A little Irish history, a lot of curiosity.
From forgotten recipes and extraordinary food traditions to the stories that connect generations, Old Irish Recipes has captured the attention of Irish media and audiences around the world.
What began as a personal passion for collecting old Irish recipes grew into a story that reached national newspapers, radio programs and the Irish diaspora, sparking conversations about our culinary heritage, family memories and the traditions we carry forward.
I’m delighted to share some of the coverage below. Thank you to all the journalists, broadcasters and readers who have helped bring these stories to a wider audience.
In the Newspapers
Irish Independent
Page 3 feature
“Sheep’s brains, pig’s ears and blackbirds on the menu”, a feature exploring my collection of historic Irish recipes and the unexpected stories behind them.
Read the feature in the Irish Independent →
Irish Mirror
From forgotten recipes to a viral passion project
A feature on the unusual dishes in my collection and the story behind my fascination with old Irish food.
Read the Irish Mirror feature →
Irish Star
The curious side of Ireland’s culinary past
A feature exploring the historic recipes that have captured people’s imagination, from sheep’s brains to blackbirds.
On the Radio
Newstalk — Moncrieff
Keeping Old Irish Recipes Alive
A conversation about preserving old Irish recipes and keeping the stories behind our food traditions alive.
Listen to the Newstalk feature →
RTÉ Radio 1
I’ve also had the opportunity to share stories from Ireland’s culinary heritage with RTÉ Radio 1.
Midlands 103
Exploring Irish history through food
A local radio feature on how historic recipes can open a window into Ireland’s past.
Read and listen to Midlands 103 →
Radio Kerry — Kerry Today
May Eve traditions
A conversation exploring the customs and traditions associated with the eve of May Day in Ireland.
Listen to the Radio Kerry feature →
The Story That Started It All
Sometimes, the best things begin with a bit of a laugh.
A spontaneous post about my collection of old Irish recipes in the Dull Women’s Club Facebook group took off far beyond anything I’d expected, bringing new readers, media interest and messages from the Irish community around the world.
It was a wonderful reminder that people are fascinated by the stories of those who came before us and that food is one of the most powerful ways to reconnect with our heritage.
Read the original Facebook post →
Pass on the Stories
Old Irish Recipes is about more than what our ancestors ate. It’s about the memories, traditions, ingenuity and experiences that make up our shared heritage.
I’m always happy to hear from readers, fellow history enthusiasts and organisations interested in preserving and celebrating Irish culture.
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Old Irish Recipes. Bring memories to the table.