Boyne Valley Flavours Celebrates 2024 Blas na hÉireann Finalists
At Boyne Valley Flavours, we are proud to be home to some of the most talented and passionate food producers in Ireland. This year, we are thrilled to celebrate our...
Read MoreA Taste of Triumph: Boyne Valley Flavours Producers Shine at the Great Taste 2024 Awards
We are delighted to share the news that producers in the Boyne Valley were awarded 20 Great Taste 2024 Awards including 3 products that were awarded the prestigious 3 stars.
Read MoreLeading the Charge: Boyne Valley's Innovative New Strategy
On Tuesday 18th June in the historic surroundings of Slane Castle the new Boyne Valley Food Development Strategy for 2024-2028, was proudly launched
Read MoreThe Local Advantage: Reasons to choose restaurants with local produce on the menu
The Boyne Valley is home to many fantastic eateries from fine dining to more casual experiences and everything in between all our members pledge to use local produce wherever possible...
Read MoreMillennium-old giant toppled by storms to become rare Irish oak whiskey casks
A thousand-year-old wild Irish oak tree toppled by a storm is set to be resurrected as rare Irish oak casks skilfully crafted in Ireland.
Read MoreBoyne Valley Producers Successful at Irish Food Writers' Guild Awards
We are delighted to share the news that Carlingford Oyster Company and Roll It Pastry were both winners at yesterdays Irish Food Writers' Guild Awards in Dublin. The awards, now in...
Read MoreDelicious Mother's Day Gifts
As Mother's Day approaches, it's time to celebrate the amazing women in our lives. What better way to show appreciation than with a delicious gift or experience from the Boyne...
Read MoreDelicious Valentines Day Gift Ideas
What better way to show you care this Valentines Day than with a delicious gift or experience? We have a whole host of suggestions from romantic gourmet getaways to beautiful...
Read MoreLondon’s Top Chefs visit Carlingford Oyster Company
Carlingford Oyster Company recently welcomed a delegation of 45 Chefs, from London’s finest restaurants who between them boast 15 Michelin stars to their farm in Carlingford, County Louth to learn...
Read MoreWhy you should join Boyne Valley Flavours in 2024
Discover Boyne Valley Flavours is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the region as a food destination. There are many benefits to becoming a member of the network.
Read MoreFestive cocktails crafted for cosiness and comfort
This Christmas, Boann Distillery is helping to warm up our winter evenings with two hot cocktails crafted to bring joy to every celebration. Elevate your festive gatherings with the Silks Spiced Apple Gin...
Read MoreBoyne Valley Flavour's Gift Guide Part 2; Eateries, Get Aways & Experiences
Treat friends and family to a promise of delicious experience in the Boyne Valley with a voucher this festive season. There are lots of great eateries, experiences & places to...
Read MoreBoyne Valley Flavour's Christmas Gift Guide Part 1 Delicious Food & Drinks
Buy Boyne Valley this Christmas! We all know the importance of shopping locally and supporting your local businesses and in the Boyne Valley we are absolutely spoilt for choice with...
Read MoreA Boyne Valley Flavours Christmas Dinner
It's the most important meal of the year and why not make it extra special by using food & drinks from the Boyne Valley. We are home to a plethora...
Read MoreChristmas Markets in the Boyne Valley
It's that time of year again! What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by visiting one of the many Christmas markets taking place across the Boyne Valley...
Read MoreDelicious Fun in the Boyne Valley this Bank Holiday Weekend
While the weather may not be playing ball there are still lots of great food events and experiences that you can enjoy in the Boyne Valley this long weekend. As...
Read MoreFarmer's Markets & Farm Shops in the Boyne Valley
Farmer's Markets and Farm Shops are a fantastic way to purchase the freshest, local and seasonal produce and here in the Boyne Valley we are home to a whole host...
Read MoreBoyne Valley Food Series Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary
The multi award-winning Boyne Valley Food Series is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year with a calendar full of immersive food events and experiences which celebrate our land, our heritage, our...
Read MoreWorld Gin Day survey reveals half of people want to know gin's origin before buying
As the world comes together to celebrate World Gin Day on June 10, new research from Silks Gin has shed light on the preferences and habits of gin drinkers.
Read MoreGrand Opening of the New What's For Pudding Kitchen
There was great excitement in What's for Pudding Headquarters just outside Kilmessan in County Meath recently. The Flaherty Family who own What's for Pudding were out in force and were...
Read MoreMerci Beaucoup Cakes Open New Bakery
A huge congratulations to our members Merci Beaucoup Cakes on the opening of their fabulous new Bakery on Castle Street in Ardee, County Louth.
Read MoreBoyne Valley Flavour's Summer Symposium
We recently hosted our Summer Symposium and Meet the Makers Showcase in the stunning surroundings of Slane Castle, and it was a great day getting to see so many of...
Read MoreBrabazon Restaurant celebrates its Grand Re-Opening
Brabazon Restaurant, at Tankardstown House, Slane, Co. Meath, right here in the Boyne Valley, has recently re-opened after undergoing expansion and renovations. To mark the occasion, they hosted a Grand Re-Opening evening,...
