Best Possible Taste with Sharon Noonan

In this BPT episode, we celebrate 35 years of Dromod Boxty with Áine Faughnan. Based in Co. Leitrim, Áine has been a tireless ambassador bringing the humble boxty to tables across the country and beyond. Her dedication to preserving heritage while building a successful, family-run enterprise is truly inspiring. As Domod marks this milestone, we’ll hear about Áine’s journey, the evolution of her business, and the enduring appeal of Ireland’s beloved potato bread. Best Possible Taste is Ireland’s longest-running food and drink podcast. For more episodes and information, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

In this BPT episode, Charlotte Pike, award-winning food writer, teacher, and now author of The Soup Solution, chats with Sharon Noonan about her beautiful new cookbook that celebrates the comfort, versatility, and nourishment of soup. Based in England, Charlotte brings her culinary expertise and thoughtful approach to this timeless dish, offering recipes that are both practical and inspiring. With a deep appreciation for seasonal ingredients and a nod to her training in Ireland, The Soup Solution is more than a cookbook—it’s a guide to eating well, simply. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. For more episodes and information, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

In this episode of Best Possible Taste, Sharon Noonan welcomes a dynamic mother-daughter duo whose love of food and family has found its way onto the pages of a beautiful new cookbook. Now You're Cooking! by Lily Mae aka Lils and Jolene Cox features 70 tried-and-tested recipes, including the clever tips and tricks they've learned over the years. In this cookbook, Jolene and Lils write directly for kids, giving them the skills and confidence to learn that cooking is something anyone can do at any age. Best Possible Taste is Ireland’s longest-running food and drink podcast. For more episodes and information, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

In this episode of the Best Possible Taste, Sharon Noonan chats with Mervyn Steenson, head chef at Groucho’s on the Square in Richhill, Co. Armagh. Mervyn shares the story behind the restaurant’s history, his passion for showcasing local produce, and the importance of being part of the Food Heartland Network. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. For more episodes and details, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

In this episode, Mairead Finnegan of RollIt Pastry shares her experience taking part in BrandBite, a dynamic initiative by the Art of Grate Food in collaboration with Blas na hÉireann, supported by Taste 4 Success Skillnet, designed to help Irish food producers refine and elevate their branding. Led by industry experts, BrandBite provides strategic guidance to help participants better communicate their story, values, and product appeal. Mairead talks about how the programme helped her unveil a fresh new look for RollIt Pastry—one that reflects the quality of her all-Irish butter pastry and connects more deeply with customers. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest running food and drink podcast.

In this episode, Sharon Noonan talks to Lou Robbie, known to many as Little Lou Cooks on social media. Lou has built a loyal following thanks to her honest, practical, and delicious approach to home cooking. And now, she’s taken things to the next level with the release of her debut cookbook "Make & Freeze", which has already become a Sunday Times bestseller. Whether you’re batch cooking for a busy week or just looking for ways to make life a little easier—and tastier—Lou’s recipes are all about real food, real life, and making it work. I Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more episodes and information.

In this episode, we meet Eoin Lennon from Gather & Gather—someone who’s not only passionate about food but also deeply curious about the cultural shifts that ripple through the culinary world. Eoin penned a thought-provoking piece on one of the most talked-about moves in global fine dining: Daniel Humm, the celebrated chef behind New York’s Eleven Madison Park, has reintroduced meat to his menu after four years of serving exclusively plant-based dishes. Eoin shares his insights with BPT host Sharon Noonan and explains why he believes choice, sustainability, and inclusivity are reshaping the future of food. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. For more details and episodes, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan chats to chef, educator and plant foods consultant James deBurca to find out more about "tempeh" and his business "DeBurca's Tempeh." Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details and episodes.

This special episode of Best Possible Taste was recorded live at Cork on a Fork. Host Sharon Noonan had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Fallon Moore from Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards. Now in its 18th year, Blas na hÉireann is the largest blind-tasted food awards on the island of Ireland, celebrating the very best of Irish produce and the passionate people behind it. Fallon chats to Sharon about Cork’s award-winning drinks—an area where the Rebel County truly shines. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details and episodes.

This Best Possible Taste episode was recorded LIVE at Cork on a Fork, a Cork City Council festival, on Saturday, 16 August 2025. Hosted by Sharon Noonan the theme of this panel discussion was “Cork’s Food Revolution: Innovators Shaping the Future." Sharon was joined on stage by: * Maria Broderick from The Good Fish Co * Julian Burns of Lullaby Milk * And Hanna Backmo from Hanna’s Bees Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more information and episodes.

