Perched on the edge of a stunning sandy beach two miles long, this famous hotel has - to the delight of its many fans - recently been purchased by longtime General Manager, Paul Diver, who has secured its long term future and kept its wonderful staff t ... more...
In the family for over a century, William Keogh, his father and wife, Ann, use the best ingredients in tried and tested recipes to produce everything from sliced pan bread to wedding cakes, novelty cakes, and handmade chocolates; they supply outlets wi ... more...
On a side street off Kilkenny's bustling High Street an unremarkable entrance sits between an electrical shop and a fishmonger, and it would be easy to pass by.
But that would be a pity, as Aroi (pronounced Aroy - meaning 'delicious') is far from bein ... more...
Baking/Bakery / Café / Character Pub / Pub / Restaurant
What could be better than nabbing a window seat in a 200-year-old pub looking out at stunning views of Sligo Bay and Knocknarea? Well, how about the fact that Austies also has a top-rate food and drink offering to boot?
Owners John and Lorna are the l ... more...
Established in 1914, this welcoming family-run pub and restaurant has come a long way since it started off as a traditional grocery-bar, but it has lost none of its friendly appeal.
An open fire immediately makes visitors feel at home in the cosy bar ... more...
Located on the edge of the town and in a fine hillside location, the Hillgrove is the leading hotel in the area and offers excellent business and leisure facilities.
The impressive foyer is smartly furnished in a classic contemporary style with the pu ... more...
Located in the contemporary Crown Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown, just off the lobby, Forchetta Restaurant offers authentic Italian dishes in modern, striking surroundings with pictures and displays of forks spelling out the theme.
Modern and expansive ... more...
Since opening in late 2018, the unassuming Grano in Stoneybatter has become one of the hottest properties on the northside. Serving up simple, ingredient-focused cooking with Slow Food credentials, diners come to enjoy the kind of southern Italian flav ... more...
Ralph Haslam has been farming at Mossfield Farm, near Birr, since 1970, converting to organic in 1999.
Although only producing their organic gouda style cheeses since 2005, they were soon winning awards, with early successes including both gold and si ... more...
Nicky and Patricia Moynihan’s waterside establishment close to the both the car ferry across to Cobh and the Ringaskiddy ferries (France) has grown a lot over the years, with the restaurant and accommodation becoming increasingly important.
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