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6.2% of all Irish households purchasing non-alcoholic drinks in January

Off-trade | Kantar’s latest data shows sales of low and no-alcohol soared by more than 47% with shoppers spending an additional €620k during the month versus last year

TOMRA marks one year of success with Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme

On-trade | TOMRA celebrates a successful year of partnership, helping reduce litter by 50% and support Ireland’s recycling goals

Dungarvan Brewing Company appoints new head brewer

On-trade | Cormac O'Dwyer returns to Dungarvan Brewing Company to lead the brewing team in crafting new and exciting beers while ensuring that Dungarvan's reputation is maintained

FSAI serves 11 Enforcement Orders on food businesses in January

On-trade | The FSAI issued 11 Enforcement Orders last month for serious breaches of food safety laws, citing issues such as pest infestations, poor hygiene, and lack of traceability

Laura’s rooftop restaurant opens at Old Fashioned Sam’s

Marketing | Laura’s brings a contemporary dining experience to Dublin 2, with a menu designed to showcase flavours and premium ingredients. 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with award-winning whiskeys from Boann Distillery

Boann Distillery offers two gift options this Valentine’s Day, perfect for whiskey lovers: the Whistler P.X. I Love You and the award-winning Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Madeira

Revenue officers seize €1.4m in illegal tobacco

The illicit tobacco products were discovered in operations across Rosslare Europort, Limerick and Tipperary

AIB Spend Trend reveals Valentine’s Day shopping habits

On Valentine’s Day 2024, spending in restaurants was 44% higher than the average Wednesday, while cinema spending surged 69%
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