Five chippers that Cork people love and what they order on the menu every time

When it comes to bag of chips, it sounds like you can’t go wrong at Kiely’s. Cork’s oldest chipper, it’s on Maylor Street and our readers have been raving about their high-quality chips.   Cliff Burt says the chips are “consistently so good” and he recommends ordering some of the homemade dips too. He’s also… Continue reading Five chippers that Cork people love and what they order on the menu every time

Where To Eat and Stay on the Wild Atlantic Way

Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale Picture. John Allen

On June 4th, in Kinsale, West Cork, John and Sally McKenna launch Where to Eat and Stay on the Wild Atlantic Way, the first-ever book on the culinary treasures to be discovered on the WAW, all the way from the Foyle Bridge in Derry to Kinsale in West Cork. Where to Eat and Stay on the… Continue reading Where To Eat and Stay on the Wild Atlantic Way

Legendary Leeside chipper returns offering artisan twist on famous ‘butty’

Tune in to ‘Takeaway Titans’ to catch them in action   Cork’s oldest chipper, Kiely’s of Maylor Street will take on some of Ireland’s finest culinary talents in a bid to be crowned the nation’s Best Takeaway this Thursday.   Mattie Kiely first opened the doors of his city centre establishment way back in 1940, and his… Continue reading Legendary Leeside chipper returns offering artisan twist on famous ‘butty’

Christmas in Kinsale: The Blue Haven Collection has a season of surprises in store

Every hotel, bar and restaurant in the Blue Haven Collection is open, with mouthwatering new menus, plump pillows and fresh cookies in the guest rooms and fun events for all the family, as well as a tantalising new dinner venue that’s guaranteed to thrill the foodie in your life.   The Blue Haven is open… Continue reading Christmas in Kinsale: The Blue Haven Collection has a season of surprises in store

10 of The Best Outdoor Terraces to Try This Summer

The Moët Terrace at Rare, The Blue Haven, Kinsale, Co Cork   Rare is the newest kid on the Kinsale dining block at the wonderful Blue Haven Hotel. A recent visit coincided with some of the warmest weather I have experienced in Ireland so we opted to dine on the beautiful new Moët terrace which… Continue reading 10 of The Best Outdoor Terraces to Try This Summer

Kinsale’s Rare 1784 Featured in new Series on Irish Food by John Torode

Kinsale’s newest restaurant, Rare 1784 at the Blue Haven Hotel, features in the next episode of John Torode’s Ireland on Thursday August 11th. This new food and travel series is currently airing every Thursday and Sunday on the Food Network and Discovery+ to a global audience.   Rare 1784 is a craft Irish cocktail and… Continue reading Kinsale’s Rare 1784 Featured in new Series on Irish Food by John Torode

Cork Bars Score Well In National Awards as Blue Haven (double gold), bring home medals!

The Bar of the Year Awards and Licensing World were delighted to present the Tasting Village which showcased a variety of new and well-established drinks, our guests enjoyed the opportunity to taste an array of local Irish and international brands. View full article here

The Blue Haven Hotel is featured in ‘Small Hotels you’ll love across Europe’.

At Blue Haven Hotel, our reputation for excellent food, friendly personal service and meticulous attention to detail precedes us. We go above and beyond to ensure your visit to Kinsale is a special one, and can advise on the best places to see and things to do, as well as offer a spectacular supply of… Continue reading The Blue Haven Hotel is featured in ‘Small Hotels you’ll love across Europe’.

The Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale included in John and Sally McKenna’s Guide 2021

No one better exemplifies the Can-Do, Must-Do spirit that created Kinsale as Ireland’s first dedicated food town almost fifty years ago, and which ensures that the spirit of culinary creativity exists to this day, than Ciaran Fitzgerald of The Blue Haven. Today, thanks to Mr Fitzgerald’s relentless work ethic, the Blue Haven has become the… Continue reading The Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale included in John and Sally McKenna’s Guide 2021

The Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale receives AA 4 Star Hotel classification

Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale Picture. John Allen

Following on from winning Irelands No 1 Boutique Hotel for the second time earlier in the year,   The Blue Haven Hotel has been awarded 4 Star Hotel Status with AA and a Rosette award for its Culinary Excellence in the Fish Market Bistro this week.    The Blue Havens sister property, The Old Bank… Continue reading The Blue Haven Hotel Kinsale receives AA 4 Star Hotel classification