S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition is the global initiative to discover and mentor the most promising and talented young chefs. The Competition has invited the world’s most talented chefs under 30 years old to apply. The Competition is much more than a culinary contest however, partaking in the initiative means joining the ambitious S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy project to make the world a better place through food. The participants will have a unique opportunity to join an international community and be empowered through education, mentoring, networking, an ..read more

Hastings Hotels has completed a €17.5 million renovation at the iconic Europa Hotel in Belfast, marking a significant milestone in its history. The extensive five-year renewal project encompasses upgrades to all 272 guest bedrooms, the Lobby Bar, Piano Restaurant, meeting rooms, and the Penthouse. To commemorate, Hastings Hotels commissioned celebrated artist Colin Davidson to create new artwork that pays homage to the hotel’s historical significance. Titled “The ‘71”, the painting captures the essence of a nostalgic journey home with an abstract rendering of the red double decker 71 bus ..read more

General Manager of Arnolds Hotel in Dunfanaghy, has been elected Chair of the Donegal Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), which represents hotels and guesthouses across the County.  A fourth-generation hotelier and member of the IHF’s National Council, Aisling brings extensive experience to the role of Branch Chair. Having been actively involved in the running of Arnolds Hotel since 2013, Aisling took over the role of General Manager in 2016. She previously worked as a Chartered Accountant with Deloitte and has acted as a consultant on a number of privately owned businesses and f ..read more

Patrick Kickham-Lennon, Deputy General Manager of Gorey’s Seafield Hotel & Spa Resort has been elected Chair of the South East Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), which represents hotels and guesthouses across counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny, and South Tipperary. A native of Enniscorthy in Co. Wexford, Patrick has a hotel career spanning over two decades. Prior to joining Seafield Hotel & Spa Resort in 2017, he was Director of Food and Beverage at Druids Glen Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort in Co. Wicklow. Previously he held the positions of Resort Operations Manage ..read more

Musgrave MarketPlace, Ireland’s leading wholesale supplier to foodservice, retail and SME businesses, is proud to announce that since 2016 it has donated over 1.5 million meals to 200 local charities and community groups in Ireland through its partnership with FoodCloud. This donation equates to over 630 tonnes of food and a saving of €1.89 million to Irish charities. FoodCloud is a social enterprise that connects businesses with surplus food to charities in their local communities, allowing them to donate food easily and directly to those that need it. Through its food donations, which may ha ..read more

Free and half price admission is being offered at local visitor attractions and sites across County Clare on Saturday and Sunday, April 20th and 21st as part of the second annual “Be a Tourist in Your Own County Clare” initiative. The Tourism Department of Clare County Council, working in partnership with the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum and local tourism attractions, is inviting the public to become a tourist for the day in County Clare as part of ongoing efforts to tap into the growing domestic market ahead of the peak tourism season. The wide range of experiences to ..read more

Ballynahinch Castle has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising over 2,300 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. According to Carol Hinch, Director of Sales & Marketing at Ballynahinch Castle, inclusion in Virtuoso will present new sales and marketing opportunities to the network’s more than 20,000 luxury travel advisors and their highly desirable clientele. Virtuoso agencies worldwide sell an average of (U.S.) $28–$32 billion annually, making the network the most significant player in luxury travel. “Virtuoso’s acceptance process is inc ..read more

Deep RiverRock proudly marks its one-year anniversary as the number one impulse water brand on the island of Ireland. NielsenIQ’s February Value Sales Report confirms this, reinforcing Deep RiverRock’s unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and customer satisfaction. Deep RiverRock’s rise to the top of the Irish water market has been nothing short of remarkable. For three consecutive years, the brand has experienced month on month value share growth. Sourced beneath the glacial hill of Co. Antrim, the brand has continued to be the number 1 brand for sustainable on-the-go consumption ..read more

The O’Donoghue Ring Collection is delighted to announce that three of its popular hotels in Killarney have achieved the prestigious Green Hospitality Eco-Certification. Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre, Killarney Avenue Hotel, and Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa have each been recognised for making positive strides towards a more sustainable future with their commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices. A luxurious portfolio of Irish family-run hotels, self-catering apartments, independent restaur ..read more

Gather your little oompa loompas for a Willy Wonka inspired break at Newpark Hotel Kilkenny this Easter.  Their ‘Wonka in Jurassic’ experience at the adjacent Jurassic Newpark attraction is quickly becoming the hottest golden ticket for families over the holidays.  And the best part?  There’s unlimited entry for guests of the hotel during their stay. It’s not surprising that Newpark Hotel was recently named as Ireland’s top Family Friendly Hotel, as there’s so much on offer. The ‘Wonka in Jurassic’ experience will take place from Saturday March 23rd to Sunday April 7th, when Wil ..read more