Cork

Ballymaloe may be becoming more famous for its internationally renowned cookery school but this elegant country house is where it all started. The restaurant uses the finest local ingredients, many of which are grown in the farm and garden and focuses on high-quality home cooking. 

Whether you want to learn to cook or simply enjoy the fantastic food, Island Cottage is a unique spot on a small island.

Kinsale’s popular gourmet food festival in October draws the food cognoscenti from all over Europe, and is a celebration of all the town has to offer.