Download & print PDF of recipes It’s no secret—the festive season can bring both joy and chaos for Irish cafe and hospitality business owners. Between soaring customer expectations, unpredictable supply chains, and the pressure to ‘do something special,’ it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most: running a business that’s profitable, enjoyable, and well-organised. This year, I’m excited to offer you a practical system to help you win at Christmas—by giving you back somethi

FYI- You will remain anonymous but your input is invaluable. Every Irish food business—whether you’re running a bustling café in Kilkenny, a family restaurant in Cork, or producing artisan jams in Galway—shares one common reality: inspection day. The visit from the Environmental Health Officer (EHO) is essential for upholding safety and standards, but for too many, it can feel unpredictable, inconsistent, and sometimes deeply frustrating. Working so hard on a business that is

This week’s dual symposiums illuminated the crucial crossroads at which Ireland’s food system stands, challenging conventions and opening new pathways for collaboration, equity, and sustainability. With passionate contributions from pioneering farmers, determined advocates, chefs, and industry thought-leaders, these gatherings mapped the contours of a food culture striving to reclaim its agency, authenticity, and resilience in an age of export-driven agriculture and ultra-pro

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