GOOD FOOD IRELAND® 20th anniversary AWARDS 2026
MONDAY NIGHT NOVEMBER 16TH, 2026
INTERCONTINENTAL DUBLIN
20 YEARS OF CHAMPIONING IRISH CULINARY TOURISM – PEOPLE. PRODUCE. PLACE. EXPERIENCE.
For 20 years, Good Food Ireland® has championed the role of Irish food and drink in how Ireland is experienced, connecting our producers, hospitality, food culture and places with visitors from Ireland and around the world. The Good Food Ireland® Awards celebrate the people, producers, businesses and experiences that put Irish food and drink at the heart of the visitor experience. These are not simply awards for great hotels, restaurants, pubs, cafés or food businesses. They recognise those who understand that food is a way for people to discover Ireland, its producers and ingredients, its landscapes and communities, its traditions and stories, and the distinctive character of its places. From the farmer and fisherman to the chef, producer, host and experience creator, our Awards recognise those who champion Irish provenance, local sourcing, seasonality, craftsmanship and hospitality, and turn them into experiences that visitors remember.
From producer to plate. From land and sea to visitor experience. From local provenance to Ireland’s global culinary reputation. For 20 years, Good Food Ireland® has helped champion the people and places behind Ireland’s food story.
The Good Food Ireland® Awards recognise those who bring that story to life.
tITLE Partner FBD INSURANCE
FBD Insurance is the Title Partner of the Good Food Ireland® 20th Anniversary Awards, supporting a milestone celebration of Ireland’s food, drink, hospitality and tourism sectors.
As one of Ireland’s leading insurers rooted in the agricultural and business community, FBD shares a long-standing connection with the people and enterprises that form the backbone of Ireland’s food culture.
Through its sponsorship, FBD Insurance plays a key role in recognising excellence across the island of Ireland, helping to shine a light on businesses that deliver authentic Irish food experiences while contributing to local economies and regional development.
Together, FBD Insurance and Good Food Ireland® are proud to support the businesses and people who continue to set the standard for Irish food, drink and hospitality at home and on the global stage.
WHAT MAKES A GOOD FOOD IRELAND® AWARD?
IRISH INGREDIENTS FIRST. EXPERIENCE ROOTED IN PLACE.
A Good Food Ireland® Award starts with the food, but it goes beyond the plate.
Irish ingredients. Irish producers. Irish seasons. Irish landscapes. Irish traditions. Irish people.
We believe that the strongest culinary tourism experiences begin with the quality, provenance and character of what is produced on our island. The food tells us something about the land and sea, the people who work them, the traditions they carry and the places they call home. That is why our Awards recognise businesses, producers and people who put Irish food and drink at the heart of what they do, not simply as an ingredient, but as a way of connecting visitors with people, produce, place and story. From the provenance of an ingredient to the experience created around it, a Good Food Ireland® Award recognises those who make Ireland’s food and drink an authentic and meaningful part of the visitor experience.
Irish ingredients are the beginning. People, place and experience are what bring the story to life.
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the food lovers choice award 2026
As Good Food Ireland® celebrates its 20th Anniversary, the Food Lovers Choice Award invites consumers, visitors and supporters to recognise the businesses that best represent the authentic taste and experience of Ireland.
Open to businesses through direct entry or public nomination, this consumer-voted award celebrates outstanding food, drink, hospitality and visitor experiences across five tourism regions throughout the island of Ireland.
Entries and nominations will go forward to public voting, with regional winners announced at the 20th Anniversary Good Food Ireland® Gala Awards Ceremony.
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Best Irish Seafood Experience Award 2026
As Good Food Ireland® celebrates its 20th Anniversary, we are proud to introduce the inaugural Best Irish Seafood Experience Award, sponsored by BIM.
This award recognises the businesses showcasing the very best of Irish seafood and creating memorable visitor experiences through food, hospitality and storytelling. Open to businesses across the island of Ireland through direct entry or public nomination, this award celebrates those who champion Irish fish and shellfish and connect visitors with Ireland’s coastal heritage and seafood culture. It highlights businesses that place Irish seafood at the heart of their offering and help bring the story of Ireland’s waters, coastal communities and maritime traditions to life.
