Dishing It Out

This week, Gary and Gareth welcome Kenneth Keavey of Green Earth Organics, the Galway-based organic farm delivering veggie boxes across Ireland. Kenneth talks about leaving a career in chemistry and pharmaceuticals to return to the family farm, why organic growing matters, and what it really takes to build healthy soil, rotate crops and grow food without relying on chemicals. The lads dig into eve...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth welcome comedian Willa White to the studio for a chat that goes from belly laughs to brutally honest life stories and back again. Willa talks about how he first got in to stand-up, going from recovery meetings and prison to comedy workshops, Vicar Street, touring, and building a career without ever really planning to become a comedian. He opens up about...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth welcome restaurant critic, food writer and all-round sharp palate Katy McGuinness to the studio. Katy lifts the lid on life as a restaurant critic, from how she chooses where to review and the notes she takes after a meal, to why the feeling of hospitality matters just as much as what’s on the plate. Katy also shares the responsibility that comes with c...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth sit down with good friend Frankie Mallon, aka “Frankie Fish”, head chef and owner of An Port Mór. Frankie then takes us through the story of An Port Mór, a much-loved Westport institution. He talks about learning the hard way in tough kitchens, from Paul Rankin’s Michelin-starred Roscoff in Belfast to disciplined Swiss kitchens and manic Parisian bistro...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth take the show on the road, landing in Kevin Burke’s Library Street for the launch of the Business Post 101 Great Irish Restaurants, in association with Nespresso Professional. Away from the comfort of the studio, the lads catch up with Kevin ahead of his big lunch service, chatting about the evolution of the restaurant, sharing plates, charcoal grills,...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth welcome home cook and content creator Sarah Butler of Sarah Butler at Home. Sarah shares how growing up in a food-loving house, with a butcher father and a busy family B&B shaped the way she cooks today. From graphic design to wedding stationery, lockdown lemon meringue videos and self-publishing five cookbooks, she talks about building her food car...

This week on Dishing It Out, Gary and Gareth sit down with Ciaran Kavanagh from John Kavanagh’s, The Gravediggers, one of the most iconic pubs in Ireland. Ciaran shares what it was like growing up in the family pub, pulling pints from the age of 14, before heading off on a culinary journey that took him from Club Med, to the Bahamas and eight years cooking in Italy. He explains how he brought that...

Join Gareth and Gary for another episode of Dishing It Out as they welcome food content creator and all-round enthusiast Éadaoin Fitzmaurice. Éadaoin shares how she went from being an extremely picky eater as a child to building a career around eating her way across Ireland. She talks about a 'Top 5 Hot Chocolates In Dublin' video got her started, the rise of food content creators, and why she pre...

Join Gareth and Gary for another episode of Dishing It Out as they welcome pastry chef extraordinaire and all-round master baker, Shane Smith. Shane takes us through the early days of his career as a pastry chef, from old-school, army-style hotel kitchens to the pull of the pastry section across the pass. The lads dig into what makes pastry different from savoury cooking: following recipes exactly...

Join Gareth and Gary for another episode of Dishing It Out as they welcome consumer champion and former Celebrity MasterChef contestant, Conor Pope. Conor shares how a four-week sausage review slot in the Irish Times turned into a full-blown career helping readers with everything from phone bills to life-changing insurance battles. Food-wise, the lads dig into Conor’s MasterChef experience, includ...

Join Gareth and Gary as they welcome a giant of the Irish hotel scene to the podcast, Garry Hughes, Executive Chef of The Shelbourne. From knocking on the kitchen doors of the Shelbourne and the K Club as a young lad, to working in tough Michelin-starred kitchen and opening hotels from building-site stage, Garry has always been a grafter. He shares how his culinary journey led him back to running...

Join Gareth and Gary for an Easter special of Dishing It Out . No guest this week, just the two lads, a load of chocolate, and a lot of opinions. It's all about Easter traditions old and new, both at home and in their hotels, from mountains of Easter eggs to hot cross buns, and how to serve up the perfect lamb dinner. Gary shares his slow-braised lamb shank with root veg and gremolata, while Garet...

Join Gareth and Gary for another episode of Dishing It Out as they welcome comedian and host of The Weekly Roast podcast, Mark Mehigan. Mark gets deep about his lifelong love of food, his borderline obsession with France, and how giving up drink and cigarettes completely changed the way he tastes and enjoys what’s on his plate. From perfect French pastries to wedding menus and comfort classics, th...

