During my junior year of college, I was one of the lucky few (ironically) to get to take an introduction to Irish Literacy class. Being a part of this class allowed me to take a trip to Ireland during spring break... and even luckier, it was during St. Patrick's day! This was definitely a once in a lifetime experience- I mean what could be better?! Although nothing can compare to the amazing views, spirit, and the people that make Ireland great, I want to focus on the food that I indulged in on this trip. As we know, food isn't the first thing we think of when we hear of Ireland, but that doesn't mean it does not have anything to offer! I want to tell you all about one of the best places I ate at while I was in Ireland, Queen of Tarts!
Queen of Tarts is located in the heart of Dublin and was mine and my friend Danielle's favorite place to frequently stop throughout our trip. It was a cute and cozy spot for us to stop by, not only for yummy pastries, but also for an excellent meal. This beautiful cafe is known for their variety of pastries, but we also enjoyed their breakfast, lunch, & even brunch menu. As you can tell, Danielle and I were a little obsessed with this place.
The ambiance of Queen of Tarts reminded me of a mix of Victorian and Country styles, with little dollies and signs that made me feel like I was sitting in my grandmother's kitchen. Every item of food was adorably packaged and the minute you walked in the door the smell of baked good overwhelmed you!
It's a small and intimate cafe full of super friendly staff that loves to share advice about the best places to visit in Dublin. I think the reason Danielle and I came back to this lovely place so many times was because of the great customer service... but don't get me wrong the food and pastries were absolutely amazing! We both loved it so much we each bought a mug that I still use it to this day. Every time I sip my tea out of it I day dream about my time in Dublin. I cannot wait to one day go back to Ireland and visit Queen of Tarts and, of course, explore more the beautiful country!
I hope everyone has a Happy St. Patrick's Day full of luck & a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow =)
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