Registration is now open for the Spring 2026 Sustainable Food Tourism Experience (SFTE) Development programme @Taste4Success which is CPD accredited & begins on 10th Feb. Places are limited & early registration is advised. For more info & to apply, visit taste4success.ie

Some exciting openings are ahead too – the long-awaited Ómós at Abbeyleix is especially keenly anticipated. If you know of any other openings, please do share the details in the comments.

News Bites Some wonderful businesses were lost recently, including both landmark destinations like the larger-than-life @GazSmith_Chef Big Mike’s in Co Dublin, and many less well-known but equally treasured places around the country as well.

Don't miss the Ballymaloe Festival of Food from 16th-18th May. There’s a variety of dining experiences all hosted & cooked by renowned chef. The 3-days will be packed with demos, pop-up dinners, guided walks, talks, tastings & more ballymaloegrainstore.com/bal… @thegrainstore

A West Cork Collaboration - Rob Krawczyk of Restaurant Chestnut joins Meeran Manzoor at @RareKinsale in Blue Haven for one night only on April 13th Tickets are €125 pp. Seating is available from 5:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Book via rare1784.ie or call 021 4772 209

@darinaallen's piece about the National Irish Steak Challenge highlights the importance of our extensive farming methods, small abattoirs & independent butchers which are the foundation of Ireland’s reputation for excellent meats Read more here: ireland-guide.com/article/th…

Our collection of 10 of the Best Spring Getaways includes a range of mindfully-run destinations big and small that could provide just the treat for Mother’s Day and Easter all coming up in quick succession. 🔗Here are just a few of our favourites to try - ireland-guide.com/ten-of-the…

Mother’s Day & Afternoon Tea is a wonderful combination. Enjoy a special day celebrating the wonderful women in your life with an indulgent Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea in the Conservatory at @GalgormResort in Co. Antrim. More info & to book visit: galgorm.com/mothers-day.html

Planning for Mother’s Day? Ireland's oldest city's finest Georgian townhouse and the exquisite and stately 18th Century @MountCongreve_ Estate will jointly host 'The Bridgerton Experience' on Mother's Day, Sunday, March 30th 2025. More info here: waterfordtreasuresbookings.c…

An exciting competition this month – a chance to win a VIP experience for two at the 2025 Punchestown National Hunt Festival Gold Cup Day in April, & a stay nearby at the O’Flynn family’s wonderful Rathsallagh House Enter here: ireland-guide.com/competitio…