Good food ireland

The Trustmark For

Local Food & Drink Experience

Of The Island Of Ireland

Supporting Local People & Business

Good Food Ireland® is built on sustainable principles, a commitment to prioritising local Irish ingredients, supporting Irish farmers, food producers and fishermen, benefiting local communities and safeguarding the future livelihoods of local people. All businesses are inspected by our team to ensure we meet our promise to you – premium food and drink experiences of the island of Ireland.

 

Choose from our collection of restaurants, hotels, country houses, pubs, cafes, cookery schools, food shops from butchers to bakers, food producers and even more, all who have achieved the Good Food Ireland® seal of approval. 


  • Irish ingredients

  • Sustainability

  • Certified Quality

  • diverse Range

  •  Brand endorsement

  • Trustmark

Announcing good food ireland® awards 2024

November 11th 2024 - The K Club, co. kildare
Launched by Minister Heather Humphreys T.D., Minister for Rural & Community Development

Good Food Ireland® Awards, 2024

Good Food Ireland® Award Winners 2023

April 17th 2023 - The K Club, Co. Kildare

The perfect gift for any occasion offering the freedom to choose from any of our exciting online products from a delicious Irish Artisan Chocolate Hamper to a Romantic Getaway

Darina Allen's Ballymaloe Cookery Course €49.99

Chapter One Cookbook by Ross Lewis €45.00

The Country Cooking of Ireland Cookbook €45.00

Cornucopia At Home The Cookbook €39.99

Gift Vouchers

The Good Food Ireland® Gift Voucher can be redeemed in our approved collection all over Ireland. Dine out in any of our restaurants, take a gourmet getaway in one of luxury hotels, castles or country houses, or feast on some delicious local food and drink from Ireland’s premium Makers or Speciality Food Shops.

 

For Corporate or Bulk Orders don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly.

SHOP EXPERIENCES, Food & Drink & much more

Give the Gift of Experience with our Good Food Ireland® Food & Drink Experiences. Buy Online and choose your date later. Also in our Food Hall you can choose from a range of Artisan Food & Drink Boxes delivered directly by our Collection of Makers. 

 

Discover our range of Food Books and Cookbooks exclusively from Irish Chefs and Authors. We have also partnered with Irish designers to bring you our “Wrap up & Dine out” collection and kitchen and home ware. 

 

 

If you can’t decide, Give the Gift of a Good Food Ireland® Gift Voucher

 

discover the Good Food Ireland® collection

Local Food, Culture, Authenticity, Sustainability and Biodiversity have all long been featured at the core of Good Food Ireland®. Discover our collection of hotels, restaurants, cookery schools, shops and producers all over the island of Ireland that share our values and passionate commitment to prioritising Irish ingredients, supporting Irish farmers, food producers and fishermen. Be assured you will truly experience the best of Ireland’s local food and drink, discover a cultural heritage and connect with local people, hear their stories and age-old traditions.  

  • The Merrion Hotel

    If you have a ‘things to do before I die’ list – a stay in The Merrion Hotel should be at the top. The hotel comprises four magnificent Grade 1 Listed 18th-century terrace houses and inside there are opulent interconnecting drawing rooms…
  • Rathmullan House

    Rathmullan House offers low-key luxury in gracious and elegant surroundings. Located on the shores of Lough Swilly, in stunning Donegal, Rathmullan House is home to a true Irish welcome, gorgeous gardens, beach views and delectable dining options with…
  • Taste @ Gearoidins

    Gearoidin’s has an easy, cosy feel and it is situated in one of the original buildings right in the heart of town, but it is made modern by its décor. The main focus is the dessert counter, laden with goodies all made in-house.

