ahead of St Patrick’s Day, but what about the food in your trolley? Deirdre Verney reports.
26 February 2025 Consumer
Spilling the tea with Maitre D'
If it's happening in the world of Irish food, your Maitre D' know about it.
19 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
Sally McKenna: ‘women have had a huge influence on food’
As we celebrate St Brigid’s Day, Sally McKenna gives an overview of female-led change within the Irish food industry in recent years, writes Caroline Hennessy.
29 January 2025 Features
Spilling the tea with Maitre D'
What's happening in Irish rural food? Our Maitre D' has all the goss.
22 January 2025 News