Aldridge Lodge

Duncannon, New Ross, Co Wexford.

Hidden within this charming country guesthouse, overlooking the picturesque fishing village of Duncannon, Euro-toques Chef Billy Whitty and his partner Joanne Harding run this amazing contemporay gem of a restaurant. The imaginative use of excellent, honest, organic, home grown ingredients in their restaurant combined with the charming ambience of the relaxing bedrooms makes you wish you did not have to leave!

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Aqua Restaurant

1 West Pier, Howth, Co Dublin.

Charlie Smith and Richard Clery's Aqua restaurant located in the picturesque North Dublin fishing village of Howth, has the most spectacular views overlooking Howth Sound it’s neighbouring islands. Aqua is the perfect destination for visitors and locals alike to enjoy delicious simple cooking with an emphasis on fish and seafood, as fresh as it could possibly be.

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Ard Bia and Nimmos

Spanish Arch, Galway City.

Aoibheann McNamara’s Ard Bia and Nimmo’s Restaurant, located at the Spanish Arch at the historical heart of the vibrant city of Galway, overlooking the Claddagh Basin, on the River Corrib is real a little gem. Offering a myriad of rustic Irish, New Zealand and Middle Eastern cuisine, with dishes to delight every palate, from seasonal meats to fresh fish complimented by the local artisan produce you’ve come to love with all our Good Food Ireland members.

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Arlington Lodge Country House Hotel

John’s Hill, Waterford.

Maurice Keller is Arlington Lodge, his presence and his greeting transcends this elegant country house with its antique furniture and Georgian architecture into a home. Individually decorated bedrooms are furnished with antiques, all feature king-or queen-sized beds, and some have four-posters and fireplaces. Great emphasis is placed on fresh, local produce in the stylish Robert Paul restaurant and the beguiling atmosphere of this luxurious country house exudes tranquility and charm.

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Ashford Castle

Cong, Co Mayo.

Staying at Ashford Castle is not a hotel experience; one has a sense of visiting an estate. With over 350 acres of personal tranquillity to explore, you will find plenty to entertain you with Ireland’s School of Falconry, Fishing on Lough Corrib, 9-hole Golf Course, Tennis, Lake Cruising, Clay Shooting, an Equestrian Centre, Health & Beauty Rooms and the most beautiful gardens. And combine all of this with a superb selection of dining experiences to choose from all embracing and utilising the fruits of the land and the nearby Atlantic Ocean.

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Ballycross Apple Farm

Bridgetown, Co Wexford.

Ballycross Apple Farm is a family business; the von Engelbrechten’s have a long tradition of growing the finest quality apples. True artisan juices, there is no added sugar, water or preservatives, just great juices. Their juices can be purchased in Farmshops all over Ireland and are available in many of our restaurants and cafés, and are also available to taste and buy in the Farm Shop and Café here, in season.

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Ballyknocken House and Cookery School

Glenealy, Ashford, Co Wicklow

Set in private tranquil gardens in the heart of the glorious Wicklow countryside you will feel the stresses and strains of your other life melt away as soon as you arrive at Catherine Fulvio’s romantic Victorian country house. Catherine's real passion is for local produce and this is reflected in the stunning breakfasts and dinners served and in the state of the art Cookery School, which is perfectly located in a renovated Milking Parlour. With seven beautifully decorated period bedrooms with Victorian baths and brass beds and a warm welcome awaiting you what better place to re-discover the joys of cooking than at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School.

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Ballymaloe Cookery School

Shanagarry, Midleton, Co Cork.

Ballymaloe Cookery School needs no introduction, the ethos here is simple – to pioneer the style of cookery introduced by Myrtle Allen at Ballymaloe House. Now run by Myrtle’s daughter-in-law, Darina Allen, another great champion of Irish produce. Darina’s infectious enthusiasm and use of simple techniques, great ingredients that are home produced where possible, and using the same philosophy made famous by the first lady of Irish food, all those years ago, have created a world-wide name for quality and integrity.

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Ballymaloe House

Shanagarry, Co Cork.

Welcome to the home of real Irish food, this renowned Irish Country House Hotel and Restaurant owned and run by the Allen family for over 40 years, is at the heart of what is great about Irish food. Nestled in a 400-acre estate in rural East Cork, Ballymaloe offers a warm family welcome, luxurious accommodation and award-winning cuisine, which celebrates the best of local, seasonal produce.

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Ballyvolane House

Castlelyons, Fermoy, Co Cork.

If you are seeking the very best country house cuisine, the sporting catch of a Blackwater Salmon, a chest of buried treasure or simply the warmth of open log fires in the comfort and luxury of Irish country living then look no further than Justin & Jenny Green’s family run Irish country home, the exceptional Ballyvolane House.

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