Experiences - Ireland's Ancient East
A taste of local culture….
5000 years of history and a food culture spanning centuries, this rich land is carpeted by lush landscapes and idyllic towns, framed by the River Shannon and the Irish Sea. Discover and Book food and drink experiences with locals, hear stories of how generations of families have handed down their farms and how traditional food production techniques and culinary skills have been retained to bring this ancient land to life.
Browse & Book Experiences in Ireland's Ancient East
Where To Eat & Drink in Ireland's Ancient East
A vibrant food shop and cafe packed to the rafters with exciting foods from near and far.
The River Lee is the perfect location for a foodie or family getaway in Cork and is located near The English Market.
Experience fine-dining with organic and wild Irish produce at Brooklodge and Macreddin Village, Co. Wicklow.
The town of Navan in Co. Meath has a South Asian gem in its midst.
The Brook Inn in Cork’s pretty suburb of Glanmire comes with three generations of family cheffing expertise behind it. The Murphy’s have owned the pub for seventeen years.
Ashtons Gastropub boasts a menu laden with Irish produce from carefully sourced steaks, to a wealth of Irish craft beers.
The Ashdown Park Hotel is the ideal location to base yourself when discovering the beauty of Ireland’s sunny south east.
Cafe Nutshell & Deli is proud to fly the flag for Irish produce – and more importantly – for local produce.
Top Foodie Places To Stay in Ireland's Ancient East
Ballyvolane House is a magical wedding destination and a haven for those seeking to escape to the Cork countryside.
The Ashdown Park Hotel is the ideal location to base yourself when discovering the beauty of Ireland’s sunny south east.
A beautiful Georgian country house full of personality, cosy corners and astounding views of the nearby mountains.
Ballymaloe Country House is a mecca of wholesome cooking and home to the dynasty of Allen cooking, set in the Cork countryside.
Located near The English Market, this luxury family owned hotel is ideally located.
Mount Juliet Estate is a lesson in luxury with stunning gardens, golf facilities, accommodation and Michelin star dining.
Buried deep in the quiet Waterford countryside, but very close to the sights and shopping in Waterford City with its own golf course, Faithlegg is a perfect retreat hotel.
Experience fine-dining with organic and wild Irish produce at Brooklodge and Macreddin Village, Co. Wicklow.
Best-in-Class Producers in Ireland's Ancient East
Ponaire can support all your coffee needs.
Oriel Sea Salt is a natural salt produced by the adventurous John Delaney in County Louth.
A traditional family bakery and cafe in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. A light airy space with cottage style furniture has a selection of tables and chair arrangements for small and larger groups and some counter seating at the rear.
Seamus and Siobhan McMahon run a successful brewery from their Co. Monaghan based family farm.
One thing we know how to do in Ireland is make good farmhouse cheese.
Mr Jeffares Blackcurrants, 100% natural cold pressed pure juice with no added sugar, made from home grown Irish blackcurrants at Ballykelly Farm, Co Wexford.
Declan Ryan was well known some years ago as a chef/restaurateur.
Producer of Preserves, Jams, Chutneys and Curds made using traditional cooking methods
Speciality Shops, Delis & Cookery Schools
A vibrant food shop and cafe packed to the rafters with exciting foods from near and far.
What a pleasure it is to come across this traditional butcher in the heart of Lismore village, Co. Waterford.
Stop by Kay O'Connell Fishmongers when visiting Cork City and pick up a selection of fresh locally caught fish and seafood.
Award-winning Barron's Bakery produces bread of the highest quality and is one of four makers of the Waterford Blaa.
A Casual Food offering located outside Wexford Town.
Cafe Nutshell & Deli is proud to fly the flag for Irish produce – and more importantly – for local produce.
Ballycotton Seafood Shop Garryvoe sell quality fish, as fresh as it can be, from the Irish South Coast.
Ballycotton Seafood Shop Midleton is stocked full of every possible fish you can imagine, all caught fresh off the coast.
