Old Mother Hubbard, Went to Ireland

Mother Hubbard's
Brunch
Market Street
Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland
ph: (021) 4772440

One thing that the Irish loves is their good ol' traditional breakfast. Made not just to fill you up but to cure bad hangovers as well and since hangover food cures mostly consists of grease and carbs, the Irish brekkie is not shy of grease but don't let that turn you off because it is every bit delicious.

Coming to Ireland, I made sure to enjoy the authentic Irish pubs and although I couldn't keep up the Irish on the drinking part, I downed a few Guiness pints myself (incredible with a dash of black currant syrup), so I woke up with a hangover and craving heavy, greasy food the next day. I was staying with my awesome Irish friend and tour guide in a town of Kinsale in County Cork, she then took me to the very popular Mother Hubbard's where the locals flock for a meal of toasts, eggs and yummy pork products.

Open until 3pm to accomodate late risers and party goers, Mother Hubbard's serves home cooked breakfast that will fill you up for the day. As we walked in the door, I immediately felt as if I was transported to the world of nursery rhyme. Daintily decorated with shabby chic cupboards, pretty teapots and china and blue and white gingham tablecloths, this cozy restaurant will quickly make you feel at home.

We ordered at the counter and picked a table. We had to twiddle our thumbs for a bit for our breakfast to arrive but when it did, a feast of toasts, sausages, black and white pudding, eggs, bacon, ham and a cup of black tea were soon being consumed by me and I have to say, it surely hit the spot. The black and white pudding were very flavourful and the sausages were sizzling and deliciously spiced. I was definitely full and satisfied and although it didn't cure my headache, I still left with a smile on a my face.