We offer a diverse range of events, from educational sessions on food culture, history and preservation to hands-on workshops in traditional skills. Celebrate with us through vibrant events that highlight the rich traditions and unique tastes of our region. Engage, learn, and celebrate as we keep our cultural heritage alive and thriving.
Join John and Sally McKenna for a fascinating deep dive into cheesemaking in Ireland. Cheesemakers in their cheesemaking capture the holistic oneness of nature – animal, plant and human in one landscape. John and Sally will discuss this holistic vision of artisan food production with some of Ireland’s leading cheesemakers, and conduct a tasting that […]
Join JP McMahon as he cooks recipes inspired by his new book – An Irish Food Story 100 Foods that Made Us ‘This book is about the story of Irish food and food in Ireland. They may seem like the same thing, but they’re not.’ An Irish Food Story looks at history, culture and identity […]
Join us for an afternoon of tea, conversation, and hospitality as we explore the rich cultural significance of tea with authors Dr. Detta Melia and Dr. Ann T. Conway. The authors will discuss their contribution to a pioneering book that delves into the unique tea-related habits and rituals of Europe, with their chapter focusing on Tea […]
Join George Lamb, co-founder of Wildfarmed and GROW, as he shares his journey from the entertainment industry to sustainable agriculture. At this thought-provoking event, George will discuss his mission to make a lasting, positive impact on society through regenerative farming and food education. He’ll delve into the founding of Wildfarmed in 2019, a company dedicated to improving soil health […]
Join hosts Santina Kennedy and Blanca Valencia for Art Plate, an immersive event where four iconic Irish paintings from the National Gallery come to life through the lens of food and drink. Step into these artworks as we explore their stories across different centuries, social classes, and hospitality customs. Seat at four distinct table settings […]
Join Ali Dunworth in conversation with Eibhlin Colgan, the Guinness archivist, as they explore the cultural significance of pints in Ireland, focusing on the iconic status of Guinness. Discover how a simple pint of plain became the drink of choice for many and why it resonates with people around the globe. We will touch on […]
