BEST CAKESHOP: Il Valentino | Cow's Lane, Temple Bar, D8

IL VALENTINO

WHERE: Cow's Lane, Temple Bar, Dublin 8, D08 F959 | a 2 minute walk from the apartment | WHAT: Bakery, cakeshop and cafe | TIMES: 8am-6pm, Monday to Sunday

Il Valentino has a few locations around the city, but the one on Cow's Lane is the closest and the best. Everything is freshly made and you'll find scones, pastries, sandwiches and a selection of cakes. Good coffee too.