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Good Food Ireland® Awards 2025 in Association with FBD Insurance

The Good Food Ireland® Awards return for 2025, celebrating the best in Irish food, drink and hospitality from across the entire island of Ireland. In proud partnership with FBD Insurance for the second consecutive year, these prestigious awards honour the people and places that champion authentic Irish taste, local sourcing, sustainability and exceptional visitor experiences.

From artisan producers and family-run farm shops to luxury hotels and coastal cafés, the Good Food Ireland® Awards shine a light on the businesses that make Ireland’s food culture world-class, while driving real economic impact across rural communities, North and South.

This year’s Awards will take place at The K Club, Co. Kildare on Monday, November 10th, 2025.

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2025 aWARDS Tickets & ACCOMMODATION

TICKET INFORMATION (Limited Capacity) 

 

Tickets to the Gala Awards Dinner Celebration Now on Sale. 

Preferred accommodation rates at The K Club, Barberstown Castle and The Glenroyal Hotel also available.

 

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the food lovers choice award 2025

The Food Lovers Choice Award is a prestigious, consumer-voted accolade that recognises food, drink and hospitality businesses across the island of Ireland that align with the sustainable brand values of Good Food Ireland®. These values include local sourcing, environmental sustainability, ethical practices, community support and innovation. Open to all businesses, not just those already approved into the Good Food Ireland® Collection, entry to this award is completely free. From food producers and cafés to hotels and distilleries, any business that embraces the Good Food Ireland® ethos can take part. There are five geographical award categories, with winners to be honoured at the Good Food Ireland® Awards Gala Ceremony on Monday, November 10th, 2025, at The K Club, Co. Kildare.

 

To participate, businesses must apply or be nominated, between June 23rd and July 28th. Then once applications are processed, all entrants will be listed for public voting, which runs from September 1st to 15th — giving consumers across the island of Ireland and overseas the chance to support their favourite sustainable food, drink, and hospitality champions.

 

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From farm to fortune: why these awards matter

The Good Food Ireland® Awards 2025 are more than a celebration, they’re a catalyst for rural growth, sustainable food tourism and all-island collaboration. With FBD Insurance as the official sponsor for the second year in a row, this year’s Awards spotlight the producers, chefs, cafés and food businesses whose work strengthens communities, creates jobs and champions local excellence across Ireland.

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Master of Cermonies

TO BE CONFIRMED

Noel Toolan
With over forty years of international marketing, brand communications and business development experience, Noel Toolan is a highly sought after consultant, mentor, facilitator and speaker internationally.He has worked across the private and public sectors in more than 50 countries making marketing change happen in a wide range of enterprises and organisations from 1 person startups to global multinationals in over 20 different industries and a number of governments.Noel has particularly relevant experience in the food and tourism sectors where he has worked at the highest level on a number of global consumer brands, international food services and international tourism and travel in both private and public sectors in Europe, the Americas and Asia. 
 
Noel is currently principal and founder at KATALEST the specialist Marketing Change Agency and is based in Tallinn, Estonia.

AWARD CATEGORIES & WINNERS

5 star hotel of the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

tHE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® 5 STAR HOTEL OF THE YEAR HIGHLIGHTS A HOTEL THAT HAS ACHIEVED A HARMONIOUS BALANCE BETWEEN CULINARY EXCELLENCE, SOURCING THE FINEST LOCAL INGREDIENTS, THAT PUSH THE BOUnDARIES OF TRADITIONAL GASTRONOMY, LUXURIOUS SURROUNDINGS, BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED ROOMS, STATE-OF-THE-ART AMENITIES AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, CREATING AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE FOR ITS GUESTS.

WINNER 2024: THE MERRION HOTEL DUBLIN 

FINALISTS

TBC

Culinary Haven of the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

THE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® CULINARY HAVEN OF THE YEAR OFFERS AN exceptional experience; in itself a food and drink destination that epitomises culinary excellence, highlighting the very best of local Irish produce.

 

FINALISTS

TBC

4 star hotel of the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

The Good Food Ireland® 4 Star Hotel of the Year delivers a high-quality dining experience, showcasing seasonal, Irish produce, together with an approach that celebrates Ireland’s rich traditions and hospitality.

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Restaurant of the Year 2025 

Sponsored by TBC

THE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR IS A RESTAURANT THAT CONSISTENTLY DELIVERS EXCEPTIONAL CULINARY EXPERIENCES USING HIGH-QUALITY IRISH INGREDIENTS. tHE cHEF’S CREATIVITY CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATES AN APTITUDE FOR BRINGING OUT THE INTEGRITY OF THE INGREDIENTS. wARMTH OF HOSPITALITY, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, TOGETHER WITH GREAT FOOD THAT TRULY MAKES FOR A MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE.

