Food Producers

Ballinrostig Cheese handmade in East Cork

When Jeffa Gill began making cheese on her farm in 1979, it was part of her pioneering spirit and drive to provide for her family from her own small-holding in West Cork. Jeffa also wanted to capture something of the goodness of this ancient farming land in her unique, hand-crafted cheeses. Today, almost four decades later, Durrus cheeses are still made by hand, using traditional techniques on their own farm.

Bia Ganbreise is a dedicated Gluten Free Bakery based in West Cork. Our brands include 'Gookies' and 'Utterly Nutty Florentine'.

The historic fishing town of Kinsale, about a half-hour’s drive from Cork City, is one of Ireland’s gastronomic jewels. It’s long been famous for its high-quality producers and restaurants, and this walking tour takes in all the highlights, as well as plenty of local colour. And there is also a three-hour foraging tour in the fields and on the shores around the town.

Johnny Fall Down is a family business founded on an estate with an orchard dating back to 1830. We seek to use the uniqueness of Ireland's soil and climate to grow select Rare Apple varieties, and to use accomplished Artisanal techniques to turn that unique combination of fruit into Award winning Ciders, Wines and Aperitifs.

Run by three Sisters - Therese (the cook), Audrey (the talker), and Norma (the bean counter), The Natural Larder Company is a family business located in Cork. We produce a hand made range of delicious Dips and Crumbs to help the home chef produce 'Marvelous Meals in Minutes'!

Food & Drink Tour (craft beer and local whiskeys & food)

A modern bar in a historical setting.

A fine kitchen café in the little village of Ballydehob on the Wild Atlantic Way - Budds is a much-loved spot for late, lazy breakfasts, especially with the summer crowds who flock to this beautiful, wild coastal region of Cork. Well worth a visit if you are driving through.

Once only opened during the busy season has just been given a new lease of life. Reopened since last year by Lenka Forrest, the Blarney café is filled with a smorgasbord of scrumptious home-baked goodies, and proud users of high-end Badger & Dodo coffee roaster.