The owner and operator of a popular Dungarvan restaurant has decided to lease her business premises.

Iasc Seafood Bistro is located on Mary Street in the town and has garnered a reputation for quality food.

Speaking to WLR News this week, Caitlín Uí Aodha said she’s excited to see what the future holds for the restaurant.

“I have found someone local who is leasing it – that’s excellent. I’m so excited about that, that’s all I want – for somebody to look after the place and enjoy the place.”

Caitlín says she has never been afraid to embrace change and has already experienced significant changes given her involvement in the local fishing industry over the years.

“When I sold my boat two years ago, it was very, very difficult leaving that way of life behind me. This is something I would eventually do anyway but maybe it’s happening a little bit sooner.”

Iasc began as a takeaway on O’Connell Street before expanding  – and Caitlín reflected on her time doing business in Dungarvan.

“During Covid I could see the demand for fish. People were eating more and more and our knowledge and interest of fish was improving,” she said.

“I loved coming in and meeting people and chatting. Dungarvan is a tourist town so you meet a lot of people.”

She thanked all who have supported her and says she will certainly not be idle in the next phase of her life.

“I’m looking forward to where I go and what I do. I have a few things on my mind,” she said.

You can hear more from Caitlín on air this week as she speaks during Seachtain na Gaeilge on issues impacting Gaeltacht areas 

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