Laura Whitmore invests in award-winning Irish spirits brand, The Muff Liquor Company

    Broadcaster and Author Laura Whitmore has invested in The Muff Liquor Company, an award-winning drink brand producing potato gin, vodka and whiskey.   The Love Island and BBC Radio 5Live presenter is renowned for her support and endorsement of Irish businesses and produce. News that she is the face of The Muff Liquor Company is…

New research from safefood reveals that 78% of people don’t know the correct temperature at which to cook their turkey this Christmas

 New research from safefood has shown that while ownership of meat thermometers is increasing, over three quarters of people (78%) are not aware of the correct temperature to which turkey should be cooked to. 1 A meat thermometer helps to remove the guess work from cooking a turkey, ensuring a tasty and safe meal for all.   safefood is launching its annual Christmas campaign to take the stress out of…

New President for Cork Business Group

The Cork branch of Network Ireland, a voluntary organisation which supports the personal and professional development of women, has appointed Maria Desmond as President at its Annual General Meeting this morning (7 December 2021). The Cork native, who grew up in a family business in Bishopstown, has a professional background in marketing and market research.…

Mince pies, Christmas Tacos and Mulled Wine on offer Harley’s Street Christmas Food Market

Harley StrEAT Food Market has launched its festive menu which is packed with Christmas delights. The food trucks, which are located next to the Metropole Hotel in Cork city will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm throughout December.   On offer will be mince pies with brandy cream, Christmas pudding with…

Panto producers prepare the way for a safe season for all

Many of Ireland’s largest Panto producers and promoters have come together to assure parents and audiences of the exemplary safety measures in place with regard to their upcoming live shows this Christmas. After a period of uncertainty regarding restrictions, they are now confident that their respective shows can proceed. Some Pantos have already opened successfully…

Advice for Homeowners & Motorists as Storm Barra Hits

With Storm Barra making itself known today, experts at online home insurance brokers Insuremyhouse.ie and Insuremycars.ie are warning homeowners and motorists to take action to, where possible, negate any impact of the storm, and to be aware of what they need to do in the event of damage to their property and a subsequent insurance claim. Jonathan Hehir, Managing Director…

Ireland’s Top Christmas Traditions revealed in new survey by Kilkenny Design

97% of people say spending time with family is the number one priority at Christmas  96% of those surveyed plan to shop locally  Just 15% will cater to more than 10 people for Christmas dinner  More than 50% of people will have their Christmas tree up before the end of this week   Kilkenny Design, the…

DUBLIN ARABIC FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY DUBAI DUTY FREE

    The eighth annual Dublin Arabic Film Festival (DAFF) curated by Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Jim Sheridan and film director, Zahara Moufid, will run online from the 8th-12th of December 2021. Six feature length and eight short Arab films will be shown on www.dublinarabicfilmfestivalonline.com Zahara Moufid and Jim Sheridan established DAFF in 2014 in a bid to allow Irish audiences…

Make it a special Christmas for All Animals this year

Each of Maxi Zoo’s 22 stores around Ireland has selected its own Shelter Wishes animal charity which has compiled a wish list for the animals in its care. Generous animal lovers and Maxi Zoo customers can support the campaign by choosing which gift to donate and place under the store’s Shelter Wishes Christmas Tree. Charities…