Golden Bay, renowned for its sandy enchantment, is also the location for another of my preferred cafes, Mokka Lobby Bar. To be precise, it forms part of the Golden Sands resort, which sits splendidly on the cliff top overlooking some spectacular coastline.

As befits a 5-star hotel, the chairs are plush, the tables are of dark wood and the carpeting runs from wall to wall. Definitely very comfortable surroundings but more suitable for a winter's day while catching glimpses of lightning in a stormy sky through the curtained windows.

The cake selection is somewhat restricted but Mokka Lobby Bar scores a winner with its apple crumble. The texture, the flavour, the consistency; these three elements combine to form the word 'divine'. Really, I have yet to find a rival to this apple-inspired heaven.

Tea and cake are pricey at €8.50 but highly recommended for that occasional winter treat.