Welcome to our special cuisine feature The school holidays are almost over and what better way to cheer us up with a special cuisine feature to get the mouths watering! Kerry is known for great food, service and a céad míle fáilte, and to celebrate its reputation for quality food we have a jampacked feature focusing on all the best food offerings available to locals and visitors.
This feature highlights great restaurants, cafés and hotels for our readers to enjoy, and appeals to those who are looking for a casual bite to eat or to those who want to treat themselves for that special occasion. In next week’s edition (Friday, August 30), we have our monthly Home & Living feature, which will be showcasing master bedrooms, guestrooms and much more.
The Brehon Hotel, Killarney
Dine at the Danú The award-wining culinary team at The Brehon invites you to dine in Danú Restaurant this August and enjoy three courses along with a bottle of house wine for just €35 per person. Carefully curated by Head Chef, Chad Byrne, Danú’s menu offers fun, flavour and freshness in a relaxed and casual setting. With a selection of dishes from vibrant small plates to hearty mains, signature favourites to quirky takes on the classics, this food is a celebration of local produce, market fresh ingredients and a talented kitchen team. A shining light of the burgeoning Irish food scene, Chad and his team grow their own herb garden, work in tandem with some of Ireland’s best food producers
and collaborate with their industry peers. All this to bring you food that is as inspiring as it is delicious in a place that is as beautiful as it is relaxed. This fantastic Table D’hote menu changes often to reflect seasonal produce, but you can expect to choose from starters like crispy prawn scampi or baked Le Chevre goat’s cheese and main courses like slow cooked pork steak or roast hake fillet. Desserts are simply delicious with choices varying from sticky toffee pudding to apple and berry crumble. Limited availability means pre-booking is strongly advised, while a minimum booking of two people is required. To make a reservation simply phone The Brehon on 064 6630700, visit www.thebrehon.com or email info@ thebrehon.com.
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The Heights Hotel
High-end gastro dining with a twist Since the launch of The Heights Hotel new bar and brasserie menu in June 2019, the feedback from guests has been extremely positive. Whilst dining at The Heights you’ll receive nothing but quality food in relaxing surroundings complimented by a warm and welcoming service. With their newest menu, the choices are fun and entirely different to anything you’ll find in Kerry. “Genuinely there's something on the menu for everyone,” Head Chef Jamie Cronin said. “I wanted to create a menu that as a guest you're reading it and think to yourself 'I really don't know what to order because there's so much I see and
want’, and so you come back time and time again.” It’s high-end gastro dining with a twist. There are dishes from across the world such as Sticky Pork Belly Bao Buns, the family favourite Snack Box served in a ‘HFC’ branded snack box and classic choices like the Bone in Rib-Eye, Mixed Grill and Lamb Cutlets. There’s a playful element to their desserts, choices such as Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream Sandwich with a giant piece of Honeycomb and DIY Doughnuts - you’re given syringes filled with Homemade Custard, Chocolate Sauce and Jam to fill your doughnuts yourself, or a classic Baked Apple ‘Crumble’ with a twist. The entire team at The Heights Hotel look forward to welcoming you, your family and friends to try out the highly anticipated menu.
3hr Walking Food Tour
Private Luxury Day Tour to Dingle Peninsula (8hrs approx.)
Luxury Transport: Min group size 2- Max 24 Includes Walking Food Tour of Dingle Slea Head Drive Pick up points: Killarney, Tralee, Caherciveen Meeting point: Greys Lane Bistro,Dingle Co Kerry • Enjoy a unique experience with a Failte Ireland approved tour guide. • Call me with your requests and i will do my very best to tailor a tour to your wishes. •
Dee-lish food tours contact Dee 087 3158582
History and heritage of the town Meet the locals, make new friends 7 generous tastes of the town 3 seated venues Irish lesson and gift Flight of local beers Fun time guaranteed €60 p.person Daily 11-2pm 2.30-5.30pm
Contact Dee00 353 873158582 0 0353 877018433 ww.deelishfoodtours.com deelishfoodtours@gmail.com
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Dee-Lish Food Tours