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  • The Merrion Hotel

    If you have a ‘things to do before I die’ list – a stay in The Merrion Hotel should be at the top. The hotel comprises four magnificent Grade 1 Listed 18th-century terrace houses and inside there are opulent interconnecting drawing rooms…
  • Rathmullan House

    Rathmullan House offers low-key luxury in gracious and elegant surroundings. Located on the shores of Lough Swilly, in stunning Donegal, Rathmullan House is home to a true Irish welcome, gorgeous gardens, beach views and delectable dining options with…
  • Celtic Ross Hotel

    The Celtic Ross Hotel offers an enticing package of great food, hospitality and accommodation amongst the beautiful backdrop of West Cork. A lasting first impression of the Celtic Ross starts when you approach from Clonakilty and come across the causeway…

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  • Cavistons Seafood Restaurant & Emporium

    Cavistons Seafood Restaurant sits beside its impressive food hall, an emporium central to the fabric of life in Glasthule village. Fish is delivered each morning from Dublin’s best fish suppliers. Simple is the name of the game here. Fish cooking…
  • Ballymaloe Cookery School, Shop & Cafe

    Cork’s Ballymaloe Cookery School needs little introduction. The school is headed up by Darina Allen, who is passionate about Ireland’s produce and is an all-round warrior for the country’s local producers. The school is internationally…
  • McGraths of Lismore

    It’s rare that you’ll come across places quite like this traditional butcher in the heart of Lismore village, Co. Waterford, which has been in business since the 1600s. Michael McGrath is one of several generations to run this shop, now followed…

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  • Lock 13 BrewPub

    Located along the Grand Canal in Sallins, County Kildare, Lock 13 BrewPub, serves up pub grub favourites made with local ingredients as well as a wonderful selection of craft beers made on-site by the Kildare Brewing Company. The surroundings are cosy…
  • Malone Fruit Farm & Farm Shop

    The Malone Family produce soft fruit from their Co. Carlow based farm. Fresh fruits are available in summer, and frozen fruits are also available all year round for smoothies and desserts, jam making and jellies. These can be purchased from the Malone…
  • Mr Jeffares Blackcurrants

    Mr Jeffares Blackcurrants produces 100% natural cold-pressed pure juice with no added sugar, made from homegrown Irish blackcurrants at Ballykelly Farm, Co Wexford.

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join our collection

Good Food Ireland was established in 2006 to link Ireland’s agri-food and tourism hospitality sectors, creating previously unexplored commercial opportunity through the collaboration of food drink and tourism.

 

It has effected much change in the development of Ireland’s food scene and economic benefit for industry, as well as increased satisfaction for consumers. Today Good Food Ireland is the recognised Trustmark for food lovers and travellers seeking a genuine Irish cultural experience through authentic Irish food and drink.

 

 

If you share our philosophy you are invited to join a like-minded collection of people and businesses all over the island of Ireland, passionately committed to using Irish ingredients, sustainable supporting Ireland’s farmers, food producers and fishermen .

 

Approval is subject to criteria and onsite inspection 

MEET THE PEOPLE

BEHIND IRELAND'S FOOD

Kyle Greer
Kyle Greer
Kyle has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in various cities across the UK and Ireland. As the Executive Head Chef of the Europa, he is responsible for developing and creating menus with provenance for each of the hotel’s eateries.
  • Europa Hotel Food
  • Europa Hotel Chef
  • Europa Hotel Food

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Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne has been with the Hastings Group since 1996 and has cooked for numerous celebrities over the years including catering for the MTV Music Awards after Party and the Cast of Game of Thrones. Kevin became the Executive Head Chef at the recently renovated Hastings Ballygally Castle Hotel in 2014.

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Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Everglades Hotel. As Head Chef his current goal is to be innovative with all the menus in the hotel making them more representative of the quality local food that is available in the area.
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel

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Damian Tumilty
Damian Tumilty
Damian brings 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Grand Central Hotel. Damian is also a part-time lecturer in Professional Cookery and has an Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts. Damian is responsible for leading the Irish food experience in the hotel’s three restaurants.
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Tea

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Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery is the Executive Chef for the Bushmills Inn bringing over 25 years of experience to a fine Inn that prides itself on supporting local artisan producers, farmers and fishermen to source the only very best ingredients. Rest assured of a fresh, seasonal produce experience at Bushmill’s Inn.
  • Bushmill's Inn Patio
  • Bushmill Inn Restaurant
  • Bushmill Inn

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Kyle Greer
Kyle Greer
Kyle has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in various cities across the UK and Ireland. As the Executive Head Chef of the Europa, he is responsible for developing and creating menus with provenance for each of the hotel’s eateries.
  • Europa Hotel Food
  • Europa Hotel Chef
  • Europa Hotel Food

Find Out More

Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne has been with the Hastings Group since 1996 and has cooked for numerous celebrities over the years including catering for the MTV Music Awards after Party and the Cast of Game of Thrones. Kevin became the Executive Head Chef at the recently renovated Hastings Ballygally Castle Hotel in 2014.