The top 8 highest-voted businesses will make the shortlist of finalists. Each finalist will then undergo an independent on-site mystery inspection before the overall winner is selected and announced at the 20th Anniversary Good Food Ireland® Awards Ceremony on Monday night, November 16th in the InterContinental Dublin.
OUR JUDGING PRINCIPLES
Every category is assessed against the Good Food Ireland® approach, with category-specific criteria.
1. Irish Provenance
How strongly does the business prioritise Irish ingredients, Irish food and Irish-produced drink?
2. Local Producers & Supply Chain
How meaningfully does the business support Irish farmers, fishermen, growers, makers and artisan producers?
3. Seasonality & Sustainability
Does the business celebrate Irish seasons while making responsible choices for the land, sea, people and communities?
4. Culinary Excellence
How well are Irish ingredients handled, prepared, presented and celebrated?
5. Story & Sense of Place
Does the experience tell visitors something authentic about Ireland, its landscape, culture, heritage and food traditions?
6. Hospitality & Experience
Does the business transform its food and drink offering into an exceptional experience for the visitor?
THE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® TEST
To win a Good Food Ireland® Award, being good isn’t enough.
You must demonstrate a genuine commitment to the ingredients, people and places that make Irish food special.
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AWARD CATEGORIES & fINALISTS
5 Star Irish Hospitality Experience of the Year 2026 – Luxury is not enough. This is luxury with Irish provenance.
Recognising a five-star hotel that creates an exceptional culinary hospitality experience, combining world-class service and luxury with the very best of Irish food, drink, producers and place. The winner will demonstrate how a luxury hotel can immerse guests in the taste and character of Ireland — through exceptional Irish ingredients, meaningful relationships with local producers, distinctive food and beverage experiences, and a strong connection to the destination. Luxury should not mean looking elsewhere. It should mean inviting guests to discover the very best of Ireland.
Finalists
- Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel, Dublin
- Ashford Castle Estate, Co Mayo
- The Merrion, Dublin
- Muckross Park Hotel, Co Kerry
- Galgorm Resort, Co Antrim
- Hayfield Manor, Cork
- The Europe Hotel & Resort, Co Kerry
- The K Club, Co Kildare
- Ballyfin Demesne, Co Laois
- The Cashel Palace, Co Tipperary
Culinary Haven of the Year 2026 – Where Ireland’s food story becomes a destination
Culinary Haven of the Year recognises a destination that brings Ireland to life through food, hospitality, landscape and culture, creating an exceptional and memorable culinary tourism experience for visitors. The winner will demonstrate how Irish food and drink can become a gateway to discovering a place, connecting guests with local ingredients, farmers, fishermen, producers, chefs, traditions, stories and the landscape from which they come.
Finalists
- The Lansdowne Kenmare, Co Kerry
- Castle Leslie Estate, Co Monaghan
- Ard na Sidhe Country House, Co Kerry
- Killeavy Castle Estate, Co Armagh
- Rathmullan House, Co Donegal
- Ballymaloe House Hotel, Co Cor
- The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Co Mayo
- The Old Inn Crawfordsburn, Co Down
- Delphi Lodge, Co Galway
- The Bushmills Inn, Co Antrim
4 Star Irish Hospitality Experience of the Year 2026 – Exceptional hospitality. Authentic Irish food. A genuine sense of place.
Recognising a four-star hotel that creates an outstanding Irish hospitality and culinary experience, where quality service and accommodation are complemented by a genuine commitment to Irish food, drink, producers and place. The winner will demonstrate how Irish food and drink can enrich the visitor experience, from seasonal Irish ingredients and relationships with local producers to menus, service and experiences that reflect the character and culinary identity of Ireland.
Finalists
- Glenroyal Hotel, Co Kildare
- Newpark Hotel, Co Kilkenny
- Maryborough Hotel, Cork
- Breaffy House Resort, Co Mayo
- Bishop’s Gate Hotel, Derry
- Killashee Hotel, Co Kildare
- Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa, Co Roscommon
- Barberstown Castle, Co Kildare
- Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, Co Wicklow
- The Dunraven Adare, Co Limerick
- Kelly’s Resort Hotel & Spa, Co Wexford
Hotel Restaurant Experience of the Year 2026 – Exceptional Irish food, hospitality and a distinctive sense of place.
