Algarve to Cork

Posted on November 20, 2007
Filed Under Travel Info.

On Thursday, we will be trading our sun glasses for an umbrella as we head up north to Cork Ireland for a few days.

As some of our readers will know, at this time of the year there are no direct flights from Faro to Cork, to make due, we’ll be flying Faro to Dublin via Ryan Air and then taking a connecting flight from Dublin to Cork

Cork Ireland

Photo Credit: Moser Maroon

During the summer months when there are direct flights from Faro - Cork it’s a great getaway, not for the rain, but for great restaurants! Over the years we’ve discovered how much Corkonians love to eat out - as a result, we’ve learned if there’s a hot place to eat in Cork, you have to make sure to book reservations well in advance, or you’ll miss out.

Here’s a sample of the restaurants on our list during our 4 day visit:

Wagamama
It’s not a traditional Irish restaurant or pub, it’s a different food experience all together, and one of our favorite gems in Cork.

Wagamama
4-5 South Main st
Cork Center
Tel: +353 (0) 214 278 874

Star Anise
This is a warm cozy little spot, and one of our absolute favorites. One of the owners is usually there, and as chaotic as it may be to run a very popular restaurant, they make it seem effortless and the service is always wonderful. The menu is small and changes regularly, and always has a list of options that makes it difficult to choose. Just thinking about Star Anise and the fact we got reservations confirmed gets my taste buds in a frenzy. Can’t wait!

Star Anise
4 Bridge Street
Cork Center
Tel: +353 (0) 214551635

Fishy Fishy Café
Fishy Fishy Café tucked nicely in Kinsale, Cork is not your ordinary restaurant … it is one of the most popular restaurants in all of Cork County. These folks know fish & shell fish and the dishes they bring out of the kitchen are wonderful every time. There are no reservations, no credit cards and no guarantee you’ll be able to get a seat … asthere’s always a waiting list, and a line. Sunday afternoons are chaotic with at least an hours wait … and of course there’s a line up waiting. Line ups drive us mad, but at Fishy Fishy, Moses and I will be wearing our comfy shoes and waiting - it’s that good!

Fishy Fishy Café
Kinsale, Cork
Tel: +353 (0)21 4700415

Will be sure to take some photo’s during our mini-trip.

Comments

4 Responses to “Algarve to Cork”

Ricardo on November 21st, 2007 12:25 am

Votos de uma boa viagem e de um bom regresso até ao Algarve.
Moses on November 21st, 2007 8:05 am

Muito obrigado Ricardo! When we get back, we must try your recommended “restaurant de povo”. Any special request from Ireland?
Ricardo on November 21st, 2007 5:23 pm

One bottle of Magners
Moses on November 22nd, 2007 11:24 am

I’ll see what I can do …