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<p>The sea terrace of Dunmore House.</p>

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Hotel review: Is this West Cork property the perfect coastal escape for food lovers?

Just a few minutes from the bustle of Clonakilty, yet a serene world apart, Dunmore House sits on a panoramic headland overlooking Inchydoney, Clonakilty Bay, and some of the easternmost shores of the Wild Atlantic Way.

<p>The exterior of Cork's Metropole Hotel</p>

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Hotel review: This landmark Cork hotel has had a serious revamp, but was it worth the wait?

<p>Fishing activity can only be controlled by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Pictures: Pádraic Fogarty</p>

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Ireland's first marine national park has a name... but does it have much else going for it yet?

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Restaurant review: This Kenmare eatery nails the produce, but falls short of precision

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My Wedding Day with Alison Curtis: 'We had a house together so I asked Anton to marry me'

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Examiner Eats Club at The Glass Curtain: Don't miss your seat at the table

S Hotel review: Is this the perfect base for a trip to Kerry's north and west county?

This impressive family-run Kerry estate appeals with style, a spa and serious green credentials

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025

S Restaurant review: This Dublin 6 eatery is building to something luxurious

Philip Yeung opened Craft in 2016, having previously been head chef in Town Bar and Grill, and Bang. The space is modern and comfortable with a choice of sitting at the front facing Harold’s Cross Rd or a quieter space at the rear of the (relatively) narrow space

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025

S Michael McIntyre review: Cork welcomes 'Macnificent' comedian to the Marquee

Roaring cheers greet old friend of Leeside

Fri, 25 Jul, 2025

S What a Difference a Day Makes: 'MS isn’t the life sentence it was, I’m living proof of that'

Receiving an MS diagnosis in March 2020 just as Covid-19 locked down Ireland, Co Mayo dad-of-one Andy Walsh wondered if he was facing his own personal shutdown. He tells Helen O’Callaghan about that iconic day, and how by pushing his limits and re-defining what’s possible, he’s in a better place than he ever expected.

Thu, 24 Jul, 2025

S The insider's guide to Beara Peninsula: Where to stay, eat and explore in West Cork

The peninsula that put the ‘Wild’ in ‘Atlantic Way’ is a mesmerising place to explore, eat and stay. Join writer Thom Breathnach as he guides you through the headland that transcends county

Wed, 23 Jul, 2025

S My Wedding Day with Andrea Mara: We did the Dirty Dancing lift — it could have gone so wrong

We didn’t plan it or anything, I think I got carried away on the emotion of the day and I had had a glass of wine, I just ran up to Damien and he picked me up, and he didn't drop me

Wed, 23 Jul, 2025

S Ireland’s best food trucks and street food stalls to try this summer

From seafood rolls in Clare to dosa in Dublin, Ireland’s food truck scene is thriving — if you know where to look

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025

S Hotel review: This castle in the capital offers real character, superb food and excellent value

"A 15-minute drive from the city centre, and 10-minute stroll to Clontarf promenade, this four-star Dublin castle in leafy Clontarf offers city and coastal escapism in one go."

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

S Cian Ducrot review: Homecoming to remember with two sold-out nights at the Marquee

Cork singer-songwriter Cian Ducrot celebrated a homecoming to remember at the first of two sold-out gigs at Live at the Marquee on Saturday night.

Sun, 20 Jul, 2025

S What a Difference a Day Makes: A honeymoon resort, and I was there on my own!

In January 2022, Cork director and writer Lochlainn McKenna, then in his late 20s, had a moment of intense loneliness on a Costa Rican beach. He tells Helen O’Callaghan how it solidified his sense that life is about connection and sharing experiences with others

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025

S Maximum star-power in Bantry as Graham Norton and Ryan Tubridy join forces for fun evening

Ryan Tubridy interviewed Graham Norton at the closing event of West Cork Literary Festival

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025

S Restaurant review: Early days, but good omens for this East Cork bistro and pub

"The large open room with lovely views onto the harbour and bay remains intact, but we insist on first sitting out on the tiny terrace by the front door, the better to drink in that glorious vista and an equally glorious pint of stout."

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025

S The Mary Wallopers review: Folk heroes transform Cork's Marquee into their local pub

The Dundalk folk trailblazers sent the capacity Cork crowd home sweatin' after their blistering Live at the Marquee set

Fri, 18 Jul, 2025

S Amble review: A movement begins as trio charm a packed Marquee in Cork

As the sun broke out after a damp and dreary day, contemporary folk trio Amble played their biggest Irish show to date — and the fans loved it

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

S Kingfishr review: Gig of the summer at the Marquee as Cork fans raise the roof with 'Killeagh' singalong

Kingfishr have sold out two nights at the Marquee in Cork

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

S My Wedding Day with Niamh Hogan: 'We didn’t have any rings, we got matching tattoos instead'

Founder of Holos Skincare Niamh Hogan married her husband Paul in 2017 in an unconventional but meaningful ceremony that celebrated their family

