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Destination Spotlight - Cork
Corks reputation as a world-class dining destination rests heavily on its heritage and history. Lapped by clear waters and surrounded by rich agricultural lands, the medieval city was shaped by its natural larder as much as its strategic location.
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BEHIND THE FOOD
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is synonymous with Irish food and cooking and is the co-founder of the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. Over her decades-long career as one of Ireland’s leading chefs, Darina has championed Ireland’s local and seasonal produce, helping to bring its attention to the world stage.
Martin Shanahan
Martin Shanahan’s passion for Irish fish and seafood can be seen and tasted in each and every dish that is served at his popular Fishy Fishy Restaurant, located in the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale, West Cork. Here Martin only features the very best fish and seafood, sourced from local fishermen from which he has a great working relationship.
Declan Ryan
One of Ireland’s top bakers and chefs, Declan Ryan is famous for being awarded Ireland’s very first Michelin Star in his previous business, Arbutus Lodge. Declan’s long and illustrious career in the Irish food scene also includes his wholesale bakery, Ryan’s Arbutus Breads, located just outside Cork City.
Robert Fitzsimmons
Robert Fitzsimmons runs a multi-generational family farm in East Ferry, Cork. The farm is well known for producing top-quality free-range chicken and eggs, duck, geese and turkey. Robert uses traditional farming methods, in which his brood of poultry has a full run of the farm. Housed in mobile units, the poultry can move freely from the housing units to the lush pasture of the farm.
The Buckley Family
The Castle Hotel is a 56 bedroomed hotel in the market town of Macroom in West Cork has been run by the Buckley family for generations. Cousins Jack and Rory Buckley are the newest generations to come on board. While Rory manages the front of house, making sure the customer experience is at its best, Jack can be found running the exceptional food offering.
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