McCollams, or Johnny Joes as it is known, is one of the great old pubs of Ireland, famed for its friendliness, authenticity - and traditional music sessions on Friday night all year, plus Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday in summer.
As well as the original ... more...
Kilkeel is one of Ireland's most important fishing ports and, as the home of Northern Ireland’s largest fishing fleet, it's become known as the “Seafood Capital of the Mountains of Mourne”.
Overlooking Kilkeel harbour, the Nautilus ... more...
Maureen Griffith, a former owner of The Buck’s Head Inn, offers well-hidden bed and breakfast accommodation in her unusual house in Dundrum, which is next door to the inn.
Her home has great style, and is furnished mainly with antiques but she h ... more...
When David Llewellyn started out 10 years ago, he was just growing apples and selling them. Then like many other farmers, he started looking for ways to add value to his crop. The first product he developed was apple juice, then in a logical next step, ... more...
The name says it all at this attractive hotel, which is neatly slotted between the road and the harbour, taking full advantage of its unique waterside setting.
It is just a couple of minutes walk from the train station (and Heritage Centre) and there' ... more...
Well located on Bangor's main street, this inviting bakery, tea rooms/coffee shop, restaurant and delicatessen offers the weary shopper a choice of tasty fare throughout the day, and is an institution in the town.
Famous for its home baking, work star ... more...
Smartly maintained and with a secure car park, this business hotel located in the up-and-coming Grand Canal area is ideal for anyone requiring fairly priced quality accommodation within walking distance of Dublin city centre and the Ballsbridge area - ... more...
Hidden down a mews lane behind a row of shops in Donnybrook, this little gem exudes rus in urbe charm in a walled garden setting complete with splashing fountain, evening birdsong and the eponymous mulberry tree.
Opened without fanfare in April 2011, ... more...
Just a few doors along from the Salty Dog on Bangor's seafront, Rachel Armstrong's super café hit the ground running when it opened in 2015.
With its fun decor - a lively blend of maritime themes and vintage that's very easy on the eye without ... more...
Opened by chef Shaun Tinman and manager James Fox in 2021, this unassuming little place turned expectations upside down with its deceptively low-key setting and stellar cooking.
Shaun’s pared-back menus give little away with their combination of ... more...