ARTISAN FOOD

There was some delicious fare available at the Food & Design Winter Fair in Belvedere 2010! Food producers taking part were: An Olivia Chocolates- Handmade gourmet chocolates, pralines, chocolate lollipops and santas.  With fillings including Lemon, Orange, Strawberry, Champagne, Caramel, Praline, Exotic Orange,  Baileys and more, there something for every chocoholic!. Maureen Cole- Freshly baked brown bread and cakes, delicious Christmas puddings. Nick's Coffee Company- Freshly roasted coffee, organic, Fair Trade, and Rain Forest Alliance certified.  Website: http://nickscoffeecompany.com Deborah's Cakes- Yummy cupcakes, cheese cakes, chocolate cakes and much more. Wilhelm Wines- Organic French and German wine and champagne, organic chocolate, olive oil and more. Tara Jams- Gorgeous jams and marmalades. Catherine Buckley- Fabulous chutneys, relishes and dressings.  Also mini gift hampers, a very popular Christmas gift!

CRAFT AND DESIGN

Our craft exhibitors had something for everyone: Core Craft and Design- A selection of the wonderful craft products available at Core craft outlet in Ballinahown.  Website: http://www.corecrafteddesign.com Dolores Keaveney- her new children's book "The Little Brown Hen" and beautiful angel prints, as well as prints from the book.  Website: http://doloreskeaveney.com Kinnegad Woodcarving Group- Bog oak sculptures and unique carved furniture pieces. Anne Marie Griffin- Knitwear and beautiful crocheted scarves, brooches and wraps.  Website: http://www.annemariegriffinknitwear.com Paul Coyne- Stylish, modern pieces of jewellery made principally of wood.  Website: http://www.paul-coyne.com PJ Winterlich- Decorative stained glass lamp shades, Christmas decorations, candle holders. Button Studio- Unique jewellery made from buttons and fabrics.  Website: http://www.buttonstudio.ie Claire Delabre- Sumptuous scarves, fab handbags, and soft furnishings. Website: http://www.clairedelabre.com Deirdre Lawlor- Beautiful beaded jewellery. Stephen Mitchell- Wood mirrors, boxes, candle holders and more, Stephen sources and dries native hardwoods and derives inspiration from the elegant forms found in nature.Website: http://www.irishwood.com Meab Enamels- Gorgeous jewellery combining innovative fired enamel design and highly polished silver.  Website: http://www.meabenamels.com Margaret Dolan- Lovely felt scarves and gloves, and much more. Winnie Reynolds- Knitwear including hats, scarves and comfy jumpers for the winter season. Latene Jewellery- Stunning gold and silver jewellery, Claddagh rings, cuff links.   Website: http://www.latene.ie Edwin McCullagh- Wooden items crafted from native Irish hardwoods, this range of design includes homeware, tableware and gifts. Mandymac Jewellery- Fabulous beaded jewellery by Mandy McAnaney, using semi-precious beads and sterling silver, all presented in a beautiful gift box.  Website:http://www.mandymacjewellery.com Rosemary Horan- Beautiful hand-painted textiles, table linen, cute children's clothing and giftware. Bridaine's Bears- Adorable teddy bears and dolls- no two are the same!  Website: http://www.bridainesbears.com Avalon Aromatherapy- Luxurious face creams, aromatherapy massage oils, lip balms and bath salts.  Website:http://avalonaromatherapy.com Derrynine Candles-   A wide range of sophisticated, scented candles.  Website: http://www.derryninecandles.com Caroline Brady- Pretty Christmas tree trinkets, hand-embroidered dinner napkins and other Christmas decorations.  Website: http://www.taepottillies.com Art/Crafts Programme: the Muiriosa Foundation/Sisters of Charity of Jesus & Mary - sparkly Christmas decorations, dolls, teddy bears and more. Hilde Kiernan- Gorgeous beaded jewellery.  Also wine glass charms, an ideal Christmas gift!  Website: http://www.hildekiernan.com