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Best Possible Taste with Sharon Noonan

418 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago -

Food and Drink Radio Show & Podcast with Sharon Noonan.
Celebrating 10 years in 2023!

Some people like to blog, Sharon Noonan likes to interview! In 2013 her food and drink show, Best Possible Taste, premiered on West Limerick 102FM and continues to air every Tuesday night from 8pm - 9pm with the weekly repeat at 9am on Wednesday mornings. A podcast makes the shows accessible to a wide and worldwide audience. Podcasts feature interviews with old and new faces in the food and drink world. From restaurant reviews to discussing current affairs issues affecting the hospitality industry to hearing a famous family recipe to enjoying an award winning artisan product, the topics covered are diverse and delectable. Happy listening and Bon Appetit!

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16 April 2024 - Chef Jenny Flynn

April 16, 2024 19:15 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MB

In this Best Possible Taste, we meet to Jenny Flynn, Executive Chef at Faithlegg, Co Waterford. Jenny has built long-lasting relationships with local producers and artisan suppliers in Ireland creating bespoke seasonal menus that capture a taste of Waterford across Faithlegg’s restaurant and bars – the 2AA Rosette Roseville Rooms restaurant, the Alyward Lounge, Bar 1783 and the Red Cedar Lounge.   Since joining Faithlegg over fifteen years ago, Jenny has introduced her range of products incl...

16 April 2024 - Simon Regan

April 16, 2024 19:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MB

In this BPT interview chef Simon Regan talks about the 2024 National Culinary Skills Competition that took place in Killarney in Co Kerry. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023, MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details.

9 April 2024 - Eunice Power

April 09, 2024 19:15 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MB

In this Best Possible Taste, Eunice Power shares details about the 2024 Waterford Festival of Food that takes place from Friday 19 April - Sunday 21 April. The festival is one of Ireland’s longest running food and community festivals and has an extensive programme of events. Visit www.waterfordfoodfestival.com for more details. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more...

9 April 2024 - Chef Keith Boyle

April 09, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

In this Best Possible Taste we meet chef Keith Boyle who has been appointed executive chef of the multi-award-winning estate Mountain View in Kilkenny. Previously crowned best chef in Leinster and Munster at the Irish Restaurant Awards, Keith talks about his culinary journey to date and shares details about events including hosting a much-anticipated series of pop up dining events across the year with the first announced as ‘Dinner with the MasterChefs’ on Saturday May 4th as part of the ina...

2 April 2024 - Norma Kelly, Praline Pastry & Chocolate Shop

April 02, 2024 19:15 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we meet Norma Kelly, an award-winning chocolatier who has bucked the trend and expanded Praline - her flourishing café business in her hometown of Mitchelstown, Co. Cork - with the opening of a striking new twenty-seater confectionery concept. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD AND DRINK RADIO SHOW AND PODCAST THAT CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more Best Possible Taste interviews.

2 April 2024 - Hannas Backmö, Hanna's Bees

April 02, 2024 19:00 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview we meet Hanna Bäckmo, an award-winning beekeeper, entrepreneur, hobby gardener and internationally published writer. Originally from a small island in Sweden, she now lives in East Cork with her son, two dogs, a flock of rescue chickens and lots of bees. Hanna is the founder of Hanna’s Bees, producing a unique range of natural and sustainable honey, propolis, and beeswax products sold in Ireland’s leading Gift & Artisan food stores and select US outlets. ...

26 March 2024 - Claire O'Kane (Taste Causeway Show Guest)

March 26, 2024 21:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MB

This interview with Claire O'Kane is an extract from a Best Possible Taste programme that is a celebration of Taste Causeway, an All-Ireland Foodie Destination Award Winner and an accredited Slow Food Destination in Northern Ireland. Mussenden Sea Salt is hand-crafted on the rugged Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland. As Northern Ireland's only sea salt producer, they pride themselves on producing sea salt with Zero Impact on the sea. The focus is on not overly producing sea salt, meaning ...

26 March 2024 - Charlotte Dixon (Taste Causeway Show Guest)

March 26, 2024 20:30 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

This interview with Charlotte Dixon is an extract from a Best Possible Taste programme that is a celebration of Taste Causeway, an All-Ireland Foodie Destination Award Winner and an accredited Slow Food Destination in Northern Ireland. Charlotte talks about her journey from studying for a Chemistry Ph.D. to opening the Elephant Rock — an 18-bedroom boutique hotel perched on a rocky headland in the coastal town of Portrush. A small hotel with a big personality - the guestrooms are an elegant ...

