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Fifteens -

Fifteens, a no-bake treat, originate from Ulster. The name comes from the recipe, which typically calls for 15 of each main ingredient. To make, you'll need digestive biscuits (Graham crackers), marshmallows, glacé cherries, sweetened condensed milk, and desiccated coconut.

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Irish coffee -

Irish coffee is made with only four ingredients: hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and a whipped cream topping. It is the perfect winter-warming drink.

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Crubeens -

Crubeens are boiled and often breaded pigs' feet. They are typically served hot and enjoyed as a savory snack or as part of a meal.

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Waterford Blaa -

The Waterford Blaa is a soft, white bread roll originating from the city of Waterford, in southeast Ireland. Enjoy as part of your breakfast or lunch.

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Baileys Irish Cream -

Baileys Irish Cream is a blend of Irish whiskey, cream, and cocoa. Enjoy over ice or use as an ingredient in desserts.

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Black pudding -

Black pudding is a type of blood sausage made from pork blood, fat, oatmeal, and various seasonings. It is a staple in a traditional Irish breakfast.

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White pudding -

White pudding is similar to black pudding, except it does not contain blood. Ingredients include pork meat, fat, suet, breadcrumbs, and oatmeal. It is served as part of a full Irish breakfast.

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Irish bacon and cabbage -

Simple yet tasty and filling, bacon and cabbage is a popular Irish dish. The bacon is boiled with cabbage and potatoes, and sometimes served with a white sauce made of flour, butter, milk, and parsley.

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Irish breakfast tea -

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Murphy's Irish Stout -

Murphy's Irish Stout is a stout beer famous for its smooth texture and roasted malt flavors.

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Irish cream liqueur truffles -

Irish cream liqueur truffles are decadent treats made from cream, milk, chocolate, butter, and Baileys Irish Cream, covered in grated chocolate.

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Magners Irish Cider -

Established in 1935, Magners uses 17 varieties of apples, which are left to ferment and mature for up to 18 months, resulting in a crisp, refreshing cider with a well-balanced flavor.

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Irish breakfast sandwich -

What better way to start the day than with an Irish breakfast, but in a sandwich? This sandwich can be customized with other breakfast ingredients, such as grilled tomatoes or mushrooms.

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Potato farl -

Potato farl is mashed potato, kneaded with flour, butter, salt and pepper, and cooked on a griddle. It is often served as part of an Irish breakfast.

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Guinness -

Guinness, a stout beer famous for its dark color, creamy head, slightly bitter flavor, and notes of coffee and chocolate, is Ireland's national drink. It has been enjoyed by the people of Ireland for over 250 years.

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Irish beef and Guinness pie -

A beef and Guinness pie is made with chunks of Irish beef stewed in stout beer, vegetables, and a rich gravy. The mixture is then enclosed in a pastry crust and baked until golden.

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Cashel Blue cheese -

Cashel Blue is a semi-soft blue cheese produced in County Tipperary. It has a creamy and slightly crumbly texture with a tangy flavor. Serve as part of a cheeseboard, or crumble over salads.

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Oysters -

Irish oysters have a unique flavor that reflects the mixture of fresh and salty waters and the nutrient-rich environment in which they grow. Enjoy fresh with a squeeze of lemon or a splash of vinegar.

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Barmbrack -

Barmbrack is a traditional fruit loaf that is typically served around Halloween. It is made with dried fruits soaked in tea or whiskey and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

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Apple cake -

An Irish apple cake is made with fresh apples and flavored with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Typically enjoyed with a cup of tea, it can also be served with custard and eaten as a dessert.

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Seafood chowder -

Seafood chowders are popular in Ireland's coastal regions. The dishes feature fresh fish, shellfish, potatoes, and cream.

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Soda bread -

Soda bread is made with flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk. Unlike traditional bread, it doesn't need yeast; the buttermilk and baking soda create bubbles that make it rise. Enjoy it with butter alongside a stew.

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Coddle -

Coddle, said to originate in Dublin, is a hearty and warming meal that typically includes sausages, bacon, onions, and potatoes simmered in broth.

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Colcannon -

Colcannon is made from mashed potatoes mixed with cooked cabbage, butter, and sometimes leeks. It can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish.

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Boxty -

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Stew -

A hearty Irish stew is typically made with lamb or beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and sometimes barley.

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Smoked salmon -

Irish smoked salmon is popular for its mild, delicate flavor and smooth texture. A variety of woods are used for smoking.

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Butter -

Irish butter tends to be salted, uncultured, and contains a high butterfat content. Slather it on a slice of warm soda bread!

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Tayto -

Tayto is a popular potato chip brand famous for creating the world's first cheese and onion-flavored chips. A Tayto sandwich is a popular snack in Ireland as well.

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Jameson whiskey -

Jameson whiskey was first introduced in 1780. It's made from malted and unmalted barley, distilled three times, and aged in wooden casks. Enjoy it over ice or in cocktails.

Sources: (BBC Good Food) (Hogans Irish Cottages) (Food Network)

See also: Ireland's picture-perfect towns and villages

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