This morning drive North out of Dublin to visit Sheridans Cheesemongers, for an exclusive tour of their maturing rooms. Sheridans Cheesemongers sell farmhouse cheeses and specialty foods that are handmade in Ireland, as well as a wide selection of artisan foods from across Europe.

The tour will be followed by a brown bread making demonstration. Irish brown bread is a variant of soda bread that is a staple in Ireland the same way white bread is thought to be a staple in American kitchens. It is extremely versatile and can be used at any meal, or even as a snack.

Finish the visit with a 2-course lunch made with local produce at adjoining Sheridans Café.

After lunch depart for the Boyne Valley to meet the founders of Boyne Valley Farmhouse Cheese. Michael and Jenny Finegan established Boyne Valley Farmhouse Cheese in 2010 on the family farm in Co. Meath.

Michael is a 3rd generation farmer in partnership with his father. They farm cattle, tillage and dairy goats outside Slane in the heart of the Boyne Valley. You will be shown around the cheesemaking facility and have the cheese making process explained. Most important of all, taste cheese and milk there and then. Finally walk through the goat shed and see their 400 goats. These animals provide the luscious goats milk for Boyne Valley Cheese.

At the end of the afternoon, drive back to Dublin to enjoy the evening at leisure.

Optional Activity: Celtic Dinner Show. This evening the magic of Ireland comes to life through food, music and dance. After a 3-course dinner this captivating Irish dance show takes you on a journey deep into the heart of Irish culture, offering a truly immersive experience that will leave you enchanted.