The Divine Comedy
The Divine Comedy is one of Ireland’s most respected indie-pop bands. Skilled frontman, Neil Hannon, indisputable talent for writing, arcane and witty personality, and his…
The Divine Comedy is one of Ireland’s most respected indie-pop bands. Skilled frontman, Neil Hannon, indisputable talent for writing, arcane and witty personality, and his…
This baked salmon recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Baked Salmon may not originate from Ireland but it is considered a traditional Irish…
Aslan is an Irish rock group from Dublin who first formed in the 80s. They are not widely known outside of Ireland and have become…
When it comes to making a traditional Irish Stew, there is no special recipe. It’s a basic dish with few ingredients that easy to prepare…
This recipe of Mussels in Cream & Garlic is a personal favourite. It’s a delicious but yet simple dish when fresh Mussels are used. Ingredients…
The Saw Doctors formed in 1986 and released fifteen albums. They have achieved nineteen top-thirty hits and are renowned worldwide for their energetic live performances….
We are always told that a breakfast is the most important meal of the day and when you experience a typical traditional Irish breakfast you…
The bodhrán is an Irish framed drum and ranges from 25 to 65cm in diameter. The bodhrán is made from goats-skins, tacked to one side. (Synthetic…
Still popular in Ireland today is the traditional dish of bacon & cabbage. Like most other traditional Irish recipes this cheap, quick, and easy to…
Barmbrack is traditional Irish bread and it is possibly the only surviving example of the use of yeast in traditional cooking. It is also made…
Soda bread is a recipe found in Western Europe but it is a very common recipe within Ireland.
There are no shortages of Irish seafood recipes with Cockle being one of them. Cockle soup in Ireland is an extremely popular dish that can…
Another popular meal in Ireland is made from turnips. As Ireland has a wet climate it’s the perfect place for growing turnips which is popular in the farming industry.
The parsnip & apple soup is really easy to make and tastes delicious. Parsnips were used extensively in rural Ireland to give variety in the winter…
Mary had great musical talent from an earlier age and was influenced by her musical parents, brothers, and sister. In 1983 Mary released her first…
A big hefty Irish meal to try is Champ, which is also known as Poundies, Cally or Pandy. It is a very cheap and easy meal to create so is ideal for those on a low budget but is highly recommended for everyone to try.
The Undertones formed in 1975 in the city of Derry when a group of young schoolboys shared their love for music. The band would practice…
The Uillean pipes are known as the national pipes of Ireland and they were originally known as the Union Pipes. How the Uillean pipes work…
The Irish harp is a famous Irish instrument which has been used for centuries upon centuries. The ancient folk instrument has a beautiful delicate sound…
In many parts of Ireland, mashed potatoes are used to top pies instead of pastry. This makes these pies a complete meal in one. This…
The Tin whistle is also called a penny whistle or feadóg stain. It is a well known and regularly used instrument in traditional Irish music….
If you know what nettles are then you probably think eating these stinging plants is crazy. Yes, one would be very crazy to eat a…
Rory Gallagher was born Liam Rory Gallagher on the 2nd March 1948 in a town in Co. Donegal called Ballyshannon. One of Ireland’s most famous…
Another popular soup dish in Ireland is Pea & Ham soup. This basic dish is easily made but tastes wonderful and is greatly welcomed on…