Shop local this festive season

As the festive season approaches, the importance of choosing local and Irish options cannot be overstated. These businesses are a vital part of our communities, offering unique, quality products and services created by people who are incredibly passionate about what they do.

This November, The Family Edit proudly launches the ‘32 Counties in 1 Month Campaign’, a nationwide initiative dedicated to celebrating and supporting these local and Irish businesses.

Through this campaign, The Family Edit aims to shine a spotlight on family-friendly businesses, encouraging families across Ireland to discover and support the makers, creators and entrepreneurs in our communities.

Each day of the month, their Instagram @thefamilyedit and website www.thefamilyedit.ie will be filled with family favourites including places to stay, play, shop, eat and explore.

Cork Family Friendly Businesses will be celebrated on November 21.

This is an opportunity for families to discover wonderful products and services that they can enjoy themselves or gift, and we also would love to encourage local Cork businesses to get involved by sharing a post or reel on Instagram and tagging us on 21st November. Let's support our wonderful Cork businesses!

Cork is bursting with fantastic businesses of all types and sizes. Supporting them is not only enabling them to thrive and grow, it is gifting ourselves and loved ones something extra special this year. Whether it’s a product or experience, there’s a business in Cork for all interests and budgets.

SHOP: WILD SIDE SPORTS

Based in Bandon, Wild Side Sports is your ultimate family-run outdoor sports shop for family adventures, offering a curated selection of gear to ensure your comfort in nature. Discover everything you need for the outdoors, from baby carriers and baselayers to waterproof jackets, surfboards, and wetsuits.

MEMORY: AMC PHOTOGRAPHY

Ann-Marie Collins is the founder of AMC Photography and has been photographing babies and families for over 15 years. Her area of expertise is newborn photography and maternity sessions. Her studio has a panoramic view of Ballycotton Bay.

STAY: CELTIC ROSS HOTEL

Located on the Wild Atlantic Way in Rosscarbery, this family-friendly hotel is on the doorstep of some of Ireland’s most beautiful and historic gems. Rosscarbery has so much to offer families with fairy forests, playgrounds, water sports and crazy golf all close by.

PLAY: TODDLER SENSE CORK

An award-winning follow on programme of Baby Sensory, suitable for ages 13 months to under 4 years. Designed to engage and stimulate little ones while supporting their development through free play and structured activities. It provides a great opportunity for toddlers to have fun and learn in a safe, nurturing environment.

HANDMADE: QUBASHI

Delfi is designer and creator at Qubashi, where she carefully selects organic materials and pieces to make her dolls, decors and accessories. As a mother it is very important to her to make creations in natural shapes and colours, friendly to touch.

EAT: THE BRUNCH BOX

A from scratch food truck located within a stone’s throw from Youghal Eco Boardwalk and Claycastle Blue Flag beach, with an emphasis on local produce. Serving everything from Nutella pancakes, classic eggs Benedict and Royale and sourdough toasties.

PAMPER: GROUND

GROUND crafts 100% natural plant-based ingredients to create products and self-care rituals. All of the products are handmade in small batches in Cork, using vegan ingredients, with beautiful options for children and adults.

CREATE:DECLAN O’MEARA ART 

Declan is an artist and a qualified art teacher who has over 15 years of experience teaching art, craft and design. Throughout the year Declan provides a number of junior and senior kids art camps, workshops and classes, catering for all levels of ability and covering a vast range including painting, drawing, printmaking, jewellery making, collage and 3D construction.

TREAT: PRALINE

Praline in Mitchelstown transformed from a pastry shop and café, into a cherished pastry and chocolate shop, fulfilling owner Norma Kelly’s lifelong dream. Offering a variety of French pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and drinks, Praline emphasises handmade quality with fresh, local ingredients. Artisan chocolate truffles and bars are available, made in small batches to ensure excellence.

SUSTAINABLE: CLEVER TOTS TOY RENTAL

Give the gift of hassle-free toy rotation! Clever Tots Toy Club is a monthly toy rental subscription of sustainable, high-quality children’s toys to assist their learning and development through play for children from newborn to 36 months. Gift vouchers available.

Join in this journey of appreciation and support, making this Christmas truly special by choosing Llcal, choosing Irish, choosing Cork!

The Family Edit: Connecting families with top family-friendly and family-approved places to stay, play, shop, eat, support and explore. For further information and inspiration visit www.thefamilyedit.ie