Four popular West Cork pubs have secured listings in the 2018 Michelin ‘Eating Out In Pubs’ guide just published. They are Poacher’s Inn (Bandon), Deasy’s (Clonakilty), Cronin’s (Crosshaven) and Toddies at The Bulman (Kinsale).

Toddies at The Bulman has also secured an “Inspectors’ Favourites” commendation, described in the guide as ‘an establishment found to be particularly charming and which offers something extra special’

18 other pubs from the Republic of Ireland and eight from Northern Ireland also feature in the publication. Produced by tyre manufacturer Michelin – this year’s guide recommends some 470 top dining pubs spread across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland of which 27 are new entries and all of which are selected, first and foremost, for the standard of their food.

Speaking at its launch, guide editor Rebecca Burr (who also edits the famed Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland) commented: “This year we have seen so many pubs get a new lease of life by placing greater emphasis on food. It’s great to see pubs being rejuvenated this way as they are often the heartbeat of our towns and villages.”

Congratulations to Pearse, Mary and their great team at The Bulman!