Vintage club bans single use coffee cups

Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club has become the first club in Killarney to adopt a single use coffee cup scheme.

Earlier this month it was announced that Killarney is the first town in Ireland to move away from disposable coffee cups. Several businesses including cafes, ho- tels and shops have bought into the idea. It was rolled out on a gradual basis throughout July but the town is set to go coffee cup free from Monday.

An evening of connection and creativity at The Tan Yard

Taittinger Champagne was poured and farm-fresh produce procured for an exclusive one-night-only event hosted by Irish influencer

Erika Fox and Loulerie jewellery founder Louise Stokes at Killarney’s Tan Yard restaurant.

The powerhouse pair of entrepreneurs met face-to-face for the first time as Erika returned from daily life in New York to her home county of Kerry for candid conversation in front of an intimate audience at the popular town centre eatery, exploring themes of connection, self-care and igniting your inner creative.

Guests – including MD of the restaurant’s and O’Donoghue Ring Collection,

Gemma O’Donoghue – were sipping on chilled glasses of Taittinger Champagne Brut, a sparkling new addition to the restaurant’s drinks offering from the legendary French Champagne house, while Killarney Urban Farm Swizzle cocktails were muddled from fresh produce procured from The Tan Yard’s sister property in the collection’s portfolio. Canapes showcased the same love for local produce featuring: Kerry lamb tartare with cured egg and horseradish served on an organic sourdough crisp; Star seafood halibut ceviche with micro coriander; Killarney Urban Farm honey goat cheese on pastry; Mackerel & Serrano ham with carrot and fish roulade; and Black pepper infused spicy margarita spheres.

The Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club meet every Thursday night.

“As you know Killarney is moving away from the one use cup and Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club are proud to be doing the same,” said club secretary Richard O’Donoghe.

“Every Thursday night, the members meet to work on old vehicles, which are later raffled for charity or even just to organise events. Every night ends with a cup of tea and a chat, so now each member has their own reusable cup to help cut down in waste.”

Richard praised club member Michael Murphy who put the idea in motion.