Sip an Irish coffee in Limerick where it was first created, a brew consisting of hot coffee, a measure of Irish whiskey and a topping of cream. This specialty was first made by chef Joe Sheridan in the 1940’s in Limerick. Then take a short walk to King John’s Castle, located at the heart of medieval Limerick City. The castle is one of the best-preserved Norman castles across Europe, dating back to 1200. Limerick is a city is full of little hidden delights waiting to be revealed.