First opened as a licensed premises back in the 18th century, The Purty Kitchen has undergone many different iterations over the years, but its core offering of hearty fare served up in a convivial atmosphere has remained a constant. Its current incarn ... more...
Ask anyone in Northern Ireland about Punjana Tea and you’ll be in no doubt that you’ve touched on something central to the culture - even people who never drink tea (and there aren’t too many of those) will probably break into the fam ... more...
Exciting developments in County Wicklow of late, with The Coach House in Roundwood re-opening in new ownership - and not just new ownership, but a seriously promising change of direction. After Simon Pratt, his wife Monique and two former Avoca associa ... more...
Situated high on a cliff edge with a panoramic view of Rossnowlagh Beach, Donegal Bay and the Blue Stack Mountains in South Donegal, this very popular inn is a truly breathtaking spot to unwind.
The building dates back to 1845 and is full of character ... more...
A hit with happy locals since opening in summer 2022 - and now, increasingly, a destination for visitors to the city - Sean Lafferty's buzzy bistro is an ever-evolving labour of love. Bringing together great Asian and Japanese cooking ('Asian fusion wi ... more...
Although the entrance is off-putting and the building itself is not especially appealing, the bright and interesting interior of this contemporary hotel just outside the characterful village of Drumshanbo will quickly win you over - and the immediate s ... more...
Fergus and Anne Maxwell’s bar and informal restaurant in this recently by-passed town, has an inviting black and white frontage with well-maintained window boxes, and there’s a welcoming atmosphere in the comfortable, low-ceilinged receptio ... more...
Established in 1994 by Kay Harte and now managed by her daughter Rebecca, the much-loved Farmgate Café is a younger sibling of her sister Marog O'Brien's Farmgate Country Store and Restaurant in Midleton, and shares the same commi ... more...
Having lain unloved for many years, this beautiful property in the attractive mediaeval village of Castlebellingham was finally rescued by the Corscadden family (Cabra Castle, Kingscourt; Ballyseede Castle, Tralee), who re-opened it in 2013, following ... more...
Great food, a comfortable bed and a leisure centre can be found in many hotels around the country, but it’s unusual to find them all together in a guesthouse. But then, Harbour House on the Maharees peninsula is no ordinary guesthouse.
Located f ... more...