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The Kilkenny Observer Friday 12 November 2021
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Have yourself a gourmet lover’s Christmas Taste Kilkenny Food Producers tempt with Christmas hampers full of exceptional local products WITH the countdown to Christmas now on, a group of Kilkenny-based food and drink producers have collaborated to create a remarkable range of seasonal hampers with something to suit everyone – and every budget. Discussing the initiative, local food expert and business coach, Tracie Daly talks about not only offering customers a well-curated and delicious hamper selection, but also creating the opportunity to gift what is essentially a countywide taste experience. There are three hampers on offer. The ‘Gourmet Kilkenny Christmas Box’ comes in two sizes – ‘The Humdinger’ and ‘The Mini’. The humdinger, as the name suggests, includes a whopping selection of premium products to tantalise your tastebuds with ev everything from homegrown beetroot, relish and olive tapenade to homemade pesto and dressing as well as smoked chicken and chorizo, Irish gin infused
L-R: Helen Finnegan of Knockdrinna and Mag Kirwan of Goatsbridge Trout Farm launching the Gourmet Christmas Box Range on behalf of Taste Kilkenny Food Producers.
smoked rainbow trout, pâté and caviar – yes, Irish caviar! How about that to add a little bit of oomph to your festive dining. The Mini version of the ‘Gourmet Kilkenny Christmas Box’ simply features a smaller selection of these products and for those who would like a little sweet indulgence, the ‘Sweet Kilkenny Christmas Box’ is filled with an assortment of treats including organic apple juice, homemade honey, marmalade and jam, elderflower cordial, cranberry sauce, brandy infused mincemeat, fruit cake and luxury
granola. “It has been wonderful to come together with other local food producers to curate this marvellous range of hampers which will see you through the festive period, or serve as a perfect gift for a friend or loved one.” said Helen Finnegan of Knockdrinna. “We are also asking businesses to consider shopping local when showing their appreciation and thanks to clients and colleagues this Christmas, and what better way do that, than with one of these fantastic hampers, prewrapped and ready to gift,” added Mag Kirwan of Goatsbridge Trout Farm. So, if you’re on the hunt for the perfect Christmas hamper, then look no further. You can order online at www.knockdrinna.com with a pick-up option from Knockdrinna Café, Main Street, Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny or you can have your hamper delivered nationwide for just €10. Hamper dispatch will begin from December 1st. Any Kilkenny based food producers that would like to be included in future hampers are invited to contact tracie@traciedaly. com
Elderberry-Immune support CLAIR WHITTY
I THINK looking after our immune system is at the top of our list this year more than any other. Many of you, like me, will be trying to prevent common cold symptoms developing into respiratory problems. You won’t want to miss any days from work or your kids any days from school. A healthy diet, lifestyle, getting enough sleep, exercise and water all support the immune system. While nature also provides us with herbs that have natural anti-viral properties to help protect us. Anti-viral herbs can include: elderberry, echinacea, garlic, lemon balm, thyme, and many more. These are all great additions to your armoury of defences. Let’s take a look at Elderberry. It has been used for centuries as a natural remedy. You’ll see herbal
teas, and supplements like Sambucol on the shelves in our store. You might even make your own Elderberry tonic! Sambucol is one of our most popular brands of elderberry. It’s the most researched elderberry-based product in the world with more than 25 years’ clinical studies. Research is showing that elderberries can support the normal functioning of the immune system, and can support and protect cells with the objective of preventing viral infections. Apart from scientific research it’s always great for us at the shop to have first-hand experience of these products to be able to share with you. Over the years we’ve had great feedback
from customers about their experience of using Sambucol. This is one parent’s story. “My son was getting respiratory infections every time he caught a common cold. He was constantly on antibiotics. A parent told me about Sambucol so I thought I have nothing to lose. I gave him Sambucol for Kids throughout the winter and he had no further cold that year. I now give it to him every year in an attempt to prevent respiratory problems, so far so good. I think every parent should know about this product.” Sambucol for Kids tastes great and is suitable for ages 1-12. It’s perfect for back-toschool and the cold season which we are now in. For older children 12+ choose Sambucol Immune Forte. It offers all-year-round immune support and contains Zinc and vitamin C for extra support and is suitable for vegans. Sambucol, another tool for prevention and support this year. Call in to see us we would love to chat with you. Natural Health Store Market Cross Shopping Centre, Kilkenny Phone: 056 7764538 Shop online www. naturalhealthstore.ie
