‘Hong Kong feels safe and friendly, and the food is outstanding’ – our restaurant critic’s travel guide
Katy McGuinness takes a flying visit to Hong Kong, including a fabulous foodie tour Hong Kong’s skyline. Photo:…
Planque London restaurant review: ‘Last month it was named the city’s best restaurant in London – but is it just another trendy East London small plates joint with notions?’
Our food critic was impressed by the food and wine at this ‘hideaway’ headed by an Australian chef…
The supermarket Greek yoghurt taste test: We could not fault our favourite – it’s creamy, tangy and made with live cultures
Supermarket Greek yoghurts If you sometimes find yourself confused by the labelling on the yoghurts in the supermarket,…
Daruma restaurant review: ‘When a tiny plate with four minute slices of wagyu beef on it arrives, we all laugh at the ridiculous Lilliputian helping, but it’s incredibly good’
Our food critic is already planning a return to this Japanese delight in Temple Bar Daruma restaurant. Photo:…
The supermarket granola taste test – ‘The winner tastes good and has the least sugar content of all the ones we tested’
Supermarket granola taste test Granola is a breakfast cereal staple, but you might prefer it as a topping…
Katy McGuinness’s 2025 foodie awards: the best restaurants, dishes and chefs in Ireland
From her meal of the year to a winning reinvention, our restaurant critic rounds up her best –…
The supermarket chocolate hazelnut spread taste test – ‘It’s not as tooth-shatteringly sweet and has better hazelnut flavour’
We try some of the best – and worst – versions on the market Supermarket chocolate hazelnut spreads…
Gloria Osteria Dublin review: ‘I’m pre-programmed not to like this new Italian but it’s impossible for even a curmudgeon like me not to fall head over heels for the OTT decor, charming staff and more-than-decent food’
With its OTT decor, charming staff and more-than-decent food, this is a party not to be missed, says…
The pre-made Christmas sandwich taste test – ‘The sandwich is dry, but if you’re after a quick fix, it’ll do the job’
We try some of the best – and worst – versions on the market Christmas sandwich taste test…
The supermarket cream cheese taste test: From a ‘tangy and delicious’ hit to an ‘inoffensive but pricey’ miss
We try some of the best – and worst – versions on the market The supermarket cream cheese…
Doolaly restaurant review: This buzzing Indian is a great choice for groups
Our critic is impressed by the menu and ‘universally delightful’ staff at this buzzing D2 spot Doolally restaurant…
The Dining Club at Whitestown House review: ‘The hosts’ welcome is warm, but if you’d rather stick pins in your eyes than share a table with strangers, it is not for you’
Our critic enjoys a seasonal dining experience in this north county Dublin country house The Dining Club at…