Ireland

Gastronomy of Ireland

Due to its excellent location Ireland's gastronomy enjoys a variety in the combination of dishes made from local products. The Irish diet is characteristic for the high quality of its lamb, being one of the world's best suppliers, although it has been subject for many scandals. Seafood from South Ireland and grains and berries from the countryside are also main ingredients of the Irish cuisine.

The Potato is the main side present in all Irish meals as well as the cabbage, besides other vegetables produced in the country.

For visitors the energetic Irish breakfast will probably satisfy the stomach till tea time around 5 p.m. which basic elements are: sausages, mushrooms, potato bread, eggs, cut chive, black pudding, bacon and lamb kidney...

Traditional are succulent lamb dishes, oysters, smoked salmon and the potato soup.

Typical beverage in Irish pubs is without doubt the Guiness beer which is the national social drink. Also Irish whisky is popular for its quality being one of the main producers in the world.