A family of great taste
We are a family business, passionate about bringing our family of great-tasting products into your home.
Our story dates back to the 1880s in West Cork where our Clonakilty Blackpudding was first made using a secret recipe, passed down through the generations in our family butcher shop Edward Twomey’s. Since then we’ve grown our collection of products to include Whitepudding, Rashers, Sausages and most recently Veggie Pudding.
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HISTORY
The Clonakilty Story
The story of Clonakilty Food Co. begins in 1976 when Edward Twomey purchased a butcher shop in the centre of the West Cork town of the same name and with it came a secret recipe for black pudding. The recipe dated back to the early 1880s and plays a central role in our company’s success.
The Guardians have each in their turn carried on the legacy, inheriting the secret recipe from their predecessor, preserving the unique blend of spice and ingredients as a formula to hand to the next generation.
LATEST NEWS
- We’re back! National Ploughing Championships 2026
The countdown is on, and we couldn’t be more excited to head back to the National Ploughing Championships in Screggan, Co. Offaly, from 15th–17th September. We are ready to welcome you for three days of great food and good company. As always, we’ll be… Read more: We’re back! National Ploughing Championships 2026 - Clonakilty RashersA Fresh Look and a New Addition to the Clonakilty Rasher Family Our Clonakilty Rashers have a fresh new look, with the same great taste you know and love. And now, we’re delighted to welcome a new member into… Read more: Clonakilty Rashers
- How do you cook black pudding?
Frying is the most popular way to cook black pudding. It gives a crispy outside while staying soft in the middle. To pan-fry black pudding: Black pudding can be cooked in the air fryer. Just follow these steps: Cooking… Read more: How do you cook black pudding?