Gareth and Gary are back and excited to kick off Season 6 of Dishing It Out with a seriously special guest, newly crowned Michelin star chef Angelo Vagiotis of The Pullman at Glenlo Abbey. Angelo shares the remarkable journey from the ultra-lux world of fine dining at Terre in Castlemartyr, to transforming a 1920s Orient Express carriage into Galway’s latest Michelin-starred destination. He opens...

Join Gareth and Gary for a special episode as they welcome their hero, the legendary Derry Clarke. Derry, a true icon in the culinary world, shares stories from his impressive career spanning over three decades, filled with triumphs, challenges, and his transition to consultancy and private dining experiences. In this episode, the trio delves into the intricacies of fine dining, the impact of Mich...

We may not have quite won enough games during the Trapattoni era but it's fair to say as his translator, Manuela Spinelli won over Irish hearts. In this week's episode, Manuela joins Gareth and Gary to discuss her fascinating career as a translator not just for Ireland football managers but also none other than the Pope! We also get to hear her passionate insight in to Italian food and why she's s...

Join Gareth Mullins and Gary O'Hanlon for another delicious episode of "Dishing It Out," where they are joined by Anthony Smith, owner of the acclaimed Mr. Fox restaurant on D’OLiar Street, now boasting a Michelin star! Anthony shares his culinary journey with stories ranging from his beginnings in McDonald's to managing multiple successful ventures, including his exciting new whiskey brand. Don’t...

Get ready for a flavorful journey in this week’s episode of “Dishing It Out”. The lads are flying solo, diving into their most memorable meals, sharing stories from the Ritz to the Four Seasons. Gareth recounts heartwarming experiences from his wedding in Tuscany and Gary relives some happy times in Boston, as they reflect on the people, places, and unforgettable dishes that shaped their culinary...

Join Gareth Mullins and Gary O'Hanlon for another delicious episode of “Dishing It Out”! This week, they're joined by the talented Santina Kennedy, who shares her journey through the world of Irish food and her love for showcasing the vibrant flavours of Wicklow. Gareth and Gary dive into the magic of cooking as Santina discusses her past in the café scene and her latest collaboration celebrating...

Join Gareth and Gary for another serving of "Dishing It Out" as they welcome the multi-talented Marcus O'Laoire, who’s made waves with his daily recipe-sharing adventure. Known for his vibrant online presence and flavorful dishes, Marcus opens up about his culinary journey and how he's managed to create a new meal every day without burning out, his thoughts on food trends and his Death Row Meal me...

Join Gareth and Gary for the first live episode of “Dishing It Out”! Recorded right from the vibrant heart All Together Now. They chat about the evolution of festival food, highlighting talented vendors and their mouth-watering offerings. Gareth introduces one of his favourite guides for this week’s Cookbook Corner and this week's guest is legendary pastry chef, JR Ryall from Ballmaloe, as he shar...

Al Porter had the world at his feet. Having conquered the comedy and media landscape in Ireland, his rising star was set to shine across the sea when suddenly, it fell and it fell hard. In this week's episode Al joins Gareth and Gary to discuss his meteoric rise and catastrophic fall and how he has spent recent years seeking answers about himself and forgiveness from others. An autism diagnosis ha...

The word 'legend' gets bandied about all too freely these days but it's fair to say that this week Gareth and Gary are joined by a giant of broadcasting that more than fits the bill. The iconic Pat Kenny. Pat joins Gareth and Gary to share his fascinating journey in radio and television. From his surprising start on a children's programme to his incredible career as the host of The Late late and h...

In this week's episode of "Dishing It Out," Gareth and Gary welcome Niall Harbison. Previously known for his culinary journey from chef to content creator, Niall shares his inspiring story, from his early days in the kitchen to saving himself through his extraordinary movement for helping stray dogs in Thailand. The trio dives into the reality of kitchen life, discussing the evolution of the culin...

It's time to spruce up the spatulas and iron out the aprons because "Dishing It Out" is back! Yes, our resident chefs, Gary O'Hanlon and Gareth Mullins are back in action and cooking up another series of juicy pods to get your stomach rumbling and your sides splitting and season 5 promises to be just as interesting, entertaining and edicational! After a refreshing break and an award-winning run, t...