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  1. Irish coffee
    October 16, 09

    Contrary to popular belief, the Irish Coffee was invented in Ireland in the 1930’s and not in the USA as is popularly believed. Who could improve on a recipe like this?

  2. Americans urged to boycott Scottish whisky and buy Irish instead
    August 24, 09

    Americans are being urged to buy Irish instead of Scottish whisky and travel to Ireland rather than Britain in order to protest Scotland’s release of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbeset Ali Mohmed al Megrahi.

  3. Summertime strawberry sundae
    July 20, 09

    A classic summer dessert recipe from your favorite Irish chef, Chef Michael Gilligan

  4. Lady Gaga loves Ireland - and her Irish whiskey!
    July 08, 09

    Lady Gaga, a serious talent to be reckoned with, was in County Cork last week doing her thing at the Marquee in Cork City – and enjoying some Irish whiskey during her downtime!

  5. How to make the perfect Irish coffee
    June 29, 09

    Irish coffee was invented by Limerick chef Joseph Sheridan in 1942 to welcome Americans visiting Ireland. The travelers arrived in the west of Ireland on a cold winter night, so Sheridan added whiskey to their coffee to warm them up, telling the Americans they were being served Irish coffee.

  6. IN NYC: A home away from home for young Irish professionals
    June 26, 09

    The Irish Network is an Irish networking group for professionals in New York. Ninety per cent of its members are Irish rather than Irish American, and while they’re not necessarily fresh-off-the-boat, many of them are new to the States.

  7. The perfect Irish wedding cake
    May 27, 09

    What makes the perfect Irish wedding cake? Check out this hot nuptial recipe

  8. Irish wedding traditions
    May 27, 09

    Edythe Preet on the many Irish wedding traditions that make tying the knot Celtic style such a momentous occasion.

  9. Wake decorum: What to do at an Irish Wake
    May 26, 09

    Cathy Jo Smith, a.k.a. Katie of the Fairies, takes you through the rules and regulations of Irish Wakes - what to do and what NOT to do

  10. Will trade Kerry beauty spot for luxury car
    April 04, 09

    For sale: Beauty spot at Ring of Kerry. Asking price: One luxury car.

  11. Yeah We're Drunks! Admit It!
    March 10, 09

    Leary, the actor/comic/ writer who stars in the hit show Rescue Me, has written a really hilarious book chronicling his thoughts on just about everything (it's due to be released by Viking next month). He says right off the bat that the book is "parody, satire and poking fun," but anyone flipping through its 240 pages will quickly note that there's plenty of truth behind his wicked sense of humor. ("Nicole Kidman's face doesn't move.

  12. Gilligans Gourmet
    March 09, 09

    National Strawberry Sundae Day is July 7th. This is your opportunity to indulge yourself in this delicious dessert. Strawberries are one of America's favorite fruits.

  13. Gilligans Gourmet
    March 09, 09

    Plumcake is still a traditional Christmas food (God knows why I hear you say). It was often prepared a year before making its appearance at the holiday table. Plumcake (and fruitcake) is like fine wine - it needs time to allow the full flavor to develop.

  14. Gilligans Gourmet
    March 09, 09

    This cake has to be made at least 3 weeks prior to Christmas. Why, you ask? Well, all Christmas, cakes are made in advance, that's why. Many make them in November, keeping the cake upside down in an airtight container.

  15. The Power Family
    March 09, 09

    The Power family are of Norman origin, the name being originally le Poer, meaning poor. They were prominent among the early Norman settlers and had large estates in Wicklow and Waterford. The family is among the top 50 most common names in Ireland and is very much associated with Waterford county.

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