Weekend break: We find out why Galway is European Region of Gastronomy 2018

Galway has been named European Region of Gastronomy 2018. Catherine Murphy meets the people who contribute to its food scene.

Long- known for its beloved oyster festival, in recent years, Galway has raised its food game considerably, displaying a strong drive to place itself on the international food map.

The city hosts a plethora of food events; the Galway Food Festival is held every Easter while Food On the Edge, a symposium headed by Michelin starred chef JP McMahon, brings together some of the world’s top chefs to debate the future and sustainability of food.