Midleton Farmers Market ★ 4.5
One of Munster's best farmers markets, held every Saturday in Midleton town centre 09:30 to 13:00. Known for East Cork wild mushrooms and artisan cheese.
Markets in East Cork
Food Tours in East Cork
Ballymaloe Cookery School Tour ★ 4.7
The daily afternoon demonstration at Ballymaloe Cookery School, run by Darina Allen since 1983 on a 100-acre organic farm. At €70 per person, visitors join.
Food Festivals in East Cork
Ballymaloe Festival of Food ★ 4.8
Ireland's most celebrated boutique food festival, held annually in May on the Ballymaloe House grounds in East Cork. The 2026 edition runs 15-17 May.
fEast Cork ★ 4.4
A six-day food and drink festival in Midleton, East Cork, celebrating the region's exceptional agricultural and culinary heritage. Running 2-7 September.
Cooking Classes in East Cork
Ballymaloe Cookery School Short Courses ★ 4.9
The world's most famous Irish cookery school, founded by Darina Allen in 1983 on a 100-acre organic farm. Short courses run from half-day to five days.
Ballymaloe Cookery School Baking Courses ★ 4.8
Ballymaloe's dedicated bread and baking strand, encompassing sourdough masterclasses, Irish bread techniques, pastry and confectionery. The school's own.
Food Day Trips in East Cork
Ballymaloe Estate and Cookery School ★ 4.9
The birthplace of modern Irish cuisine, 35 km east of Cork city near Shanagarry. Myrtle Allen opened Ballymaloe House as a restaurant in 1964, serving.
Midleton Distillery Experience and Farmers Market ★ 4.5
A dual Cork day trip: the Midleton Distillery Experience (home of Jameson) and Midleton Farmers Market every Saturday 09:30 to 13:00. 20 km from Cork city.