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I had the privilege of attending this year’s parade and Sheep Drive, and it’s one of those experiences that stays with you long after the day itself. Standing in the heart of the City of London, watching Liverymen in full regalia and sheep making their steady, unapologetic way through the streets, I was struck by […]

There’s something special about stopping in your tracks while walking through town — that moment when a shop window catches your eye and invites you to look a little closer. That’s exactly what our latest window initiative in Clonmel is all about. In collaboration with Tony of Anne Fitzpatrick Florist, the South Tipperary Art Group […]

A True Taste of Tipperary On Friday, 16th August, I had the privilege — as a founding member of the Tipperary Food Producers Network — of attending our Long Table Dinner at Cashel Palace Hotel, and this one felt particularly special. We’ve hosted Long Table Dinners before, always in magnificent settings, but this year’s event […]

James Whelan Butchers has partnered with Too Good To Go ahead of Christmas to show shoppers how to make the most of their leftovers. This Christmas, 57% of Irish adults will have leftover food after Christmas dinner, equating to approximately one million households nationally, according to research commissioned by Too Good To Go. Noting this, James Whelan Butchers […]

THE IRISH BEEF BOOK All proceeds from our special 10th Anniversary Edition of The Irish Beef Book go to two resolute charities – Cork Penny Dinners and The Capuchin Day Centre. ‘Food unites people and the proceeds of The Irish Beef Book will help the people who really need support.’ Pat Whelan The book has […]

SHOP TALK: BEHIND THE APRON, CLONMEL EDITION James Whelan Butchers has 14 butcher shops around the country, each with its own unique charm and character. This week, we’re taking you behind the scenes at our Clonmel shop for a friendly chin-wag with the team. Meet David, our skilled Master Butcher, and Trish, our accomplished Shop […]