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Cork on a Fork Fest Champions Community, Inclusivity, Diversity and Sustainability

Community is at the heart of our festival, which is a collaboration between everyone in the food scene in Cork. Cork on a Fork fosters connections between businesses, chefs, producers, farmers, makers, food entrepreneurs, food writers, and stakeholders, creating opportunities for partnerships and skill-sharing. The festival plays a crucial role in supporting local food and drinks businesses and promoting Cork as a world-class food tourism destination. Designed to be accessible and inclusive, Cork on a Fork Fest offers a mix of ticketed and free events, and showcases the multiculturalism of our city. We promotes eco-friendly practices, focus on local produce, and highlight responsible food consumption and food security. 

Get involved

Would you like to participate in our 2025 festival? 96% of participants say the festival is worthwhile for their business.

Please get in touch if you are a food/drinks business based in Cork city or a farmer, producer, grower, maker from the wider Cork Region: corkonaforkfest@gmail.com.

Sponsor Our Festival

The support we receive is essential for the continual expansion of our festival, enabling us to provide visitors with a wonderful weekend and program of events.

For sponsorship packages, please contact corkonaforkfest@gmail.com.

Thank you to our Festival Partners

A sincere thank you to our partners: our local hospitality businesses

  • Fáilte Ireland, Ireland’s Ancient East and Wild Atlantic Way
  • Pure Cork
  • Cork Business Association
  • Cork Airport
  • IHF Cork Branch
  • Irish Examiner
  • Cork's RedFM.

Cork on a Fork Fest also works with key groups in Cork City to make the festival as inclusive and accessible as possible, including:

  • Cork Food Policy Council - aims to make Cork a healthier, more sustainable food city.
  • Green Spaces for Health – promotes community gardens and healthy eating across Cork city.
  • Cork Migrant Centre – supporting migrant integration and cultural exchange through food.
  • Feed Cork – food bank .
  • FoodCloud – a social enterprise tackling food waste by redistributing surplus food to charities and community groups.
  • Saoirse – a community food initiative providing nutritious meals while empowering individuals through cooking and connection.

Testimonials:

  • “Cork on a Fork is a key event in Cork’s hospitality calendar, offering invaluable opportunities for collaboration and connection.” – Pamela Kelly, Head Chef, Farmgate Café

  • “A week not to be missed! It brings such a great sense of community and collaboration.” – Brian Murray, Owner, The Glass Curtain

  • “An invaluable festival for local businesses and the overall atmosphere of Cork City.” – Clodagh McKenna, Chef & Author

  • “This festival is beginning to attract national and international visitors and is cementing Cork’s reputation as a top-tier food destination.” – Deirdre Cole, Fáilte Ireland

  • “Cork on a Fork truly highlights Cork as a sustainable and multicultural food destination.” – Orla McAndrew, Zero Waste Wedding & Event Caterer

  • “It embraces the full spectrum of food – from farmers and chefs to artists and storytellers.” – Kate Ryan, Flavour.ie

Cork on a Fork Partners and Stakeholders

Cork on a Fork Fest