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A hidden ring, an old fortune-telling custom and the story behind one of Ireland’s most enduring autumn food traditions
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A hidden ring, an old fortune-telling custom and the story behind one of Ireland’s most enduring autumn food traditions

From its origins in 19th-century Britain to today’s chippies, pubs and restaurants, a look at how fish and chips emerged and how the classic is served today

Three days of oyster-opening competitions, seafood experiences, farm tours and events bring Galway’s Atlantic food culture into focus from 25 to 27 September

A contemporary Irish dining spot with a strong sense of place, combining regional suppliers, its own hydroponic farm connection and a relaxed approach to modern food

Coffee, whiskey, cream, flying boats and bad weather — what connects them all? The answer begins in a small Irish town more than 80 years ago

Most castles invite you to explore their past. Bunratty invites you to step inside it. Leave the familiar rituals of modern dining behind and discover what happens when a historic Irish castle comes alive for an evening — and you are no longer simply there to look around

From a former village pub to a Michelin-starred destination, Restaurant Chestnut has become one of West Cork’s standout dining stories. Now its final dinner is approaching — but what comes next?

Dalkey Lobster Festival returns on 22–23 August 2026 with Irish seafood, lobster, live music and street entertainment in one of South Dublin’s best-known coastal villages. Admission is free.

And how is a pub different from a bar or restaurant, and what should visitors expect when they walk through the door?

When you want to try everything at once — or simply cannot decide what to order — an all-you-can-eat buffet might be the answer. Here is how the format works, what to expect and where to experience it in Dublin.
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An enchanting evening among the vineyards of Tuscany, with an Italian dinner, local wine tasting, live performances and a masquerade ball.

Changing seasonal menus, views of Amsterdam and the story behind a restaurant concept born from a passion for trams.

An atmosphere of dark elegance provides the setting for an eerie four-course dinner, sinister cocktails, unsettling surprises and a touch of witchy charm

Bran Castle in Transylvania marks Halloween 2026 with themed tours, night-time celebrations and experiences ranging from dinner to a private party inside the castle itself

Contemporary European cuisine, Polish ingredients, seasonality and wine culture come together at a Warsaw restaurant where tradition provides a starting point for a more contemporary approach

Local seafood, wild meats and seasonal Arctic ingredients meet New Nordic influences on the waterfront in Ilulissat, where the landscape beyond the windows is constantly changing