Dining & Drinks

AUTUMN BBQ ON THE TERRACE

AUTUMN BBQ ON THE TERRACE

AT THE KILKENNY RIVER COURT HOTEL

Enjoy a sumptuous BBQ with live music on the Kilkenny Rivercourt Hotel Kilkenny terrace, taking in the stunning views of Kilkenny Castle overlooking the River Nore. 

Cookery Demonstration

THE GREAT KILKENNY BAKE OFF!

THE GREAT KILKENNY BAKE OFF!

HOSTED BY MOUNTAIN VIEW

Let’s raise some ‘dough’ for the Irish Heart Foundation at Savour Kilkenny this year! Tickets to this event are now SOLD OUT but you can still enter the fantastic raffle online by donating to their Go Fund Me page.

Cookery Demonstration

‘SIMPLICITY’ BY MOUNT JULIET ESTATE

‘SIMPLICITY’ BY MOUNT JULIET ESTATE

WITH EXECUTIVE CHEF ANDY NOLAN & CHEF LUIS HERNANDEZ

The chef duo from the multi-award-winning The Hound Restaurant at Hunter’s Yard Hotel on the Mount Juliet Estate, will be creating delicious dishes, with simplicity being the key.

Dining & Drinks

BORSCHT CAFE

BORSCHT CAFE

WITH THE KILKENNY UKRAINIAN COMMUNITY

The Ukrainian community in Kilkenny with the support of Kilkenny Leader Partnership invite you to sample typical Ukrainian casual food for breakfast or lunch at their Borscht Cafe pop up in The Home Rule Club.

Savour Market

YOUNG FOOD PRODUCERS

YOUNG FOOD PRODUCERS

TASTY TREATS FROM THE FOOD PRODUCERS OF THE FUTURE

Meet Kilkenny food producers of the future at the Young food Producers Market. This indoor market showcases the culinary skills and inventions of young chefs, bakers and entrepreneurs from first to sixth year.

Cookery Demonstration

DERRY CLARKE

DERRY CLARKE

COOKERY DEMO

Derry Clarke is a Michelin Star Chef and owner of the award-winning restaurant, l’Ecrivain in Dublin, where he has been Chef and Patron for over 25 years.

Dining & Drinks

SAVOUR STREET COCKTAILS

SAVOUR STREET COCKTAILS

COCKTAIL BAR & DEMONSTRATIONS

Join iNua mixologist José Mader, for a special selection of incredible cocktail creations served in style in our Savour Street Cocktail bar at the Brasserie, Hibernian Hotel. Then pick up the tricks of the trade at José’s cocktail demos.

Family & Kids

Children’s Entertainment at Kilkenny Castle Park

Children’s Entertainment at Kilkenny Castle Park

Children’s entertainment and kids show in Kilkenny Castle Park. Free fun for all the family on Sunday October 30th.

Talks & Workshops

COFFEE DISCOVERY

COFFEE DISCOVERY

PRESENTED BY: BROCK LEWIN, BADGER & DODO ROASTERS

Discover the subtle palate of coffee, learn about what influences a ‘cup’s profile’ and try some samples.

Cookery Demonstration

KEVIN DUNDON

KEVIN DUNDON

COOKERY DEMO

Arguably one of Ireland’s best-loved and most recognised chefs, Kevin can usually be found busy at work in one of Dunbrody House kitchens, the cookery school, or online.

Family & Kids

Monsieur Gusto at Market Cross

Monsieur Gusto at Market Cross

Family Entertainment Show

The All Skills, No Frills Show! One Chair, One Table, One super stuffed Suitcase and a new Three Piece Suit! Acrobatics, juggling and some newspaper magic. Fun for all the family at Market Cross!

Dining & Drinks

BIKE AND BRUNCH

BIKE AND BRUNCH

A leisurely cycle to Knockdrinna Farmhouse

A unique day out! Enjoy a scenic cycle and seasonal brunch with the best local ingredients.

Sustainable Hub

International Context for Food Security

International Context for Food Security

Organised by the Kilkenny LEADER Partnership

Discussion on the international context for food security with Dr Catherine Corcoran and a Farmer from the Ukraine. Savour Kilkenny Food Festival – Sustainable Hub Saturday. Free talks and discussions.

Sustainable Hub

Farming and Growing; A Social Dimension

Farming and Growing; A Social Dimension

Organised by Kilkenny LEADER Partnership

This session on the social dimension of farming and growing will look at the Farmer Wellbeing Programme, social farming and community allotments. It is a free event with speakers and contributors from around county Kilkenny.

Sustainable Hub

One Cauldron: How can Nature and Farming Exist Together?

One Cauldron: How can Nature and Farming Exist Together?

SUSTAINABLE HUB SATURDAY

Sustainable Hub

What does a sustainable food system look like for Ireland?

What does a sustainable food system look like for Ireland?

SUSTAINABLE HUB SUNDAY

On Savour Sunday the Sustainable Hub will host a series of talks, discussions and panels on what farming can do to support biodiversity and climate action. Presented by critics, farmers and activists and curated by Sadhbh O’Neill.