Food tours in west Kerry Living locally in Dingle and working as a tour guide driver, Deirdre Harman, the founder guide, is offering the unique and exciting Dee-Lish Food Tours experience in the Kerry region. Deirdre has enjoyed working in the food and tourism industry and now combines both areas of her expertise. With eight years-experience touring nationwide Deirdre can assist with your travel plans and requirements throughout your visit to Ireland. She has wonderful insights to
share with people who wish to sample seasonal produce from the south west Peninsulas. • Dingle Town-Walking Food Tour: Commencing at Grey’s Lane Bistro which is the perfect venue to begin the town adventure. It is a three hour fun and engaging walking tour of the town run daily from 11am-2pm and 2.305.30pm. Small groups (max. 12) are invited to taste flavours in the number one foodie town of Ireland - Dingle. A lesson in the Irish language and “secret” gift to
utilise with the locals is an extra treat in the experience. Make some new friends and continue your discovery of the town with great recommendations for music venues and local gems. • Dingle Delights Day Tour: We can transport your group in more ways than one. We will customise a tour for your private party. Dingle Delights Day Tour allows you to be collected from any part of Kerry for private bookings. Enjoy VIP treatment, savouring the sights and bites along the Wild Atlantic Way, a dramatic landscape on the most
westerly part of Ireland. The tour caters for groups of up to 24 people - in this case, the first group is led by a local guide on a walking tour of the town. The second group take the coach tour of Slea Head Drive. The groups are rotated to enjoy a more personal experience of the town. These unique tours are ideal for anyone who wishes to celebrate a private party, staff parties or overseas visitors. • Luxury Private Multi-Day Tour: Deirdre will customise a taste experience along the Wild Atlantic Way. Each day will be a discovery of local gems and ideal locations. Treat yourself to a captivating culinary adventure. www.deelishfoodtours.com
Malarkey Restaurant
New dishes daily at Malarkey Restaurant Malarkey Restaurant on New Street has foodies travelling far and wide to sample Seamus O’Connell’s take on modern Irish local cuisine. The former owner/chef of The Ivory Tower Cork is creating a following locally for those who desire to try something different. Offering a range of menus from tasting to three course set dinners, Seamus, who is an award winning chef, thrives on creating new dishes daily with whatever ingredients are in season. “Now is my favourite time of the year,
with game season afoot, and the magical earthy fruits of the wood, wild mushrooms especially,” Seamus said. “The summer produce has been slow so I'm looking forward to an Indian summer with lots of rich flavours, such as bay laurel crusted venison with blackberry BBQ sauce, or seared wood pigeon with beetroots and rocket.” The restaurant is housed in the former Chapter 40 premises and has been fully renovated. Open seven nights a week, reservations can be made on 064 662 2566 or see www.malarkey.ie.
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Scotts Hotel Killarney
New style and traditional cuisine The Courtyard Restaurant in Scotts Hotel, Killarney serves the finest food from full Irish breakfasts, through to delicious three course lunches and candlelit evening dinners. The Head Chef’s menu combines new style cuisine with many of the traditional Irish favourites, the perfect choice for Killarney Hotel Restaurants. An extensive wine list ensures that your meal will be perfectly complemented every time.
Attention to detail with attentive and friendly service is the essence of a dining experience in the Courtyard Restaurant. OPENING HOURS • Breakfast 8am – 10am • Lunch 12.30pm – 4.30pm (pre-booking required) • Dinner 6pm – 9pm Call reservations on 064 6631060 or email info@scottshotelkillarney.com.
Curious Cat Café & Wine Bar
Plenty on offer at Curious Cat The Curious Cat has lots on their menu as they offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Curious Cat cafe serves delicious breakfast from 9am, lunch with speciality coffee and healthy smoothies. Come and try their pancakes which are availa-
ble all day. The Curious Cat wine bar is open from 5pm, where tapas can be enjoyed with a large selection of wines. For all bookings including groups, contact them on 064 6622652. You can also find them on Facebook and Instagram.
Kilcummin Gourmet Kitchen
CATERING FOR ANY OCCASION CAN BE DAUNTING, SO WHY NOT LET US DO IT FOR YOU? Choose from a wide range of Gourmet Food, delivered to your table! Kilcummin Gourmet Kitchen is a newly established Catering Business specialising in Outside Catering & Handmade Artisan Products. We can cater for all types of occasions and events... From family occasions, birthday parties, wedding breakfasts, finger food, nibbles, communions & confirmations, and much more.
