McHugh’s Wine & Dine is a smart neighbourhood bistro that really knows its market. By offering tasty cooking in a relaxed dining room, and placing real emphasis on value for money, they’ve built up a loyal following since opening in 200 ... more...
A smart casual younger sister to Derry’s leading dining destination, Ian Orr’s well established Browns Bonds Hill across the river at Waterside, this city centre venue gives off all the right vibes with its chic, contemporary dé ... more...
Younger sister to one of Dublin’s most popular restaurants, Eden Bar & Grill is a hipper, more laid back version of the original Eden (now Nede). The décor takes itself less seriously than the Temple Bar stalwart, yet manages to reflec ... more...
This appealing shop-cum-wine bar is part of the Italian Quarter in Blooms Lane, where you will also find Wallaces Italian Food Shop, Café Cagliostro (great coffees) and a juice café.
Food, while not exactly incidental, certainly plays se ... more...
Right down in the south-west corner of County Clare, Loop Head is a magical place with an away-from-it-all atmosphere, dramatic coastal scenery, and a whole range of outdoor activities, including dolphin watching. Add great food and hospitality to the ... more...
The Abbeyleix area is the source of many good things these days - and G’s Gourmet Jams is one of the original products, and one of the best.
Making a good old-fashioned product with natural flavour is the main selling point for Helen Gee’s ... more...
In the Lalor family for five generations, Ballard Farm is currently run by the enterprising Pat Lalor, who took the decision to convert the farm to organic production.
They are the producers of Kilbeggan Organic Porridge (see entry), and Ballard Organ ... more...
This hotel in a peaceful part of Tralee town is set in 3 acres of grounds and landscaped gardens, yet within walking distance of the town centre. Open since 1998, the high quality of materials and workmanship has paid off as the building has mellowed a ... more...
Private rental only from 2026
In parkland and mature woods on the shores of Lough Conn, Enniscoe can sometimes seem stern and gaunt, as Georgian mansions in the north-west of Ireland tend to be but, with family portraits, crackling ... more...
In the fourth generation of family ownership, Padraig O’Sullivan’s attractive establishment near the Gap of Dunloe is always a pleasure to visit.
The old tree at the front was left safely in place during renovations which, together with ot ... more...