Writer Ali Dunworth On Irish Pints, Irish Culture & The Patron Saint of Beer, St. Brigid

Today’s guest is Ali Dunworth, food writer and author of “A Compendium of Irish Pints: The Culture, Customs and Craic.” Ali joins host Kerry Diamond from Dublin to talk about Irish pints, pubs, drinking etiquette, and the lo & no movement. Ali also explains why the patron saint of beer, St. Brigid, has a bank holiday dedicated to her in Ireland. 

Lastly, they cover the Gaelic cultural revolution that has those in America and beyond captivated by Irish actors, musicians, authors, TV shows, and even Irish butter.

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