Read MoreReasons to become a member of Boyne Valley Flavours in 2024
There has never been a better time to join Boyne Valley Flavours, with the generous joint support of both Meath and Louth Co. Councils, and their respective LEOs. Our aim...
Read MoreCongratulations to Kevin and Seamus Sheridan
Kevin and Seamus Sheridan, owners and founders of Sheridans Cheesemongers receive: Irish Food Writers Guild Lifetime Achievement Award. ‘We are honoured and extremely grateful to receive the IFWG Lifetime Achievement...
Read MoreA Vision - The Centre of Food Culture, Boyne Valley
Our Vision document can be downloaded here Ireland has enjoyed a food and cultural revolution in the past 25 years. Our food producers, farmers and chefs have elevated our...
Read MoreDiscover the Flavours of the Boyne Valley this Bank Holiday Weekend
Discover the Flavours of the Boyne Valley this Bank Holiday Weekend Farmer markets, nature trails, tasty cakes, working mill tour and fun for all the family await on this June Bank...
Read MoreMichelin Guide Recommendation for Square Restaurant
We would like to wish a huge congratulations to Conor Halpenny and all his team at Square Restaurant in Dundalk County Louth on their recent recommendation in the distinguished Michelin...
Read MoreMinister McConalogue issues a call for proposals for Agri-Food Tourism Initiatives under the Rural Innovation and Development Fund
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D., has issued a call for proposals for Agri-Food Tourism Initiatives under the 2022 Rural Innovation and Development Fund.
Read MoreSamhain Festival Highlights 2021
Samhain Festival Highlights 2021
Read MoreWhiskey and Gin Winter Holiday Cocktails from Boann Distillery
As party season gets underway, Co. Meath distillery, Boann, has put together some tried-and-tested winter cocktail recipes to enjoy the festive season.
Read MoreBoyne Valley Flavour's Gift Card Guide
This Christmas give them something to look forward to with a voucher with an accommodation, restaurant or experience voucher.
Read MoreSuccess for Boyne Valley Flavour's Producers at Irish Quality Food & Drink Awards
The Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards recognize and celebrate the best in retail, wholesale and foodservice food and drink products available in Ireland. We were delighted to see our members Meade Farm...
Read MoreKids Events at Samhain Food Festival 5-7 November Kells
This November sees the welcome return of the Samhain Food Festival to Kells in County Meath from 5th-7th.
Read MoreGreat Taste Golden Fork Nomination for Carlingford Oyster Company
A huge congratulations and good luck to our member Carlingford Oyster Company on making it to the finals of the Great Taste Golden Fork Awards, one on 3 Irish companies...
Read MoreBoyne Valley Producers Successful at Blas na hEireann
This year we are very proud to say that our members brought back 13 awards to the Boyne Valley. A huge congratulations to them and to all the winning producers...
Read MoreBoyne Valley Businesses Announced as Origin Green Gold Members 2021
A huge congratulations to Newgrange Gold and Nick's Fish on being announced as Origin Green Gold Members 2021.
Read MoreGeorgina Campbell Awards 2021- Boyne Valley Winners
This year we are delighted to share that there are lots of Boyne Valley based winners in Georgina Campbell Awards 2021.
Read MoreIrish and US distilleries study role climate plays in taste of whiskey
A major transatlantic project is underway to study how weather conditions and climate affect the taste of whiskey matured 7,000km apart.
Read MoreBoyne Valley Producers make it to Blas na hÉireann Finals
This year there are no less than 15 of our members to make it through to the finals and we would like to wish them all a huge good luck...
Read MoreBoann Distillery's vintage mashbills to be showcased at major whiskey festival.
A distillery's project to resurrect Irish whiskey recipes lost for up to 200 years, is to be showcased at a major festival celebrating the spirit.The full story behind the famous...
Read MoreThe Best Foodie Activities for Families this Summer.
This Summer there is so much to see, do and most importantly taste in the Boyne Valley! As many of us are enjoying staycations this summer or discovering what is...
Read More"sea louth" Scenic Seafood Trail
Have you discovered Louth's seafood trail yet? With a tempting array of fresh local seafood on offer at over 40 participating restaurants, you will be spoilt for choice! The sea...
Read MoreEscape to the Country with a visit to Hogan's Farm Shop Cafe
Many may know Hogan’s Farm for their Turkey but there is more to this farm than one may think! This summer the team in Hogans opened up a fabulous new...
Read MorePlace on a Plate; Cafe Culture
Sit back, relax and soak up some café culture in the Boyne Valley this Summer. Is there anything nicer than a finding a few minutes in your day to sit...
Read MoreMother and daughter beekeepers take on the gin world!
A mother and daughter are banking on their new venture being the bee’s knees – after a swarm captured from a farm gate inspired their gin enterprise. Marie Cooney and...
Read MoreWatch out for Boyne Valley producers in Aldi!
Three food and drink suppliers from County Louth are among 57 suppliers nationwide chosen to supply Aldi’s 145 stores through its 'Grow with Aldi' supplier development programme which kicks off...
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