Cormac O’Moore

Cormac O’Moore, a historian and co-author of *The Sweetness of Lemons*, delves into the fascinating history of Lemon’s sweet shop. He traces its origins in the 1840s, highlighting Graham Lemon's royal recognition and the shop's vital role through significant events like the Irish revolution and both World Wars. Cormac recalls its cultural impact, with nods in Joyce's *Ulysses*, and discusses the family's dramatic inheritance disputes. He also covers the challenges of competition and the shop's modern survival under new ownership.