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Exploring Irish Cuisine: Dishes You Must Try

Ireland is renowned for its hearty, comforting food, often made from locally sourced ingredients. Traditional Irish cuisine has been shaped by the island’s history and natural resources, and each dish ...

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Famous Irish Writers and Their Impact on Literature

Ireland has produced some of the world’s most famous and influential writers. From poetry to plays and novels, Irish writers have shaped the literary world and continue to inspire readers ...

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The Importance of the Irish Language: A Look at Gaeilge

While English is the most widely spoken language in Ireland, the Irish language (known as Gaeilge) is an essential part of the country’s cultural identity. Despite its decline over the ...

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ISI and James Joyce: Influences I

Fig. O. James Joyce’s The Cat and the Devil illustrated by Brazilian artist Lelis. Here at ISI Dublin, we pride ourselves on having — over and above all of the ...

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Did you know . . . ? 7 Interesting Facts about Ireland

1.) The Shamrock is not the only official symbol of Ireland: more ancient and deeply connected to our pre-Christian Druidic past is the Harp. So, when considering getting a tattoo ...

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May the 4th be with you!-What’s on in Dublin👊

"Hello there" "May the 4th is Star Wars Day." For fans of the franchise, it’s like Christmas. In Dublin, and indeed around the world, there are celebrations, gatherings, and generally ...

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World Book Day

World Book Day (Note, in Ireland and the UK, World Book Day takes part on the first Thursday of March every year.) World Book Day is an annual event that ...

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The Best and Worst of Ireland on screen…Part Three.

Welcome back to the best and worst of Ireland on screen! The series where we talk about good and bad representations of Ireland in film and television. Whether it’s the ...

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Dublin History: The 1916 Easter Rising

The Irish have long had issues with the British and their occupation of the country. From the Anglo-Norman invasion in the 12th century to the Plantations (colonizing Ireland in staged ...

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Academic Tips: Top 10 Deadly Irish Words!

Welcome to our countdown of the Top 10 Irish Slang Words Every English Learner Should Know! Embrace the Hiberno-English charm as we rank these words from 10 to 1, giving ...

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