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A. Caviston

No.1 Westview, Church Road, Greystones, Wicklow.

By now a stalwart of local community life, Amy Caviston and Shane Willis bring their inimitable passion for food, provenance and service to their stylish little shop, deli and cafe and the result is this wonderful emporium of all things artisan, local and delicious........

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Aillwee Cave Homemade Fudge and Farmhouse Cheesemakers

Ballyvaughan, Co Clare

Come into the cosy surrounding of the Farmshop and sample their award winning Burren Gold cheese, which is produced on site using the finest milk from cows grazing on the lush grasses and herbs of the Burren and separate Tea Rooms serving light refreshments. The Gift Shop includes a wide selection of gemstones, fossils, clothing, pottery and gifts. Cave tours, birds of prey centre and woodland walks here too. Situated in the heart of the Burren in County Clare lies one of the oldest caves in Ireland. Perched high on its Burren terraced mountain side with what has to be one of the most spectacular views of Galway Bay.

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Aldridge Lodge Restaurant and Guesthouse

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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Alternative Bread Company

Unit 22 The English Market, Grande Parade, Cork.

It’s hard to believe that the Alternative Bread Company stall in the English market has been established for eleven years. Packed as it is with modern day breads to beat the band, it could almost be one of the newest additions to the array of epicurean delights this cult food market now offers Cork city shoppers. But no… this place is part of the culinary furniture of the market, and no wonder as Sheila Fitzpatrick has been in the food business for thirty years.

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Ard Bia at Nimmos

Spanish Arch, Galway City.

Aoibheann McNamara’s Ard Bia at 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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Baking Academy of Ireland

Lucan Road Old, Palmerstown Village, Dublin 20

The skill of bread making and hand-crafted baking and cake decoration were in danger of being lost and replaced by machinery. Derek O’Brien’s wonderful Baking Academy in Dublin’s Palmerstown is at the heart of the drive to revive such skills and preserve the art. The academy is a glorious hub of learning and passion.

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Ballinahown Tea Rooms

Ballinahown Village, Athlone, Co Westmeath

Quirky daytime tea rooms above a local art and craft shop in Ballinahown Village. Small but well put together menu of morning coffee and afternoon tea snacks plus light lunch choices.

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Ballygally Castle

Coast Road, Ballygally, Co Antrim, BT40 2QZ.

Historic 17th century castle turned modern and comfortable hotel. Ballygally is perfectly situated for exploring the beautiful Antrim coast and Giant’s Causeway. Peace, quiet and wonderful sea side scenery from this hotel. Comfortable rooms, generous, banqueting and conference facilities, alongside bistro style restaurant. Superb spot for Afternoon Tea. Tour groups welcomed to see the hotel’s famous ‘Ghost Room’.

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Ballymaloe Country House & Restaurant

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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Ballymaloe Shop and Café

Ballymaloe, Shannagarry, Midleton, Co Cork.

Twenty five years ago, Wendy Whelan started the shop at Ballymaloe House, as an exciting addition to the existing business her mother Myrtle had created. Now the place is an institution, echoing the house’s tradition of great Irish hospitality. You’ll always find a gadget or two here that won’t be seen anywhere else, Wendy searches out the unusual for an army of food lovers that come through the doors here every year. So if you’re serious about cooking get yourself down here now!

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