The English Market is a vibrant hub of activity in the heart of Cork all year round and at Christmas, it comes to life even more. Twinkling lights, festive decorations and decadent displays along with food offerings and gift hampers enhance its magical atmosphere from mid-November onwards, creating a destination shopping experience like no other.
The English Market is the perfect location for all shopping and gifting needs, especially for those who wish to support local Irish producers and suppliers. Below are a selection of English Market traders, offering a delightful selection of seasonal products and food hampers that make perfect gifts for loved ones and friends or as a special treat to enjoy all for yourself!
‘English Market Gift Vouchers are also available to purchase at any stall in the market and are now available ONLINE for the first time. The vouchers can be redeemed at every market stall and make ideal last minute gifts! Visit the English Market website to find out more.
The Roughty Foodie West Cork Hamper €150
The Roughty Foodie ‘West Cork Feast Hamper’ from €150 contains a collection of the finest local Irish artisan award-winning produce, including Margo’s Christmas Cake, pudding, homemade cranberry, apple and port sauce, cucumber pickle, lemon curd, spiced plum and whiskey marmalade, Lorge Chocolates, West Cork Coffee, Barry’s Tea, Seymour’s Biscuits, Christmas Selection of O’ Conaill’s hot chocolate, Gubeen and Coolea cheese, spiced beef, smoked salmon, home made fig chutney, fresh chestnuts and figs . -with everything you need in one hamper for home entertaining or gifting this Christmas. The ‘West Cork Feast’ hampers start at €150 and can also be made to order, with the option of adding in a bottle of wine, prosecco or champagne from Bubble Brothers Wine Merchants. Order at The Roughty Foodie stall at The English Market or online for home delivery at www.theroughtyfoodie.com
Terra Ignis
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Terra Ignis Fermentation Workshop €75
Give the gift of gut health this Christmas with an exclusive, intimate workshop with the owners of Terra Ignis, Wild Fermentation Company. Empower yourself or a loved one with the ability to craft their own ferments with a range of ingredients. Workshops will run throughout the New Year in a city centre location and are suitable for all levels. For more information, stop by The English Market or email terraignisireland@gmail.
K. O_Connell_s Irish Oak Smoked Salmon
K. O’Connell’s Fish Merchants, Irish Oak Smoked Salmon from €15 – €40. K. O’Connell’s is renowned for its award-winning selection of fresh fish and seafood. K.O’Connell’s pre-sliced Irish Oak Smoked Salmon sides and half-sides are particularly popular at Christmas and make great gifts or corporate gifts. Try it on a little buttered soda bread with a little squeeze of lemon and a twist of black pepper for the perfect starter or hors d’oeuvre. Available to purchase in the market or order by contacting freshfish@eircom.
Hederman Mostly Smoked Fish Gift Selection from €7
Hederman Smoked Salmon – 40 years of Panache and Provenance – Christmas selection. Hederman Smoked Salmon is renowned for producing finest quality, locally-sourced, artisan smoked salmon and smoked fish, that make the perfect gifts at Christmas. Choose from traditional cold-smoked salmon, which has a sublime melt-in-your-mouth quality, succulent hot-smoked salmon, smoked mackerel and mussels, smoked butter and spices, pâtés or simply choose a nice smoked fillet piece, carefully prepared and beautifully presented in Hederman’s signature gift wrapping. Customers can also create their own hampers at the Hederman market stall or on their website. Prices start at €7 for smoked mackerel fillet packs and hampers cost between €90 and €150 and are available for delivery anywhere in Ireland and the EU. To find out more, visit www.frankhederman.com.
The Chocolate Shop -_Chocolate Box_Red
The Chocolate Shop chocolate gifts and gift boxes from €7. The Chocolate Shop at The English Market is home to a stunning collection of the finest Irish and luxury chocolates, from chocolatiers such as Lorges Chocolate, Wilkie’s, NearyNógs, Skelligs Chocolates and more. The Luxury Chocolate Gift Boxes are a timeless classic and include an assortment of best-selling favourites – mostly milk chocolates with some white and some dark. You can also curate your own box of personal favourites – whether it’s caramels, pralines or truffles – or a combination of many different varieties. The Luxury Chocolate Gift Boxes start at €20 for 20 chocolates and are available to purchase at The English Market stall or on www.chocolate.ie for delivery nationwide.
Charlie Mahon Ceramics Gra Heart Small Rectangular Platter €30.00
Charlie Mahon Ceramics Mac Large Bowl – €115.00 Perfect for Presentation on your dining table www.charliemahon.com
Charlie Mahon Ceramics – from €25 to €115
To compliment all that beautiful food the English Market provides, why not call to Charlie
Mahon Ceramics for something special to present your festive fare. Charlie Mahon provides a selection of Irish handmade ceramics, from fabulous presentation platters and bowls to mugs and plates that are sure to enhance your dining experience. For a gift of something traditional but with a contemporary twist, surprise your loved one with a Breakfast Set which will make a special gift they will always appreciate and will think of you when they use them!
Also available at The English Market is Cork’s best variety of local seasonal meats, fish, fresh produce and more – including free-range turkeys, Cork’s famous spiced beef, award-winning smoked and unsmoked hams, smoked salmon, mince pies, Christmas cakes, and puddings with all the trimmings, homemade preserves and a further variety of food produce and selection of gifts from individual traders – offering everything you need, all under one roof this festive season. Visit The English Market in Cork and find out more online at https://www.corkcity.ie/en/
