Michael Duggan

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Meet the characters of the Castle: Michael Duggan

With 37 years of experience, Michael played a pivotal role in Ashford Castle's beautiful restoration project.

Bacon and Cabbage

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Bacon and cabbage with parsley sauce

A delicious recipe from Executive Head Chef Jonathan Keane, perfect for St Patrick's Day.

Rose cocktail

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Ashford Castle's rose garden cocktail

Bar & Lounge Manager Noli Alngohuro shares his favourite cocktail recipe for Mother's Day.

Fintan Paul Michael at Ashford Castle

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Meet the characters of Ashford Castle: Paul Coyne

Meet Paul Coyne, at Ashford Castle, a bartender with 25 years of service.

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Meet the supplier: Glasrai Vegetables

Meet the supplier who helps provide the Ashford Estate with locally produced organic vegetables.

Foraging At Ashford Castle Philippe Farineau Executive Chef and Wolfhounds

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What’s growing on the estate this Spring

Join us as we take a foraging tour of our spectacular grounds.

Mushroom Foraging

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How to forage for Irish mushrooms

A popular guest activity at The Lodge, learn about the tips and tricks for safe and enjoyable mushroom foraging.

Guests cycling in Ashford Castle's grounds

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Hidden secrets on our doorstep

Explore the Ashford Estate on two wheels with General Manager Peter Fergus.

Bread and butter pudding

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Ashford Castle's bread and butter pudding

A delicious tempting dessert from Ashford Castle.

Sean Kelly

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Meet the supplier: Kelly's Butchers

We are proud to serve this delicious local produce 'seasoned by nature'.

Valentine's cocktail

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Our romantic cocktail recipe

Celebrate this Valentine's Day with a specially crafted cocktail for your loved one from the Ashford Estate.

Table setting at Cullens at The Cottage, Ashford Castle

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From the Estate to the table

We learn what is growing in our gardens and polytunnels across the Ashford Estate.

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