Recognising a hotel restaurant that delivers an outstanding culinary experience rooted in Irish provenance, showcasing exceptional local ingredients, producers and seasonal cooking alongside warm, knowledgeable hospitality. The winner will demonstrate how a hotel restaurant can connect guests with the character of Ireland through food, people, place and a genuine sense of Irish hospitality.
Finalists
- The Barton Rooms, Barberstown Castle, Co Kildare
- Yew Tree Restaurant, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa, Co Kerry
- Snaffles Restaurant, Castle Leslie Estate, Co Monaghan
- Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins, Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel, Dublin
- The Panorama Restaurant, The Europe Hotel & Resort, Co Kerry
- Barton Grill, The K Club, Co Kildare
- The Rugged Lane, Luttrellstown Castle, Co Dublin
- The Sea Rooms Smokehouse, Kelly’s Resort Hotel, Co Wexford
- The Arkle, The Glenroyal Hotel, Co Kildare
- The Restaurant, Dunluce Lodge, Co Antrim
Restaurant Experience of the Year 2026 – Ireland’s finest Irish ingredients. A distinctive taste of place.
Irish Restaurant Experience of the Year recognises a restaurant that creates an exceptional culinary experience by putting the very best of Irish ingredients at its heart. The winner will demonstrate a deep commitment to Irish provenance, working meaningfully with farmers, fishermen, growers and artisan producers to create food that reflects the season, the landscape and the character of its destination. More than exceptional cooking, this award celebrates restaurants that give visitors a genuine opportunity to discover Ireland through food, connecting what is on the plate with the people, places, traditions and stories behind it.
Finalists
- The Lemon Tree Restaurant, Co Donegal
- Woodruff Restaurant, Co Dublin
- Hang Dai Restaurant, Dublin
- The Church Restaurant, Co Cork
- An Port Mór, Co Mayo
- Underground Dining, Co Down
- Roly’s Bistro, Dublin
- Tully Mill Restaurant, Co Fermanagh
- Hugo’s Restaurant & Wine Bar, Dublin
- No 14 Georgian House, Co Down
Café Restaurant Experience of the Year 2026 – An authentic taste of Ireland, every day.
Irish Café Restaurant Experience of the Year recognises a café that creates an authentic and memorable Irish food and drink experience through exceptional ingredients, quality, hospitality and a strong connection to place. The winner will demonstrate a genuine commitment to Irish provenance, from Irish dairy and seasonal fruit and vegetables to bread, baking and locally produced ingredients, with a focus on quality, seasonality and in-house preparation. Whether welcoming local customers or visitors, the café should offer a genuine taste of Ireland and a sense of the people, produce and place that make it unique.
Finalists
- The Farmhouse Café & Bakehouse, Dublin
- Sweet N Green, Co Clare
- Seasons Café & Bakeshop, Co Limerick
- Lily & Wild, Co Kildare
- Kylemore Abbey, Co Galway
- The Silver Restaurant at Newbridge Silverware, Co Kildare
- Sadler’s Restaurant & Bar, Co Tipperary
- POTA, Co Galway
- Grow HQ, Co Waterford
- Kelly’s Kitchen, Co Mayo
Pub Experience of the Year 2026 – where good food meets good company.
Recognising a pub that delivers an exceptional Irish food, drink and hospitality experience, bringing together quality cooking, Irish ingredients, local character and the warmth of a genuine Irish welcome. The winner will demonstrate how the modern Irish pub can showcase the very best of Irish food and drink, from exceptional local produce and seasonal cooking to outstanding restaurant-quality dishes, while retaining the personality, heritage and sense of community that make the Irish pub unique. More than somewhere to eat and drink, the winning pub will give visitors an authentic opportunity to experience Ireland through its food, people, stories and place. The Irish pub, reimagined through food. A great welcome. A genuine taste of Ireland.
Finalists
- Davy Byrnes, Dublin
- The Bianconi Inn, Co Kerry
- Mikey Ryan’s Bar & Kitchen, Co Tipperary
- The Glyde Inn, Co Louth
- The Lifeboat Inn, Co Cork
- Hartes of Kildare, Co Kildare
- The Tavern Bar & Restaurant, Co Mayo
- Hargadons, Sligo
- The Glandore Inn, Co Cork
- The Oarsman, Co Leitrim
Irish Food Retail Experience of the Year 2026 – A shop that tells the story of Irish food.
