Dublin Up

Stepping onto the cobblestones of Dublin’s famous Temple Bar neighborhood, you know that you’ve arrived. The sound of traditional Irish music spills into the streets from the multitude of bars, mixing with the laughter and singing of the crowds—the sights and sounds all around calling out proudly, “Come join in on the Irish luck. You’re in Ireland now.” And lucky you’d be, indeed. Especially if you happen to be an adventurous foodie.

The past couple of decades in Ireland have seen some major demographic and culinary changes take place. Dublin’s population is diversifying, and an epicurean melting pot is taking over the country of meat and potatoes, shepherd’s pie, and Irish stew. From