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    Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford are freelance food and travel writers who write at gastrogays.com and can be found on social media as @gastrogays

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    Food • 19 Jun
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    From UL to UCD, these college restaurants are open to the public

    If you fancy delving into the culinary arts, here are six for starters...

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    How Irish-made ginger beer has become a booming trend

    Spicing up Ireland's craft drinks sector, ginger beer is emerging as a blossoming new brewing trend in 2025, popping up in production across the land from Donegal to Waterford.

    Food • 28 Apr
    Sensational artisan seacláidi across Ireland.

    Sensational artisan chocolate from around the country

    Sensational artisan seacláidi across Ireland.

    Food • 17 Apr
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    What footwear do chefs prefer and why does it matter?

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    What is açaí and why is it suddenly everywhere?

    The Gastro Gays sit down with Conor Sweeny, the founder of Dae, to discuss the surge in popularity for açaí in Ireland.

    Food • 31 Mar
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    Spice burger recipe from The Gastro Gays

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    Food • 26 Mar
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    The best chip shop delicacies from across Ireland

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    Food • 24 Mar
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    Straight to the source: 10 farm shops to visit around Ireland

    Want to shop straight from the source? The Gastro Gays share their top 10 farm shops from around Ireland.

    Food • 22 Apr
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    Where to eat in Ireland 2025: new openings and hot spots

    A new year brings new beginnings and sets the scene for memorable meals endlessly over the next 12 months.

    Food • 15 Apr
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