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Michelle Darmody

Michelle Darmody: If you love carrot cake you have to try this alternative recipe

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Darina Allen: West Cork is rocking with foodie hotspots

Eunice Power: Summer won’t last forever, so enjoy these sunny favourites

Aishling Moore: This recipe will have you craving fish tacos this weekend

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What it was like to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime meal from top Cork chefs at Goldie Chapel

What it was like to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime meal from top Cork chefs at Goldie Chapel

The chef collaboration at Goldie Chapel saw Aishling Moore from Goldie, Michelin-starred chef Rob Krawczyk of Chestnut and Eric Nolan of Good Day Deli work together on a special menu for Cork on a Fork Festival

Slices of carrot cake with cream cheese frosting on a plate

Michelle Darmody: If you love carrot cake you have to try this alternative recipe

Darina Allen: West Cork is rocking with foodie hotspots

Darina Allen: West Cork is rocking with foodie hotspots

In pictures: Conversations flow at alcohol-free mixer at Marina Market for Cork on a Fork

In pictures: Conversations flow at alcohol-free mixer at Marina Market for Cork on a Fork

Tasting of red, white, and rosé wine, at your terroir

Wine with Leslie: European wine growers are being hit by drought

The fires in South West France near Bordeaux have garnered a lot of headlines but the real problem facing Bordeaux vignerons is drought.

Fri, 14 Aug, 2026

In pictures: Inside St Fin Barre’s Cathedral as it hosts its first-ever food event for Cork on a Fork

In pictures: Inside St Fin Barre’s Cathedral as it hosts its first-ever food event for Cork on a Fork

Passers-by could be forgiven for thinking there was a wedding at the iconic Cork cathedral on Thursday. But it was actually an intimate supper masterminded by two Michelin-starred chefs

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026

Cork on a Fork long table diners enjoy solar eclipse and extraordinary menu on MacCurtain St

Cork on a Fork long table diners enjoy solar eclipse and extraordinary menu on MacCurtain St

Extraordinary food offering bring gazes firmly back to Earth as almost 500 dine at flagship al fresco dining event

Wed, 12 Aug, 2026

From Goldie Chapel to Elizabeth Fort: Cork on a Fork opens the doors to unique city venues

From Goldie Chapel to Elizabeth Fort: Cork on a Fork opens the doors to unique city venues

From cathedral suppers and chapel feasts to farm dinners and long tables, this year's Cork on a Fork is transforming the city's most iconic spaces into unforgettable dining experiences, writes Deirdre McArdle

Wed, 12 Aug, 2026

Man Pouring Tea for Young Girl and Woman during Outdoor Gathering

Five hacks for making the perfect cup of tea

We can be very particular about our daily cuppa... five huge fans of a brew share their top tips to mark Afternoon Tea Week with Filomena Kaguako

Tue, 11 Aug, 2026

Restaurant review: Is Dublin’s trendiest viral sandwich worth queuing for?

S Restaurant review: Is Dublin’s trendiest viral sandwich worth queuing for?

Does Morso’s most Instagrammed sandwich live up to the hype?

Sat, 08 Aug, 2026

happy friends drinking red wine at christmas party

Wine with Leslie: Underrated wines and cuisines from the Abruzzo and Marche regions of Italy

I cannot recommend Abruzzo and Marche highly enough, not just the underrated wines but also the cuisine

Sat, 08 Aug, 2026

Restaurant review: Catch of the Day flounders where Lennox's flourished

S Restaurant review: Catch of the Day flounders where Lennox's flourished

I will be handing out no merit badges here. Maybe Lennox’s wasn’t so bad after all.

Tue, 04 Aug, 2026

Restaurant review: Marina Market's Street Frites is love at first bite

S Restaurant review: Marina Market's Street Frites is love at first bite

I rock up, readymade scepticism to hand, doubting they will come any way close to those I had tried in Brussels. I am wrong.

Sat, 01 Aug, 2026

Close up of young couple toasting with glasses of red wine at restaurant

Wine with Leslie: Spain is my favourite destination for food and wine

The three wines below are from three brilliant wine regions, Rias-Baixas/Galicia, Rioja and Priorat.

