A member of the Associated Craft Butchers of Ireland and proudly styled 'Old World Master Butchers', Michael O'Loughlin's shop is a reminder of the way butchers used to be, with lots of character, proper local supplies and an emphasis on service.
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In the Buckley family since 1926, this lovely old hotel has the charm and personality that so many newer ones lack.
Since the present owner, Sean Buckley, took over in 1986, gradual renovation has taken place – notably in the following decade wh ... more...
A new team has instilled fresh life into this attractive restaurant In the upper part of Westport town, since chef Shteryo Yurukov and front of house partner Eva Ivanova took on the ownership in 2013 - they are both from Bulgaria but have worked in the ... more...
Long Meadow Cider is produced by father and son duo Pat and Peter McKeever in the heart of Ireland’s Orchard County, where their family-run farm has been growing apples for fifty years.
Talking to the Portadown Times, Pat said making cider was a ... more...
There has been a mill on this site on the River Blackwater since the 1640s and the Tallon family has owned the mill since 1859. At this point, grain runs deep in the blood of the current owner, James Tallon, a fourth-generation miller, and his love of ... more...
As implied by the whimsical name of her business, there is indeed a touch of magic about chef Mary Teehan’s chocolate creations, and chocoholics visiting the Kilkenny area would do well to seek them out.
Mary is something of a legend in her area ... more...
You don't have to be vegetarian to enjoy this established wholefood restaurant, which is well located for a wholesome re-charge if you're shopping around Grafton Street.
Originally a wholefood store with a few tables at the back and, although this Dub ... more...
Right on the beautiful white coral strand at Mannin Bay, near Clifden, this boutique-style four star hotel is blessed with a dream location. It's a perfect holiday destination, especially for families, also a great place to drop into when touring Conne ... more...
The 2019 winner of the Euro-Toques Young Chef of the Year title, pastry chef Gráinne Mullins was working in an exciting new restaurant in East Galway when Covid hit – and, with the closure of hospitality, so began her beautiful Gr&aa ... more...
In a scenic area between the lovely Ox Mountains and the sea, Carol Rafter's friendly B&B is only 17 kilometres from Sligo yet it feels as if it's in a world of its own.
Although the accommodation is in a more recent addition, it's beside the fami ... more...
