5 May 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ballycotton Sea Adventures has launched its summer season 2023, coinciding with the inaugural Ballycotton F.A.T Fest of Irish Folk and Alternative Trad music over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Established in 2018, Ballycotton Sea Adventures runs bespoke maritime experiences. One of its main offerings is a boat trip... Read More
4 May 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie As the bathing season approaches, Cork County Council has launched a new virtual reality educational initiative aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of rip currents in our waters. Developed in partnership other Local Authorities, Water Safety Ireland and The Coast Guard, it is designed to give the... Read More
3 May 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Carbery Group, the West Cork based international ingredients, flavours, and award-winning cheese producer, has reported a positive financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2022. Overall, group turnover increased by 31% to just under €700.8m. Group turnover increased by 31% to €700.8m, while on a constant currency... Read More
3 May 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Bakestone Café & Pantry was founded by Cork natives Joe and Maura Carey in 2013 in Carrigtwohill. It offers an all-day menu with a focus on high-quality locally-sourced ingredients. In 2018, Bakestone Café added a new retail element to the business in the form of The Pantry which... Read More
2 May 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Business News Gillian Wheelan has been promoted to Managing Director and Ireland Country manager at Aspira – whose Ireland HQ is at it Penrose Dock in the City centre. The appointment comes at a time of sustained growth, with Aspira parent emagine reporting a staggering year-on-year increase of... Read More
2 May 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie When Sheffield United were drawn against Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final to be played at Wembley Stadium on the 22nd of April, the footballing world expected Erling Haaland to enjoy yet another field day in front of goal.The rampant Norwegian striker is on course for a... Read More
2 May 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The retail industry has seen huge changes in the last few decades from the introduction of card readers to the rise of online stores. However, there are many more changes that are likely to occur in the future. Below are just some of the future technologies and trends... Read More
2 May 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A Health & Wellbeing event is being held by Clóna Dairies and the National Dairy Council at Dunmore House in Clonakilty on Thursday 11th May in Aid of West Cork rapid Response. Speakers at the event will include Cork based Dietician Aoife McDonald, Kinsale chef Martin Shanahan of Fish Fishy restaurant, Stella O’Malley, psychotherapist,... Read More
1 May 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie The map is available to downloaded at https://www.corkcoco.ie/en/visitor/cork-county-historic-town-maps Cork County Council has launched a Historic Town Map of Fermoy. The informative illustrated map highlights key heritage sites and buildings in the town, offering a self-guided user-friendly informative tour of Fermoy. The Fermoy Town Map presents a brief history... Read More
30 April 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Business News: Team expands at one of Cork’s largest accountancy firms Quintas have appointed Brendan Moran as a Director of Quintas Capital. A member of The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Brendan brings over 20 years of experience to the team in investment structuring and corporate finance, having gained knowledge and... Read More
29 April 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Ballymaloe Foods has unveiled a fresh new look for its iconic Ballymaloe Relish product. The world-famous company worked with top Irish illustrators as well as branding consultancy True Story for the rebranding project and is rolling out the new designs to shelves nationwide and internationally. The much loved... Read More
28 April 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fans of music and almighty craic will descend on the West Cork village to partake in its world-renowned Ballydehob Jazz festival this weekend, from Friday 28 April to Monday 1 May, 2023. Camilla Griehsel world premiere of Mamasongue Source, and TarantaCeltica Moonshine Shindig Club: late night jazz DJs... Read More