This episode of Best Possible Taste was recorded at Taste of Dublin 2025 — one of the highlights of the Irish food calendar. Sharon Noonan had the pleasure of hosting lots of Food for Thought sessions on the Lovin Dublin stage, where she was joined by many inspiring guests, one of whom was Elaine Fitzsimons from the Matcha Bar. Elaine captivated the audience with her passion for matcha, her journey as a business owner, and of course, treated the audience to a wonderful tasting experience. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more BPT interviews.

This Best Possible Taste guest brings a whole new meaning to 'fired up about food!' Paul Knapp, also known as the Firefighting Chef, is a recently retired professional firefighter with a lifelong passion for cooking. He chats to Sharon Noonan about his unique culinary journey and his plans in this new era. BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. VISIT WWW.SHARONNOONAN.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION AND INTERVIEWS!

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan chats to Tipperary's Sinéad Delahunty, a woman of many talents! Sinead is a food creator, a passionate advocate for simple, wholesome cooking, a Gaelic footballer, a qualified physiotherapist, a food educator, cookbook author and founder of the Little Deer - a makery where food, nature and all things creativity collide! THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details.

In this BPT episode, Sharon Noonan talks to John Shine, founder and owner of Shine's Seafood. John shares insights into the roots of the business, the challenges of sustainable fishing, and the steps that Shine's Seafood take to educate the public about seafood. BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. VISIT WWW.SHARONNOONAN.COM FOR MORE INTERVIEWS AND DETAILS.

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan chats to Nina Massey, Marketing and Content Manager, at Taste of Dublin, one of Ireland’s most iconic culinary celebrations, which is celebrating 20 years this year. Since its early days in the Iveagh Gardens, Taste of Dublin has grown into a must-visit event for food lovers from across the country and beyond. Now firmly settled in the beautiful surroundings of Merrion Square, the festival returns from Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th June 2025 with another incredible line-up of chefs, restaurants, experiences and, of course, flavours. For more details and to book tickets, visit www.tasteofdublin.ie BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND’S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. VISIT WWW.SHARONNOONAN.COM FOR MORE EPISODES.

In this BPT episode, we meet Kian Louët-Feisser, from the family-run Carlingford Oyster Company which was set up 50 years ago by Kian’s father Peter. Today, Kian is at the helm of the business where oysters are grown in Carlingford Lough’s Class A waters and sold to top chefs around the world. Best Possible Taste is Ireland’s longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details.

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan chats to Karoline Sweeney from the Castle Grove Country House Hotel in Letterkenny, County Donegal. This Blue Book, family-run Georgian property overlooks Lough Swilly and has been enchanting guests for many years. Best Possible Taste is Ireland’s longest-running food and drink podcast. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more details.

In this episode of Best Possible Taste, Ireland’s longest-running food and drink podcast, Sharon Noonan talks to chef Paddy Lee, a fellow Northern Irish native with a fascinating culinary journey. The interview was recorded in the days following Paddy’s standout dinner in St Mary’s Church of Ireland in Dungarvan, part of the 2025 Waterford Festival of Food. Hosted by Sharon thanks to an invitation from Eunice Power, WFOF CEO, the dinner was an unforgettable experience in a truly unique setting. The episode was released on May 4th and includes a fun Star Wars comparison—likening Paul Flynn of The Tannery to Yoda, with Paddy stepping into the role of Luke Skywalker as he hones his skills in the kitchen! BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more info about Sharon Noonan and Best Possible Taste.

In this Best Possible Taste episode, we head to West Cork to meet Max Jones from Up There the Last. Max is the creative force behind a number of exciting food and cultural events, and in this interview we hear about his Anglo Italian upbringing, life in West Cork, and look ahead at some fantastic upcoming events he’s curating here in Ireland and in Italy. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more Best Possible Taste interviews. Picture credit: Doreen Kilfeather

In this Best Possible Taste episode, Sharon Noonan is joined by a true powerhouse in Ireland’s food scene—Eunice Power, chef, entrepreneur, and the dynamic CEO of the Waterford Festival of Food which takes place in the picturesque harbour town of Dungarvan and its environs from the 25th to the 27th of April 2025. In this interview, Eunice provides a tantalising preview of what’s in store—from mouth-watering events and top chef appearances to community celebrations and all the deliciousness that makes this festival a standout on the Irish food calendar. THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE IS IRELAND'S LONGEST-RUNNING FOOD & DRINK PODCAST. Visit www.sharonnoonan.com for more BPT interviews.