With its dramatic dining room and menu totally devoted to organic ingredients, the Strawberry Tree Restaurant at BrookLodge & Macreddin Village is an experience not to be missed. The Strawberry Tree is the first certified organic restaurant in Ireland and there is nothing on the menu here that is not organic or wild, and that’s stated clearly. Inspections from the Organic Trust certifying body are tough and at random, so not even a hint of non-organic ingredients are allowed in the kitchens.

Choose between a 5-course dinner menu or a 9-course tasting menu and prepare yourself for a gourmet feast for the senses. Both menus showcase wild and organic foods that have been expertly prepared by The Strawberry Tree team and feature all kinds of delectables from the impressive walk-in wild foods pantry.

Be sure to look out for produce foraged and prepared in-house, as well as meats cured in the hotel’s own smokehouse and a fantastic selection of great Irish cheeses – try the Irish raw milk cheeses, they are complex with wonderful aromas.

It goes without saying that the wine selection to accompany your meal is also outstanding with some lovely organic wines on the menu but there are also plenty of homebrews and tipples too like the house grappa and a birch sap alcohol, which is a lot tastier than it sounds.

Groups can enjoy The Big Table Experience which provides a unique opportunity for The Strawberry Tree kitchen to prepare foods and a menu that cannot be served in a normal restaurant setting. Guest are seated at a single table that can stretch from 12 to 44 people. The food arrives all at the same time and is presented on platters in the centre of the table. Diners are encouraged to help serve the person on both sides of them and adds to the conviviality and atmosphere of the table. It really is a remarkable feast.

La Taverna Armento is a more casual dining experience. The restaurant is named after Armento, a village in southern Italy in the province of Basilicata. This region is known for its unctuous olives and perfumed olive oils amongst other delicious items, which form the basis of the dishes on the menu here. All the ingredients used to produce these authentic Italian dishes are sourced from this part of Italy.

For a tipple or two in a traditional Irish pub, head to Actons Country Pub, which is situated in BrookLodge & Macreddin Village. The cosy atmosphere speaks of times gone by thanks to the pub’s homely interior and the hospitable bartenders who are full of cheer and charm. Snuggle up by the fire in the winter or ramble outside during the summer months and enjoy the barbecues. There are live music sessions too, so bring your dancing shoes!

The Orchard Cafe at Brooklodge is located in a lovely glazed all-weather courtyard. So, come rain or shine, you can relax in this space which is surrounded by greenery and flooded with natural light. The casual dining menu has free-range, organic and wild foods at its core and offers light bites, salads, soups, hearty mains and wood-fired pizza. But whatever you opt for, you really should order a side of wild garlic bread from the Macreddin Village Organic Bakery. It is moreish. So go on, order more.

Unwind in The Waterside Lounge by sinking into one of its squishy sofas and enjoying the river views. Grab the morning papers and a coffee and enjoy delightful dishes from the light menu during the day.

When the weather is fine during the summer months sit outside and dine al fresco by Macreddin Brook and during the chilly winter months, repose by the smouldering Irish turf fire – hot whiskey optional, but recommended.

On the menu, you’ll find BrookLodge’s own home-smoked salmon, Irish beef, sandwiches, salads and snacks. For an extra treat, afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the laid back surroundings but pre-booking is essential.