Limerick Guide
Did You Know? Poetry
A ‘limerick’ is a short, humorous poem with a strict rhyming scheme (AABBA). It is not conclusively known if the name of the form refers to Limerick City or County specifically but many say that the name is a reference to the renowned ‘Maigue Poets.’ Many of these poets wrote limericks and one such verse by publican poet, Sean O’Tuama, in the 18th century read: “I sell the best Brandy and Sherry/ To make all my customers merry/But at times their finances/ Run short as it chances/And then I feel very sad, very.”
Limerick in Numbers 91,456
Population of Limerick City and environs
3
Limerick is the third most populous city in Ireland
202
Distance in kilometres from Limerick to Dublin
Tuscany Bistro at The Granary Michael Street 061-468000 www.tuscany.ie
Tuscany Bistro is the place to be if you are a lover of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. With three beautiful locations in Limerick City, Castletroy & Ballina/Killaloe. Tuscany offers delicious meals ranging from authentic Italian dishes to wholesome Mediterranean meals, using only the finest and freshest local and Mediterranean ingredients. With an ethos revolving around ‘simple perfection,’ the extensive range of antipasti, salads, pastas and pizzas as well as poultry, meat and seafood options will wow guests.
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Using only the finest and freshest local and Mediterranean ingredients
There is also a diverse range of delicious gluten free dishes including pasta and pizza as well as a variety of vegetarian dishes! If it’s nightlife you’re after, the restaurant enthusiastic bar staff can whip up almost any cocktail that tickles your fancy, with complimentary music in the our fully roofed cosy courtyard on selected evenings.
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Enthusiastic bar staff can whip up almost any cocktail
That’s not all, as there’s a child friendly menu, Food To Go menu, an excellent Great Value menu, a Light Bite lunch menu with a pre-order facility & a catering menu for private events. Tuscany Bistro is an all-round delight with friendly experts to serve you the absolute best. It’s the perfect venue for weddings and private events. We can’t get enough of this Italian gem! Parking, Free Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessible & outdoor seating area. Email: info@tuscany.ie
1197
Year Limerick got its Charter from King John 1
2,000
Approximate number of art works in Limerick’s Hunt Museum
4
Number of bridges across the Shannon in Limerick City
2
Limerick has the second largest Polish community in Ireland
675
Length in metres of the Shannon Tunnel
14,000
Student population of UL during the academic year
250,000
Estimated number of people who gathered in Limerick City centre to see The Giant’s Journey on September 5-7, 2014
Tuscany Bistro at The Granary
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