Chris McCauley's atmospheric little restaurant just up the street from The House of McDonnell has an unusual barrel vaulted roof and cosy snugs separated by traditional etched glass dividers.
Seafood, especially lobster, is the speciality on the daily ... more...
Flagging his business as an ‘alternative catering company’ Ted Berner’s aim is not just to provide delicious food for events, but to make it an event in itself.
Like any good food, it all begins with the ingredients and he doesn&rsqu ... more...
In the old Norman area of Waterford city, this hospitable pub is in a pedestrianised lane just off Broad Street.
It can be very busy but, at quieter times it's a pleasant place, with welcoming open fires in several bars - and this lovely ambience toge ... more...
While most visitors to Dublin will visit the restored Old Jameson Distillery to do the tour (which is fascinating, see below), it can also be a handy spot for a drink at one of the bars or a bite to eat.
There are special menus for groups (including e ... more...
Prosecco on tap iwas one of the more unusual features that attracted attention when this pleasing restaurant opened in 2014 - a relaxed and warmly welcoming fine dining venue in the heart of Kinsale, it was a first restaurant for Helen Noonan and chef ... more...
It can be rewarding to explore beyond the shoreside properties that tend to claim the attention in seaside towns, and Strandhill is a good example as the inquisitive visitor will find a lovely pub up on the top road overlooking the bay.
Conveniently ... more...
On the Balllina side of the twin towns of Killaloe/Ballina (generally known as Killaloe), this attractive younger sister of the popular Limerick Tuscany Bistro is smartly presented and welcoming - just like its Annacotty namesake.
Inside, it’s c ... more...
Roche’s fine traditional bar in the centre of Duncannon village serves the local community (and discerning visitors) well and it's very handy to the beach. Bob and Eileen Roche have been here since 1975 and their son Robbie is now in charge.
The ... more...
A first for this famous Ring of Kerry village, local man Eoin Moriarty opened this boutique-style hotel, Sea Lodge Waterville, in June 2015.
Both Eoin and his sister Sharon Fitzgerald, who is the Manager, have happy childhood memories of summers ... more...
Designed and managed as a showcase for organic farming and sustainable tourism in Ireland, Rock Farm Slane is on the Slane Castle Estate and it was established by Carina and Alex Conyngham (Earl and Countess of Mount Charles) as an ecotourism destinati ... more...