Bia an Idea

Bia an IdeaJJ Healy

Cork Institute of Technology

“ Grocery with tasting rooms” Mario Batali

What is Eataly?It is a building dedicated to showcasing the food and beverages of Italy

Oscar Farinetti owner/driver /60% Food Co-ops 40%

Slow Food International consultant(quality & standards)

8 themed restaurants, Super market

Café- Ice Cream parlour-Pastry shop

Cookery School-€10/€130, Wine & beer tasting, Demos

Cellars- wine/ cheese/meat

Producer tours

9 shops in Italy,, 1 new York, 5 Japan

Swipe from the best, then adapt: Tom Peters

We should have something similar here in Ireland

Super Food Market-butchers, fishmongers, cheesemonger, bakery, confectionery, delicatessen, off-licenceRestaurantsSeafood-Meats-Vegetarian- Small Plates(Tapini)- Cafe

Cookery SchoolClasses by chefs & producers

Research Test kitchen & Food science laboratory, Sensory analysis

Apprenticeships, qualifications

All Irish ProductsOrganic, Free range, Hand made, HomemadeClassical, Historical, Authentic, Contemporary dishes, SeasonalTraditional and modern methodsArtisan/Producer in Residencefortnightly/monthlyTalks/demos on productSale of productRent free

Food MuseumTechnology ,artefactsLibrary,Classes/lectures/guest speakers

Educational & Commercial

Promoting an Irish Food Culture

Providing employment & Training

Environment for innovation and entrepreneurs

Destination for tourists

FundingTourism Ireland, Failte Ireland, Bord Bia, IFA, Agri-Aware, Colleges & Universities ,Private Investment

Questions ???

Thank you for

listening