Clodagh McKenna's guide on what to see, eat and drink in West Cork

Here, Irish chef and Evening Standard's weekly recipe columnist, Clodagh McKenna, reveals where to eat, sleep, drink and what to do in this stunning corner of the world...

Sleep
Blairscove House in Durrus, West Cork, is a beautifully restored free sex asian Georgian House with lovely cottages where you can choose from the option of self-catering or B&B. It’s situated alongside the stunning Sheep's Head peninsula.

Eat

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The Island Cottage on Heir Island is a magical place to go for dinner, the whole experience is so unique. The last time I was here was with Chef Alice Waters (Chez Panisse restaurant) to celebrate her birthday. The restaurant sits 22 people and serves a set menu dinner and lunch using the best local and island-foraged ingredients. To get to the restaurant, it’s a short and fun, four minute ferry trip from Cunnamore Pier. The Island Cottage also has a cookery school, where guests can enroll on courses that last a morning, one day, two days or a week. Attendees of the cookery school are also able to stay on site at The Cottage.

One of my favourite restaurants in West Cork is Mews in Baltimore. It’s set in a small stone building in one of my favourite sea side towns. The seafood served here porn videos comes from the fishing boats in front of the restaurant, while the meat is sourced from local farmers and hunters, fruit and veg from market-gardeners, and wild ingredients foraged in the surrounding countryside. So, as you can imagine, the menu changes daily.

Drink

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Hackett’s Bar in Schull is a traditional Irish pub serving delicious, locally-produced food. Like a lot of pubs in Ireland, it’s been there since the 1920s and hasn’t changed that much. Not to be missed is their crab salad with aioli and soda bread. They also play great live music in the evening. 

O'Sullivan's Pub in Crookhaven is the best place to enjoy a creamy pint of Guinness and a pint of fresh prawn’s with a beautiful view of the sea and Crookhaven harbour. Depending on the weather, you can sit inside next to the cosy fire or on one of the outdoor tables next to the water and soak up the spectacular views.

See
If you want to find everything from pheasant eggs to hand-woven willow baskets to delicious free range pork then head to Skibbereen Farmer’s Market. When you’re there make sure you visit the Gubbeen Farm stall and pick-up their award-winning cheese and charcuterie. There are also lots of stands selling delicious ready-to-eat food so make sure to plan this visit around lunchtime.

Culture Fix

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Without a doubt, one of the best ways to experience Irish hd porn culture is to see live music. Connolly’s of Leap is a cult music venue and bar where artists from all over the world come to play. They have performances every night of the week, from traditional Irish music to Drum ‘n’ Bass.

Getting There
You can get a flight on Aer Lingus or Ryan Air to Cork Airport from all London Airports. It’s pretty crucial to rent a car while you’re there because that’s the best way to travel around West Cork.

Why Croatia is the ultimate European summer destination

One of Europe’s most beautiful sailing destinations, Croatia offers calm turquoise waters and a host of islands, each with its own identity and idiosyncrasies.

Yacht charter bases are located in marinas, the most popularfree porn  ones being on the mainland, in or near Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar and Pula, all of which are conveniently served by summer flights from the UK.

Sailing around Croatia is one of the best ways to see the beautiful country as you can stop off at the many islands along the coast and take a dip in the Adriatic Sea.

Below are four of the best routes to see Croatia by boat.

South Dalmatia
If you set sail from Dubrovnik, you’ll be touring the islands of South Dalmatia. Make your first stop at Mljet, to explore the dense forests and two turquoise interconnected saltwater lakes of Mljet National Park — hire bikes and cycle the perimeter of the lakes, or rent kayaks and paddle across them.


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Proceed to neighbouring Korčula, where the highlight is censored jav Korčula Town, perched upon a tiny fortified peninsula. Within its medieval walls, tightly packed stone buildings include the magnificent Gothic-Renaissance cathedral and the supposed birthplace of intrepid explorer Marco Polo.

Beyond the town, Korčula’s undulating hills are planted with olive groves, vineyards and pinewoods. South from here, the remote island of Lastovo is often missed by holidaymakers due to its inconvenient ferry timetable, leaving it wonderfully peaceful for those who arrive by yacht. On the return voyage, spend a night in a sheltered bay off one of the tiny car-free Elaphiti islets — Šipan, Lopud or Koločep.

SPLIT
See the sights of Split (Croatian National Tourist Board)
Central Dalmatia
Croatia’s most popular point of departure for sailing holidays, Split (and nearby Trogir and Kaštela) takes you straight to the islands of Central Dalmatia. Begin with Brač, where Bol, on the south coast, is home to the country’s most photographed beach, the stunning jav censored Zlatni Rat, a 500-metre long pebble spit, which juts out into the sea, perpendicular to the coast.

It’s also Croatia’s top windsurfing destination. Nearby, the island of Hvar bears fertile vineyards and purple lavender fields. Here, trendy Hvar Town centres on a harbour hugged by elegant Venetian-era stone buildings, overlooked by a hilltop castle. Adored by the rich and famous, its glamorous nightlife venues include rustic-chic beach clubs and cocktail bars.

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Wolwedans, Namibia

Tangerine-toned boulders, otherworldly arid plains and ancient mountains make up the dramatic scenery of the 170,000-hectare NamibRand Nature Reserve. free sex censored Home to the moon-like Namib Desert and the enormous Sossusvlei dunes, Namibia is a celebration of space and seclusion, perfect for A-listers seeking peace from the paps. Harry and Meghan romanced in Africa and the Prince is a patron of Rhino Conservation Botswana. Wolwedans’ classic accommodation is Boulders Safari Camp, with interiors laced with local handicrafts and mountain-facing terraces showcasing the theatre of Namibia’s wealth of wandering animals including elephants, lions, giraffes and the endangered black rhino. Newlyweds couldn’t ask for happier sundowners than here on the dunes, followed by starlit suppers on a private deck. Rooms from £510 (wolwedans.com; book through abercrombiekent.com)

Six Senses, Bhutan

With Tibet to the north and India to the south, this Himalayan kingdom seduces with seriously spirit-lifting R&R. Plan a circuit through pine forests and prayer flags, stopping at waterfalls and Buddhist chortens (dome-shaped holy buildings) along the way when Six Senses opens the first three of five lodges at the end of the summer. These contemporary havens invite hd jav free you to experience transformative journeys while staying at remote villas steeped in Buddhist mysticism. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge fell in love with Bhutan when they visited in 2016. And who says you can only have one honeymoon? Harry and Meghan could celebrate their first anniversary here and renew their vows the Bhutanese way — Buddhist monks host mantra-soundtracked ceremonies at sacred ancient temples. Rooms prices tbc (sixsenses.com)

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Fogo Island Inn, Canada

This attention-grabbing architectural beauty on a wave-lashed, remote and rocky isle in Newfoundland is a game-changer thanks to its considerate contemporary design. The setting is a world away from the landscape Harry’s grandmother, Elizabeth II, would have seen when she visited Gander, the gateway to Fogo Island, on her royal tour of 1959. All 29 romantic suites have floor-to-ceiling views of the dramatic Atlantic ocean, but the two-story Flat Earth Suite at the front of the inn is the ultimate perch, jutting out over a rocky outcrop like the jav uncensored prow of a ship. Giant-squid fishing and iceberg spotting should give newlyweds something to reminisce about well into retirement. And if they run out of chat, a private cinema and art gallery will help keep them amused. Rooms from £1,070 (fogoislandinn.ca; book through discover-the-world.co.uk)