26 March 2024 - Mark Rodgers (Taste Causeway Show Guest)

March 26, 2024 20:15 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MB

This interview with Mark Rodgers is an extract from a Best Possible Taste programme that is a celebration of Taste Causeway an All-Ireland Foodie Destination Award Winner and an accredited Slow Food Destination in Northern Ireland. "Mark is a third-generation storyteller ( a seanchai ). His first-hand, free-flowing stories and his exclusive access to influential people and places will forever root you to this land, shaping memories so strong you will swear you were here centuries before. “ ...

26 March 2024 - Taste Causeway Full Show

March 26, 2024 20:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MB

This Best Possible Taste episode is a celebration of Taste Causeway an All-Ireland Foodie Destination Award Winner and an accredited Slow Food Destination in Northern Ireland. The first guest is Mark Rodgers who is a story teller and guide. We hear from Simon Hogg from Dunluce Distillery. We talk to artisan producer Claire O'Kane from Mussenden Sea Salt and who also curates unique dining experience in Mussenden Temple. Zilda from the Cultured Bakehouse gives an insight into her business and ...

19 March 2024 - Claire Mac Evilly, Airfield Estate

March 19, 2024 20:15 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview we return to Airfield Estate, an urban farm and organic garden in South Dublin to meet CEO Claire McEvilly to find out more about her vision for Airfield. Airfield Estate is a leading Dublin tourist attraction and Dublin’s sustainable food hub - a place where people can reconnect with where their food comes from.  Claire is a public health nutritionist by background. Before joining Airfield, she worked in communications roles in the UK and Ireland for v...

19 March 2024 - Birgitta Hedin Curtin, Burren Smokehouse

March 19, 2024 20:00 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MB

Recent Best Possible Taste episodes have featured finalists in the 2024 Small Firms Association Small Business Awards and in this episode the spotlight is on Birgitta Hedin Curtin whose company, the multi-award-winning Burren Smokehouse in Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare celebrated being highly commended in the food and drink category, However, that’s not all the Burren Smokehouse is celebrating, as this year marks 35 years in business! THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKI...

12 March 2024 - Rachel Byrne, Zingibeer

March 12, 2024 20:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

Recent episodes of Best Possible Taste have featured finalists in the 2024 Small Firms Association Small Business Awards. In this episode the spotlight is on Rachel Byrne from Zingibeer THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

5 March 2024 - Chef Paula McIntyre

March 05, 2024 20:30 - 22 minutes - 31 MB

In this interview, Sharon Noonan catches up with chef Paula McIntyre who shares the culinary attributes of the North Antrim Coast, celebrates being the new chair of the Irish Food Writers' Guild and is heading to the US to film the latest series in her TV show, Hamely Kitchen. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST. For more BPT interviews, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

5 March 2024 - David Broderick, SFA

March 05, 2024 20:10 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we find out about the support that the Small Firms' Association provides to its members, including food and drink businesses. SFA Director David Broderick also talks about the upcoming SFA Small Business Awards. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW AND PODCAST AND CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023. For more BPT interviews, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

5 March 2024 - Nik Mehta, Nutty Delights

March 05, 2024 20:00 - 7 minutes - 10 MB

In this interview, we hear about Nutty Delights thanks to Nik Mehta. Nutty Delights is Dublin’s first and only nuts and dried fruit retailer and is a finalist in the 2024 SFA Small Business Awards. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW AND PODCAST AND CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023. For more BPT interviews, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

27 February 2024 - Lily Ramirez-Foran, Picado Mexican

February 27, 2024 20:30 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

In this interview Lily Ramirez-Foran, founder of Picado Mexican in Dublin, Ireland shares lots of exciting news including being a finalist in this year’s SFA’s Best in Small Business Awards. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

27 February 2024 - Dr Kirstie McAdoo, Airfield Estate

February 27, 2024 20:00 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview we meet Dr Kirstie McAdoo who is Head of Education and Research at Airfield Estate in Dublin, Ireland. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD AND DRINK RADIO SHOW AND CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023.

20 February 2024 - Chef Aishling Moore, Goldie Restaurant

February 20, 2024 20:30 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

In this interview, Sharon Noonan is joined by award-winning chef, Aishling Moore from Cork's Goldie Restaurant to find out about her recent kitchen takeover in New York City at the Dead Rabbit Pub, to chat about her book “Whole Catch” which can be preordered from Blasta Books and to hear the excitement about retaining the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

20 February 2024 - Niamh Dooley, Bia Sol

February 20, 2024 20:00 - 5 minutes - 7.9 MB

In this BPT interview, Sharon Noonan meets Niamh Dooley, co-founder of Bia Sol, an Irish food start-up that aims to maximise nutrition and minimise waste. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

13 February 2024 - Tristan Jacob, Cliff at Lyons

February 14, 2024 09:45 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MB

In 2023 Ireland’s Blue Book welcomed the Cliff at Lyons to its already impressive portfolio of properties throughout the country. In this interview joint managing director Tristan Jacob reveals what guests can expect to enjoy at the Kildare property. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

