Modern Irish Culture Nowadays,
many varieties of food that is common across the western world have
influenced Irish cuisine. Fast food and European cuisine is found
across the nation. More importantly, pub culture has spread widely
across all strata of Irish society. Pubs or bars are used not only for
drinking, but have also become common places for socializing, although
Ireland does have the second highest per capita alcohol consumption in
the world. The practice of clubbing has also increased dramatically.
Today,
although the original Irish traditions may not be visible everywhere
with the advent of the pubs, one can still catch glimpses of
traditional culture in various parts of Ireland, especially during
festival
