Gastro Gays

Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford are freelance food and travel writers who write at gastrogays.com and can be found on social media as @gastrogays

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Feast in the East: A break in the bountiful Boyne Valley

Less than an hour's drive from Dublin, the Boyne Valley primes itself perfectly as a spot for seamless day trips from the capital.

living • 28 Nov

The Causeway Coast: Dining, deep dives and drives

This is not just a beautiful (and delicious) route to discover, it's truly an epic one.

Travel • 26 Oct

48 Hours in... Waterford City and Tramore

Patrick and Russell of the GastroGays spend 48 hours in Ireland's oldest city...

Travel • 27 Sep

48 hours on the Waterford Greenway

Patrick and Russell of The GastroGays share their top tips for a memorable trip on the Waterford Greenway.

Travel • 10 Sep

13 of the best brunch spots in Dublin right now

We've scoured the city, from Phibsborough to Fade Street, Clontarf to Islandbridge, for the perfect places for that epic mix of eggs benny, mimosas, fluffy ...

Travel • 27 Sep 19

Must Be Belfast: City Hall Christmas Market

If you've never made it to the Christmas markets of continental Europe, hop in the car or book a seat on the bus or train, ...

living • 22 Dec 18

12 Stays of Christmas: Home-From-Home Christmas Breaks in Ireland

The magic of Christmas can absolutely be recreated wherever you find yourself this year.

Travel • 17 Dec 18

48 Hours in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a unique city everyone should explore at least once.

Travel • 06 Dec 18

48 Hours In... Malmö

Sweden's second city is a melting pot of food, culture, art and more, nestled in the "larder" of Sweden and with a wealth of natural ...

Travel • 22 Nov 18

Cupping in Cork: Where to find the best coffee in the Rebel City

Aside from being arguably the food capital of the country, Ireland's second city is also a destination for coffee lovers, gloriously appointed with all manner ...

Food • 21 Oct 18