13 February 2023 - Cathy Curran, National Dairy Council

February 13, 2024 20:45 - 25 minutes - 35 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan talks to Cathy Curran about an event organised by the National Dairy Council at Airfield with multi-award-winning chef Anna Haugh. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

13 February 2024 - Hilary McGrath, A Bit on the Side

February 13, 2024 20:15 - 8 minutes - 12 MB

In this interview, Hilary McGrath from A Bit on the Side shares details about the latest additions to the product range. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

13 February 2024 - Helen Bracken, Fox Covert Farm

February 13, 2024 20:00 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Helen Bracken from Fox COvert Farm in Co Offaly, Ireland provides an insight into growing hemp for the health and wellness market. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more interviews

6 February 2024 - Tricia England, Mason's Apron

February 06, 2024 20:00 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we meet Tricia England from the Mason's Apron in Viriginia, Co Cavan, Ireland who is celebrating 20 years in business. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST & CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023. For more interviews, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

6 February 2024 - Samantha Forrest, Fussy Food Plates

February 06, 2024 20:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we meet Samantha Forrest, founder of Fussy Food Plates. "As a busy Mum of three children under five, I know how stressful mealtimes can be. We want our children to happy and healthy but often our wishes get in the way of children’s natural desire to constantly explore, be creative and simply play. So I set out to make our mealtimes - fun. "At first, this meant more creativity with menu choices and food design to encourage our children to eat a more var...

6 February 2024 - Margaret Dineen, Blue Sky Consulting

February 06, 2024 20:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan talks to Margaret Dineen, founder of Blue Sky Food Consulting, about the Irish Food Trade Connect Forum which takes place on Thursday 21 March 2024 in the Kilashee Hotel, Naas, Co Kildare. Visit www.blueskyfoodconsulting.ie for more information and to book your place.

20 January 2024 - Santina Kennedy

January 30, 2024 20:05 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan sits down with Santina Kennedy in the magnificent K Club to talk about St Brigid and the upcoming events to celebrate this special saint. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

30 January 2024 - Margaret Leahy, Fable Tours

January 30, 2024 20:00 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Margaret Leahy shares details about her new venture - Fable Tours. Margaret is a Fáilte Ireland Tour Guide who enjoys meeting new people, eating great food, and having a laugh. Raised on an organic farm, she now lives on a smallholding growing vegetables in the company of numerous animals including her ever-faithful dog Willow. Meeting people, breaking bread with new friends and listening to old and young with their stories of growing, cooking and forag...

23 January 2024 - Charlotte Pike

January 23, 2024 20:15 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan talks to Charlotte Pike, a food and drink expert with over a decade of experience. Charlotte's portfolio career includes writing, teaching, broadcasting and consulting and Charlotte is also a professionally trained chef, highly experienced Executive Chef Tutor, Charlotte has written several award-winning cookery books and in this interview, we hear more details about the intricacies involved. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON ...

23 January 2024 - Chef Tom Flavin, Cook & Cleaver

January 23, 2024 20:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, chef Tom Flavin shares details about his collaboration with childhood friend and award-winning butcher, Garrett Landers. The duo have launched a collection of delicious ready meals on to the market, under the brand Cook & Cleaver. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST & CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023. VISIT WWW.SHARONNOONAN.COM FOR MORE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE PODCASTS.

16 January 2024 - Holly White, Planted-Based Author

January 16, 2024 21:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Dublin based author and wellness lover Holly White, who is certified in plant based nutrition, returns with lots of inspiration for Veganuary. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE CELEBRATED 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST. VISIT WWW.SHARONNOONAN.COM FOR LOTS MORE BPT INTERVIEWS!

16 January 2023 - Ciara Troy,Oishii Foods Ltd

January 16, 2024 20:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan talks to Ciara Troy, founder of Oishii Foods Ltd. Launched in 2006 by Ciara Troy, Oishii (meaning ‘delicious’) Sushi is Ireland’s leading artisan producer of a premium ready to eat sushi range. The business has weathered countless storms – challenges brought about by Brexit and Covid were quickly followed with rising raw material costs, supply chain issues and sky-high energy bills. However, Ciara and her team have demonstrated grit and r...

19 December 2023 - Conor Spacey

December 19, 2023 20:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview chef Conor Spacey has lots of inspiration to use up the Christmas leftovers. Conor Spacey has worked in the food industry for over 30 years, but over the last 15 years, he's done a deep dive into sustainability and our broken food system to become one of the industry leaders in zero waste kitchens. Most recently, Conor has worked with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to establish the Chefs’ Manifesto, a community of over 900 chefs across ...

