Tee, Taste & Travel With Sarah

Hi, I’m Sarah — a golf lover, wine enthusiast, and travel addict who believes life’s best moments happen somewhere between the tee box and the tasting room. TEE, TASTE & TRAVEL is my space to share the beautiful courses I play, the incredible wines I discover, and the unforgettable places (and people) I meet along the way. So grab your favorite glass, pack your sense of adventure, and come swing, sip, and sparkle with me around the world.

about

Hi there! I’m Sarah, born and raised in Cork, Ireland, and completely in love with travel, golf, and good food — especially when they all come together in one trip! I started this blog to share the places I’ve been lucky enough to explore, the golf courses that stole my heart (and sometimes my patience!), and the amazing meals and moments along the way. My hope is that reading about my adventures might inspire you to plan a few of your own — maybe even visit some of the same fairways, fun spots, or foodie gems I’ve discovered. Thanks so much for following along — I’d love to hear from you in the comments or connect with you on your own travels. Here’s to new adventures, great friends, and plenty of laughs along the way!

“Sun, Sea & Michelin Stars: Dining at Dede with the Finns”

July 13, 2025

Baltimore, Ireland: Boats, Bubbles & a Blowout at Dede

Date: Sunday, July 6th

Weather: Blue skies & 26°C – practically tropical

Tagline: A seaside escape with boat races, prosecco, and the most unforgettable Michelin-starred meal of our year

🚗 The Road to Baltimore

We were scooped up in style by our trusty friends John and Julie Finn—chauffeur service with added wit. Julie, ever the icon, was already one deep before we left. Hydration is key, after all.

The journey from West Cork was like a drive through an Irish fairytale: rolling hills, smug cows, and more shades of green than a Pantone catalogue. Ireland was truly showing off.

⚓ Boats, Pints, and Perfect Timing

We arrived in Baltimore, a colourful coastal village perched at the edge of Ireland, just in time for a lively boat race in the harbour square.

Surrounding the action? Four perfectly placed Irish pubs, each looking like it had a story (or a few spilled pints) to tell.

Naturally, we grabbed a prime outdoor table for front-row views—of both the boats and Julie’s ongoing bubbly top-ups. The woman is rarely spotted without a flute in hand.

🍽️ The Main Event: Dede Restaurant at the Customs House

Now, let’s talk about Dede.

This place isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an edible love story between West Cork’s finest produce and the rich culinary heritage of Chef Ahmet Dede’s Turkish roots.

Set in a gorgeous Georgian building with harbour views, Dede at the Customs House is refined without being stuffy, creative without being fussy, and full of flavour without ever being predictable.

We were lucky enough to have a reservation (a rare unicorn)—and what followed was nothing short of a gourmet extravaganza.

🥂 The Meal That Changed Us