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This Christmas, it's important to celebrate and champion the incredible talent of Ireland’s local producers.
Our country is known for its exceptional food and drink, and we’re fortunate to have an abundance of premium, homegrown products at our fingertips. Choosing to buy Irish means giving a meaningful, unique gift while also supporting local businesses and communities.
At ifac we have gathered a selection of fantastic gift ideas from Ireland’s artisan makers and ifac clients to help you find something special for everyone on your list.
From mouth-watering foodie gifts to thoughtful treats for the people you care about, here’s your guide to supporting Irish this festive season.
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Why not gift the experience of authentic Neapolitan pizza at home? The Dough Bros are putting Irish pizza on the map with their home pizza kits, made with the finest Irish ingredients. Perfect for a fun family activity or a cozy night in, these kits transform your kitchen into a pizzeria in no time.
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Treat someone to the comfort of Builín Blasta’s wholesome delights. From freshly baked breads and cakes to their in-house made retail products, their offerings are a celebration of quality and flavor. Their beautifully packaged hampers, available in-store or online, are guaranteed to bring joy to any foodie.
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For the cheese lover, Knockanore’s range of farmhouse cheeses, made from raw milk from their own pedigree Friesian herd, is a real treat. From mature white and red cheddar-style cheeses to their famous Oakwood smoked variety, each bite reflects the lush pastures of the Knockanore Valley.
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Cookie Dó is a family-rooted Irish brand born from a love of baking. Founded by Ciaran, the company channels decades of baking passion into a convenient, high-quality cookie dough product that lets consumers enjoy “fresh from the oven” cookies with minimal effort.
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The Fig Tree Restaurant (20 High Street, Kilkenny) is a warm, three-storey café-restaurant known for fresh, daily-prepared food and its own award-winning dressings. Handmade in Kilkenny using Irish cold-pressed rapeseed oil, their two main varieties — the vegan-friendly Original House Dressing and the Honey & Cayenne/Honey & Mustard dressing — are all gluten-free and known for their versatile use as salad dressings, marinades, dips or sauces.
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Sunshine Juice Ltd, based in Tinryland, Co Carlow, has been operating since 1998 and is the national leader in freshly-squeezed orange juice production.
The company, which also produces the “Walshe’s Really Fresh” and “Veg Out” brands, offer products that include juices, smoothies, fruit salads and frozen fruit.
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This festive season, let’s celebrate and uplift our home-grown producers by choosing gifts that are as meaningful as they are delicious.
When you opt for Irish-made products, you’re not only giving something special. You are backing the farmers, makers, and small businesses that form the heart of our communities. From gourmet treats for the food lover, to award-winning spirits for the aficionado, to comforting favourites for the home cook, every gift reflects true Irish craft and care.
As you finish your Christmas shopping, remember that each Irish product you pick spreads joy well beyond the person receiving it. It strengthens local economies, preserves traditions, and keeps our heritage thriving.