Sunday, March 9
In the Kennedy Kitchen with Neil Connolly

JFK Presidential Library & Museum

Former Kennedy family chef, Neil Connolly, discusses his new book, In the Kennedy Kitchen: Recipes and Recollections of a Great American Family. Chef Connolly will prepare favorite Kennedy family recipes and share memories of his years cooking for the family in Hyannis Port, have a Q&A with the audience, and sign copies of his book. Billy Costa, Host of TV Diner on NECN, is moderator for the day. Reservation required.

3:00-4:00 p.m. | Free | www.jfklibrary.org

Monday, March 10
4th annual Irish Heritage Dinner

Omni Parker House

Chef Neil Connolly, author of In the Kennedy Kitchen, joins with Gerry Tice, executive chef at Parker Restaurant, for an intimate, sit-down dinner in the hotel’s historical Press Room, the scene of many political celebrations throughout the 20th century.

6:30-7:15 p.m. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres | 7:00-10:00 p.m. Dinner $50 (includes wine, hors d'oeuvres and four course dinner). See full menu here. Overnight package also available here.

Tuesday, March 11
Irish Whiskey and Cheese Reception

The Black Rose Pub & Restaurant (upstairs)

By invitation.
Taste the unique and distinctive combinations of Michael Collins whiskey and an assortment of Irish cheeses from world-renowned cheese makers Kerrygold. Hosted by the Glynn Hospitality Group, Boston Irish Tourism Association, Michael Collins Whiskey and Irish Dairy Board.

6:00-8:00 p.m. | 617 451-7400

Thursday, March 13
Irish Consulate Reception

Massachusetts State House

By Invitation.
Tourism Ireland and other Irish agencies are hosting this reception as part of Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day activities. Special Guests include the three visiting chefs from Ireland and Northern Ireland.

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | 617 267-9330

Friday, March 14
Canadian Consulate Reception

Skywalk Observatory, Prudential Center

By Invitation.
Chef Sean Doucet from Halifax, Nova Scotia will be on-hand for a taste of Canadian cuisine, music and good cheer as Canada celebrates its Celtic roots.

5:30-7:30 p.m. | 617 262-3760

Friday, March 14
3rd annual Gaelic Gourmet Gala

Hotel Commonwealth

Thirteen chefs from Irish, Canadian and the US come together for a gourmet grazing extravaganza. Features hosted cooking demonstrations by the chefs, hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and cocktails, live jazz and complimentary parking. Billy Costa, Host of TV Dinner, will MC. Cocktail Attire is required.

7:00-10:00 p.m. | $100 | 617-532-5063 | www.hotelcommonwealth.com.
Overnight packages available here.

Saturday, March 15
Traditional Irish Breakfast

Eastern Standard Restaurant

Open to the public.
The classic Irish breakfast gets full treatment thanks to Eastern Standard's Executive Chef, Marco Suarez, who is joined in the kitchen by Tony O'Neill, Executive Chef of the Merchant Hotel in Belfast.

8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | $14 | 617 532-9100 | www.easternstandardboston.com

Saturday, March 15
TV Diner with Billy Costa

New England Cable News

Don't miss this segment of Billy Costa's TV Diner, which will feature Irish Chef Padraic Hayden as one of the chef judges for the show's pastry contest bake-off.  Chef Hayden of Dylan's Hotel, Dublin, is in Boston during the week to attend the Gaelic Gourmet Gala and other events around town.

6:00 p.m. | 617 696-9880

Sunday, March 16
Irish Chef's Dinner

Jury's Boston Hotel

Chef Paul McKnight from Culloden Estate & Spa in Belfast joins Stanhope Grille Executive Chef James Tierney for a five-course evening of fine Irish dining.

7:00-10:00 p.m. | $80 | 617 532-3827 | www.jurysboston.com

Monday, March 17
Irish Traditional Music Band

The Seaport Hotel

Just moments away from the South Boston St. Patrick's Day parade route, the Seaport overlooks Boston Harbor.  On St. Patrick's Day an all-star line-up of traditional musicians, led by fiddle maestro Seamus Connolly, plays a special St. Patrick's Day session, joined by fiddler Laurel Martin and banjoist and singer Kevin McElroy at the Seaport Lounge.

4:30 - 7:30 p.m. | www.seaporthotel.com