Fourteen Mayo producers win awards at Blas na hÉireann
Fourteen food and drink producers from County Mayo were honored at the 2026 Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards in Dingle. The awards celebrate the quality and innovation of local producers, with Go Meal receiving the 'Best in County' title.
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These awards highlight the economic and cultural importance of regional food production and the success of small-scale enterprises in Ireland.
FOURTEEN Mayo producers scooped awards at Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, in Dingle.
The largest and most influential food awards on the island saw 16 producers from Co. Mayo short-listed across a wide range of categories, with 14 taking home coveted Blas awards.
The bronze, silver and gold winners from the county include Achill Island Sea Salt, An Caomhnóra, Butty's Kitchen, Carr and Sons/Oceanpath, Wildwood Balsamics, Foxford Cafe, Go Meal, Hanley Catering, Jack & Eddie's, Mescan Brewery, O'Donoghue's Bakery, O'Haras of Foxford, Storehouse Bakery, Velvet Cloud, Western Brand and Wildwood Balsamics.
Go Meal was awarded Best in County, proudly sponsored by Mayo Local Enterprise Office.
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