Forget the leprechaun hat. From Kilkenny apple syrup to Ballymaloe relish and the mighty Tayto, here are seven Irish foodie gifts worth their weight in hand luggage.

Dublin's bakery scene has gone gloriously mad, and I've eaten my way through most of it so you don't have to. From a brand-new Italian counter in Stoneybatter to the sourdough everyone queues for and a Dublin 8 stall turned star, here are the five spots where a good morning actually starts. Best almond croissant in the city included, plus where to find world-class focaccia and a morning bun worth setting an alarm for.

From carved turnips to guising, the world’s spookiest night started right here on Irish soil. Before there were pumpkins, haunted houses, or polyester vampire capes, there was Samhain . Pronounced “sow-win,” it was the ancient Celtic festival marking the end of harvest and the start of the dark half of the year. Over two thousand years ago, people in Ireland gathered on hilltops to light great fires, feast, and honor their ancestors. It was a night when the line between the l

Brunch is serious business in Dublin, and the city has plenty of places to choose from. I’m Courtney, Founder of Dublin Heritage Tours ,...

Secure ticket and plan your visit to Kilmainham Gaol with this step-by-step ticket guide, transport tips, and nearby attractions in Dublin.

Step inside three of Dublin’s most historic pubs - The Brazen Head, The Long Hall, and The Palace Bar - where centuries of stories meet a perfectly poured pint. From rebels’ meeting spots to literary haunts, each pub has its own charm, history, and welcome. And if you want to explore even more hidden gems, join my Pub Crawl Through Time or unlock the secret Founder’s Map hidden on our homepage.