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Picnic boxes
For 1 person
€ 17
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Explore Kilkenny with a Picnic Box Full of Irish Flavours!
Enjoy Ireland’s stunning landscapes while savouring the flavours of authentic Irish cuisine with this delightful picnic box.
Whether you’re relaxing by the River Nore, exploring Kilkenny Castle’s lush grounds, or venturing into the countryside, this picnic box offers a true taste of Ireland on the go—simple, delicious, and unforgettable.
After picking up your picnic box from Glasrai & Goodies in Gowran, you have several delightful nearby spots to enjoy your meal:
- St. Mary’s Collegiate Church Grounds: Directly across the street from Glasrai & Goodies, this historic site offers a serene setting amidst ancient architecture. Visitors have enjoyed picnicking here, appreciating both the ambiance and convenience.
- Gowran Park Racecourse: A short drive away, this venue isn’t just for horse racing. The expansive grounds provide ample space for a quiet picnic, especially on non-event days.
- Bennettsbridge: Approximately a 15-minute drive from Gowran, this picturesque village along the River Nore offers scenic spots perfect for a riverside picnic.
- Jenkinstown Park: Located about 20 minutes from Gowran, this park features forest walks, a deer park, and designated picnic areas, making it a tranquil spot to enjoy nature and your picnic box.
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Glasrai & Goodies, located in Gowran, Co. Kilkenny, offers a delightful picnic box that showcases local and wholesome foods. Each picnic box includes a freshly made gourmet sandwich, a bottle of juice, a bottle of water, a sweet treat, a piece of fruit, and a packet of Irish crisps. This selection ensures a balanced and enjoyable meal, perfect for an outdoor setting. The shop is dedicated to promoting local artisan food and crafts, making their picnic offerings a true reflection of the region’s culinary artisanship.
Visitors have praised the shop for its array of freshly baked goods and diverse food selection, noting that it’s well worth a visit. Conveniently, there’s a park right across the street, providing an ideal spot to enjoy your picnic.
The picnic boxes are available for collection from Monday to Saturday, between 10 am and 5 pm. Whether you’re planning a solo outing, a romantic date, or a family gathering, Glasrai & Goodies’ picnic box offers a convenient and delicious way to experience local flavors in a picturesque setting.
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Glasraí & Goodies in Kilkenny is a charming, family-run artisan food store celebrated for its dedication to fresh, local, and organic produce. Stocked with seasonal vegetables, farmhouse cheeses, homemade breads, and handcrafted treats, it’s a haven for food lovers seeking quality and authenticity. The shop also offers gourmet deli items, wholesome takeaway options, and pantry essentials, all carefully sourced to support local farmers and producers. Whether you’re picking up ingredients for a home-cooked meal or indulging in a delicious picnic, Glasraí & Goodies is a true treasure trove of Irish culinary delights.
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Take away picnic box, bottle of water, bottle of juice, freshly-made sandwich, sweet treat, fruit, crisps.
Sit and Enjoy!
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Teas & Coffee available to purchase seperately. Great for colder weather!
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Glasraí & Goodies is an artisan gourmet food store showcasing a wide range of local Irish produce. Their offerings include fresh organic vegetables, fruits, farm eggs, freshly baked goods, farmhouse cheeses, charcuterie, smoked fish, and a variety of sweet treats
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Great nearby spots include St. Mary’s Collegiate Church Grounds (just across the street), Gowran Park Racecourse, Bennettsbridge by the River Nore, and Jenkinstown Park, all offering beautiful settings for an outdoor meal.
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Patrons have praised the shop for its delightful offerings, noting it as a “beautiful little deli/artisan shop to visit” with a “fantastic selection of meat, cheeses, sauces, cakes etc. Picnic Box take-aways (take-out) are noted for their freshness.