Hear stories of success in Cork
Great things happen in Cork on a daily basis and the combined quality of life, success stories and people that make things happen are an essential element of what makes Cork tick. Our people are best placed to tell authentic, powerful and inspiring stories about Cork and all the amazing things that happen here every day; stories of doing, success, achievement, determination and ambition. Here’s just a small cross section of the exceptional and everyday stories of representing We are Cork, that portray people’s knowledge, experience and feelings of the place of Cork.
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A Luring Location
How Kiwi and Aussie ‘8 Degrees’ craft brewers, Scott and Cam were lured to Ireland by two Irish cailins and in search of good beer, they came up with an idea to brew it themselves.
Meitheal Mara Community Boatyard
Founded in 1993, Meitheal Mara is community boatyard in the heart of Cork City. It’s a very unique place; where community spirit and craftsmanship combine to instil new skills and confidence in individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
A multicultural mix of talent
Teamwork is an indigenous Cork start-up; completely self-made, personally-funded and organically grown to service some of the world’s biggest companies.
A charitable can-do attitude
Kate Jarvey and her team at the Crann Centre are supporting families to cope with the challenges of Spina Bifida; their visionary model is inspirational in outlook and practical in approach.
Study and success in Cork
Alpa Agrawal’s experience at UCC has led to her making Cork her home and business base, as she manages the Irish hub of her Indian business from the heart of the city.
A welcoming family spirit
For decades the Cronin family have been ambassadors and facilitators of the visitor experience in Cork; bringing people to the wonders of Cork in their fleet of Cronin’s Coaches.
A Japanese taste of Cork
The name of Takashi Miyazaki’s new restaurant, Ichigo Ichie is a ‘once in a lifetime’ dream for Ireland’s talented Japanese chef who describes his menu as ‘Irish with a Japanese twist’.
Uplifting waters of Cork
Atlantic Sea Kayaking’s Jim Kennedy takes great satisfaction in the observing the life changing moments that people recognise when they experience the coastline of Cork.
The power of Agri-food
Internationally recognised as a powerful agri-food region, Cork’s farmers and food producers are leading the way by the informative and innovative research of Teagasc.
Craft community
Alison Ospina is a crafter and champion for the Cork creative community who get their inspiration, energy and influences from the landscape of the local area.
Step up to the plate
Darina Allen’s Ballymaloe Cookery School has everything to offer a serious chef or occasional cook; centred around the deep ethos of growing organic produce coupled with the precision of the teaching techniques.
Taking on the world
Derval O’Rourke is an Irish national record sprint hurdler. The spirit that has always accompanied her is a deep sense of belief that she could take on the world from Cork.
Ireland’s Food Capital
Helen Collins, Director of a 'Taste of West Cork' tells us more about how Cork is actively leading the way in food festivals, gourmet trails and farmers’ markets as well as great dining experiences.
Cork’s cultural jewel
Mary McCarthy’s experience of arts and culture is now adding value to the Crawford Art Gallery; a National Institution which maintains a constant presence at the heart Cork’s cultural world.
A Family Affair
Justin & Jenny Green’s Ballyvolane House is a haven of calm in the North Cork countryside. Family values, fine food, fly fishing, craft gin and a warm welcome awaits.
Music Matters
How Sam McNicholl’s iconic West Cork venue, Connolly's of Leap, is a key marker of Cork’s rich and eclectic music scene.
A celebration of can-do
Nano Nagle Place is a celebration of the great work of Nano Nagle; her legacy lives on today by a vision that is kept strongly alive through the charities and community groups that are based here.
Stories of Can
We wanted to capture the essence of We are Cork through its people; to shine a light on all the amazing things that happen in Cork every day. It’s their stories that shape the big picture about who we are, what we have achieved and how every day actions contribute to our reputation.
