Fast-forward to 2002 and the Italian forward starred in an ad for Smithwicks, a beer brewed in Kilkenny City for over 300 ...

The Kilkenny head — as luscious as it gets: thick and frothy, the quintessential representation of why Ireland is known for its beer just as much as its rugged natural beauty and rich heritage.

History was made on Friday night when the Avalon House Hotel in Castlecomer became the first Licensed Premises to sell HelloYes, a local craft beer. Richard Boland had the privilege of pulling the ...