Wednesday, 13th August '25

Future of Food Breakfast with The Irish Examiner, sponsored by Musgrave

10.00am-12noon, Wednesday 13th August, Good Day Deli, Nano Nagle Place

The very first event of this year's Cork on a Fork Fest will focus on the business of food, in partnership with the Irish Examiner and Musgrave. Hear first-hand insights from businesses on challenges and opportunities, MC'd by the Irish Examiner senior food writer Joe McNamee. You’ll also enjoy a delicious breakfast filled with local produce and receive a goody bag to take home.
Open to businesses or individuals involved in Cork's food industry.

Tickets: FREE. Limited places. Please express interest to attend or take part in the panel by emailing corkonaforkfest@gmail.com

Cork Food History Guided Tour

10.00am-12noon, Wednesday 13th August, Cork City Centre

A walking history tour of the city centre with food tastings along the way. Visit the English Market and Butter Museum with stops to sample various foods and chat. Learn about Cork’s food and drink history dating back to Viking times.

Tickets: €70. Book here.

Cork Culinary Tour

11am-2pm, Wednesday 13th August, Cork City Centre

A tour of storytelling, Irish culture, food and drink. Wander through the English Market and enjoy the very best the city has to offer. Includes tastings of local award-winning cheese, mouthwatering seafood fresh from the Atlantic, handmade Irish bread, gourmet country sausages, and more. The tour finishes in a relaxed gastro pub where guests can enjoy a sharing platter and a creamy pint of a local beverage of choice.

Tickets €110 per adult, €80/Per Youth 12-18, €35 per child.  Book here

Taste the Goodness Community Garden Party

12.30pm – 4pm, Wednesday 13th August, Knocknaheeny Hollyhill Community Garden (Behind Apple Green garage)

Join NICHE Health Project at Knocknaheeny Community Garden for a special open garden party. Open to everyone, you'll enjoy freshly baked cob oven pizza and refreshing drinks. Plus, enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful garden and some music. A perfect family outing!

Tickets: FREE. No booking required. Donations welcome

The Met x Maharani Afternoon Tea

1-4pm, Wednesday 13th August, The Met, Metropole Hotel

The Met and Rebel City Distillery come together for a delicious fusion Of Cork and Kerala for this special Afternoon Tea, blending local flavours with Indian botanicals. Guests will be welcomed with a refreshing Maharani Gin & Tonic, followed by a Summer Berry Afternoon Tea inspired by the bold flavours of Maharani Gin—crafted in Cork using botanicals from a women’s co-op in Kerala. Sweet and savoury treats will be served with tea and coffee in the elegant Tea Room at The Metropole.

Tickets €45 pp. Book here

Botanics & Bites at Bloom

1-6pm, Wednesday 13th August, Bloom at Hayfield Manor

Indulge in a carefully crafted botanical cocktail and a sharing board featuring a selection of produce from leading local suppliers for two in Hayfield Hotel's garden venue Bloom. This offer is available daily throughout the duration of the festival.

Tickets €50 for 2.  To book call 021 4845900 or email events@hayfieldmanor.ie

Summer Tapas on the Terrace

From 3pm, Wednesday 13th August, Cornstore Cork

Guests will enjoy a signature Midleton Whiskey cocktail paired with a locally-sourced tapas plate on the terrace for €35. To enhance the experience guests can also opt for a Midleton Whiskey tasting board or indulge in a whiskey-inspired dessert—crafted with care and Cork flavour.

Tickets €35. To book tel 021 4274777 or email cork@cornstore.com

VQ Shared Table, sponsored by Birra Moretti

5pm - 9pm, Wednesday 13th August, MacCurtain Street

This spectacular dining experience will see 450 guests dine outdoors at a shared table on MacCurtain Street. The chef collaboration between 20+ businesses celebrates the vibrant flavours of the VQ area – with The Glass Curtain, The Metropole Hotel, Greenes, Isaacs Restaurant, Da Mirco, Gallaghers, Paladar, Eco Fish, The Dean, Cask, The Address, Thompson's, Moxy Cork, The Shelbourne Bar, Gabriel House, Son of a Bun, and Crust.

Enjoy a Maharini Gin and Birra Moretti drinks reception, sharing plates, wine by MacCurtain Wine Cellar, a West Cork Whiskey. Sponsored by Birra Moretti, with support from TS Events and Clonakilty Blackpudding.

Tickets: €150 including drinks on sale Friday 9th May. Book here.
In case of bad weather, the event will move to The Metropole Hotel. Vegetarian options available but dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated.

Wine, Cheese & Charcuterie Evening

7pm, Wednesday 13th August, The Kingsley

An evening of great wine, expertly paired with artisan charcuterie and cheese.

Tickets: €55. Book here.

Hysterical Histories Takes The Imperial Hotel

7pm – 11pm, Wednesday 13th August, The Imperial Hotel, Cork

Get ready for an unforgettable evening where laughter, history, and Cork charm collide! Hysterical Histories is taking over The Imperial Hotel for a night of immersive theatre, live music, and mouthwatering local flavours. Kick off with a welcome Kinsale Mead, followed by a delicious two-course dinner made with the finest Cork ingredients. Then, professional actors will sweep you into Cork’s colourful past with an interactive performance full of laughs, surprises, and even a crash course on how to "speak Cork"!

Tickets: €70 + booking fees. Book here

Feed Cork x Market Lane Collab

All Day, Wednesday, 13th August, Feed Cork

Market Lane will partner with their neighbours Feed Cork to provide their clients with two nutritious meals over two days, offering everyone in our community the chance to try good, nutritious local food during the festival.

Tickets: Not applicable. More info at www.feedcork.com