ALL DISHES AND PRODUCTS ARE HANDMADE USING THE FRESHEST AND MOST LOCAL INGREDIENTS For more info or to book for your event please contact:
Paul & Colleen O’Connor
T: 0857538601 • 0863778960 E: info@kilcummingourmetkitchen.com
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Unique recipes and a personalised service Kilcummin Gourmet Kitchen, which is run by award winning chef Paul O’Connor and his wife Colleen, cater for any size function. The couple have developed unique recipes and a personalised service right to your door for any event. Paul worked as Head Chef in the fourstar Lake Hotel in Killarney when it was awarded its first ever AA Rosette. Also, as Head Chef at the Herbert Restaurant in Cahernane, the four-star restaurant was awarded two AA Rosettes. He also featured in the ‘Chefs of Distinction Recipe Book’, which features some
of Ireland’s top chefs and dishes from some of the UK and Ireland’s finest hotels. Kilcummin Gourmet Kitchen specialise in outside catering for a range of different functions and can call right to your door. Paul can come and cook starters, mains and desserts for intimate dinner parties with some unique food. For more info or to book your event please contact: Paul and Colleen O’Connor T: 0857538601 • 0863778960 E: paul@kilcummingourmetkitchen.com F: Kilcummin Gourmet Kitchen W: www.kilcummingourmetkitchen.com
Castlerosse Park Resort
Celebrate with the Castlerosse For over 50 years the Castlerosse has been committed to delivering an unparalleled dining experience to our guests. The setting at the Castlerosse Park Resort is the perfect backdrop for all occasions, whether you choose the Grosvenor Restaurant or Mulligan’s Bar and Lakeview, you are guaranteed a fantastic culinary experience coupled with some of the most spectacular views Killarney has to offer. Celebrate your special occasion with us or just treat yourself to Traditional Sun-
Killarney Court Hotel
Great carvery and exceptional service Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in the McGillicuddy's Bar and sample the culinary delights in Seasons Restaurant at the Killarney Court Hotel. Combined with fine wines and attentive service you can be assured of a wonderful dining experience. The dining room opens for evening meals at 6pm until 9pm, offering an extensive Table d'hôte Menu. The carvery offers a wide selection of tasty meals from 12 to 3pm. A kids menu is also avail-
able. An extensive bar menu is available from 3pm to 9pm, offering both hot and cold dishes. The Killarney Court Hotel carvery has been in operation since 1998 and is always striving to please our guests, local and tourists alike. We offer great value meals with main courses from only €9.95 every day including Sunday. In September 2012, we were delighted to have been awarded the ‘Munster Great Carvery Hotel of the Year’. We were also shortlisted for the ‘Best Hotel Carvery in Ireland’, as one of the four provincial winners. We are constantly trying to improve our carvery and meet the needs of our guests in any way we can. Why not come in and sample our dishes, and remember, at our carvery you are always welcome, and we will do our very best to look after you. Killarney Court Hotel, Tralee Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Tel: 064 6637070 | Reservations: 1890 930 033 | E: reception@killarneycourthotel.com
day lunch in the panoramic Grosvenor Restaurant overlooking Killarney's Lower Lake. Two course menu available for €21 per person, or three course menu for €25 per person. Lunch is served from 1pm to 2.30pm. Children’s menu also available for €13.50 per child. Call to reserve your table on 064 6631144. Lakes of Killarney, Killarney E: res@castlerosse.ie W: www.castlerosse.ie
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Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa
Local and seasonal food at Aghadoe Heights The team of chefs at Aghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa have an ethos to keep dishes simple, in season, local and to let the flavours remain true to themselves.
Sunday Lunch
3 course lunch overlooking the lakes
Only €29.50pp
(Children’s half portions available)
12pm - 3pm. Booking recommended. Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa, Killarney, Co Kerry, V93 DH59. t: +353 64 663 1766 e: info@aghadoeheights.com
www.aghadoeheights.com
Kayne's Bar & Brasserie
A warm welcome awaits you at Kaynes Kayne’s Bar & Brasserie on the Muckross Road is the perfect choice for a mid-morning espresso, light lunch on the terrace, a delicious evening meal in the Brasserie section, or a cosy nightcap.
Our enthusiastic and talented culinary team under Executive Chef, Cyrille Durand, use the freshest of local produce to create mouth-watering dishes for you to savour with our summer menu. The ‘Small and Sharing’ bites include the very popular Cassolette of Glenbeigh Mussels, Burrata and Tomato, Lobster Bisque with Crab Meat and BBQ Chicken Wings. The menu also offers some classic dishes such as Bao Bun, Traditional Irish Stew, The K-Burger, Fish and Chips, and back by popular demand the Kayne’s style Chicken Maryland in addition to the ‘Best Irish Beef’ with the Balsamic Braised Beef Ribs, Tomahawk Steak and Fillet Steak along with the ever popular steak sandwich. Popular with locals and visitors alike, there's always a warm welcome awaiting you at Kayne’s where the staff look forward to meeting and taking care of you. Muckross Rd, Dromhale, Killarney T: (064) 663 9300 www.kayneskillarney.com.
They have a keen focus on engaging with local suppliers and benefitting from the outstanding produce and ingredients available, within the surrounding regions. Guests can choose from the very relaxed atmosphere of The Heights Lounge and Piano Bar to the more edgy and sophisticated menu choices in The Lake Room Restaurant. Both eateries offer outstanding views of Killarney’s lakes
and mountains and have menus which change seasonally. The latest addition to Aghadoe Heights, which is a multiple award-winning fivestar luxury resort, is the View Bar and Terrace. Located on the first floor, this trendy, airy space spills out onto an open terrace with breathtaking views. By day, guests can enjoy an aromatic freshly ground coffee, the perfect cup of tea or some delicate pastries, and in the evening the mood lighting creates an ambient glow, soft music sets the tone and the cocktail shakers can be heard, gently whisking up an ice-cold favourite. Contact the hotel on www.aghadoeheights.com or phone 064 6631766.