Here are just a handful of the wonderful people, businesses and events that have been making headlines for the all right reasons over the last few weeks
DropChef launches limited edition ‘All Irish’ meal kits with chef Caomhán de Brí
Fancy a delicious, hassle-free meal from the comfort of your home? The new ‘Chef Drop’ meal kits from delivery service DropChef have recipes that celebrate seasonal Irish produce and make flying the flag for Irish food easier than ever. Available to purchase until 29 April, every customer who orders will be automatically entered into a prize draw to be in with a chance of winning ‘a night off’, and enjoy having Caomhán de Brí come and cook for their household. Win, win.
Irish women brave Arctic wilderness for worthy cause
Congratulations to the brave, all-female group who jetted off to an Arctic wilderness on 13 March after a €100,000 fundraising drive. The 14-strong crew left Dublin airport for a week-long expedition to raise awareness about women’s heart health. The team had been training for a year for the Irish Heart Foundation’s Arctic Challenge – part of the charity’s ‘Her Heart Matters’ campaign. You can help the women raise even more money by donating here.
GAA Museum unveils exciting new chapter with ‘Writers from the Rooftop’
Perfect for literature lovers, the launch of ‘Writers from the Rooftop’, a unique tour on Croke Park’s Kellogg’s Skyline offers visitors an exhilarating blend of panoramic city views and rich storytelling, celebrating the writers who have shaped Ireland’s literary identity and landscape. It takes place every Sunday in April and you can find out more here.
Luxury Irish brand unveils its first unisex fragrance
VIP guests were treated to an unforgettable evening as Cork-based fragrance business La Bougie launched their highly anticipated unisex fragrance, Cedar Atlas, at PITCH Ireland with rugby players Bundee Aki and Conor Murray. Attendees were welcomed with a selection of carefully crafted drinks, including Whiskey Sours, Pornstar Martinis, and pints of Guinness. Guests included Triona Mc Carthy, Niamh O’Sullivan, Isabel Gleeson and Joanna Cooper.
Woodie’s Budding Gardeners Competition is back for 2025
Are your children interested in gardening? Woodie’s is calling on families and schools nationwide to Plant-a-Pot for chance to win €1,000 cash prize or €500 Woodie’s Gift Cards for five runners-up. Find out more here.
Pieta launches Darkness into Light 2025 campaign
Thousands of people all around the country take part every year and if you’re one of them, you’ll know what a special day it is. The annual Darkness Into Light event will take place on Saturday, 10 May. This year’s campaign will be fronted by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter RuthAnne, who will serve as the 2025 Darkness Into Light ambassador.
Hairdressers come together to support a unique fundraiser for their local hospice
Staff at Reflections Hair and Beauty salon in Kilcoole, Co Wicklow, are handing over an hour of their pay during the month of April in the ‘Your Finest Hour For Hospice’ fundraising drive, organised by Together for Hospice. They are now encouraging employees right across Ireland to do the same. Employers can register for the initiative at finesthour.ie, where donations can also be made.
Research reveals the county with the highest number of female entrepreneurs
Thinking about setting up a company in your local area? Procure.ie, Ireland’s leading business utility consultants, analysed thousands of LinkedIn profiles across Ireland to find out how many female business founders are in each county. The results reveal where women-led entrepreneurship is thriving, and they may surprise you. Cork holds the top spot followed by Dublin, Galway, Wicklow and Kildare.
Hike to Ireland’s best small festival while raising money for charity
The Dublin Simon Community has been announced as the official charity partner of Beyond the Pale Festival. To mark the partnership, festival-goers and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to take part in Beyond The Trail, a mesmerising 18km journey through the Wicklow Way on 13 June, leading directly to the renowned Beyond the Pale festival. Click here for more information.
Dublin restaurant set for extensive expansion in 2025
Proving that there is a thriving food scene in the capital city, the award-winning SOLE Seafood & Grill is set to expand from a 5,500sq. Foot to 11,000 sq foot. luxury dining space in 2025. The impressive expansion plan includes state of the art staff facilities, an extended seating area, an Exclusive Private Dining Floor and a new entrance on Drury Street.
Globally-trained pastry chef opens patisserie in her hometown
Lauren McLoughlin – a native of Drumcliffe, in Co Sligo – opened the doors to Lauren’s Patisserie on Adelaide Street earlier this year. A qualified pastry chef with more than ten years’ experience working in some of the most celebrated patisseries in the world, she honed her skills at renowned establishments including Gleneagles in Scotland, Ashford Castle in Ireland, Le Petit Caporal in France, and Peggy Porschen in London.
Irish toy company announces partnership with massive global brand
Innovative Irish toy company, HoloToyz, specialises in bringing kids toys to life and has now entered an exciting new partnership with Mattel, the owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. Aimed to bring Barbie and Hot Wheels further into the new era of Augmented Reality (AR) play, the collaboration marks a major milestone for HoloToyz, following the incredible success of the Barbie movie and Mattel’s continued innovation in the toy industry.
11-year-old girl wins gold for Ireland at European MMA Championships
11-year-old Tramore native Freya Marsh won the Gold Medal at The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation 2025 IMMAF European Championships in Belgrade, Serbia earlier this year. It was Freya’s debut International MMA competition outing, as she has previously only competed in Jiujitsu competitions. The win also gives the Waterford athlete the title of ‘youngest Irish female’ to be awarded this gold medal.
