Never flippant or headline-grabbing, our restaurant critic Corinna Hardgrave always kept the reader in mind
Corinna Hardgrave, who has died, would cut to a restaurant’s essence with a lightness of touch but behind it was a serious integrity
Corinna Hardgrave, restaurant critic of The Irish Times, dies
Corinna Hardgrave was widely respected for her skilled food writing, but always ensured her first duty as a critic was to the reader
Arán Bakery in Kilkenny takes top Blas na hÉireann award for second time
Recognition for bakery’s spelt sourdough makes it first food producer to win supreme champion title twice
Georgina Campbell Awards 2026: Ireland’s best fine dining restaurant, chef, hotels and more revealed
Food writer warns of a ‘loss of hospitality’ in Ireland as outlets increasingly lean on technology
‘I’m picturing Galway’: introducing Cork to a teenager in 48 hours
Even a leg injury doesn’t dampen enthusiasm for Cork’s easy-to-navigate charm
Six Irish restaurants added to Michelin Guide including three Dublin spots
Three Dublin spots included in influential guide, as well as restaurants in Wexford, Wicklow and Galway
Coppinger owner Bereen Brothers to open new restaurant on Capel Street
Onóra is part of The July, a new Dutch-owned aparthotel with 105 studios and apartments
Tried and tested: Mark Moriarty’s best recipes as chosen by you
Easy dinners, delicious desserts and tastes of Asia were all to the fore as you gobbled up our chef columnist dishes
Ten Irish seaside towns with great restaurants to choose from
Enjoy the beach and eat well too - could it get any better in this beautiful summer weather?
Kerry five star-hotel restaurant added to Michelin Guide
Addition of Kenmare restaurant brings to 111 the total number of Michelin-listed spots in the Republic
Perfect weekend picnic food without the fuss – your definitive guide
From dips to clafoutis and pies to salads, our recipe archives contain a treasure trove of simple picnic advice
Exploring England: 10 destinations to try on a short-hop break
From literary landmarks to prehistoric stone circles, there’s plenty to offer just a short flight or ferry away
Will my next restaurant bill be cheaper because of this week’s VAT cut?
As with many monetary matters, the answer will very much depend on individual choices
Ranelagh restaurant added to Michelin Guide
Jules Mak’s Parrilla is ‘simply wonderful fun’, Michelin inspectors say
Get your grill on: how to barbecue for a crowd without the stress
When it’s warm and sunny, cooking outside can make for a relaxed and joyful gathering













