Ireland’s Cafe Culture

August 31, 2015

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One of the most fun stories I’ve ever written came out in the Irish Independent the weekend before last, about Ireland’s cafe culture and the real people behind some of the sweetest cafes around the country. I got to interview six cafe owners to find out about their motivation for opening cafes, and what they love about the job they’ve taken on.

You can read the full story online, along with a whole bunch of great photos by Joanne Murphy so you can peek inside the cafes as well. I’ve never been to Pedals and Boots in the very remote western Ireland village of Lauragh, but I just can’t wait. It’s attached to the little village post office and you can rent bicycles to cycle along the Wild Atlantic Way! But then again, Alchemy sounds really quirky and welcoming full of interesting books and artwork. I need a cross-country coffee shop tour!

Thanks to the inspiring owners of Alchemy, Urbun, Press, Shells Cafe and Pedals and Boots for sharing their journey with us all!

And if you’re in a DIY mood, here’s my latest weekend interiors article with four awesome DIY projects!

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