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Carlow Tourism is delighted to announce the inaugural Restaurant Week, celebrating the rich history of food and local culinary talent in County Carlow.

Taking place from this Saturday, October 26th – November 2nd eleven members of the Carlow Food Network will showcase dedicated Carlow dishes that highlight the county’s unique agricultural heritage. This initiative not only promotes the incredible flavours of the county but also marks a significant step in making Carlow’s culinary offerings more prominent on local menus.

Nestled between the picturesque River’s Barrow and Slaney and the majestic Blackstairs Mountains, Carlow is renowned for its exceptional produce. The county’s fertile soil and favourable climate have historically made it a hub for food production, where grand estates flourished with gardens full of fruits, vegetables and herbs. This legacy continues to shape Carlow’s vibrant food scene today.

During Carlow Restaurant Week, each participating restaurant will feature a dedicated Carlow dish, crafted with locally sourced ingredients. From hearty soups like the Rooster Booster Soup in the Goodly Barrow Waterways Museum and Café, to vibrant international dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala served with Saag Aloo (spinach and Rooster potato) and pilau rice at New Moon Indian Restaurant in Tullow, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy Rachel’s Braised Beef Stew made with O’Hara’s Stout and served alongside Rooster potatoes in Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven, or savour Reddy’s Slow Roasted Shank of Lamb paired with creamy mashed Roosters and roasted root vegetables. Experience the Herb Crusted Rack of Ballon Lamb at Teach Dolmain, complemented by Carlow Rooster fondant potatoes and a rosemary reduction. The Seven Oaks Hotel offers a comforting Beef and Vegetable Carlow Ale Casserole with Champ made from Rooster potatoes, while the Talbot Hotel features Grilled Kilmore Quay Hake with a medley of Carlow produce. And don’t miss the Carlow Spudlicious Chocolate Cake at Woodford Dolmen Hotel for a sweet finish – a unique, rich and delicious chocolate cake made with Carlow’s finest rooster potatoes and topped with a chocolate ganache! Of course, Carlow Farmers Market which takes place each Saturday during Restaurant Week will celebrate the wide variety of produce it offers from fresh fruit and vegetables to meats, cheese, jams, chutneys and home baking.

Reservations are welcomed though not essential, and the full list of participating premises can be found on www.carlowtourism.com/carlow-food-network/ or www.carlowtourism.com


The Carlow Food Network Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Local Enterprise Office Carlow Carlow County Council Community Information Fáilte Ireland Ireland's Ancient East Cafe de mode Carlow Farmers Market The Goodly Barrow Museum and Café, Goresbridge The lazy river cafe.
New Moon tullow Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven Reddys Bar & Restaurant Teach Dolmain Seven Oaks Hotel Carlow Talbot Hotel Carlow Woodford Dolmen Hotel
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