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Why are bagels popular again in Ireland?

The bagel has become a staple of lunchtimes here in Ireland again. In the mid-2000s, we had bagel...

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14.39 8 Jun 2026


Why are bagels popular again in Ireland?


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14.39 8 Jun 2026


The bagel has become a staple of lunchtimes here in Ireland again. In the mid-2000s, we had bagel bars across the country, until in the 2010s when carbs became the enemy. But now, they are back, and better than ever before…

Joining Seán to discuss the history of the bagel is Dympna O’Brien, Managing Director of Bretzel Bakery in Dublin.


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