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

S Hidden Munster: 30 great eat, stay and play experiences in the province

From all-weather golf, Littleton Labyrinth and a thatched outdoor hot-tub; to a wealth of foodie fare, there's plenty to discover on our own back doorstep

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

S Pictures & review: Richard E Grant in Bantry for the West Cork Literary Festival

Author/actor Richard E Grant was joined by Ballymaloe chef Rory O’Connell at the Maritime Hotel for one of the highlights of the opening weekend of the Bantry event

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

S Restaurant review: Familarity and attention to detail makes Dublin's Delahunt a must

"Tables have white marble tops which add to the atmosphere and there are booths, and private dining rooms, bar seating (yes, it too was made from lovingly polished dark wood), and high bar tables which are reserved for walk-ins."

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

S Pádraic Fogarty: There are signs of positive change at Wild Nephin

Far from being ‘unspoiled’, the landscape has been seriously degraded over many decades by a combination of sheep grazing, turf-cutting and plantation forestry — but now there are encouraging signs of renewal notes ecologist Pádraic Fogarty

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

S What a Difference a Day Makes: I was given a second chance after a stroke at 47

Cauvery Madhavan’s latest book is The Inheritance - she’s at the West Cork Literary Festival tomorrow at 11.20am in Bantry Bookshop.

Sat, 12 Jul, 2025

S The Waterboys review: Marquee sees the whole of the moon on a sizzling night in Cork

After Roy Keane's three nights, an old-school rock'n'roll show is just what the Marquee needed — and Mike Scott and the Waterboys delivered

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

S Hotel review: This intimate Killarney hotel is beloved by the Michelin Guide yet feels like Kerry's best-kept secret

This atmospheric boutique hotel is a perfect choice for a romantic rendezvous in The Kingdom.

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

S My Wedding Day with Sabina Brennan: 'We had our reception in the most beautiful room at Clontarf Castle'

Neuroscientist Sabina Brennan looks back on her 1987 wedding, which included a TV crew, a ripped dress, and a missing father-in-law

Tue, 08 Jul, 2025

S Roy Keane review: Chants of 'Keano' greet homecoming hero at the Marquee in Cork

Keano hit the back of the net at 'Roy Keane In Conversation with Roddy Doyle'. But sure as his fans might say, 'that's his job'

Mon, 07 Jul, 2025

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Hotel review: Is this West Cork property the perfect coastal escape for food lovers?

Hotel review: This landmark Cork hotel has had a serious revamp, but was it worth the wait?

Ireland's first marine national park has a name... but does it have much else going for it yet?

Restaurant review: This Kenmare eatery nails the produce, but falls short of precision

My Wedding Day with Alison Curtis: 'We had a house together so I asked Anton to marry me'

Examiner Eats Club at The Glass Curtain: Don't miss your seat at the table

S Hotel review: Is this the perfect base for a trip to Kerry's north and west county?

S Restaurant review: This Dublin 6 eatery is building to something luxurious

S Michael McIntyre review: Cork welcomes 'Macnificent' comedian to the Marquee

S What a Difference a Day Makes: 'MS isn’t the life sentence it was, I’m living proof of that'

S The insider's guide to Beara Peninsula: Where to stay, eat and explore in West Cork

S My Wedding Day with Andrea Mara: We did the Dirty Dancing lift — it could have gone so wrong

S Ireland’s best food trucks and street food stalls to try this summer

S Hotel review: This castle in the capital offers real character, superb food and excellent value

S Cian Ducrot review: Homecoming to remember with two sold-out nights at the Marquee

S What a Difference a Day Makes: A honeymoon resort, and I was there on my own!

S Maximum star-power in Bantry as Graham Norton and Ryan Tubridy join forces for fun evening

S Restaurant review: Early days, but good omens for this East Cork bistro and pub

S The Mary Wallopers review: Folk heroes transform Cork's Marquee into their local pub

S Amble review: A movement begins as trio charm a packed Marquee in Cork

S Kingfishr review: Gig of the summer at the Marquee as Cork fans raise the roof with 'Killeagh' singalong

S My Wedding Day with Niamh Hogan: 'We didn’t have any rings, we got matching tattoos instead'

S Hidden Munster: 30 great eat, stay and play experiences in the province

S Pictures & review: Richard E Grant in Bantry for the West Cork Literary Festival

S Restaurant review: Familarity and attention to detail makes Dublin's Delahunt a must

S Pádraic Fogarty: There are signs of positive change at Wild Nephin

S What a Difference a Day Makes: I was given a second chance after a stroke at 47

S The Waterboys review: Marquee sees the whole of the moon on a sizzling night in Cork

S Hotel review: This intimate Killarney hotel is beloved by the Michelin Guide yet feels like Kerry's best-kept secret

S My Wedding Day with Sabina Brennan: 'We had our reception in the most beautiful room at Clontarf Castle'

S Roy Keane review: Chants of 'Keano' greet homecoming hero at the Marquee in Cork

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