Fri, 31 Jul, 2026

Restaurant review: Mongoose should be top of your list for great value dining

S Restaurant review: Mongoose should be top of your list for great value dining

Mongoose is a gem — I can’t wait to return

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

White wine on a rustic bench overlooking a lake at sunset

Wine with Leslie: The wines of Southern Italy are particularly suited to warm weather

I feature three fine examples below, a fiano, grillo, and falanghina

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

Will you find the Golden Ticket? Viral chocolatier to open third Irish store in Cork

Will you find the Golden Ticket? Viral chocolatier to open third Irish store in Cork

Sugar Plum Sweetery became a viral sensation during the country’s Dubai chocolate craze early last year, and has since been much-loved among chocolate lovers

Tue, 21 Jul, 2026

Restaurant review: Sandwiches and cakes are a quiet triumph at this West Cork deli

S Restaurant review: Sandwiches and cakes are a quiet triumph at this West Cork deli

The owners bring experience and passion to The Pike Deli in Clonakilty

Mon, 20 Jul, 2026

Restaurant review: Uncle's Deli has a great concept but falls behind its English Market peers

S Restaurant review: Uncle's Deli has a great concept but falls behind its English Market peers

The recently opened English Market restaurant was possibly over-concerned with nailing a US-style concept rather than nailing a really good sandwich.

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

Low Carb Salmon Filet with Lemon Slices on a Fiery Grill

MasterChef finalist Mark O'Brien: Here are my fish and veg options for summer barbeques

Dubliner Mark O’Brien, a finalist on ‘MasterChef: The Professionals’ 2026, shares his ideas for fish and vegetable barbecue options that will bring big flavour to your outdoor table

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

Wine being poured into glass

Wine with Leslie: Chilled supermarket wines to protect your wallet this summer

I have to admit that supermarkets have the edge on pricing and certainly on branding

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

Eunice Power: Going for a picnic while it's sunny? Try my tasty recipes for an outdoor feast

Eunice Power: Going for a picnic while it's sunny? Try my tasty recipes for an outdoor feast

Eunice Power reflects on family traditions, post-swim feasts and why sharing simple food outdoors never goes out of style

Mon, 13 Jul, 2026

Restaurant review: Sano Pizza's remarkably good value bucks the trend of expensive city dining

S Restaurant review: Sano Pizza's remarkably good value bucks the trend of expensive city dining

A delicious slice of real value in a time when eating in cities like Dublin, Cork, and Galway has become more and more costly

Sun, 12 Jul, 2026

Elegant Christmas table setting

Wine with Leslie: My trip to Nantes was a gateway to grand Loire

Nantes retains its Celtic feel and the Irish are made feel particularly welcome

Fri, 10 Jul, 2026

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

From hidden courtyards to seaside terraces, these standout Munster venues combine exceptional food with spectacular settings

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Restaurant review: Habibi Grill on Cork's Northside will convert more Corkonians to Syrian food

S Restaurant review: Habibi Grill on Cork's Northside will convert more Corkonians to Syrian food

This delicious, homely fare, is elevated by the sophisticated spicing born of an upbringing in Aleppo

Sun, 05 Jul, 2026

Top 8: Which of these supermarket pizzas will be love at first bite

Top 8: Which of these supermarket pizzas will be love at first bite

When the days are hot and long, it’s hard to beat pizza for an easy meal. It’s light, packed with flavour and delivers the saltiness we crave.

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

barbecue pork loin salad and red whine garden party

Wine with Leslie: Three wines and a bourbon to pair with a summer barbeque

My first tip is to serve red wine a little cool when accompanying a barbeque

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

Aishling Moore: This monkfish skewers recipe should be added to your barbecue menu

Aishling Moore: This monkfish skewers recipe should be added to your barbecue menu

Seafood often gets overlooked when barbecue season begins, which is such a shame as it’s so well suited to being cooked over a high heat and kissed with the scent of wood or charcoal smoke

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Traditional french pie. Quiche lorraine on kitchen table.

Michelle Darmody: How to make a Quiche Lorraine

In the traditional recipe, the filling is simply made of eggs and cream with crispy bacon lardons. Cheese has been added in more recent decades. I use a French cheese in keeping with the recipe’s history, but you can use a different one if you prefer

Sat, 27 Jun, 2026

Restaurant review: Faux Old-style Irish pub almost seems novel

S Restaurant review: Faux Old-style Irish pub almost seems novel

I should be critical of the fakery, but it is quite well done, so I was happy to block it from my mind and go with the flow.

