Two local businesses are among those awarded for excellence by the Irish Butchers’ Guild.
Premises across the country were hailed for outstanding performance in a range of categories.
Grogan and Brown Artisan Butchers picked up the accolade for Retail Store Presentation and Retail Meat Display.
Owner Jon Brown says; “We are absolutely thrilled to receive these Excellence Awards. From day one we have aimed to provide Kilkenny with a butcher shop that honours traditional craft, sources high-quality meats, and presents them in a way that respects our customers and our craft. This recognition is a tribute to our dedicated team and loyal customers.”
The Irish Butchers’ Guild added; “Grogan & Brown Artisan Butchers exemplifies what we set out to reward – a combination of butchery craftsmanship, retail professionalism, and customer-focused presentation. Their shop sets a high benchmark for artisan butchers nationwide.”
And Murphy’s Craft Butchers in Tullow, County Carlow were named Category Champions for Excellence in Retail Meat Display.
“We are truly honoured to receive these Excellence Awards,” said Jim & Bernadeta Murphy. “For five generations our family has taken pride in supplying Tullow and Carlow with top-quality meat – but we always wanted to give our customers more than just that: a full experience, transparency, care, and real value. This recognition is a tribute to our team, our loyal customers, and the farmers we’ve worked with for generations.”
The Irish Butchers’ Guild said: “Murphy’s Craft Butchers embodies the values our Retail Excellence Awards were founded on – craftsmanship, traceability, outstanding presentation, and service. Their store, display, and shopfront set a high standard for butchers nationwide.”
