Information Density: MacNean House & Restaurant – Neven Maguire – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

MacNean House & Restaurant – Neven Maguire

(https://www.nevenmaguire.com) 📸 Data Snapshot: May 19, 2026
Information Density — The Lens

Classify each sentence as substantive or hollow. Grounding markers — numbers, currencies, dates, technical units, named entities — outweigh marketing adjectives. When fluff sits right next to hard evidence, the fluff is forgiven.

Info Density Power-words vs. Substance ratio.
26 Impact Weight: 30 / 100
87% Reputation

The information density is exceptionally high. Instead of relying on power words like innovative, the site uses specific nouns and named entities, particularly on the Prestige Menu page which lists specific dishes like Sweetcorn Veloute and Thornhill Duck Plate. The body substance ratio is bolstered by a comprehensive list of named suppliers including Kevin McGovern Meats and Sally Barnes Woodcock Smokery, providing forensic proof of quality claims.

Information Density is read straight from the body copy: how much of the text carries grounded, checkable substance versus hollow filler. Below is the clean text the engine analyzed, then the industry’s known generic-claim patterns to weigh it against.

📝 The Narrative — clean text per page (the substance-vs-filler signal)
HOMEPAGE (https://www.nevenmaguire.com) MacNean House & Restaurant – Neven Maguire
[H2] Welcome to
MacNean House & Restaurant

Contact Us

Last Minute Availability

[H2] Important notice - 25th November 2025

We have been made aware that some of our upcoming guests received a Whatsapp message requesting guest verification.
We kindly ask all guests to remain vigilant when receiving any emails or Whatsapp messages requesting payment or guest verification.
Do not click on any links and please disregard such communications.
Please note: We never accept online payments for bookings.
All bookings are still in place. All payments for restaurant and accommodation bookings are taken at the restaurant, in person, by our front of house staff.
Also, all verifications/confirmations of bookings are carried over over the phone by our reservation team. Please note that they will never ask for any additional information and only look to confirm you are still attending the restaurant on your booking date.
Again, we only accept payments in person at the time of your visit to our restaurant.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will provide further updates in due course.
If you are unsure or have any concerns, please contact our office directly at 071-9853022.

[H2] Neven's English Food Tour

Award winning chef Neven Maguire starts the new year with a new seven-part series: Neven’s English Food Tour, on RTÉ One, which concentrates on the North East of England, including Newcastle, Northumberland and County Durham.

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[H2] MacNean House & Restaurant

Since Neven and Amelda took over the family business in 2001, MacNean House & Restaurant has been consistently winning awards for its food, service, wine offer and overall dining experience.

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[H2] Restaurant

Experience the best food and hospitality Ireland has to offer at Neven Maguire’s award-winning MacNean House & Restaurant. Blacklion is nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Cuilcagh Mountains, Co. Cavan, near to the MacNean Lakes that give the restaurant its name…

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[H2] Neven Maguire Cookery School

Neven has always enjoyed teaching and the Neven Maguire Cookery School is the fulfillment of a long-time ambition. The purpose-built cookery school is located beside MacNean House & Restaurant and features a range of exciting cookery classes which Neven teaches to all skill levels.

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[H2] Gift Vouchers

The perfect gift for friends and family, this card can be used in both MacNean House & Restaurant and the Neven Maguire Cookery School. You simply choose the value of your gift card and your preferred postal address and our beautifully packaged gift card will be with your chosen recipient shortly.

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[H2] MacNean House is hiring Chefs

[H3] To join our kitchen team for full time positions
MacNean House & Restaurant is hiring chefs for full time positions to join Neven Maguire and his kitchen team in Blacklion.
Full Time Position, Working week Tuesday – Saturday, Christmas & New Years Off
To apply please forward us a copy of your up to date CV to careers@macneanrestaurant.com

[H2] Latest Recipes

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11
Dec
Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes
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Cinnamon & Mincemeat Swirls
Makes 12

[IMG: Aromatic Slow Roasted Shoulder of Lamb and Jeweled Bulgar Wheat]

11
Dec
Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes
[H3]
Aromatic Slow Roasted Shoulder of Lamb and Jeweled Bulgar Wheat
Serves 6-8

[IMG: Saffron Orzo with Mussels Nduja]

11
Dec
Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes
[H3]
Saffron Orzo with Mussels Nduja
Serves 4

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SUB-PAGE (https://nevenmaguire.com/prestige-menu/) Prestige Menu – Neven Maguire – MacNean House & Restaurant
[H2] Neven Maguire’s Tasting Menu

Sample Menu€125 per person€190 per person including Wine SelectionPrices subject to change.

