Forget jigsaws and sweaters, everyone knows that gifting an experience and the chance to make long lasting memories is on trend, as is shopping local. Offering both of these is a Press Up Gift Card. As Ireland’s leading hospitality group, Press Up portfolio boasts some of the country’s most popular restaurants and bars, unique hotels and special getaways.

Available to buy in just a few easy clicks, the Press Up Gift Card caters for all ages and enthusiasms from special staycations and golf getaways, intimate dinners, craft cocktails at Vintage Cocktail Club, an afternoon tea at The Grayson, to date nights at The Stella Cinema. There are literally endless experiences to enjoy.

Ideal for chic staycations, Press Up hotels are defined by their bold, innovative design, attention to detail (championing Irish artists especially) and warmth of welcome. In Dublin, the portfolio includes a trio of chic addresses for urbanites – The Mayson, The Clarence, The Dean – now in Cork and Galway too. For something completely different, the Glasson Lakehouse is a stylish rural retreat and golf resort on the shores of Lough Ree in County Westmeath, perfect for a mid-winter wellness retreat.

There are over 40 restaurants in the Press Up group providing contemporary, international cuisine all cooked by top chefs using local Irish ingredients. Each venue has its own unique personality and atmosphere.

For the sun-filled flavours of Italy and a laid-back informal vibe Angelina’s is always a winner. Mackenzie’s with its panoramic view of the Dublin docklands never disappoints. Its no frills menu is big on taste specialising in hand cut steaks, fresh ground hamburgers and locally sourced market fish. For modern Indian cuisine, look no further than Doolally, where the renowned chef Alfred Prasad has overseen a menu that takes inspiration from the India-Ireland connection and also offers top notch tipples too. A firm family favourite for brunch or dinner is always Elephant & Castle – where staple menu items include its famous chicken wings, Caesar salads and juicy burgers.

These experiences and more are part of the joy of receiving a Press Up Gift Card. Whether offering a gift for a friend, colleague or client, the Press Up Gift Card can be easily purchased online and delivered directly to your door, or from any Press Up venue with a choice of wrapping options – either a signature red box or a variety of card sleeves. Alternatively, choose an e-voucher and send direct to the recipient with a personalised message, or a premium presentation box.

To find out more visit www.pressup.ie to buy online and view all venues.