The Cork & Kerry Food Festival (Cork City Hall, Sat 31 October and Sun 1 November) is a vibrant celebration of our thriving food culture. It’s where producers, chefs, buyers and food lovers come together to discover new tastes, explore fresh ideas and be part of the community that makes Cork and Kerry a world-class centre of excellence for food and drink.

🍴 Food & Beverage Managers

For food and beverage managers, the festival is a chance to see what’s new and meet suppliers. It’s an opportunity to stay tuned in to emerging trends, meet some of the most creative people in the food sector and build relationships.

🛒 Purchasing Managers

Purchasing managers will find the Cork & Kerry Food Festival invaluable for sourcing high-quality local products from artisan producers at the heart of Ireland’s food and drinks sector. It’s a chance to meet suppliers face to face, hear their stories and connect with some outstanding businesses.

👩‍🍳 Chefs

Chefs will discover a world of potential ingredients and innovative products to spark creativity in the kitchen. From artisan specialities to inspiring ideas, the festival offers endless inspiration to keep dishes exciting and on-trend. It’s also a chance to connect with the Cork & Kerry food community and meet people working at the cutting edge of the sector.

🏪 Restaurant & Café Owners

For restaurant and café owners, the festival offers a wealth of ideas to refresh menus, attract new customers and strengthen your business. Discover, taste and explore amazing local products that will keep your menus fresh and full of flair. It’s also a chance to meet producers and artisans driving innovation and keeping Cork & Kerry on the map as a centre of excellence for food and drink.

🎪 Catering Managers & Event Planners

Catering managers and event planners will find innovative products that add a touch of artisanal magic to make events really stand out. Meet and get to know suppliers, discover, taste and explore products full of local flair, and build a network that helps deliver smooth, successful events with a distinctive edge.

🌍 Food Lovers

The festival is open to everyone. Visitors can discover and explore the very best of Cork and Kerry’s food scene and meet the outstanding producers and professionals who shape it.