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Wine bootles from cellar in selective focus

Wine with Leslie: Burgundy has become unaffordable, here are three alternatives

Some French vineyards are reporting up to a 80% damage to the vines due to recent hailstorms

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Restaurant review: I went to Adare Manor for a €185pp Michelin-starred dinner at The Oak Room

S Restaurant review: I went to Adare Manor for a €185pp Michelin-starred dinner at The Oak Room

The Head Chef Mike Tweedie still has the drive needed to succeed

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

'The health benefits are fantastic': Kate Lawlor-Lyne on how to add more fish to your diet

'The health benefits are fantastic': Kate Lawlor-Lyne on how to add more fish to your diet

The freshest of fish is being cooked by Cork chef Kate Lawlor-Lyne at the K O’Connell Fishmongers counter in Dunnes Stores on Patrick’s Street. She shares her tips on helping people look at fish in a new light

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Close up of young couple toasting with glasses of red wine at restaurant

Wine with Leslie: My favourite wines I tried in Armenia

Sharing some wines from a trip to Armenia, Leslie Williams tells you what there is to know about 'the oldest newest wine country'

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Restaurant review: Tábla is exactly what you want from a local restaurant

S Restaurant review: Tábla is exactly what you want from a local restaurant

Au contraire, French cuisine is thriving

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026

Pour wine in a glass

Wine with Leslie: Portuguese wine is great value — here are my top picks

In an ever more expensive world, these wine's show that cheap doesn't have to mean low quality

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026

Cafe menu restaurant brochure. Food design template

Yes to a starter, but be wary of specials: How to order the perfect meal in a restaurant

Restaurant dining is a terrific and expensive treat, so how can you be sure to get the best from every menu? Experts give their 13 best bits of advice to Sarah Phillips, from looking for the strangest dish to going easy on the booze

Tue, 09 Jun, 2026

Restaurant review: My Goodness Café's vegan food is both tasty and affordable

S Restaurant review: My Goodness Café's vegan food is both tasty and affordable

This café brings thrilling taste and a fine food philosophy

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

Top 8: Which of these potato salads are the cream of the crop?

Top 8: Which of these potato salads are the cream of the crop?

Which of these 8 store bought salads will win out?

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

collection of luxury red and white French or Italian wine in bottle and glass

Wine with Leslie: Beer overtakes wine in France, but French wine is not going anywhere

The Languedoc-Roussillon was once the source of oceans of Vin de Table, feeding the French habit of 120 litres of wine per person per year and a notable contributor to the EU wine lake.

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

Popular Cork City restaurant to close its doors after 25 years

Popular Cork City restaurant to close its doors after 25 years

14A on French Church Street in the city centre will take orders from loyal customers for the final time on June 14

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

Restaurant review: The Muddlers Club is packed with charm, finesse, and attitude

S Restaurant review: The Muddlers Club is packed with charm, finesse, and attitude

The Muddlers Club's name traces its origins back to the 1798 Rebellion

Fri, 29 May, 2026

Top 100 restaurants in Ireland: Best food, chefs and dining experiences ranked

S Top 100 restaurants in Ireland: Best food, chefs and dining experiences ranked

After months of careful planning and eating out, our food critics Joe McNamee and Leslie Williams reveal our inaugural list of the country’s finest restaurants. First published in April, we are resharing the list to help you decide on a long weekend food experience

Wed, 27 May, 2026

Mexican restaurant Zambrero opens fifth Cork location at the Marina Market

Mexican restaurant Zambrero opens fifth Cork location at the Marina Market

Known for its fresh, Mexican-inspired dishes and modern superfood ingredients, Zambrero offers a healthier alternative to traditional fast food

Tue, 26 May, 2026

Five quick and easy barbecue recipes to cook while the sun shines

Five quick and easy barbecue recipes to cook while the sun shines

The mercury is on the rise this weekend, which means that barbecue for dinner is a real possibility. Here are our favourite speedy BBQ recipes

Mon, 25 May, 2026

SHAMIM DE BRUN

10 of the coolest drinks to try this summer, from iced matcha to live soda

From boba tea to matcha Shamim de Brún rounds up the season’s warm-weather thirst-quenchers

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Chef cooking meat, chicken and vegetables skewers on grill.

Taste of summer: Seven hacks from experts for the best summer barbecue

From two-zone cooking to grilling sweet treats, these hacks will make you a barbecue legend this summer

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Ice cream in a cone with a chocolate flake

Cast your vote: Where can you get the best 99 ice cream in Munster?

The sunny weather has us craving a 99 — but where can you get the best one?

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Restaurant review: Aniar's 24 courses of theatrics should be on your bucket list

S Restaurant review: Aniar's 24 courses of theatrics should be on your bucket list

The special Irish restaurant offers a dining experience few others can claim to

Fri, 22 May, 2026

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