This is a great place to pick up fresh fruit, vegetable, and herbs as well. It's located right…read morenext to a good butcher so if you are out grabbing items for dinner it is dead handy sure. They have a good selection and the staff are always friendly and very helpful. Their stock is always much fresher than you would find in the large supermarkets and of a much higher quality. What really is amazing is it actually is cheaper than the supermarkets as well.

Right next to our breakfast place, spotted this shop and a van rolled up with produce and unloaded…read morelovely bunches of carrots, beats and onions while we eating our breakfast. I was intrigued by the signage proclaiming that they had local strawberry baskets and after breakfast, walked over and spoke to the lad manning the store register. He explained they had a farm in a place called Maharees and the strawberries were grown there, a 30 minute drive from Dingle township. The strawberries looked so lovely and fresh plus they were a normal size not the steroid induced size that I normally find at Costco. So I purchased a basket for €3.50 and they were delicious! Also while I was in the shop, it was all locals, so imo, def check it out if you are visiting and pick up the produce and support a local farmer. Note: #269 of Yelp 100 challenge for 2016

A gem! Some great local produce - although I'd love if they…read morejust supplied "local, in season" but I suppose they're meeting a demand. Also, great to be able to get Maher's coffee and great bakes! Lovely staff always having the chat with locals. I aspire to be chatted to!!

THE VILLAGE GREENGROCER Wish I had a shop like…read moreCastlemartyr's Village Greengrocer closer to me than the East Cork village. Everything from wine to balsamic vinegar, from cabbage to asparagus, from Amaretto D'Italia biscuits to home baking... and even a Food Hall where you may take away or eat on the tables outside. A pot of Ballymaloe Seville marmalade (€3.29), some flat mushrooms, Crinnaghtaun Apple Juice (€2.99), Emile Noel Organic extra virgin Olive Oil (€9.20 for 50cl), Amaretto d'Italia (for my recently acquired bottles of Marsala), Knockamore Irish farmhouse Cheese, their own Blackcurrant Jam and a pack of those whole cooked beetroot were among the purchases. Courtesy was very evident from the moment we pulled into the (small) car park; there is street parking and the service was with a smile and a chat. The only slightly disappointing note was that the beetroot and blueberries were from the UK. Looks like our home growers, who will always get a chance in a place like this, still have a bit to go! 021 466 7655 thevillagegreengrocer@eircom.net

Coming her on a Saturday while in Limerick is a must. The variety of foods and drink, sandwiches…read morebreakfast and lunch offerings will please almost anyone. There's a chocolate cookie shop, fermented foods stand, bread and pastry, cheese, fish, and meats. The atmosphere is lively and friendly. There's even a clothing and jewelry shop. It's a large farmer's type market serving the entire city. In addition to the shopping and eye candy just looking, it's a wonderful place to observe a cross section of the people who live here.

The Milk Market, according to google, is a go-to place to visit on the weekends (especially…read moreSaturday) when you're in Limerick and it did not disappoint! I had the most amazing steak sandwich & fresh squeezed OJ. All the stands looked like it had amazing food and goodies. I wish we had more time to explore all the stands, but was in a crunch to leave for the Cliffs Of Moher. Everyone we did interact with were extremely nice and pleasant. I would definitely recommend making a trip here if you have time!

THE GOOD FOOD SHOP The Good Food Shop is a regular call when…read moreI'm in the English Market. The stock and variety here is huge, everything from organic chocolate to smoked duck. Today I was on the lookout for coffee and found a selection, both of type and sizes. In the end , I settled for an organic Italian Roast and Ground with a promise of "dark, rich and gorgeous". Cost of 227 gms of this Fairtrade (Equal Exchange) product was €4.94. I've always found the staff here helpful and courteous and indeed knowledgeable, as one often has to request the location of a product in the narrow aisles of the shop. Today I found the coffee myself and the till service was friendly. Funnily enough, I've never been able to find the Good Food Shop on the list of stalls on the market website at http://www.corkenglishmarket.ie/ Checked again today, no change. Mystery! THE GOOD FOOD SHOP The Good Food Shop in the English Market has a huge stock but I was on the hunt for one of the first batches of Ummera Smoked Duck, recently trialled at various food events. Didn't really expect it to be available as the producers hadn't flagged its availability in the city on their site or on twitter. But lo and behold. There were two little packages at €5.99 each. Grabbed them quickly. The helpful lady at the till had been previously mightily impressed by Ummera's smoked chicken and salmon but was wondering about the duck. Assured her it was absolutely gorgeous and it is!

Just the most helpful wonderful store and staff. The Good Food shop is my one stop shop for…read moreanything, and a great resource for knowledge. The staff is so helpful and have several times sought out answers on my behalf. I don't really shop anywhere else!

In a place like The English Market, shoppers expect top quality as a matter of fact. Hmm, that must…read morebe why On The Pigs Back has done so well. Anchoring the centre of Cork's busy English Market for over ten years, this outstanding fine foods specialist offers an incredible international selection of beautiful cheeses, meats and homemade pates and terrines (oooh, and lovely crusty bread to pile it all onto). The cheese case is almost a tourist attraction in itself -don't be afraid to ask your cheesemonger for a taste before buying, and do ask what her favourites are if you're stumped. Add a few slices of saucisson or cured jambon and you're bound to even impress yourself when laying it out on the table later. Prices are reasonable here with a round of good Camembert around €5. Fresh, organic sausages are also available for a real breakfast treat -the lamb and rosemary is divine.

(11/12/2017) Delicious, interesting, and a voluminous array of local farmstead cheeses and some…read moreimports at this vendor in the English Market. The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient, and will even let you have a little taste of a cheese or two so you know what you're getting into. Perfect for snacking or to take to a fancy party. Wander around the market for the perfect accompaniments, like fresh baked bread, fruits, olives, pate, cured meats. Definitely high quality.