“Huge congratulations on such a fantastic event – it was so well organised, everything ran extremely smoothly, the speakers were great, the venue was gorgeous, and the food was just perfection. I did two laps of the breakfast showcase, it was so delicious! So well done all of you, you have set standards very high indeed!” Ciara Jackson, Head of Food & Beverage, Grant Thornton.
“A fantastic day at the Good Food Ireland Conference and Award ceremony – huge congratulations to you all - a brilliant coup to get Taoiseach Enda Kenny and to hear his unqualified support for the work of Good Food Ireland and for your stoic efforts” Darina Allen, Ballymaloe Cookery School
“It was truly a wonderful evening and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I met some great people and couldn't get over the positivity and camaraderie in the room.” Anne Hartnett, Fuse Graphic Design Ltd.
“The Awards dinner was outstanding and I congratulate you and the team on a fantastic evening. Food was centre stage from start to finish and profiling such deserving winners in the Irish scene wonderful to witness The meal itself reflected a huge amount of time and attention."Marina Donohoe
Manager, Business & Consumer Services, Internationally Traded Services Division
“As always the evening was hugely enjoyable, the organisation continues to thrive and is testament to your huge commitment and effort in running it to such a high standard. We are very proud to be associated with the Good Food Ireland brand” Ross Lewis, Chapter One.
“The awards dinner was very enjoyable and I loved the starter idea with each person getting a chance to taste something different from the GFI members” Geraldine Egan, Trade Liaison Officer - Co-operative Marketing, Tourism Ireland.
“Amy, well done to you, and to Vicky and to Sue and all those who pulled off a remarkable event yesterday. Thank you for asking me to participate. I met so many wonderful people!” Dr. Howard Hastings, Ll.B.,M.Sc., ACA, Managing Director,Hastings Hotels,
“We thoroughly enjoyed the day and evening at the Shelbourne and really feel it benefitted us as a company. It is an honour to be associated with such a well-respected and progressive company such as yours and we congratulate you wholeheartedly on an excellent event.” Paul Keane and Linda Eustace, Bluebell Falls.
"The day was made extra special with Source Sligo coming home with so many awards! It is a pleasure to be associated with Good Food Ireland and we look forward in building a strong working relationship" Source Sligo.
“Well done and congrats to you, Redmond and your team, Margaret, for a very well-run conference and awards gig. There was a great attendance and buzz. It’s great to have the support of the Taoiseach and Minister Varadkar.” Paul Bates, Assistant Secretary, Department of Arts, Sport & Tourism.
“Thanks again for a great event last night. Great job by you and your team” David McCoy, Commercial Director, House of Waterford Crystal.
“I just want to say congratulations on a fantastic event, really good” Nigel Tynan , Editor, Licensing World.
“The night was outstanding in terms of professionalism and atmosphere; you will have definitely convinced your members of the value of their membership. Best of luck in the future and I felt proud to be part of Good Foods Ireland” Fleur Creed, Genesis Business College.
“Arrived home today with the award under my arm to a great reception in the dairy. Thanks again for a great day and memorable night.” Alan Kingston, Glenilen Farm.
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