Irish Food Retail Experience of the Year recognises a food retailer that brings the story of Irish food and drink to life, helping visitors and customers discover the remarkable diversity of produce made on the island. The winner will champion Irish producers through an exceptional and carefully curated range, genuine knowledge of the people and places behind the products, and a strong commitment to Irish provenance, seasonality, quality and craftsmanship. More than a place to shop, the winning retailer will create an experience of discovery, connecting people with Irish producers, ingredients, traditions and stories, and giving them the opportunity to take a piece of Ireland home with them. Great food retail doesn’t just sell Irish produce. It connects people with the story behind it.
Finalists
- Caviston’s Restaurant & Food Emporium, Dublin
- Firecastle, Co Kildare
- Kelly’s of Newport, Co Mayo
- The Blue Goat Ramelton, Co Donegal
- URRU Culinary Store, Co Cork
- Country Choice Nenagh, Co Tipperary
- Indie Fude, Co Down
- Murphy’s Butchers, Co Carlow
- Ditty’s Bakery, Co Derry
- The Bakery Shack, Co Donegal
Irish Culinary Tourism Experience Award 2026 – Turning Ireland’s food story into an experience.
Irish Culinary Tourism Experience of the Year recognises an exceptional visitor experience that uses Irish food or drink as a gateway to discovering Ireland, its people, places, landscape, culture and traditions. From farms and food trails to tastings, cookery, fishing, producer visits, markets, heritage experiences and immersive culinary adventures, the winner will create a meaningful connection between visitor and place. At its heart, the experience should bring Ireland’s food story to life through the people who grow, rear, catch, make, cook and share it, demonstrating how authentic Irish food and drink can become a powerful way for visitors to understand and connect with Ireland. The best culinary tourism experiences don’t simply tell visitors about Ireland. They let them taste, meet, discover and experience it.
Finalists
- Realt na Mara Shellfish, Co Kerry
- Vintage Tea Trips, Dublin
- Bread with Benefits, Co Meath
- Long Meadow Cider, Co Armagh
- Aran Islands Goat’s Cheese, Inis Mór
- Skellig Six18 Distillery & Visitor Experience, Co Kerry
- Leahy Beekeeping, Co Galway
- Croagh Patrick Seafoods, Co Mayo
- Ballymaloe Cookery School, Organic Farm & Gardens, Co Cork
- Connemara Smokehouse & Visitor Experience, Co Galway
BEST IRISH SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE 2026 – NEW awards FOR 2026 – sponsored by bim
The Good Food Ireland® Best Irish Seafood Experience Award recognises a business that puts Irish seafood at the heart of an authentic and memorable visitor experience, connecting exceptional fish and shellfish with the people, places, heritage and culture of Ireland’s coast. Open to businesses across the island of Ireland through direct entry or public nomination, the Award celebrates those who champion Irish-landed and farmed seafood, showcase the diversity and seasonality of Ireland’s waters, and inspire visitors to discover more about the people and communities behind it.
Entries will demonstrate a strong commitment to Irish seafood through the quality and provenance of their offering, creative and engaging dishes, and the promotion of seasonal and alternative species. Equally important is the ability to bring that story to life, with knowledgeable teams who can communicate where seafood comes from, how it is caught or farmed, when it is at its best and the role it plays in Ireland’s coastal communities. From the menu to the wider visitor experience, the winner will show how Irish seafood can create a deeper connection with place, raise awareness of Ireland’s seafood heritage and contribute to a stronger profile for Irish seafood. Celebrating Irish seafood at its best and the people, places and stories that bring it to life.
Finalists
- Viking House, Co Donegal
- Fish City Belfast, Co Antrim
- Out of the Blue, Co Kerry
- The Oarsman, Co Leitrim
- Andersons Boathouse, Co Donegal
- The Pier House Howth, Co Dublin
- Vaughan’s Anchor Inn, Co Clare
- The Mad Monk, Co Kerry
- The Seafood Café by Niall Sabongi, Dublin
Sustainable Culinary Tourism award 2026 – Sustainability starts with provenance.
