The Trustmark For

Local Food & Drink Experience

Of The Island Of Ireland

AN AUTHENTIC CULINARY ADVENTURE

Since 2006, Good Food Ireland® has been connecting people to the heart of Ireland’s culinary culture with unforgettable food and drink experiences. Explore top local restaurants, charming country houses, historic castles and luxury hotels, each offering a unique taste of Ireland. From farm-to-table meals to world-class Irish drinks, every stop lets you savour fresh ingredients and traditional flavours. Immerse yourself in hands-on experiences like cooking classes, food tours and meeting local producers. Whether you’re enjoying a gourmet meal, exploring our food shops, or sipping expertly crafted drinks, Good Food Ireland® brings you closer to the true essence of Ireland’s food culture. Your adventure awaits!


  • Irish ingredients

  • Sustainability

  • Certified Quality

  • diverse Range

  •  Brand endorsement

  • Trustmark

Announcing WINNERS
good food ireland® awards 2024

Good Food Ireland® Award Winners 2024

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

Peter Caviston of Caviston's Seafood Restaurant & Food Emporium in Glasthule being presented with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Good Food Ireland® CEO & Founder Margaret Jeffares.

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.

gifting has never been easier

Give the gift of unforgettable experiences. Buy online now and choose your date later. Explore our Food Hall for a selection of Artisan Food & Drink Boxes, delivered directly from our collection of Makers. Discover Food Books and Cookbooks from renowned Irish Chefs and Authors. We’ve also partnered with Irish designers to offer our “Wrap up & Dine Out” collection, along with beautiful kitchen and homeware. 

 

Can’t decide? Give the perfect gift with a Good Food Ireland® Gift Voucher.

Explore the collection

Discover the best of Ireland with our handpicked collection of hotels, restaurants, cookery schools, shops and producers, all dedicated to prioritising Irish ingredients and supporting local farmers, food producers, and fishermen. Immerse yourself in the finest local food and drink, experience Ireland’s rich cultural heritage and connect with passionate locals who will share their stories and traditions. Book now and make memories that will last a lifetime!

  • 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…
  • The Roadside Tavern

    Step inside the cosy lounge of The Roadside Tavern and take a step back in time. The low ceilings and traditional polished wooden bar are still intact and the walls are adorned with pictures of musicians that have played here on many a lively night. Oh,…

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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

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

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