IRISH STORIES BLOG

  • Belleek Pottery: Celebrating 160 Years of Quality

    Belleek Pottery: Celebrating 160 Years of Quality

    The year 2017 marks 16 decades of distinctive, detailed, and stunningly beautiful craftsmanship at Belleek Pottery. Read on to learn more about this company’s rich Irish tradition. The Founding Father...

    Katie Rhodes |

  • Cook Your Own Colcannon

    Cook Your Own Colcannon

    Master the mix of potatoes and greens with this traditional Irish dish For many people, there is no wrong way to eat a potato. They can be enjoyed boiled, baked,...

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  • 5 Irish Castles to Know

    5 Irish Castles to Know

    Check out five of Ireland’s must-see castles. Carrickfergus Castle Carrickfergus Both the age and architecture of Carrickfergus Castle make it a must-see among Ireland castles. Work began on the structure...

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  • Favorite Irish Sayings

    Favorite Irish Sayings

    Centuries-old Irish quotes and famous Irish proverbs are passed along from family to family and often even displayed on wall hangings and framed art like the keepsake Irish quotes signs...

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  • Serve Traditional Corned Beef with Cabbage

    Serve Traditional Corned Beef with Cabbage

    Americans tend to associate corned beef with the Irish. It was, in fact, a huge export for Ireland during the late 17th – early 19th century; however, many accounts note that...

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  • The Father's Day Gift Guide

    The Father's Day Gift Guide

    He taught you how to ride a bicycle and later how to drive (scary as it was!). He has been there to cheer you on at soccer games, graduations, and...

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  • Irish Green: What Does It Mean?

    Irish Green: What Does It Mean?

    All Things Green When it's St. Patrick's Day, green is the color of choice for apparel, beverages, décor and more. Fans of all things Ireland are so committed to the...

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  • Irish Wedding Traditions

    Irish Wedding Traditions

    The covenant of marriage is a sacred one—special because of the proclamation of love, the commitment made before God, and—of course—the Irish traditions that accompany the ceremony. As wedding season...

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  • Explore the Wild Atlantic Way

    Explore the Wild Atlantic Way

    What is the Wild Atlantic Way? If you haven’t been to Ireland in the last three years, you may not be familiar with this term. The Wild Atlantic Way is...

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  • Have Your Cake and Drink It, Too

    Have Your Cake and Drink It, Too

    Guinness; it’s not just for drinking any more. As part of a continued trend, chefs and confectioners are incorporating the beloved Irish beer into everything from bread to lamb stew....

    Katie Rhodes |

  • Featured JMH Jewellery

    Featured JMH Jewellery

    JMH Jewellery is a family business with a 44-year obsession with producing quality Irish made jewelry!  We are manufacturing jewelers based in South Dublin, ideally located close to all our...

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  • Find the Perfect Gift for Mom

    Find the Perfect Gift for Mom

    They rocked us when we were babies, made our school lunches as grew, and are still available for heart-to-heart chats–no matter how late in the night it may be. Celebrate...

    Katie Rhodes |