 

FINALISTS

TBC

HOTEL RESTAURANT OF the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

The Good Food Ireland® HOTEL RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR RECOGNISES EXCELLENCE IN HOTEL DINING AND HONOURS CULINARY TALENT AND INNOVATION, SHOWCASING IRISH CUSINE, SUSTAINABILITY, OR REGIONAL SPECIALITIES, CONSIDERING FACTORS SUCH AS FOOD QUALITY, SERVICE AND AMBIENCE.

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Café of the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

tHE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® Café OF THE YEAR CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES home-baked, in-house cooking or production with a passionate commitment to Irish produce, good old-fashioned Irish hospitality and a go to place for visitors and locals alike.

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Pub of the Year 2025 

Sponsored by TBC

the good food ireland® pub of the year is a truly authentic pub, that represents the very best of Irish food, culture and tradition, that takes the Irish pub experience to a whole different level of excellence. Showcasing local Irish produce, with a strong consideration for traditional or speciality Irish dishes, supplemented by home-baked breads, cakes and desserts. an extensive drinks selection of local Irish bREWS, spirits, drinks and beverages including Irish fruit cordials and juice, complemented by Irish Snacks and Crisps. A pub where people are immersed in another world of warmth, conversation, laughter and fun. What we Irish call ‘the craic’.

WINNER 2024 – THE LIFEBOAT INN, CORK

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Shop of the Year 2025

Sponsored by TBC

the good food ireland® Shop of the year offers a selection of quality Irish food and/or drink, that shares the stories of the people and places behind it. A shop that celebrates Irish biodiversity and creates a better environment for cooking, eating and beyond.

 

 FINALISTS

TBC

Food Tourism experience award 2025

Sponsored by TBC
 

The good food ireland® food tourism experience award recognises food and drink producers, hospitality providers, cooking schools, food attractions, farm gate experiences, trails or other food tourism experiences featuring local, irish produce as the core component of their experience. 

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Sustainability Award 2025

Sponsored by TBC

THE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® SUSTAINABILITY AWARD RECOGNISES BUSINESSES THAT HAVE DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED CLEAN PRODUCTION INITITATIVES AND SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, DEMONSTRATING HOW THEY ARE HELPING TO PROTECT IRELAND’S ENVIRONMENT. 

A Winner will be chosen from the Agri-food sector and the Tourism Hospitality sector.

 

WINNER 2024: GROW HQ, WATERFORD

 

FINALISTS

TBC

Producer OF THE YEAR Awards 2025

THE GOOD FOOD IRELAND® PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AWARDS recognise producers for their premium produce and commitment to SOURcing local, irish ingredients, leading the field in their production ethos, cultivation and catch practices and the top-quality produce it results in. We acknowledge producers with a focus on environmental sustainability, preservation and collaboration with the local community.

Meat Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – KELLY’S OF NEWPORT, MAYO 


Finalists:
TBC

Fruit And Veg Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – KEARNS FRUIT FARM, WEXFORD 


Finalists:
TBC

Dairy Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – FREEZIN’ FRIESIAN, WATERFORD 

 

Finalists:
TBC

Fish & Seafood Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – REALT NA MARA SHELLFISH, KERRY


Finalists:
TBC

Bakery & Chocolate Producer of the Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – THE CHOCOLATE GARDEN OF IRELAND, CARLOW


Finalists:
TBC

Drinks Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – LONG MEADOW CIDER, ARMAGH 


Finalists:
TBC

Sweet & Savoury Producer of The Year

Sponsored by TBC

 

WINNER 2024 – LEAHY BEEKEEPING, GALWAY 


Finalists:
TBC

 

Overall producer of the Year 2025 

Sponsored by TBC

WINNER 2024 – KELLY’S OF NEWPORT, MAYO 

The good food ireland® Producer of the Year recognises a food or drinK producer who has made a positive impact on the irish food and/or driink industry, promoting the use of high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and demonstrating a strong emphasis on using social media to tell their story and the story of Irish farming and food/drink production to a domestic and global audience.

Outstanding contribution to food production 2025

Sponsored by Good Food Ireland®

WINNER 2024 – ANTHONY CRESWELL, UMMERA SMOKED PRODUCTS, CORK

The Good Food Ireland® Outstanding Contribution to Food Production Award honours individuals or companies that have made a significant contribution to Ireland’s food and/or drink industry. This award honours those who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, sustainability and dedication to quality, raising Ireland’s food brand reputation and contributing to the overall satisfaction of the tourist experience in Ireland.

