Halfway up the steep main street of Borris, Michael O'Shea's unspoilt and friendly old-world grocery-pub is well worth seeking out.
The old grocery section at the front links into a modern-day shop next door, and you can buy hardware here too - a very ... more...
In County Carlow, the cheese to look out for is the unusual (for Ireland) edam style Carlow Cheese which has been made by Elizabeth Bradley on her farm at Fenagh since 2005 and very soon gained a following.
Using the milk of a neighbouring herd, it is ... more...
This far-flung corner of Ireland is blessed with some great produce, and restaurants that take pride in showcasing it. Patrick and Sean McFadden's charming little café-restaurant right in the centre of Dunfanaghy village is one of them and, with ... more...
Chef Michael Smith opened Darwin’s in 2005 and, having a direct supply of meat from the family butchers, soon gained a reputation for its quality steaks as well as friendly service.
Outside, there are a couple of tables behind an awning for smok ... more...
This very popular hotel is about a mile from the city centre; it has private car parking and there is a pleasant riverside walkway into the city from the hotel.
Public areas include a large traditional bar which tends to be very busy; also The Style ... more...
Set in 900 acres beside the River Maigue, Adare Manor is the former home of the Earls of Dunraven and has been the most impressive manor house in the region since it was built in 1832 - and, while the Dunravens have long since departed, the estate sti ... more...
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Born and bred on the beautiful hills of Connemara, Connemara Hill Lamb is a seasonal product. It has European Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status and is one of only a handful of Irish products to have comparable recognition: the use of the n ... more...
In a marriage made in hospitality heaven, premium goods provider Alex Findlater & Co. have joined forces with renowned hoteliers The Savoy Group to launch a one-of-a-kind enterprise in Limerick’s city centre, below the George Hotel.
Combinin ... more...
It is always reassuring to know exactly where your food is coming from and this is a great scheme for both farmers and their customers, as everyone gets a fair deal.
Anyone can buy from Ring of Kerry Quality Lamb online at www.ringofkerryqualitylamb.i ... more...
Already well-known fishmongers and restaurateurs in Howth, the Doran family branched out in partnership with the Duignans to open a seafood restaurant above The Beachcomber pub in Killester.
Accessed via a staircase in the middle of the pub, the resta ... more...