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Food and fun benefits St Mary of the Angels
FOOD AND FUN: Bernard Casey (comedian), Paddy O'Donoghue and Denis Geaney (seated) with Brendan Fuller, Derry and Rosie Healy, Jack Fitzpatrick, Colin McCormack and Cathal Walshe at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
By Michelle Crean
Hundreds stopped by and dug deep into their pockets on Monday at a fundraising barbeque in aid of St Mary of the Angels.
The food was flowing and there was plenty of entertainment including a guest appearance by funny man and ‘Local Gossip’ star Bernard Casey, Michael O’Brien and band, Peter Fleming and John Nolan, followed by Neily O’Connor, who was joined by Dermot Moriarty and Cathal Walshe. Then it was time for Derry and Rosie Healy, Adrian Healy and Helen Kerins and there was some dancing by guests Celtic Roots, followed by Jer O’Shea and Giselle O’Meara who sang ‘Grace’. MC on the day was Radio Kerry’s Brendan Fuller from Killarney.
The event was organised by Denis Geaney, Derry Healy, Paddy O’Donoghue and Maurice O’Donoghue.
“Bernard Casey went down a bomb,” Denis Geaney, one of the organisers, told the Killarney Advertiser.
“He was our main act and we’re delighted he came.”
It’s the second year of the event, he added. Last year Team Geaney organised the inaugural BBQ event in aid of Ian O’Connell and also cycled the Ring of Kerry. Due to the success both years, they’re now hoping to make it an annual event.
And he added that he’d like to say thanks to all who participated on the day donating their time and efforts for free.
“We’d like to thank Jack Fitzgerald, all who performed, Maurice O’Donoghue and staff at Scotts Hotel and the chefs for the wonderful food and those who came and supported it. There was also a huge attendance from St Mary of the Angels staff and residents.”
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FOOD AND FUN: Bernard Casey (comedian), Paddy O'Donoghue and Denis Geaney (seated) with Brendan Fuller, Derry and Rosie Healy, Jack Fitzpatrick, Colin McCormack and Cathal Walshe at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Bernard Casey (comedian), Paddy O'Donoghue, Cathal Walshe and Denis Geaney at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Mary O'Connor, Paul Cremin and Zara Daly at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Joanne McGillicuddy, Mary O'Donoghue, Patricia Ryan and Peg Fleming with Paddy and Sean McGillicuddy and Abbie Ryan at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Leah O'Mahony, Holly O'Shea, Susan O'Brien and Anna O'Shea, in front, with Catherine O'Shea, Kate Cronin, Georgia O'Shea, Dolores O'Donoghue and Stella O'Shea at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Mary Brennan and Tracy Fitzpatrick at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Mike Scannell, Bernard Casey and Cllr Donal Grady at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Collette O'Neill, Tracy Fitzpatrick, Rosie Casey and Laura Fitzpatrick at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Eileen, Daniel, Danny, Johnny, Maggie and Maura Healy-Rae at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Mike and Ian O'Connell and Maurice O'Donoghue at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
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Mary Kelliher, Margaret Ashe, Eilish Perryman, Sheila Kelliher and Noreen Devane at the St Mary of the Angels fundraising barbeque at Scotts Hotel, Killarney, on Monday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh[/caption]
Killarney Coffee Shop ranked among Europe’s best
Boardwalk Coffee Killarney secures 48th place in prestigious European awards
There is great excitement in Killarney this week as Boardwalk Coffee Killarney has officially been ranked 48th Best Coffee Shop in Europe for 2026, following the prestigious Europe’s 100 Best Coffee Shops Gala held in Brussels.
In a competition where over 5,300 coffee shops across Europe were evaluated, the Killarney outlet secured an outstanding place among the continent’s elite, putting both Killarney and Kerry firmly on the international coffee map.
The achievement is made even more remarkable by the fact that Boardwalk Coffee Killarney is the only coffee shop in Munster to make the Top 100 list and is one of only nine coffee shops in Ireland to be recognised.
Adding to the success story, the Killarney branch only opened its doors in April 2025, making this international recognition all the more extraordinary in such a short space of time.
At the centre of the achievement is Jason Murphy, manager of the Killarney branch, who was recently named among the Top 12 Baristas in Ireland — recognition of his skill, dedication and passion for the craft.
Jason’s leadership, together with the strength of the wider Boardwalk Coffee team, has played a major role in securing the prestigious European ranking.
Located in the heart of Killarney, one of Ireland’s leading tourist destinations, Boardwalk Coffee has quickly built a strong reputation for premium coffee, excellent service and a warm welcome for both locals and visitors alike.
Speaking after the announcement in Brussels, Boardwalk Coffee founder Ger Flanagan praised the Killarney team for their commitment and professionalism.
He paid special tribute to Jason Murphy and Vadym Zvarch, Head Roaster at Boardwalk Coffee, for helping build the brand’s growing reputation for quality.
The achievement has also been warmly welcomed by civic leaders, with Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley, describing it as a major Irish success story and congratulating the entire team.
To be ranked 48th in Europe, and to be the only Munster coffee shop to achieve the honour, is a major milestone not only for Boardwalk Coffee, but for Killarney, Kerry and Irish hospitality.
It is another strong example of how Irish independent coffee culture continues to gain recognition on the world stage.
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