ID this Anglo-Irish writer and TV presenter

Cafe Society
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A few years ago I read a very funny book by a guy who was half-Brit half-Mick. Here’s what I remember about him:

a) The book was an account of his travels through Ireland. On the trip he visited a lot of pubs and also Chinese restaurants where he’d always order Singapore noodles.

b) During the trip he participated in a pilgrimage to a shrine.

c) He was raised and educated in the UK but spent his summers on a farm in Eire owned by his mother’s brother.

d) The book jacket mentioned that he had presented TV shows in the UK.

e) The book was published maybe 15 - 20 years ago.

Does this ring a bell with anyone? I’d like to read the book again and read any others he’s written.

Thanks!

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MCCARTHY’S BAR, by Pete McCarthy.

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My goodness, TOWP, that’s right! And in record time. Wow!

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Sorry, TOWP, I was so impressed with your speed and knowledge that I forgot my manners. Thank you! :slight_smile:

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Oh no … I just googled Pete McCarthy and he’s dead. :frowning: