A hidden gem in the heart of the city

Hansel and Gretel is a treasure trove of sweet loveliness

Hansel and Gretel on Clare Street in Dublin 2: a treasure trove of sweet loveliness

Hansel and Gretel

20 Clare Street, Dublin 2

01-6787896, no website

How’s the chocolate-eating going? I’m presuming that you’re reading this while sitting in your pyjamas breakfasting on an Easter egg, and watching something relaxing like the Easter Parade.

There are two days in the year when chocolate is served for first breakfast in our house – Christmas Day and Easter Sunday – and if you ask me, it’s a tradition everyone should ...