McKenna's Guides

The McKennas' Guides,^[1] formerly known for sponsorship reasons as the Bridgestone Guides, are independent guides to Irish food and hospitality sponsored by Bridgestone.^[2] Written and edited by John McKenna and his wife Sally since 1989,^[3][4][5] the guides have won André Simon, Glenfiddich and Slow Food awards.^[6] Prints include the Bridgestone Irish Food Guide,^[5] The Bridgestone 100 Best Restaurants in Ireland 2011^[7] and The Bridgestone 100 Best Places to Stay in Ireland 2010.^[6] The lists of places to eat have been published by the Sunday Times.^[8][9] Restaurants named in these lists display plaques noting this achievement.^[10]

John & Sally McKenna

John McKenna and Sally McKenna have compiled the guide books since 1989. In the 1990's they presented a food show for RTÉ, "McKenna's Ireland".^[11][12] They have 3 children.^[13] They live near Durrus, in West Cork.^[13]