The award recognises a tourism or hospitality business where sustainability is deeply embedded in how it operates and creates its visitor experience, from valuing Irish ingredients and strengthening local supply chains to protecting land, sea and biodiversity, reducing waste, supporting people and communities, and celebrating the provenance and culture behind Ireland’s food. It recognises businesses that demonstrate how responsible culinary tourism can create meaningful experiences while helping to protect the people, places and natural resources that make Ireland’s food story possible.
Finalists
- Ballymaloe Cookery School, Co Cork
- Killeavy Castle Estate, Co Armagh
- Breac.House, Co Donegal
- Woodruff Restaurant, Co Dublin
- Castle Leslie Estate, Co Monaghan
- The Cashel Palace, Co Tipperary
- Ashford Castle Estate, Co Mayo
- GROW HQ, Co Waterford
- POTA, Co Galway
- Tully Mill Restaurant, Co Fermanagh
- Aniar, Co Galway
Sustainable Irish Food & Drink Producer of the Year 2026 – protecting people, places and resources.
The award recognises a producer in Ireland’s agriculture, fisheries, food and drink sector where sustainability is deeply embedded in how the business operates and makes decisions, protecting land, nature and marine resources, using resources responsibly, reducing waste, supporting biodiversity and animal welfare, strengthening local supply chains, and investing in people and communities. It celebrates producers demonstrating meaningful action, measurable impact and a long-term commitment to protecting the resources, traditions and people that underpin the future of Irish food and drink.
Finalists
- Keogh’s Crisps, Dublin
- Milleens Cheese, Co Cork
- Calvey’s Achill Mountain Lamb, Co Mayo
- Long Meadow Cider, Co Armagh
- Killowen Farm, Co Wexford
- The Apple Farm, Co Tipperary
- Atlantis of Kilmore Quay, Co Wexford
- Galtee Honey Farm, Co Tipperary
- Garryhinch Wood Exotic Mushrooms, Co Offaly
- Aran Island Goat Cheese, Inis Mór, Co Galway
Irish Producer of the Year Awards 2026 – where Ireland’s flavours, craft & stories begin.
Before there is a menu, a dish, a drink or a culinary experience, there is a producer. The Good Food Ireland® Producer Awards recognise the farmers, growers, fishermen, makers and food and drink producers whose knowledge, skill and passion create the exceptional produce at the heart of Ireland’s culinary identity. These are the people at the beginning of the journey, shaping the ingredients, products, flavours, traditions and stories that chefs, hospitality businesses and culinary tourism experiences bring to life for visitors. From land and sea to plate, glass and experience, the awards celebrate the people whose commitment to provenance, craftsmanship, seasonality and sustainability makes authentic Irish food and drink possible. Without the producer, there is no provenance. Without provenance, there is no authentic Irish culinary experience.
Meat Producer of The Year 2026
Recognising a meat producer whose quality, provenance, craftsmanship and responsible approach showcase the distinctive character of Irish meat and the people and places behind it.
Finalists
- Murphy’s Butchers, Co Carlow
- Kelly’s of Newport, Co Mayo
- John Stone Beef, Co Longford
- Market House Ennistymon, Co Clare
- Tom Durcan Meats, Co Cork
- Calvey’s Achill Mountain Lamb, Co Mayo
- Butcher’s Best, Co Wexford
Fruit & Vegetable Producer of the Year 2026
Celebrating a grower producing exceptional Irish fruit or vegetables while championing seasonality, quality, sustainable growing and the distinctive produce of their place.
Finalists
- Garryhinch Wood Exotic Mushrooms, Co Offaly
- Malone Fruit Farm, Co Wexford
- The Apple Farm, Co Tipperary
- Kearns Fruit Farm, Co Wexford
- O’Shea Farms, Co Kilkenny
- Ballykelly Farm, Co Wexford
- Long Meadow Farm, Co Armagh
Dairy Producer of The Year 2026
Recognising a dairy producer whose quality, craftsmanship and commitment to provenance demonstrate the distinctive character of Irish dairy and the landscape and farming traditions behind it.
Finalists
- Boyne Valley Farmhouse Cheese, Co Meath
- Freezin’ Friesian, Co Waterford
- Killowen Farm, Co Wexford
- Glastry Farm Ice Cream, Co Down
- Linnalla Pure Irish Ice Cream, Co Clare
- Milleens Cheese, Co Cork
- Aran Island Goat Cheese, Inis Mór
Fish & Seafood Producer of The Year 2026
Celebrating a producer who brings the exceptional quality and provenance of Irish fish and seafood to the wider food experience, while supporting the communities, traditions and waters from which it comes.
