A short jump from Inis Mor, this interesting island is the most traditional of the group - very few cars, wonderful walks, and some people still wearing traditional clothes; by contrast the Inis Meain Knitting Co. factory and showroom offers great barg ... more...
A sister property to the famous Langton’s Bar & Restaurant and Langton House Hotel on John Street, the Langton family’s historic bar was re-designed some years ago by the internationally acclaimed Irish designer, the late David Collins ... more...
Carlow is one of Ireland’s loveliest counties yet - surprisingly, considering its convenience to the capital - perhaps also one of the most underrated. But that may be a plus for visitors, who will find an idyllically lush and unspoilt place with ... more...
Surrounded by formal gardens and parkland, Glin Castle stands proudly on the south bank of the Shannon; the FitzGeralds, hereditary Knights of Glin, have lived here for 700 years and it is now the home of Catherine Fitzgerald, daughter of the late Desm ... more...
Open since 2015, this modest takeaway on a busy city junction quickly established itself as a cult destination - and no wonder: Takashi Miyazaki's cooking is a revelation.
It's a tiny place with just a few seats, six stools in all, and a narrow shelf, ... more...
In a lovely area of green and gently rolling hills and river valleys, the immaculate exterior of this modern hotel attached to the Christy O'Connor-designed championship course creates a good impression on arrival, a feeling quickly reinforced by frien ... more...
Formerly La Taverna di Bacco and now known as Wallaces Tavern, this is a dark and atmospheric restaurant on the north quays, offering an interesting wine menu and simple Italian food, including good antipasti, unusual variations on risotto, handmade p ... more...
The leading restaurant of the area since opening in 2006, The Oak Room moved into more spacious new premises in 2017, providing a smart modern setting for properietor-chef Norbert Neylon's good cooking.
Wooden floors, bare topped tables with minimal s ... more...
Caviston's of Sandycove has been a mecca for lovers of good food since 1947 - and this characterful shop now offers one of the city's most extensive choices of speciality food products. Here at their famous Emporium you will find everything that is won ... more...
Cork’s answer to Jamie’s Italian, acclaimed Cork chef-restaurateur Brendan Cashman’s venture in Wilton (opposite Cork University Hospital) is bright and spacious, with an eager to please team - and the food, as you’d expect, is ... more...