I've heard from many people that clothes and food in Ireland are much more expensive than the US which made me really nervous. I also heard from people that the food tastes different here. I was also worried about finding baby food for Connor. I've been shopping for groceries at the local Tesco and Spar markets and the prices are pretty comparable to US prices if you're willing to buy Irish brands. I'm not snobby about things like that and why wouldn't I buy Irish brands since wouldnt't it be fresher? I also found jarred and premade baby food for Connor (not Gerber brand) but organic and for the same prices I was paying in the US at Target. I also saw Uncle Ben's and El Paso Taco brand. I walked through Grafton Street today and they have about the same stores we have in the US - no Ann Taylor though and the prices don't seem that high. Granted I think designer brands are more expensive than the US but I wasn't buying Gucci or Chanel on a frequent occurrence (or any occurrence really).
We bought a premade bacon and gruyere quiche and it was delicious! The food I've had at the restaurants have tasted the same as I remember in the US. Michael and I have been walking everywhere (my legs hurt everyday - but will get stronger) and I have seen Thai restaurants, burrito restaurants, Japanese restaurants, French restaurants, and Indian restaurants. I don't think I will really want for any food here.
Michael and I have already settled on a place to rent. It is a two bedroom on top of a Storefront with lots of character. It is right in the center of the city next to Merrion Square and St. Stephens Green. Only 10 minutes from where I work and where Michael works. Couldn't have found a better location. We are very excited. We also toured Connor's crèche and they have an on site chef. We received a copy of the monthly menu and I think Connor will eat better than me!
I will leave you with some pictures from St. Stephens Green:
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