I love restaurants. I follow the London food scene closely - obsessively, some might say. When I book a holiday, my first research isn’t flights or hotels, it’s where I’m eating. And these days, when dining out costs what it does, getting it wrong really hurts. Food, service, atmosphere, lighting, music, value - it all matters.

Molly Mac’s, Waterloo – Craic, Karaoke & Curry Sauce (Ask for Extra)

I love January. I know that puts me firmly in the minority, but perhaps it’s because it’s my birthday month, or because I genuinely enjoy the hibernation that follows December’s excesses. After weeks of heels, sequins, three-course dinners and rich food, January calls for something more low-key. And that’s exactly what makes choosing a birthday venue surprisingly tricky. When everyone suddenly wants the opposite of rich food and expense, the brief becomes: relaxed, fun, flavourful but not heavy.

Carmela’s, Upper Street – Pizza Worth Leaving the House For

On a rainy Friday in January, in fact the last Friday, when cabin fever is real and leaving the house feels like a minor act of heroism! I headed to Carmela’s on Upper Street, Islington. Perfectly positioned between Angel and Highbury & Islington stations, it’s an easy stroll along Upper Street with plenty of options to stop for a pre-dinner drink if the mood takes you (I recommend The Pocket if you can squeeze in!).

On a wintery evening in Chelsea, the Women’s Irish Network brought together 20 Irish women in London for something truly special: an intimate private dining experience at Myrtle with Irish chef, broadcaster and restaurateur Anna Haugh.

We’re delighted to welcome you to the new home and new identity of the Women’s Irish Network UK. Over the past few years, our community has grown in strength, confidence and connection. What began as a shared space for Irish women in London has evolved into a vibrant network built on support, wisdom, ambition and belonging. It felt like the right moment for our visual identity to grow with us.

At the Women’s Irish Network, we are passionate about empowering young women and supporting opportunities that foster confidence, teamwork, and resilience. That’s why we were honoured to sponsor the Britain U15 Camogie team at this year’s Féile na nGael tournament in Wexford — an unforgettable weekend that showcased incredible talent, dedication, and heart.

On the 25th of April, the Women’s Irish Network (WIN), in collaboration with the Irish Youth Foundation (IYF), visited the Brent Centre for Young People to learn firsthand about the vital mental health services being provided to adolescents in the London borough. This visit underscored the urgent need for dedicated support tailored to the unique challenges faced by Irish youth and other young people in Brent.

On the evening of the 17th of July, over 40 Irish women from across the South East of England gathered for an exclusive makeup masterclass hosted by the Women’s Irish Network in collaboration with the award-winning Irish beauty brand, Sculpted by Aimee.

On Wednesday, 25th of June, the Women’s Irish Network and SISTERLY came together to host a sold-out panel event at Eve, Kensington. With over 60 Irish women in the room, it was an evening of good craic, great chats, and frank discussion around health, hormones and how we take care of ourselves in a world not designed for women.

On the 21st of May, the Women’s Irish Network (WIN) proudly joined forces with the Irish Youth Foundation (IYF) to host an exclusive reception at the Irish Embassy in London.