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    Gastro Gays

    Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford are freelance food and travel writers who write at gastrogays.com and can be found on social media as @gastrogays

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    Dingle Little Cheese

    Say Cheese: Ireland's destination cheese counters

    From Donegal to Dingle, Bushmills to Kells, the Gastro Gays share their top picks of epic cheese counters.

    Food • 23 Sep
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    6 of the best day-to-night cafés in Ireland

    Cafe-bakery by day, wine bar by night.

    Living • 12 Aug
    Ciara Shine of Shines Seafood

    26 women shaping Ireland's food scene in 2026

    From chefs and cheesemakers to historians, mixologists and restaurateurs, these 26 women are helping shape Ireland's food scene right now.

    Food • 03 Aug
    Conor Halpenny of Square, Dundalk

    3 towns set to become Ireland's next food destinations

    What turns an Irish town into a dining destination?

    Food • 01 Aug
    A chicken sandwich from Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

    What is going on with all the new US fast food chains in Ireland?

    "Ireland doesn't need American brands to teach us how to make fried chicken," says Stephen O'Reilly of Mad Egg.

    Food • 18 Jun
    bagels from Volumes

    Why bagels are booming in Ireland, and where to get them

    The Gastro Gays speak with five bagel slingers to find out why Ireland's obsession is more than just a trend.

    Food • 07 Jun
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    Limited Edition Dining: Where to eat with the seasons in Ireland

    The Gastro Gays list some of the best seasonally-operating restaurants in Ireland.

    Living • 09 May
    Dion

    Where to eat in Ireland 2026: new openings and hot spots

    2026 is already shaping up to be a bumper year for new openings....

    Food • 30 Dec 25
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    Christmas cookery hacks, warnings and tips from 20 experts

    As the old saying goes: "work smarter, not harder".

    Christmas • 13 Dec 25
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    How many of Ireland's most popular carveries have you tried?

    The carvery is a kind of culinary town hall...

    Food • 25 Nov 25
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