FOR many, one of life’s greatest career dreams is to work in a area that excites their passion and determination.

Food producers from across Cork and Kerry will gather for a regional ‘food summit’ next week to explore ways of boosting an industry which has the potential to create up to 2,500 jobs over the next eight years.

Artisan food companies in Cork and Kerry are joining forces to promote their wares and build on current employment levels.

A new initiative has been launched to help women start or improve their own business.

NOT content with being the tourism and Gaelic football capital, Kerry could also boast about being top of the charts nationally in relation to arts funding.