Ali Dunworth

1 week ago | irishtimes.com | Ali Dunworth

Sunny weather isn’t just great for drying clothes – it’s also prime beer garden weather. But not all outdoor spots are created equal. We’ve all followed signs to a “terrace” that’s really a bin store or a scruffy car park with pallet chairs. No thanks. These are the cream of old-school pubs around the country perched in stunning coastal spots with plenty of seating and great views.

3 weeks ago | independent.ie | Ali Dunworth |Aoife Carrigy

15 South William Street, Dublin 2; groganspub.ie“I’ll drop them out to you” — rare words of service for a city centre pub that you’ll often still hear at Grogan’s. The attentive staff will sometimes even magic some extra stools for you among the al fresco street seating that wraps around this beloved old-school boozer. Add unbeatable people-watching and an almost festival vibe on a sunny day, and it’s clear to see why these are some of the most coveted outdoor seats in town.

3 weeks ago | irishtimes.com | Ali Dunworth

Freshly shucked oysters. Kombucha stations. Filipino adobo. Acai bowls. Vegan spice bags. It sounds like a line-up from a fancy food event, but these are just some of the things I ate last year at Irish music festivals: the quality of the food they offer has soared over the past decade. So have the prices, however. When a typical festival feed is edging close to €20, what exactly are you paying for? Turns out it’s a lot more than just food. Full disclosure before we delve into things.

4 weeks ago | irishexaminer.com | Ali Dunworth

We all know London is a culinary powerhouse and one to watch when it comes to what’s hot in food. Do you know what’s hot there right now? Ireland. Irish food, Irish pubs, Irish cooking. And it’s no wonder when there has always been a constant stream of chefs making the pilgrimage over the water to sharpen their skills. Some chefs do their time and head home and we’re all the better for it.

1 month ago | independent.ie | Ali Dunworth

The Canadian chef is en route to Ireland and wants to know where real Irish people eat. He talks about chaos, cooking, and being a Derry Girls fanWhen I hear the news that Matty Matheson is coming to Dublin, I know I’m booking straight away — even though I have no idea what I’m actually booking.