A Taste of Cork -
ireland with michael

Michael heads to the Republic of Cork to meet Ireland's answer to Julia Child, Darina Allen who hosts him at Ballymaloe Cooking School. Nearby Ballycotton Lighthouse and port, bathing in sunshine is nothing short of idyllic. With the River Lee Hotel in Cork city as his base Michael explores the English Market and speaks to a fishmonger with a connection to Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. Shelly O Grady (Harp) and Cork Musician Cormac O Hanlon (concertina) play some tunes. Michael samples rare whiskey from Middleton Distilleries and finds out about Cobh, last land stop for the Titanic on its fateful voyage.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 306

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About Ireland with Michael:

Travel across Ireland with internationally renowned singer Michael Londra in a celebration of Irish culture, history, and music.

Combining glorious video footage from the Emerald Isle, fascinating travel destinations, exciting cultural experiences, and performances from Irish stars, Ireland with Michael allows you to tour Ireland from your own home.

Ireland with Michael takes viewers to intriguing Irish destinations where they'll learn about Irish history, meet local artisans, experience small-town pubs and food, and enjoy VIP access to unique musical and cultural experiences.

Using performances with public television favorites like Celtic Thunder's Ryan Kelly and Celtic Woman's Chloe Agnew, chats with New York Times best selling author Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl), platinum artist Nathan Carter, traditional Irish music legends, Beoga and many more, Michael takes the viewer on an Irish adventure the only way he knows how; through music, song and dance.