[H4] Sweetcorn  Veloute

[H4] Quail
Glazed Breast & Hazelnut Lentil Vinaigrette

OR

[H4] Crispy Goats Cheese
Roasted Beetroot & Toasted Hazelnuts

[H4] Hake
Red Pepper Orzo & Thai Velouté

OR

[H4] Glazed Pork
Bulgar Wheat, Apple & Bacon Foam

[H4] Passionfruit & Ginger Beer Sorbet

[H4] Turbot
Lemon and Lobster Fregola & Lobster Bisque

OR

[H4] Thornhill Duck Plate
Carrots & Confit Leg Spring Roll

[H4] Pre Dessert

Pineapple TianPassionfruit & Coconut Parfait, Lime Panna Cotta

OR

[H4] Chocolate Cremeux
Salted Caramel Tart & Ice Cream, Coffee Foam

OR

[H4] Selection of Artisan Cheeses
Bookers Vintage, Cooleeney, St. Tola & Cashel Blue

[H4] Tea or Coffee & Petit Fours

[H3] Our Valued Suppliers

[H4] Meat
Kevin McGovern Meats, Belleek
O’ Neills, Wexford
John Stone, Longford

[H4] Seafood
Sally Barnes Woodcock Smokery, West Cork
Albatross Seafoods, Killybegs
Mullaghmore Lobsters, Sligo

[H4] Poultry & Game
Thornhill Duck, Blacklion

[H4] Vegetables & Salads
Kevin Ashley, MacNean Garden
Pat Clarke, Stamullen, Meath
Prior Brothers, Swanlinbar

[H4] Coffee
Two Fifty Square, Dublin

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SUB-PAGE · THIN (https://nevenmaguire.com/contact-us/) Contact Us – Neven Maguire – MacNean House & Restaurant
[H2] MacNean House & Restaurant
Blacklion,
Co. Cavan,
F91 YK0F

[H2] Restaurant Opening Hours
Tuesday to Saturday Dinner
6.00pm or 6:30pm

[H2] Reservation Line Opening Hours
Monday 10.30am – 5pm
Tuesday - Friday
10.30am – 6pm

[H2] Contact Us
Phone Number: 071 9853022Email: info@macneanrestaurant.com
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SUB-PAGE · THIN (https://nevenmaguire.com/availability/) Last Minute Availability – Neven Maguire – MacNean House & Restaurant
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[H3] We post all our cancellations here.
It is well worth checking frequently as we update it on a regular basis.

[H4] The current dates are available for cancellations:

[H3]
[H3] Dinner with Bed and Breakfast
Tuesday 26th May (Booking for 4-5 guests in Townhouse)

[H4] Dinner Only
No cancellations available at present

[H3] Cookery School
No cancellations available at present

To enquire about any date advertised here, please contact our reservations team at: 071 9853022
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SUB-PAGE (https://nevenmaguire.com/product/macnean-restaurant-gift-card/) MacNean Restaurant Gift Card – Neven Maguire – MacNean House & Restaurant
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[H1] MacNean Restaurant Gift Card
€50.00 – €1,000.00

Category: Gift Cards

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[H2] Description

For that special gift why not treat yourself or your loved one to a MacNean Restaurant Gift Card. It can be used as payment against any meals or accommodation at MacNean Restaurant, the purchase of personally autographed books by Neven and as payment against any cookery course in the Neven Maguire Cookery School.
All Gift Cards are valid for a period of 5 years and cannot be honoured beyond this 5 year period.
It should be noted that there is currently a high demand for bookings, particularly for those that include both dinner with accommodation. The restaurant and guesthouse are open from Tuesday through to Saturday, with Friday and Saturday evenings in particular booking far in advance.
All Gift Cards are sent by post as we unfortunately do not offer an E-Voucher service. Gift vouchers can be posted to addresses within the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland. If you wish to have a gift voucher posted internationally, please contact our office directly on 071 9853022, as extra postal charges will apply.
Please note: we only include personalised messages if the Gift Card is not being posted directly to the billing address. All messages are handwritten inside the Gift Voucher sleeve.
Refund & Returns Policy

[H2] Additional

Amount
50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000
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SUB-PAGE (https://nevenmaguire.com/2025/12/11/) 11 December 2025 – Neven Maguire – MacNean House & Restaurant
[IMG: Cinnamon & Mincemeat Swirls]

11 December 2025 in Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes

[H3]
Cinnamon & Mincemeat Swirls
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Makes 12
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[IMG: Aromatic Slow Roasted Shoulder of Lamb and Jeweled Bulgar Wheat]

11 December 2025 in Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes

[H3]
Aromatic Slow Roasted Shoulder of Lamb and Jeweled Bulgar Wheat
kevin 0 Like Post
Comments Off on Aromatic Slow Roasted Shoulder of Lamb and Jeweled Bulgar Wheat
Serves 6-8
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[IMG: Saffron Orzo with Mussels Nduja]

11 December 2025 in Neven's Christmas in Limerick, Recipes

[H3]
Saffron Orzo with Mussels Nduja
kevin 0 Like Post
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Serves 4
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🧭 Industry Context — common generic-claim patterns in Food, Restaurants & Delivery to weigh the text against
Generic Claims: the best food in town, authentic flavors, made with love, quality ingredients, unforgettable dining, a culinary journey…
Red Flags: no food hygiene rating displayed, stock food photography, locally sourced claims without naming any supplier, award claims without verifiable source, menu without prices, no allergen information available…
Semantic Drift Patterns: homepage claims fine dining but menu prices are casual, claims locally sourced but no suppliers named, homepage shows plated dishes but delivery menu is different items, claims authentic cuisine but menu is fusion with no cultural specificity…
Proof Expectations: food hygiene rating displayed, named ingredient suppliers and sources, chef background and culinary credentials, real food photography not stock images, current menu with accurate pricing, allergen and dietary information…
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