Traditional Irish food with insights into the history, cultural significance of Irish cuisine through a Traditional Irish Food Experience.
Jody is at the Milwaukee Irish Fest speaking with Padraic Og Gallagher, owner of Gallaghers Boxty House in Dublin’s Temple Bar. Today’s podcast is all about Irish food. CLICK THE PLAY BUTTON below to listen. If you like what you hear, please give my podcast a 5-Star review at iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast…
Jody is speaking with Jonathan Keane, the Executive Head Chef at The Lodge at Ashford Castle. Enjoy this chat about Irish food with the Best Chef in Connaught. This article is based on a podcast episode. If you prefer to listen to the podcast, you can find the player at the bottom of the page….
Whether you’re shopping for the Ireland lover in your life or planning your own adventure, these gifts bring a little bit of Ireland right to your doorstep. From Irish-made crafts and cozy favorites to travel tools and experiences that inspire your next trip, this year’s guide has something for every kind of traveler and dreamer….
Irish Pub Etiquette: How to Order, Tip, and Blend In Like a Local If there’s one place where Irish culture truly comes to life, it’s the local pub. It’s more than a spot for a pint – it’s a social space, a living room, and a reflection of the community itself. During a lively chat…
Dublin is often the first stop on an Ireland itinerary, but too often, visitors rush through it. Gráinne Lawlor wants you to slow down, sit down, and taste the city. Through her company, Flavour Trails, she offers food, whiskey, and storytelling tours that highlight the heart of Dublin: its people, its history, and it’s incredible…
☘️ I’ll be at Iowa Irish Fest and Kansas City Irish Fest this August, chatting all things Ireland travel—tips, ideas, and maybe a laugh or two. If you’re attending, come say hi! I’d love to meet you. At Iowa Irish Fest August 1-3, in downtown Waterlooyou’ll find me speaking all three days in the air-conditioned Elks Lodge (you’re welcome 😉). I’ll be sharing…
Our annual Irish Feast, held in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, has become the most anticipated gathering of the year for our friends and family. I spend days cooking, baking, and prepping. Guinness is flowing and cider is sparkling. Whiskey is enjoyed (responsibly, of course). And everyone departs happy and full of terrific Irish (or…
If you’ve waited too long to do your shopping and want to give an Irish gift – or even the gift of Ireland – this year, I’m here to help! Give an Amazing Irish Experience Even if you aren’t sure of your travel dates, many tours and attractions offer vouchers and gift cards. A few…
Join me live at Iowa Irish Fest in 2024! I’ll be in the Tour & Travel Workshop area speaking Saturday about solo women’s travel and Sunday on crafting your Irish adventure. Irish Festivals: Where the Craic is Mighty Irish festivals are filled with music, banter, tasty food, and plenty of fun. Sure, you’re not in…
Milwaukee Irish Fest proclaims itself to be the largest Irish festival in the world. After a weekend spent walking back and forth across the 75 acre Henry Maier Festival Park where Irish Fest is held annually, I can attest to that fact. The title of largest celebration of Irish music and culture doesn’t just speak…
Cooler weather and hearty food just go together. So when fall rolls around, the dark sets in earlier, and I crave comfort food, you’ll find me turning to some of my traditional Irish favorites. I’m a fair cook and I enjoy ‘fiddling’ with recipes to create meals my family enjoys. Irish recipes for Fall Brown…
Celebrating Easter in Ireland. Irish Easter traditions, celebrations, and what travelers can expect when visiting Ireland over Easter holiday.
Ask any visitor to Ireland about their trip and you’re likely to hear about the romantic ruins, stunning scenery, and the filling Irish Breakfast they were served every morning. Though the “Full Irish” may change a bit from place to place, you can be sure it will be filling and provide enough energy to get…
Boxty Irish potato pancake recipe. A simple recipe with ingredients you probably have on hand! Traditional Irish recipe for St. Patrick’s Day.
This simple cake is one of my favorites year round. It’s delightful with afternoon tea and wonderful as a dessert with a caramel whiskey sauce. My girls will even eat it for breakfast with fruit. This is a dense cake, not a sponge, and has a mild flavor that allows it to pair with nearly…
Corned beef is as synonymous with St. Patrick’s Day in the United States as a shamrock is with Ireland. And while traditional corned beef and cabbage is not Irish, it is definitely Irish American! Corned Beef Isn’t Irish??? Nope! Corned beef and cabbage actually traces back to New York and the influx of Irish immigrants…
If you love a good stew this is one of the best I’ve ever made. While it can be made, start to finish, in about an hour and a half I prefer to make mine in the late morning and let it simmer on low for hours to really enhance the flavors. And it makes…
You’ll usually find a potato served at every meal in Ireland. They could be boxty (a traditional potato pancake) at breakfast, a side of fat chips at lunch, and mashed or roasted for dinner. Colcannon is a dish traditionally associated with the feast of Samhain (Halloween). During the feast to celebrate the end of the…
I adore Irish food. I think I’ve probably said that many (many) times over the years both on this website and in my podcast. And if I had to choose the one item I eat daily- multiple times if I can- it’s the Brown Bread. This quick, hearty bread is perfect with eggs and black…