The National Apprenticeship Office, today, Thursday, 12th September 2024 are showcasing the stories of some of Ireland’s 400 outstanding apprentices nominated for a Generation Apprenticeship ‘Apprentice of the Year Awards’ 2024, with apprentices hailing from Cork, Kerry and the Southwest region in the running to win the national title. Nominations for the 2024 Generation Apprenticeship ‘Apprentice of the Year…
Ireland’s own Little Pyg, based in Dublin’s iconic Powerscourt Townhouse, has once again made history on the global pizza stage. At the prestigious World Pizza Awards held last night, Sept 10th, in Naples (commonly referred to by foodies as ‘The Worlds’). Little Pyg was proudly named Ireland’s #1 Pizzeria and officially earned a spot last…
eir, Ireland’s leading telecommunications provider, is set to connect the Taste of Kildare Festival of Food & Drink and has been announced as the sponsor of the Talk Stage at this brilliant event which takes place from 20-22nd of September at Naas Racecourse. The Talk Stage, Powered by eir will be hosted by food writers, Dee Laffan and…
Set within the enchanting Lisnavagh House and Gardens in Rathvilly, Co. Carlow, the Hidden Hearth festival is poised to light up Ireland’s Ancient East from October 11th to 13th. This alcohol and substance free festival blends the arts, music, poetry, and the rich tapestry of Irish language and heritage into a profound three-day experience. Festival-goers…
It’s time to start looking forward to the next bank holiday at the mid-term break in October and plan a ‘No Tricks, Just Treats Halloween Family Stay’ at Killashee Hotel in County Kildare. Year on year, the four star Killashee presents great themed family breaks designed to keep children entertained and parents time to relax.…
Minister of State Thomas Byrne joined members of the Choctaw nation in Oklahoma today to unveil a new sculpture honouring Irish-Choctaw links. The eight-foot tall Eternal Heart sculpture, created by Choctaw nation tribal member Samuel Stitt, was unveiled at the Choctaw Capitol Grounds. The sculpture was a joint commission, funded by the Government of Ireland…
As the days begin to shorten and the colours turn golden brown, embrace the splendour of the changing seasons with an autumnal experience at the four-star Killashee Hotel. Immerse yourself in nature, soaking up the vibrant colours and the seasonal mood with a luxury short break on the 55 acres estate outside Naas in county Kildare. Killashee…
The 2024 Taste of Kildare Festival, set for September 20th to 22nd at Naas Racecourse, is gearing up to be a fantastic weekend of food, music and entertainment. The festival has been billed as Kildare’s biggest restaurant with the harvest season inspiring many of the dishes and seasonal produce on offer. This exciting culinary event…
Located less than five minutes’ walk from Portlaoise Train Station and just an hour’s drive from Dublin and 90 minutes’ drive from Cork, Midlands Park Hotel is the perfect meet-in-the-middle destination for your next girlie getaway. The four-star hotel has curated four indulgent overnight pampering breaks, all of which include Prosecco and chocolates in…
With summer drawing to a close, there’s no better way to welcome the new season than with a relaxing hotel getaway, and The Johnstown Estate’s Autumn Ease package, available Sunday – Thursday, €250 for two people, is top of our wishlist. Located in Enfield, Co Meath, just 35 minutes from Dublin, the four-star hotel and spa combines the…