Food Lovers Choice Award 2025

Sponsored by TBC
 

The Good Food Ireland® Food Lovers Choice Awards give the public an opportunity to vote for their favourite food and/or drink experience in each of the tourism destinations across the island of Ireland. 

Voting to be announced for 2025

Food innovator of the year 2025

Sponsored by TBC
 

The Good Food Ireland® Food Innovator of the Year is a person with a unique ability to think outside the box who develops new and innovative food products, concepts or techniques. They are willing to try new ingredients, techniques and flavour combinations, adapting to changing trends, creating unique and exciting dining experiences. 

WINNER 2024 – THE O’ NEILL FAMILY, MOUNTAIN VIEW, KILKENNY 

FINALISTS:

TBC

 

Outstanding Contribution to Irish Food and Drink Internationally 2024

This award honours individuals/businesses internationally for their contribution to Food Brand Ireland. Where their creativity and drive in the sourcing and promotion of Irish food/drink has effected much change, enhanced commercial export opportunities for Ireland’s food and drink businesses and inspired reasons to believe.

 

 

Lifetime Achievement Award 2025

Sponsored By Good Food Ireland®

 

WINNER 2024 – PETER CAVISTON, CAVISTON’S RESTAURANT & FOOD EMPORIUM, DUBLIN

The Good Food Ireland® Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an individual who has made a significant and lasting lifelong contribution to the Irish food and/or drink industry, dedicating their careers to supporting local producers, inspiring others and leaving a lasting legacy. 

Supreme Award of the Year 2025

 

AWARDS Tickets 2025

TICKET INFORMATION (Limited Capacity) 

Ticket (Good Food Ireland Members Only) €160 + VAT

Ticket €185 + VAT

TABLE FOR 10 PEOPLE (Good Food Ireland Members Only) – €1550 + VAT

TABLE FOR 10 PEOPLE €1800 + VAT

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Awards Prize

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Waterford Cake Stand, Good Food Ireland Awards
One lucky guest will win a Beautiful Seven-Piece Gio Tea set sponsored by WATERFORD.

The Gio collection was designed to encompass elegant simplicity. The seven-piece Gio tea set provides everything you need to host the perfect tea for two. Pour your favourite blend into the teacups with matching saucers and enjoy the luxurious feeling of fine bone china, embossed with a subtle geometric pattern. The teapot’s square profile brings a contemporary touch to your table, while the thoughtfully designed sugar bowl and cream jug complete this sophisticated set. The set is complimented by an opulent Gio Gold cake stand; its 22-carat gold banding and intricate geometric design, sets off the sleek white bone china.

 

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.

Susan Kerr
Susan Kerr
Susan Kerr began her career in high level corporate administration in the UK, prior to returning to Ireland in 1990 and entering the Tourism hospitality sector. With much experience in Hotel operations, sales and marketing at a management level she joined Margaret Jeffares consulting firm in 2000 and was a key influencer in the formation of Good Food Ireland®. An avid food lover and believer with a great understanding of the sector and needs of the domestic and international client, Susan was Operations Director of Good Food Ireland® until 2022. Much is her love and commitment to Good Food Ireland® she continues to work with the team in an advisory capacity, supporting new initiatives and breaking down barriers.
Margaret Jeffares
Margaret Jeffares
Margaret Jeffares is Founder and Managing Director of Good Food Ireland. She has worked in the agri, food and tourism hospitality industry for almost 30 years. Her diverse experience across the airline, tour operator, hotel, restaurant, food and visitor experience sectors, together with her creative energy and zest for innovation led Margaret to setting up a marketing and development consultancy business in 2000. She quickly forged links with a number of Irish and international agencies bringing Irish brands directly to international consumers. Margaret has held a number of Directorships and government appointed positions. Most recently she sat on the Advisory Board of Safefood, to provide strategic advice to the Chief Executive and senior management team.
Tom O’Connell
Tom O’Connell
Tom’s formative hotel and food and beverage experience started in Ireland leading to a career in hospitality spanning Europe the UK and Ireland with a training year also spent in New York City. An honours graduate in hospitality management from Shannon College. The consistent thread in Tom’s hospitality path has been the ability to spot trends, stay up-to-date and be consistently innovative. His career focus from the earliest training periods in Switzerland and New York was on Food & Beverage concepts and management efficiency. Innovation and change management have been central pillars of his career. Tom has a proven track record in operational and ownership / management roles within the hospitality business. Tom now works with owners and companies to advise and mentor with a focus on efficiency, innovation and profitability.
Dr Detta Melia
Dr Detta Melia
Dr Detta Melia is a lecturer in the School of Hospitality Management and Tourism, TU Dublin. A graduate of GMIT, Detta holds an MBA from DIT and a wide range of qualifications from the Spirit and Wine Education Trust, Food Safety Professionals Association and City and Guilds London Institute. Her industry experience spans hospitality and tourism. Detta has worked on a number of consultancy and training projects in Ireland and abroad. She has written a number of publications and conference papers, with papers presented to EuroCHRIE.
Kevin Shannon
Kevin Shannon
Kevin Shannon is Executive Chairman and Owner of Odyssey International, a Destination Management Company (DMC) based in Dublin. He has been delivering core Destination Management Services on the island of Ireland since 1985, specialising in international meetings, incentive trips, conferences and events. He loves the camaraderie in our business, the constant endeavour for excellence and the fact that we all work together to achieve it. Kevin has served as President of the Irish Tour Operators Association for three terms and was a member of the Tourism Council of Ireland under three Governments. He is renowned for creative excellence and for always thinking outside the box when it comes to fresh and exciting ideas.
John Wilson
John Wilson
John Wilson is drinks correspondent for The Irish Times, writing about wine, beer and spirits. On leaving college, he joined the wine business where he worked buying and selling wine both here and in the U.K. He then embarked on a career in journalism. He has written and edited various wine books, contributed to magazines, and appeared on television and radio. He has judged wine and drinks competitions in this country and abroad.
Maurice Keller
Maurice Keller
Maurice Keller has over 20 years experience in the food and hospitality sector.