Finalists
- Atlantis of Kilmore Quay, Co Wexford
- K O’Connell Fish Merchants, Cork
- Realt na Mara Shellfish, Co Kerry
- Croagh Patrick Seafoods, Co Mayo
- Ummera Smokehouse, Co Cork
- Caviston’s Fishmongers, Co Dublin
- Burren Smokehouse, Co Clare
- Connemara Smokehouse, Co Galway
Bakery & Chocolate Producer of the Year 2026
Recognising a producer whose craftsmanship, quality ingredients and distinctive approach create exceptional Irish bakery or chocolate products with a strong sense of provenance and place.
Finalists
- The Bakery Shack, Co Donegal
- Chez Emily, Dublin
- Jinny’s Bakery & Tearooms, Co Leitrim
- Ditty’s Bakery, Co Derry
- Wilde Irish Chocolates, Co Clare
- Barron’s Bakery & Coffee House, Co Waterford
- The Chocolate Garden of Ireland, Co Carlow
- The Farmhouse Café & Bakery, Dublin
Drinks Producer of The Year 2026
Celebrating a drinks producer whose craft, provenance and connection to Irish ingredients, landscape and tradition contribute to the distinctive story of Irish food and drink.
Finalists
- The Dew Drop Brewhouse, Co Kildare
- Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur, Co Cork
- Papas Mineral Company, Co Down
- Long Meadow Cider, Co Armagh
- Beara Bitters, Co Kildare
- Crolly Distillery, Co Donegal
- Skellig Six18, Co Kerry
- Hinch Distillery Co., Co Down
Sweet & Savoury Producer of The Year 2026
Recognising a producer creating exceptional sweet or savoury products through quality ingredients, craftsmanship, provenance and a distinctive Irish story.
Finalists
- G’s Gourmet Jams, Co Laois
- Crawford’s Rock Seaweed Salt, Co Down
- Galtee Honey Farm, Co Tipperary
- Irish Black Butter, Co Antrim
- Janet’s Country Fayre, Co Wicklow
- Wild Irish Foragers, Co Offaly
- Leahy Beekeeping, Co Galway
- The Mallow Makers, Co Down
- Achill Island Sea Salt, Co Mayo
- Keogh’s Crisps, Dublin
- Oriel Sea Salt, Co Louth
Food Lovers Choice Award 2026
The Good Food Ireland® Food Lovers’ Choice Award puts food lovers, locals and visitors at the heart of the Awards, inviting the public to recognise the businesses and experiences that best showcase the character of Ireland through food, drink and hospitality. Open to businesses and experiences across the island of Ireland through direct entry or public nomination, the Award celebrates the people and places that make each destination distinctive, from farmers, fishermen and artisan producers to restaurants, cafés, pubs, hotels, food retailers, visitor attractions and culinary tourism experiences.
Five regional Food Lovers’ Choice Awards celebrate the distinctive food and drink character of Ireland’s tourism destinations, recognising those who connect visitors with local produce, people, stories, culture and sense of place. More than a popularity award, Food Lovers’ Choice shines a light on the role food and drink can play in discovering a destination, encouraging people to explore, stay longer, spend locally and experience the places they visit through their food culture. Chosen by the people who experience them. Celebrating the destinations, businesses and people that make Ireland memorable through food and drink.
