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Places to Eat - Informal Dining
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The Lord Bagenal is beautifully situated on the River Barrow, with a fine harbour and marina right beside the inn and a pleasant riverside walk nearby.
Although now a large hotel rather than the pub that is fondly remembered by many regular patrons, p ...
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John and Martina Sheedy run one of the west of Ireland's best-loved small hotels - it offers some of the most luxurious accommodation and the best food in the area, yet it still has the warm ambience and friendly hands-on management which make a hotel ...
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Set in woodland and among award-winning gardens, this peaceful retreat is in a beautiful and romantic mountain location overlooking Caragh Lake.
Ard na Sidhe ('Hill of the Fairies') was constructed in 1913 for Lady Edith Gordon (a keen gardener) ...
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Located in an informal dining piazza to the rear of Dundrum Town Centre, this younger sister to the well-known Dunne & Crescenzi restaurants offers al fresco dining alongside the fountains in the Old Mill Pond.
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This landmark hotel, originally built by the Midland Great Western Railways, first opened for business in March 1897 and it became a famous destination during the lifetime of the railway between Westport and Achill Island – something which has ta ...
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Euro-Toques chef José Barroso from Portugal and his Westport born wife Sinead Lambert run this lively first floor café and restaurant on Bridge Street. Since closing their ground floor cafe in 2016, they are open upstairs all day - the ro ...
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In the centre of Drogheda town, Sonia Micalef and Damien Leddy’s relaxed basement restaurant has shaken things up lately. Gone is the wine bar and the Italian menu – they call themselves a bistro now and the offering is much more eclectic. ...
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Niall & Niamh Walsh’s smart two-storey deli and café near the harbour is known for its good wholesome fare and there are no short cuts taken – they bake their breads freshly every morning, using organic flour and a 3 day fermenta ...
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In the centre of Carlow town, directly opposite the Cathedral, this stylish and sociable venue has everything that makes a good night out.
As soon as you enter through the gated courtyard and up the steps, a little piece of Spain appears. The atmosphe ...
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Well located just off City Square, the cheery brightly painted frontage of Harry O’Neill and Kamila Bystrzonowska's welcoming restaurant would be hard to miss.They opened Momo in 2014 and hit the ground running, thanks to a great combination of l ...
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10 of the Best
FOR BREAKFAST - TEN OF THE BESTThe promise of a good breakfast is often the clinching factor when deciding where to book for a short break - and quite right too, as going the extra mile with breakfast tells you a great deal about a place and the way it is run. It’s something that we at the Guide feel strongly enough about to make it the focus of a new standalone awards initiative, and the ‘Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards 2017- In Association with Failte Irelandâ€&t ... -
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SUNDAY LUNCH - TEN OF THE BESTAlthough always popular, Sunday lunch has moved into a whole new phase of late and it can be a seriously classy outing, where the venue is chosen with care so that family members of all ages can get together in lovely surroundings and enjoy the very best of food - and at a more reasonable price than is usual at dinner. It’s an especially appealing proposition in spring too, as the days are lengthening - perhaps a voucher could be the perfect treat for Motherâ€&t ... -
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NEWCOMERS - TEN OF THE BESTIt has been an exhilarating year in Irish food and hospitality, with visitor numbers surging and a host of exciting new openings - sometimes hard to keep track of in fact, in the cities especially. Here are just a few of the new places that we particularly enjoyed this year, some a little newer than others but all well worth a try. -
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HARVEST BREAKS & VEGETARIAN COOKINGGeorgina Campbell suggests some interesting destinations for an off-season break at this time of plenty. These are just a few of the places where nature's bounty is celebrated in wonderful ways: foraging expeditions, cookery courses and, of course, delicious seasonal meals that make the most of the harvest - often with a special focus on vegetarian cooking -