Partners & Sponsors

Official sponsor

FBD Insurance

From managing suppliers, staff and service; running a business takes a lot of work and dedication. FBD Insurance know what it takes, and know that a little support can mean a lot to business owners. That is why, for over 50 years, FBD Insurance has been supporting Irish businesses and business owners with great value insurance. With this kind of industry experience FBD Insurance have unrivalled knowledge of local enterprises. That’s why they can talk sincerely about their service as being the hallmark of the company’s success.

Gold Partners

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Kerrygold

Kerrygold® is a proud Irish brand that retains deep tradition and enjoys a special relationship with consumers going back 60 years. The core Kerrygold® product is natural Irish premium butter, made from just two simple ingredients; cream and salt. Kerrgold® counts creaminess and deliciousness to only sourcing milk from grass-fed cows who graze on lush Irish pastures for 300 days a year.

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FBD Insurance

From managing suppliers, staff and service; running a business takes a lot of work and dedication. FBD Insurance know what it takes, and know that a little support can mean a lot to business owners. That is why, for over 50 years, FBD Insurance has been supporting Irish businesses and business owners with great value insurance. With this kind of industry experience FBD Insurance have unrivalled knowledge of local enterprises. That’s why they can talk sincerely about their service as being the hallmark of the company’s success.

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.


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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.

Host partner

Media Partner

The K Club, Co. Kildare
The K Club

Captivatingly moreish, varied yet fantastically focused; dining always comes with a generous dollop of passion and creativity at The K Club. Over the past two year, The K Club has worked to transform its food and drink spaces to guarantee superb flavour sensations, thoughtful attention to detail and produce-led dishes.

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IrishCentral

Headquarted in New York with an ancillary office in Dublin, IrishCentral is the trusted source for information related to Ireland and the Irish. It caters to 39 million Irish Americans and 70 million Irish diaspora and receives 2 million+ unique visitors per month.

Gold Partner
(TBC)

Gold Partner

GOLD Partner

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.

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.

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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
(TBC)

Irish Hereford Prime, Logo
Pure Cork Logo
IFAC, logo
National Dairy Council Logo
Bord Bia Logo
Ballymaloe Foods, Logo
Safefood
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PARTNERSHIP & Sponsorship

sponsorship opportunities 

Sponsoring the Good Food Ireland® Awards offers a compelling opportunity for your business to align itself with a premium brand, promote your values, expand your network, support local communities and reach a targeted audience interested in authentic Irish food and drink, culinary experiences and genuine Irish hospitality.

The benefits of sponsorship extend beyond marketing and branding, fostering business relationships, expanding market reach and contributing to the growth of the Irish food and drink industry.

For full Sponsorship Pack or to further discuss the benefits and opportunities for please contact:

Margaret Jeffares

Tel: +353 53 9158693

Email: [email protected]

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