The Buzz About Bees & Shamrocks
Even in the land of saints and scholars, we tend to get rush from St. Brigid’s Day to St. Valentine’s Day without a thought for
Category: Irish stuff we like
Irish Gifts of Warmth and Texture
Summer is fleeting and fickle guest in Ireland, but Autumn and Winter are home here. When the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, that’s
Ireland’s Beloved Thatched Cottages
Thatched roof cottages with white walls and little square windows are a popular image on Irish gifts. Not only are they lovely to look at,
Shades of Patrick
As the world celebrates Ireland’s patron saint with parades, ceili dances, Irish gifts and raised glasses, it is a grand time to take a closer
And the Winner Is: Irishman Cedric Gibbons
After his well-earned Bafta win, Cork’s Cillian Murphy is sure to be the Irishman everyone is talking about at the Oscars. But there’s another Irishman
New Irish Baby Name Trends
Most folks would agree, the cutest of all Irish gifts is a new baby in the family. Spring is the season when we seem to
Celebrating Halloween’s Irish Roots
Halloween as we celebrate it today – with children dressed as superheroes, princesses and adorable animals going door to door collecting candy – is an
Traditional Boats of Ireland
As an island, the sea is never too far no matter where in Ireland you might be. And generation after generation, we have crossed it
Celebrate Autumn with Tree-themed Irish Gifts
Outside, the leaves are brilliant colors. Mother Nature is treating us to a show of her dazzling finery. Drops of rain shine like diamonds on
3 Things Make ‘Me Time’ Tea Time, Irish Style
If you are a parent, congratulations on getting through the craziness of summer. Now that the children are back in school, you deserve a break.