John Calnan has concerns. Before Christmas, an Irish Examiner article revealed the Quay Co-Op restaurant was closing after over 40-plus years. Both headline and article were crystal clear that it was solely the restaurant — the flagship health food store and bookshop on Sullivan’s Quay, in Cork, and its sibling outlets in Ballincollig and Carrigaline, would remain, under the aegis of its co-operative of members. But such is the heartfelt attachment in Cork and further afield, fine detail was apparently obscured by emotional response, and the Co-Op was overwhelmed by calls and messages from distraught patrons and supporters. John is worried lest there be a repeat performance.

Source: Irish Examiner February 07, 2026 16:00 UTC