Find Out More

Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Everglades Hotel. As Head Chef his current goal is to be innovative with all the menus in the hotel making them more representative of the quality local food that is available in the area.
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel

Find Out More

Damian Tumilty
Damian Tumilty
Damian brings 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Grand Central Hotel. Damian is also a part-time lecturer in Professional Cookery and has an Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts. Damian is responsible for leading the Irish food experience in the hotel’s three restaurants.
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Tea

Find Out More

Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery is the Executive Chef for the Bushmills Inn bringing over 25 years of experience to a fine Inn that prides itself on supporting local artisan producers, farmers and fishermen to source the only very best ingredients. Rest assured of a fresh, seasonal produce experience at Bushmill’s Inn.
  • Bushmill's Inn Patio
  • Bushmill Inn Restaurant
  • Bushmill Inn

Find Out More

Kyle Greer
Kyle Greer
Kyle has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in various cities across the UK and Ireland. As the Executive Head Chef of the Europa, he is responsible for developing and creating menus with provenance for each of the hotel’s eateries.
  • Europa Hotel Food
  • Europa Hotel Chef
  • Europa Hotel Food

Find Out More

Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne has been with the Hastings Group since 1996 and has cooked for numerous celebrities over the years including catering for the MTV Music Awards after Party and the Cast of Game of Thrones. Kevin became the Executive Head Chef at the recently renovated Hastings Ballygally Castle Hotel in 2014.

Find Out More

Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Everglades Hotel. As Head Chef his current goal is to be innovative with all the menus in the hotel making them more representative of the quality local food that is available in the area.
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel

Find Out More

Damian Tumilty
Damian Tumilty
Damian brings 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Grand Central Hotel. Damian is also a part-time lecturer in Professional Cookery and has an Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts. Damian is responsible for leading the Irish food experience in the hotel’s three restaurants.
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Tea

Find Out More

Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery is the Executive Chef for the Bushmills Inn bringing over 25 years of experience to a fine Inn that prides itself on supporting local artisan producers, farmers and fishermen to source the only very best ingredients. Rest assured of a fresh, seasonal produce experience at Bushmill’s Inn.
  • Bushmill's Inn Patio
  • Bushmill Inn Restaurant
  • Bushmill Inn

Find Out More

Kyle Greer
Kyle Greer
Kyle has over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in various cities across the UK and Ireland. As the Executive Head Chef of the Europa, he is responsible for developing and creating menus with provenance for each of the hotel’s eateries.
  • Europa Hotel Food
  • Europa Hotel Chef
  • Europa Hotel Food

Find Out More

Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne
Kevin Osborne has been with the Hastings Group since 1996 and has cooked for numerous celebrities over the years including catering for the MTV Music Awards after Party and the Cast of Game of Thrones. Kevin became the Executive Head Chef at the recently renovated Hastings Ballygally Castle Hotel in 2014.

Find Out More

Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris
Desmond Morris brings over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Everglades Hotel. As Head Chef his current goal is to be innovative with all the menus in the hotel making them more representative of the quality local food that is available in the area.
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel Food
  • Everglades Hotel

Find Out More

Damian Tumilty
Damian Tumilty
Damian brings 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the Grand Central Hotel. Damian is also a part-time lecturer in Professional Cookery and has an Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts. Damian is responsible for leading the Irish food experience in the hotel’s three restaurants.
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Food
  • Grand Central Hotel Tea

Find Out More

Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery
Gordon McGladdery is the Executive Chef for the Bushmills Inn bringing over 25 years of experience to a fine Inn that prides itself on supporting local artisan producers, farmers and fishermen to source the only very best ingredients. Rest assured of a fresh, seasonal produce experience at Bushmill’s Inn.
  • Bushmill's Inn Patio
  • Bushmill Inn Restaurant
  • Bushmill Inn

Find Out More