Ireland 2016

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

I know a grand little Irish breakfast cafe out in the Sunset...Greg can vouch or condemn it, as he has been there with me.

[Drunk Monk]

Do tell.

We just hit Rosie McCann's, an Irish pub downtown. It was like a movie set version of an Irish pub, some external trappings but lacking genuine substance. I've gone there before, of course. I did NOT get my usual Guinness there because I know the pull would be unsatisfactory.

[thatguy]

Do tell.

We just hit Rosie McCann's, an Irish pub downtown. It was like a movie set version of an Irish pub, some external trappings but lacking genuine substance. I've gone there before, of course. I did NOT get my usual Guinness there because I know the pull would be unsatisfactory.

You've been to the Poet & the Patriot, right? It's more low-key than Rosie McCann's. Darts in the back. Lots of college kids. Music pretty frequently.

--tg

[Drunk Monk]

You've been to the Poet & the Patriot, right? It's more low-key than Rosie McCann's. Darts in the back. Lots of college kids. Music pretty frequently.

--tg

Yes indeed. And I like that place, but it's no where near the home-cooked vibe of a real Irish pub. It's more like a typical U.S. bar with a lot of irishy decor.

[Greg]

You won't get the irish vibe from the Yeti's place, but the the waitresses do have a lovely lilt in their accents.

There's only one real solution

Ireland 2018

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Also brown bread. Speaking of brown bread, they had that at Fiddler's Green in Millbrae.

[Drunk Monk]

Thanks.  I'll be sure to hit that up when I need a brown bread fix.

On a positive note, Choice Organic Irish Breakfast Tea, which is one of my go-to morning tea brands, is a good version of Irish Tea.  At least, I have tea.

On the mend now.  Just coughing a little and back on CA time.  Well, still a little on the early side, but I use that to my advantage to get on the road early for the commute.

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Good. Glad you are nearing 100%. Rest of fambly healthy now?

[Drunk Monk]

I just took my last antibiotic pill. Both Stacy and I have lingering yet diminishing coughs. Tara is all better. I should've gone to Kung Fu tonight but it's cold and wet and I'm feckin lazy.

Still ruminating over Ireland. I gained 5 lbs in the two weeks. And I regret not drinking more but I was too sick during the last few days. I could've easily spent more time in the pubs - so delightful those are. The drink, food and music - plus the regulars - if only there was something like that here in stumbling distance...

[Drunk Monk]

Well, I posted pretty much all the Ireland pix I will post on sitonmyfacebook. Been ruminating on how to sum it all up but I just don't want it to end. 

Ireland is a truly magical place and I was moved on a far deeper level than I anticipated, especially for such a short trip. I'd go back in a heartbeat, but there are other international boxes on the ol' bucket list and both time and money are running out.

I'm at a loss for Guinness. It's been my brand for decades but now when I drink it, I only taste its U.S. shortcomings. Been seeking a new standard brew - leaning towards Stella Artois because that's what Ray Park & I drank and heck, if it's good enough for Darth Maul...

And now I'm on the hunt for Irish whiskeys - forsaking the prevalent Scottish stuff. So you know that Ireland rocked DM's world when it has caused a major shift in his two primary libations.

But Greg, when you go back, know that you'll find a bit o me heart floating in the head on a pint of Guinness, freshly pulled from a James Joyce certified pub.

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Not that I wish to encourage you in the softening of your whisky palate, but I've just been reminded of an Irish bar that has a serious Irish whisky collection...

[Drunk Monk]

Do tell...

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Nice part of The Mission as well. The Liberties on Guererro St/22nd. They have a respectable Scotch selection so I'm sure I could find time to escort you there...

[Greg]

It's a trap.

[Dr. Ivor Yeti]

Only one way to find out.