Renowned for its fresh seafood, artisanal cheeses, and locally sourced produce, Waterford is a food lover’s paradise. From cosy cafes and trendy bistros to fine dining restaurants and traditional Irish pubs, the city offers a diverse range of culinary experiences to suit all tastes and budgets.
From hidden gems to popular hotspots, we’ve got you covered with all the latest information and insider tips to make the most of your culinary journey in the city. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, we invite you to indulge your senses and savour the flavours of Waterford.
With only a few weeks left of Winterval, here’s a handy itinerary to make the most of Ireland’s largest Christmas Festival before it’s all over on December 23.
One of the main attractions for Winterval 2023 is the annual Winterval Glenveagh Christmas Market. This year, more than 100 food, craft and drinks producers and creators feature across the festival.
This Friday (November 17), Santa Claus will roll into Waterford City inside a gigantic festive bauble, partaking in a Christmas Parade which will culminate at the Winterval Main Stage at the top of John Robert’s Square. The city’s Christmas lights will be switched on, with the Mayor of Waterford, Cllr. Joe Conway, marking the official opening of Ireland’s Christmas Festival.
Taste Waterford, the food and drink network of the county, launched a new food tour in May this year…and it’s growing in popularity with locals and tourists alike. The focus of the tour is on the Comeragh Mountains and gives you the opportunity to see what it’s like to live and work in this special landscape.
Lovers of great food and the outdoors are in for an unforgettable weekend as the Vitamin Sea Festival returns to Tramore for the third time this Friday, September 15.
The countdown is on to the 14th annual Waterford Harvest Festival this weekend (September 8 to 10). We can look forward to a massive food market–nearly twice the size of the festival’s market last year!
Visitors to Waterford’s Harvest Festival this weekend (September 8 to 10) are invited to step into a world of culinary curiosity and thought-provoking discussions. GIY (Grow It Yourself) will present a captivating lineup of talks and debates that delve into the heart of pressing food issues with a series of free talks on the “Food Matters” stage, proudly sponsored by Waterford Chamber Skillnet.
The countdown is well and truly on for All Together Now 2023 on the 3,000-acre site at the stunning Curraghmore Estate in Portlaw. The festival, set across natural amphitheaters, rolling lawns, gentle hills, and hidden forests takes place this weekend.
Ireland’s premiere street arts fiesta, Spraoi International Street Arts Festival featuring performers from around the world, will transform Waterford streets and squares into outdoor stages on August 4th, 5th and 6th.
The Comeragh’s Wild Festival 2023 kicks off today and runs until Sunday with a packed schedule of events. The festival, celebrating its ninth year, is a great way to explore the breathtaking region of the county from the Copper Coast to the Comeragh Mountains and Nire Valley. It will be an unforgettable four days of music, theatre, outdoor activities and family fun.
Waterford Whisky’s Growers Gathering Festival takes place from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. this Saturday, June 24 at the Waterford Distillery on Grattan Quay.
Trade Coffee and Phil Grimes pub have teamed up for an extended Philly Fair to celebrate the sunny bank holiday weekend this Saturday.