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FOOD TRAILS & FESTIVALS - TEN OF THE BESTIreland's food events are currently so many and various that the following selection is just a sample of the best ones that will please visitors with a serious interest in food, its landscape and sustainability - and, in most cases, also offer fun and education for all age groups. -
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FOR FOOD TOURISTS - TEN OF THE BESTThere’s a growing feeling that Ireland is now ready to focus on the needs of the ‘food tourist’, as opposed to the visitor who simply enjoys good food as part of the overall experience. The true food tourist (international and domestic) will choose their holiday destination specifically to explore it through its food. -
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NEW RESTAURANTS - 10 OF THE BESTSome brilliant restaurants have opened during the past year or so, and this is just a tasting of the best -
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KITCHEN GARDENS - TEN OF THE BESTDiscerning diners are always interested to know where their food comes from, and what could be more delightful than taking a stroll around the garden where it was growing just hours - or minutes - before it landed on your plate. More and more restaurants are taking ownership of their fresh produce supplies now, and these are just some of the most interesting kitchen gardens. -
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BESIDE THE SEA - TEN OF THE BESTYou can’t beat the enjoyment of a bracing walk along a sandy beach before breakfast, or the pleasure of a sea view from our dining table for that away-from-it-all feeling when on holiday. We all love to stay and eat beside the sea... -
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BEST MEALS IN 2014 - 10 OF THE BESTWe enjoyed dozens of great meals in our travels through 2014 (and, alas, had a few disappointments too). This month’s 10 of the Best is just a tiny taste of the best that Ireland currently offers discerning diners. But it’s an interesting collection, reflecting a wide range of experiences that were all about much more than good food - which, however delicious, is nothing without caring service and a genuine desire to please the guest.
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Short Breaks in Aherne's Seafood Restaurant & AccommodationNow in its third generation of family ownership, Aherne's is outstanding for the warmth of the FitzGibbon family's hospitality and their enormous enthusiasm for the business. Enjoy long walks by the Sea on miles of Sandy Beach and discover the history steeped town of Youghal, from the newly opened Town hall to the old stone walled Garden. -
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Cherry Tree Restaurant - Co ClareEarly Bird Menu - €26 for three courses or €21 for two courses. -
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Bar Italia Ormond Quay DublinSpecial offers throughout the week in Bar Italia Ormond Quay - 3 Course Evening Set Menu - €28; Afternoon Special - Pasta or Pizza and tea/coffee €12 -
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Davy Byrne's - Dublin CityExclusive offer for Georgina Campbell's Ireland readers - Free drink with any daily food special. Click for more... -
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Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge - Co LimerickComplimentary Irish Coffee for every Georgina Campbell's ireland reader when dining from the supper menu in the Mustard Seed (€38, 7-8pm Sun-Thu). -
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The Twelve - Special BreaksFergus O’Halloran’s unique hotel, although only open since 2006, has achieved national recognition thanks to hands-on management and marketing by an inspired proprietor. There is huge focus on the best local and artisan foods - and drinks too. They have a variety of special offer breaks available -
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Castle Durrow - Midweek & Weekend OffersPeter and Shelley Stokes’ substantial 18th century country house midway between Dublin and Cork is an impressive building with some magnificent period features, and offers comfort and relaxation with style and they have a variety of midweek and weekend offers available -
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Bang Restaurant - Dublin CityExclusive special offer for Georgina Campbell's Ireland readers - Complimentary glass of Prosecco for every Georgina Campbell's Ireland reader that orders a 2 course lunch or dinner -
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Brooks Hotel - Dublin CityExclusive Offer - Georgina Campbell's Ireland readers can enjoy a complimentary coffee with lunch when dining in Brooks Hotel! -
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The Ballymore Inn - Co KildareThe special offer at The Ballymore Inn changes on a regular basis but would be something like Dry aged West Cork Minute steak salad with crispy potatoes & chilli dressing, fruit tart, tea or coffee €20
