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Morning Glory Café wins Connock Twitter Best Newcomer Award for 2023

Morning Glory Café in Carrick-on-Shannon was nominated and won the Connock Twitter Best Newcomer Award in 2023. The owner was surprised to win, attending the awards ceremony in Westport. The public nomination came as validation that the café concept was resonating with the community.

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Award ceremony held in Westport. Owner also nominated for Best Café in subsequent year.

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Irish Emigrant Returns to Open Successful Café in Carrigallen

A proud Irishman who worked in Australian cafés returned home to Carrigallen and opened Morning Glory Café, inspired by the vibrant café culture he experienced abroad. Despite initial skepticism from locals, the café has thrived over two and a half years and won a Connacht Tourism Award for Best Newcomer in 2023, becoming a community hub for locals and visitors from surrounding counties.

Owner (name not provided), Jard Alexander

Morning Glory Café opened April 2023; won Best Newcomer award in 2023; nominated again in 2024 for Best Café. Located in Carrigallen.

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Australian-trained barista opens thriving cafe in Carrick-on-Shannon

An Irish emigrant who worked in Australian cafes has successfully opened Morning Glory Cafe in Carrick-on-Shannon, defying initial skepticism from locals. The cafe, which opened approximately two and a half years ago, has become a community hub and won the Best New Comer award. The owner credits Australian coffee culture and support from the local community, including GAA teams and schools, for the business success.

Owner (name not provided in transcript), Jared Alexander

Morning Glory Cafe, Carrick-on-Shannon. Cafe opened approximately April 2023. Winner of Best New Comer award (year before last mentioned in interview). Open early morning (from approximately 5:30-6:00 AM). Serves coffee, acai bowls, and other cafe fare.