Finalists
WILD ATLANTIC WAY
- Armada Hotel & Armada House, Co Clare
- Cliffs View Café, Co Clare
- The Brehon Hotel, Co Kerry
- The Lemon Tree, Co Donegal
- Brigit’s Garden Café, Co Galway
- Ballymaloe House Hotel, Co Cork
- Homestead Cottage, Co Clare
- Kylemore Abbey Restaurant & Café, Co Galway
- Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate, Co Galway
- Cashel House Hotel, Co Galway
IRELAND’S ANCIENT EAST
- Glenroyal Hotel, Co Kildare
- Newpark Hotel, Co Kilkenny
- Tankardstown House, Co Meath
- Grow HQ, Co Waterford
- Ballymore Inn, Co Kildare
- Castle Leslie Estate, Co Monaghan
- Ballykealey House, Co Wexford
- Firecastle, Co Kildare
- Chocolate Garden of Ireland, Co Carlow
- The Kitchen at Gorey, Co Wexford
IRELAND’S HIDDEN HEARTLANDS
- Kilronan Castle, Co Roscommon
- Wineport Lodge, Co Westmeath
- The Selkie Restaurant, Co Leitrim
- Wilde Irish Chocolates, Co Clare
- The Red Bank Restaurant, Co Leitrim
- Lignum, Co Galway
- Lough Erne Resort, Co Fermanagh
- Jinny’s Bakery, Co Leitrim
- MacNean House & Restaurant, Co Cavan
- Wild Irish Foragers, Co Offaly
DUBLIN
- The Vintage Kitchen, Dublin
- Pier House Restaurant Howth, Co Dublin
- O’Connell’s Pub Howth, Co Dublin
- Vintage Tea Trips, Dublin
- The Merrion Hotel, Dublin
- Keoghs Crisps, Co Dublin
- Rolys Bistro, Dublin
- Davy Byrnes, Dublin
- Brooks Hotel, Dublin
- Farmhouse Café & Bakery, Dublin
NORTHERN IRELAND
- Cult! Plant Based Cheese, Co Down
- Nasca Chocolate, Co Down
- Galgorm Resort, Co Antrim
- The Bushmills Inn, Co Antrim
- Papas Mineral Company, Co Down
- Underground Dining, Co Down
- Pier 36, Co Down
- Clandeboye Lodge Hotel Coq & Bull Brasserie, Co Down
- Bridewell Coffee & Provisions, Co Down
- Fjord Bakery, Co Down
Irish Culinary Tourism Innovation Award
Irish Food & Hospitality Ambassador of the Year 2026
Recognising an individual whose passion, knowledge and generosity help visitors discover Ireland through its food, drink and hospitality. The award celebrates someone who goes beyond serving or promoting Irish food, someone who creates connections between people, produce and place, sharing the stories, traditions, craftsmanship and character that make Ireland’s culinary culture distinctive. Whether a chef, producer, hospitality professional, food writer, guide, educator or advocate, the winner will be someone who inspires others and plays an important role in shaping how Ireland is experienced and understood through food and drink. An ambassador doesn’t simply represent Irish food and drink. They help people understand the people, places and stories behind it.
There are no finalists – this is an honorary award
Lifetime Achievement Award 2026
The Good Food Ireland® Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an individual whose career has made an outstanding and lasting contribution to Ireland’s food, drink and hospitality landscape, and to the way Ireland is experienced and understood through its food. Over the course of their career, the recipient will have demonstrated exceptional commitment to Irish provenance, people, produce and place, helping to champion quality, craftsmanship, local sourcing and the distinctive character of Irish food and drink.
Their influence may have been through hospitality, food production, farming, fishing, culinary education, food tourism, advocacy or another part of Ireland’s food story. What unites them is the lasting impact they have made, inspiring others, creating opportunities, raising standards and helping to strengthen Ireland’s reputation as a destination where food and drink are an integral part of the visitor experience.
In its 20th anniversary year, Good Food Ireland celebrates not only an exceptional career, but the contribution of an individual whose work has helped shape the journey of Irish food and culinary tourism over time. Celebrating a life’s work. Recognising a legacy that continues to shape how Ireland is discovered through food.
There are no finalists – this is an honorary award
The Overall Irish Producer of the Year 2026
The highest producer honour, recognising the food or drink producer whose exceptional quality, provenance, craftsmanship, sustainability and contribution to Ireland’s culinary identity stand out above all others.
Chosen from the winners of the Producers Awards
Supreme Award of the Year 2026
The Good Food Ireland® Supreme Award is the highest accolade of the Good Food Ireland Awards, recognising the business, producer, experience or individual that most powerfully represents the values at the heart of Irish culinary tourism. The winner will demonstrate an outstanding connection between Irish provenance, people, produce and place, showing how food and drink can become a meaningful part of the visitor experience and a powerful way to discover Ireland.