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East CorkWith a rich historical and maritime legacy, East Cork has a truly unique variety of attractions to offer the visitor. It is a haven for family holidays with a huge range of activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained for hours. -
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West CorkIn this extensive county, the towns and villages have their own distinctive character. In West Cork, their spirit is preserved in the vigour of the landscape with the handsome coastline where the light of the famous Fastnet Rock swings across tumbling ocean and spray-tossed headland. The county is a repository of the good things of life, a treasure chest of the finest farm produce, and the very best of seafood, brought to market by skilled specialists. -
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Ring of KerryThe town of Killarney is where the Ring of Kerry begins and ends for many, among the lakes and mountains where theyâ€ââ€Â¢re re-establishing the enormous white-tailed sea eagle, has long been a magnet for visitors. Across the purple mountains from Killarney, the lovely little town of Kenmare in South Kerry is both a gourmet focus, and another excellent touring centre. As one of the pr ... -
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The BurrenThat Galway Bay coastline in Co. Clare is where The Burren, the fantastical North Clare moonscape of limestone which is home to so much unexpectedly exotic flora, comes plunging spectacularly towards the sea around the attractive village of Ballyvaughan. -
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ConnemaraConnemara, the Land of the Sea, where earth, rock and ocean intermix in one of Ireland's most extraordinary landscapes, and is now as ever a place of angling renown - you're very quickly into the high ground and moorland which sweep up to the Twelve Bens and other splendid peaks, wonderful mountains which enthusiasts would claim as the most beautiful in all Ireland. Beyond, to the south, the Aran Islands are a place apart. -
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Erne WaterwayRivers often divide one county from another, but Fermanagh is divided - or linked if you prefer - throughout its length by the handsome waters of the River Erne, both river and lake. Southeast of the historic county town of Enniskillen, Upper Lough Erne is a maze of small waterways meandering their way into Fermanagh from the Erne'e source in County Cavan. -
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Shannon WaterwayCo Cavan shares the 667 m peak of Cuilcagh with neighbouring Fermanagh. No ordinary mountain, this - it has underground streams which eventually become the headwaters of the lordly River Shannon, Ireland's longest river that passes south through many counties before exiting at the mighty estuary in Limerick. A magnet for tourism now with boating, fishing, cycling and walking-a-plenty.
Guides & Cookbooks
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Irish Country House Cooking - The Blue Book Recipe Collection (Hardback)
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New - Georgina Campbell's Ireland 2018 - The Best of the Best
This highly selective, full colour guide will take you to the very best of Irish hospitality, north and south. The perfect digital detox. -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Garden Lovers
This magical book combines a guide to the top gardens in Ireland with one to the most delightful places for garden lovers to stay and eat while visiting them - also with g ... -
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We have teamed up with www.myPOIs.ie to produce a free download of the locations of all the Georgina Campbell recommended establishments in the Republic of Ireland to you ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Romantic Weddings & Honeymoons
Ireland Wedding & Honeymoon Guide - This is a highly selective guidebook to the very best of Irish wedding venues and romantic honeymoon locations, north and south. 2 ... -
Meals for All Seasons - The Best of Contemporary Irish Cooking (out of print, Hardback)
This vintage cookbook is out of print and only available here. Georgina Campbell's outstanding and comprehensive cookbook published in 1992 contains recipes and dishes for ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland Guide (12th Edition)
The latest 12th edition of the must have glove box bible to Irish hospitality is available here. For great food and gorgeous places to stay throughout Ireland. This is ... -
Georgina Campbell's Ireland for Gourmet Golfers
Ireland Golf Guide - Discover Ireland's finest golf courses and the very best places to eat and stay in while playing them. Co-authored by leading Irish golf writer Dermot ... -
The Best of Irish Breads & Baking
'The Best of Irish Breads and Baking' Traditional, Contemporary and Festive, seasoned with luscious colour photographs, is a must for anyone who has not forgotten the irr ... -
IRELAND FOR FOOD LOVERS
Everything the food lover in Ireland needs to know... Food tourism in Ireland enters an exciting new phase with this new book, the first to offer a complete user guide t ...
