the english market

Looking for fresh locally sourced produce for your stay in Cork? You need go no further than the English Market!
Located in the centre of Cork city you can access it from a number of streets including; Grande Parade, Patrick Street, Princes Street and Oliver Plunkett Street. At the Grande Parade entrance, have a look at one of the oldest stalls in the market, selling nothing but two traditional Cork delicacies, tripe and drisheen. Cork traditionalists with very strong Cork accents sell these – you’ll be luck if you can understand their Cork lingo!
There are also some excellent small cafes and coffee bars and one larger café, the Farm Gate, if you get hungry during your visit. You'll find enough to interest you just wandering about, but there are a few highlights worth seeking out. It's almost impossible to miss O'Connell's fresh fish stall, the largest in the market. Also, look out for Mr Bell’s exotic food stalls to find some rare treats. <