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Three spirits from Boann Distillery have been announced as country winners at the prestigious World Drinks Awards 2025, securing their place in the global final to compete for the coveted ‘World’s Best’ titles....

Boann Distillery has emerged as a double award winner at the prestigious Icons of Whisky Ireland Awards 2025, held at the InterContinental Hotel in Dublin yesterday.  The family-owned Meath distillery was...

Try this delicious recipe from chefs Tara Walker and Conor Halpenny developed as part of our Boyne Valley Bites initative that sees dishes featuring local ingredients feature on menus, make...

At Boyne Valley Flavours, we love celebrating our incredible members and this week, we’re chatting with Siobháin McShane-Loy, owner of Tastees, an artisan food business based in Clogherhead, Co. Louth.

Dunany Spelt & Meade Farm Potato Farl with Hugh Maguire’s Smoked Black Pudding, Poached Eggs & A Bit on the Side Green Jalapeno Jelly. This is a delicious dish created by...

This Christmas season, surprise your loved ones with a gift they'll cherish—a gourmet getaway in the Boyne Valley. Nestled in Ireland's Ancient East, the Boyne Valley is a treasure trove...

Dive into the thriving restaurant and café scene in the Boyne Valley, where you’ll find menus brimming with the finest local food and beverages. These eateries highlight the region’s dedication...

For many of us the most important meal of the year is Christmas dinner and we put huge amounts of effort into making it special.  An easy way to ensure...

There has never been a better time to join Boyne Valley Flavours, with the joint support of both Meath and Louth County Councils, their respective Local Enterprise Offices, and our...

Celebrate the magic of Christmas by supporting the exceptional local producers of the Boyne Valley. From gourmet delights to sustainable gifts, these businesses offer something for everyone. Explore our Boyne...

The Boyne Valley is a hub of incredible food, drink, and community spirit, and Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate everything that makes the region special. At Boyne Valley...

We are delighted to extend a huge congratulations to the fantastic Boyne Valley producers who triumphed at the Blas na hÉireann Awards in Dingle over the weekend! The Blas na hÉireann Awards...

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...

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. 

On Tuesday 18th June in the historic surroundings of Slane Castle the new Boyne Valley Food Development Strategy for 2024-2028, was proudly launched

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...

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. 

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

URBÓ is a delicious, wholesome milk-based drink, produced using only natural ingredients on our Irish family farm in the heart of the Boyne Valley in Co. Meath.

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...

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.

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...

A huge congratulations to our members Merci Beaucoup Cakes on the opening of their fabulous new Bakery on Castle Street in Ardee, County Louth.

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...

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,...

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...

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...

   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...

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...

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...

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.

Samhain Festival Highlights 2021

As party season gets underway, Co. Meath distillery, Boann, has put together some tried-and-tested winter cocktail recipes to enjoy the festive season.

This Christmas give them something to look forward to with a voucher with an accommodation, restaurant or experience voucher. 

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...

This November sees the welcome return of the Samhain Food Festival to Kells in County Meath from 5th-7th. 

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...