Eat in thomastown, Kilkenny

Lady Helen at Mount Juliet ★ 4.8

Lady Helen has held one Michelin star since 2013, chef John Kelly cooking modern Irish tasting menus at Mount Juliet Estate, 18km south of Kilkenny.

Signature: Modern Irish tasting menu

Order: Seasonal tasting menu drawing on the estate's produce and local Co. Kilkenny suppliers.

Tip: Overnight stays on the estate complete the experience; the house grounds and river walks are reward enough the next morning.

Lady Helen at Mount Juliet 1 ★ ★ 4.8

Lady Helen at Mount Juliet Estate has held one Michelin star since 2013, chef John Kelly serving modern Irish tasting menus 18km south of Kilkenny.

Order: Seasonal tasting menu built entirely on Irish produce from the estate and local suppliers.

Tip: Staying on the estate makes the dinner experience complete; room rates include access to the grounds and morning walks by the river.