Nine outstanding Donegal food producers have won awards at Blás na hÉireann 2025.
The 18th edition of Ireland’s annual food awards took place on Friday night in Dingle, County Kerry.
14 food producers from Donegal made the Blás shortlist, with a total of 9 taking home a coveted Blás award.
The Donegal producers who won in the bronze, silver and gold categories are as follows: Donegal Rapeseed Oil, Donegal Sea Salt Ltd., Filligans Handmade Preserves, Green Pastures Donegal, Kinnegar Brewing, Kombucha Na Dálaigh, Little Mammas Gelato, Natural Dairies and J.L Geary Trading Ltd.
J.L Geary Trading Ltd were also awarded Best in County at the awards, sponsored by the Donegal Local Enterprise Office.
“We are absolutely delighted to see J.L Geary Trading Ltd awarded Best in County Donegal at this year’s Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards. This achievement is a reflection of their dedication to craft, commitment to quality, and the authenticity that defines Donegal’s food producers,” said Brenda Hegarty, Head of Enterprise.
“Blas na hÉireann is a mark of excellence in Irish food and drink, and for J.L Gearytrading Ltd to be recognised among the best in the country is something the entire county can be proud of. Through initiatives like Food Coast Donegal, we continue to champion the stories behind our food – stories of passion, perseverance, and place. This award highlights just how far Donegal has come as a food-producing region, and we look forward to seeing what’s next for our local producers.”
Nine Donegal food producers win awards at Blás na hÉireann 2025! was last modified: October 4th, 2025 by Staff Writer