Kinsale cuisine, famous for a good reason

Kinsale is famed for its concentration of excellent restaurants, independent boutique shops and galleries, as Kate Ryan reports

A perfect pairing: fresh-brewed coffee and a slice of homemade lemon meringue pie, served in the peaceful garden at the Lemon Leaf Café in Kinsale. Picture Chani Anderson

Kinsale is always on the move. While its slim meandering streets speak of a time long passed, this town keeps pushing forward. Renowned for the concentration of excellent restaurants, independent boutique shops and galleries, and its breath-taking coastal vistas, Kinsale is a town that invites you to keep exploring, to discover something new, and follow your tastebuds.

Tracy Keoghan, owner of the Lemon Leaf Café in Kinsale, has been at the heart of the town’s food scene for years. Known for its homely atmosphere and wholesome food, the café has recently added a new chapter, opening its doors at night as a vibrant food, drink, and music venue — bringing a fresh alternative to Kinsale’s night scene. Picture Chani Anderson