Katie Kirwan

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Katie Kirwan is the Head of Brand & B2C at DesignMyNight. A recognised nightlife and hospitality expert, Katie brings over 12 years of experience to the table, having visited over 500 of the UK's best restaurants, bars and cultural experiences.

Not only about Japanese food (she'll never skip agedashi tofu when it's on the menu), Katie is on the pulse of the best quality cocktails for £11 and less in London, and can always be found in quirky museums too. Need a table at The Devonshire? She can help with that.

Beyond DesignMyNight, Katie Kirwan's hospitality expertise is regularly featured in top publications, including The Times, Bar Magazine and Time Out.

  • Favourite cocktail bar
    Black Dove, Brighton
  • Favourite restaurant
    Bonsai Plant Kitchen
  • Special skill
    Finding the best taco restaurant nearby.

Recent articles...

Best Burgers In Dublin

Burgers are one of the most in-demand dishes in Dublin, and there’s no shortage of diners, food trucks and restaurants to get your fix. In this list, we want to...
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Best Salads In Manchester

Manchester is home to such a wonderfully vibrant food scene, offering everything from sourdough pizzas to indulgent Indian curries. There are just some days, however, when you really crave a...
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Best Asian Fusion Restaurants In Edinburgh

The concept of Asian cuisine gained popularity with globalisation, and as cultural exchange increased, allowing chefs and cooks to experiment with different cooking styles and ingredients. And Asian fusion restaurants...
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Best Sandwiches In Liverpool

What’s the next big thing since sliced bread? Sandwiches, of course, or as they say in Liverpool – butties. If you want to spice up your lunch, you should try...
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Best Sandwiches In Edinburgh

Perfect to satiate your lunch-time cravings – a well-curated sandwich, complete with tasty fillings – is bound to please almost everyone. From a variety of meaty offerings to veggie and...
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Pre Theatre Dining In Bristol

Whether you enjoy watching a musical at the Hippodrome, a gritty Shakespeare at the Old Vic, or a comedic one-woman show at The Wardrobe, Bristol has some amazing theatre on...
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Best Thai Restaurants In Dublin

Nothing quite beats an evening meal out, especially when it’s Thai food on the menu! From the classic pad Thais and peanut satays to money bags, fresh summer rolls, and...
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Best Irish Restaurants Belfast

Warm, hearty and filling, there is nothing better than sitting down to a traditional Irish meal after a day spent exploring the city. From Irish stew and boxty – a...
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