Venture west my friend, and you shall find such things to eat…

I’ll admit, I’m a tiny bit biased when it comes to West Cork food.  I can’t help it; it’s where I live, where I call home and, for all the allure of Big City Living, there is simply nothing better than returning to its verdant hills and calmness. 

This article was originally published in August 2016. It has been updated in April 2018.

I’d sooner get stuck in a traffic jam of crossing cows, or be forced to travel all the way home from work in second gear because it’s silage time again than be forced to sit in traffic jams of cars, or standing up in stuffy train carriages.  It helps a lot that our food tastes so darn good; also why the region is the home of one of Ireland’s biggest food festivals!

Here now is my guide to indulging your inner gourmet at the region’s biggest town and vibrant foodie hub, Skibbereen. Continue reading “Skibbereen Food & Drink Guide”