This is an award for those who go beyond excellence in their own field, connecting quality, authenticity, local sourcing, craftsmanship, hospitality, sustainability and storytelling to create something that is genuinely distinctive to Ireland. The Supreme Award recognises the contribution made to the wider culinary tourism journey: championing Irish producers and ingredients, creating memorable experiences, strengthening connections with place and community, and helping visitors see, understand and experience Ireland through its food and drink.
On the 20th anniversary of Good Food Ireland®, the Supreme Award celebrates the very best of what the organisation has championed for two decades, Irish food and drink at the heart of an authentic, distinctive and world-class visitor experience. The highest recognition. The complete expression of Ireland through food, drink, people and place.
The Overall Winner chosen from all winners
AWARDS Tickets 2026
TICKET INFORMATION (Limited Capacity)
Ticket (Good Food Ireland Members Only) €160 + VAT
General Ticket €185 + VAT
TABLE FOR 10 PEOPLE €1800 + VAT
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Awards Prize
One lucky guest will win a Beautiful Seven-Piece Gio Tea set sponsored by WATERFORD.
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judging panel
An independent panel of Irish and International leaders will shortlist nominees and select the overall winner following onsite mystery inspection and assessment. The public will also have the opportunity to vote online in the Food Lovers Choice Award.
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Roe & Co
Roe & Co distillery is the home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey. Nestled in the heart of the Liberties new energy surges through the former Guinness Power Station, where fun and flavour come to life through a truly immersive experience. This is Irish Whiskey reimagined.
Waterford
Inspired by the elements and by the Irish traditions of craftsmanship, Waterford transforms every moment into something more. The artistry and craftsmanship behind Waterford goes beyond mere form. Each piece is specially designed to heighten the pleasure of using it the way it plays with light, its satisfying weight and tactility, and the pure bright sound it emits when touched.
Gold Partner
Gold Partner
GOLD Partner
We're proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Good Food Ireland® 20th Anniversary Awards 2026, which shine a light on the people and businesses at the heart of Ireland’s food, drink and hospitality sectors. At Tourism Ireland, we know just how much local food experiences matter to visitors and how they help tell the story of our culture, heritage and sustainable way of life. Supporting these awards is a natural fit for us as we continue to promote the island of Ireland as a top destination for food lovers around the world.
Fáilte Ireland is Ireland’s National Tourism Development Authority, working with tourism businesses, communities, and partners to grow a strong and sustainable visitor economy. This supports jobs, strengthens local places and delivers real benefits for people across the country. As part of this work we are delighted to support Good Food Ireland® Awards which celebrates Ireland's food and drink industry.
Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) is delighted to support the Good Food Ireland®Awards which celebrate businesses at every layer of Ireland’s food and drink industry. Bord Iascaigh Mhara helps to develop the Irish seafood industry by providing technical expertise, business support, funding, training and promoting responsible environmental practice. Alongside the partnership we are introducing a new award the Best Irish Seafood Experience Award, sponsored by BIM.
AIB is delighted to support the Good Food Ireland®Awards which celebrate businesses at every layer of Ireland’s food and drink industry. As consumer demand for different food and drink options grow, so do opportunities to set up, grow and expand your business. Ireland is well positioned to grow our yearly food and drink exports and AIB are here to support the growth and development of your business with a wide variety of financial solutions available to support cashflow and investment needs. For more information visit : Business Finance Support to Food and Drink Industry | AIB Business.
Inspired by the elements and by the Irish traditions of craftsmanship, Waterford transforms every moment into something more. The artistry and craftsmanship behind Waterford goes beyond mere form. Each piece is specially designed to heighten the pleasure of using it the way it plays with light, its satisfying weight and tactility, and the pure bright sound it emits when touched.
SUpporting Sponsors
PARTNERSHIP & Sponsorship
As we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Good Food Ireland® Awards, a limited number of partnership opportunities remain available for organisations wishing to align their brand with one of Ireland’s most respected food and tourism events.
Sponsoring the Awards provides a unique platform to connect with industry leaders, influential decision-makers and a highly engaged audience that values quality, sustainability, and Irish excellence.
Join us in recognising and supporting the people and businesses that continue to shape Ireland’s food and tourism story while showcasing your commitment to the sector’s future success.
For full Sponsorship Pack or to further discuss the benefits and opportunities for please contact:
Margaret Jeffares
Tel: +353 53 9158693
Email: [email protected]