A Scone Again, Naturally!

At times I’m a creature of habit. If it’s before 11:30 and I’m having a cup of coffee I’m usually drawn to having fruit scone as well. I’m such a fan of the humble fruit scone that I carry with me a mental list of the best places to get one in Dublin.

I like [...]

A Foodie Weekend in Dungarvan and Lismore, County Waterford

The area around Dungarvan, Lismore, Ardmore and Ring in County Waterford is one of my favourite places in Ireland. You can certainly get more spectacular scenery in other counties and I wouldn’t discourage you from visiting them, it’s just that I really feel relaxed and welcome in Dungarvan.

I used to visit there quite a [...]

The Art of Good Coffee

The Bald Barista is one of the few places in Dublin that consistently delivers good coffee. I was there this morning meeting a good friend and was delighted that the Aungier Street location suited both of us.

We got there around 10am just a little before the breakfast rush ended. Within about 10 minutes we [...]