Thousands due at Waterford gourmet festival

Thousands of foodies are expected in Dungarvan this weekend as the fifth Waterford Festival of Food celebrates the best of local artisan food producers.

Several big names from the culinary world will visit Dungarvan, including British-based Michelin star chef Angela Hartnett, Richard Corrigan, Dylan McGrath, Martin Shanahan, and Nick Munier. And a host of well-known local chefs and cooks will also be taking part, including Paul Flynn of The Tannery and Eunice Power.

This year’s Festival of Food programme has been expanded and is more diverse than ever. As well as many popular events returning, there are lots of new ones including a free Nutrition & Health Foundation workshop in the town hall on Friday, where former RTÉ broadcaster Míchael Ó Muircheartaigh will be sharing some of his secrets of a healthy lifestyle.