Retail News

19/11/2025

Brendan Courtney stripped off for a bone-chilling dip in the Irish Sea – and wants everyone in Ireland to do the same as part of a major fundraising drive.

The TV presenter and fashion designer braved the cold in Dublin’s Sandycove as he urged the public to sign up for the Irish Heart Foundation’s 12 Dips in December challenge, supported by Daybreak.

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/daybreak-supports-irish-heart-foundation-s-12-dips-in-december-challenge/

07/11/2025

Sorry Apple Pie, Cheesecake has officially taken the crown as Ireland’s favourite Christmas dessert, according to new research from BWG Foods.



The survey, released to celebrate the launch of the BWG Foodservice Christmas Brochure 2025, reveals that Sticky Toffee Pudding is another firm festive favourite, while Apple Pie finds itself at the bottom of the dessert table this year.

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/new-research-reveals-that-cheescake-is-ireland-s-dessert-of-choice-this-christmas/

22/10/2025

Lidl Ireland has announced 26 schools, one from every county in the Republic of Ireland selected to participate in its Schools Programme for the 2025/2026 school year.

Now in its eighth year, this programme continues to make a significant impact, with this year’s programme representing an investment of more than €120,000 in local schools across the country.

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/lidl-ireland-announces-26-schools-confirmed-for--serioussupport-schools-programme-2025-26/

17/10/2025

Following applications from up-and-coming cheesemongers across the world, the Academy of Cheese has announced its six finalists for Young Cheesemonger of the Year 2025, sponsored by Peter’s Yard.

AAcademy of CheesePPeter's Yard
https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/finalists-revealed-for-young-cheesemonger-of-the-year-2025/

03/10/2025

LLidl Irelandhas announced a new supply deal with Galway-based Galmere Fresh Foods worth €7 million, more than doubling its contract value over the last decade and increasing its range of fresh products which has expanded to 16 lines of soups, sauces, meal bowls, salads and dips across Lidl’s own-brand Meadow Fresh and Deluxe lines.

GGalmere Foods

Lidl Ireland today announced a new supply deal with Galway-based Galmere Fresh Foods worth €7 million

01/10/2025

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) continues its 2025 ‘Breakfast Bite’ series of free, informal online webinars designed for small food businesses. The next session will focus on the FSAI’s new Guidance Note on Food Safety Culture which will be published soon.

Food Safety Authority of Ireland


https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/fsai-to-host-webinar-on-food-safety-culture/

26/09/2025

Bulmers is celebrating 90 years of cider-making in Clonmel with a nationwide anniversary campaign that honours its heritage, people, and continuing innovation.

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/bulmers-launches-nationwide-campaign-to-celebrate-landmark-90-years/

26/08/2025

The very best of Irish-made artisanal produce has been handpicked by Lidl Ireland to feature in the retailer’s Kickstart Supplier Development Programme, promising shoppers a real taste of home as 45 new products from more than 25 local producers hit the shelves of Lidl stores nationwide from Thursday 11 September.

Lidl Ireland

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/lidl-ireland-launches-45-new-irish-made-artisan-products-as-retailer-s-kickstart-range-returns-to-stores/

26/08/2025

The European Commission has launched the first-ever European Capitals of Small Retail Awards. This brand-new initiative celebrates cities that put local retail at the heart of thriving communities.

European Commission

https://www.retailnews.ie/news-and-views/-will-your-city-be-the-first-to-hold-the-title-of--european-capital-of-small-retail--/

31/07/2025

As the nation rushes to enjoy the last of the summer days in August, Too Good To Go is raising the alarm on the hidden cost of outdoor dining. New research*, conducted by One Poll on behalf of Too Good to Go, has found that Irish families are wasting an average of €21.16 worth of food after every BBQ or picnic.

Too Good To Go is raising the alarm on the hidden cost of outdoor dining

30/07/2025

Retail News July/August issue is out now!

Read our annual feature on Ireland's Top Wine Brands, special feature on Event Management, and more here:

https://www.retailnews.ie/latest-issue/