Festive flavour as Laois food firm wins gold
Founder Helen Gee with the gold award for G's Jams
A RENOWNED Laois food company is celebrating sweet success, after winning gold at the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards, widely known as the food Oscars.
There was great excitement in Abbeyleix, as the team at G’s Gourmet Jams celebrated a gold award for their delicious Cranberry & Orange Sauce.
The product wowed the judges with its rich, tangy flavour and perfect balance of sweetness and zest. It is a festive favourite for many families, known for adding that extra touch of homemade goodness to Christmas dinners across Ireland.
Founder Helen Gee said the win was a proud moment for the whole team.
She said: “It’s a real honour for us and a proud moment for Laois, as we continue to represent our county on the national food stage. And we have been shortlisted for the Good Food Ireland awards in the Sweet and Savoury Producer of the Year Category.”
Now in business for over 25 years, G’s Gourmet Jams continues to make all its jams, marmalades, chutneys and sauces in the heart of Abbeyleix, using natural ingredients and keeping that unmistakable homemade taste for which the brand is famous.
The win is another boost for Laois food and drink producers, showcasing the incredible quality and creativity coming from the region.
Helen said: “We’re absolutely delighted to take home gold for our Cranberry & Orange Sauce. It’s one of those products our customers look forward to every year and to have it recognised at Blas na hÉireann is such an honour. We’re so proud to be flying the flag for Abbeyleix and Laois food producers.”
As reported in the in October, other local winners at the prestigious event included Zephyr Yard, which was awarded the ‘Best in County’ title sponsored by Laois Local Enterprise Office. Mueller & O'Connell Bakery won gold, silver and bronze, The Village Dairy took home silver and bronze and Aghaboe Farm Foods won a silver award.