12 December 2023 - Andy Clarke

December 14, 2023 13:50 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we find out what famous shoulders Andy Clarke (Food & Drink Writer, Judge, TV Producer / Director and author of Home Bar) has been rubbing with and what drinks he recommends serving this Christmas. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

12 December 2023 - Holly White

December 12, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan talks to Holly White, who is certified in plant-based nutrition, to get great advice and inspiration for a plant-based Christmas. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

6 December 2023 - Karen Coakley, Kenmare Foodie

December 06, 2023 10:55 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noona meets Karen Coakley AKA Kenmare Foodie. Karen’s passion for cooking and supporting Irish food producers has led her to establish a thriving business that includes food tours and WhatsApp cooking classes. So if you are hosting Christmas this year, Karen has some great advice for you! THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

6 December 2023 - Ronan O'Halloran, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate

December 06, 2023 09:39 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Ronan O’Halloran gives Sharon Noonan an insight into spending Christmas at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate, one of Ireland’s Blue Book properties. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

21 November 2023 - Ray Byrne, Wineport Lodge

November 22, 2023 16:36 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Ray Byrne shares the Wineport Lodge story from opening its doors as a daytime restaurant beside a sailing centre on the shores of Lough Ree 30 years ago to adding bedrooms, being the original venue to the TV show “The Restaurant,” opening a spa and launching a 48-foot luxury cruiser as new accommodation for 2023. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

21 November 2023 - Jane Gleeson, Guzzle.ie

November 21, 2023 19:30 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan meets Jane Gleeson to find out more about Guzzle, an annual art and food publication made in Ireland. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

7 November 2023 - Chef Ali Honour

November 09, 2023 15:13 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MB

In this Best Possible Taste extract Sharon Noonan meets chef Ali Honour to talk about her latest project "Beans is how!" THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

7 November 2023 - Suzanne Campbell, Irish Food Writing Awards

November 09, 2023 14:11 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

In this episode of the Best Possible Taste Sharon Noonan chats to Suzanne Campbell to find out all about the 2023 Irish Food Writing Awards. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

24 October 2023 - Olivia Duff, Samhain

October 27, 2023 16:25 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, we meet Olivia Duff to find out about the 2023 Samhain Festival of Food & Culture which takes place in Kells, Co Meath from November 2nd - November 5th. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

24 October 2023 - Martina Calvey, Achill Mountain Lamb

October 24, 2023 19:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan meets Martina Calvey to find out more about her family business - Achill Mountain Lamb. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

17 October 2023 - Oisin Davis, Irish Kitchen Cocktails

October 18, 2023 08:35 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

Oisin Davis writes an award-winning monthly column in Food & Wine Magazine with the Business Post and is a regular radio and TV contributor. In this interview Oisin tells Sharon Noonan about his book "Irish Kitchen Cocktails" which shows you how easy it is to make cocktails with Irish spirits using everyday kitchen equipment. Pic credit: Barbara McCarthy THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

17 October 2023 - Tango Street Food, Killarney

October 18, 2023 08:09 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Sharon Noonan is transported to Argentina thanks to a visit to the award winning Tango Street Food in Killarney, Co Kerry where we meet owners Pamela and Facundo. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

10 October 2023 - Sharon Noonan in conversation with Brian McDermott

October 10, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MB

The Best Possible Taste celebrated 10 years on air on Sunday 8 October, making it Ireland’s longest-running food and drink radio show and podcast. At this year’s Blas na hÉireann/Irish Food Awards in Dingle, Co Kerry, Sharon Noonan, who produces and presents the show, found herself in the guest’s chair being interviewed by chef and broadcaster Brian McDermott.

10 October 2023 - Arnaldo Morelli, Morellis' Ice Cream Ltd

October 10, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

In this episode of the Best Possible Taste, Sharon Noonan talks to Arnaldo Morellis from Morellis' Ice Cream Ltd whose mango sorbet was awarded the Supreme Champion award at the 2023 Blas na hÉireann / Irish Food Awards. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON AIR IN 2023 MAKING IT IRELAND'S LONGEST RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST.

3 October 2023 - Pat & Mary O'Neill, O'Neills' Dry Cure Bacon Company

October 04, 2023 10:18 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Pat & Mary O’Neill from the O’Neill Dry Cure Bacon Company explain the unique selling points of their products won silver for their dry-cured rashers and bronze for their smoked dry cured back rashers at this year’s @blasnaheireann THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!

3 October 2023 - Graham Herterich, The Cupcake Bloke

October 04, 2023 10:11 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MB

In this Best Possible Taste interview, Graham Herterich aka The Cupcake Bloke shares how his journey led him to become an award-winning baker whose passion lies with the black. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK RADIO SHOW & PODCAST CELEBRATING 10 YEARS ON THE AIRWAVES IN 2023!