The prestigious Ballymaloe 12 Week Certificate is based on a structured program covering a wide variety of world cuisines and culinary techniques. Students are equipped with all the necessary skills to start a career as a professional chef.

Whatever your cooking ability we have a course for you. Choose from a selection of courses ranging from 1/2 a day to a full intensive week.

Cookery demonstrations take place almost every weekday at the School from 1.45pm to 5.00pm. Join our students for an afternoon.

Darina writes a weekly article on food issues in The Examiner, featuring the latest happenings in the culinary scene as well as musings on social and environmental issues, along with hot tips on upcoming food-related events. Click below to read the latest letter and access a treasure trove of accompanying recipes..

Our gardens are open to the public all year-round? A most pleasurable morning or afternoon can be passed meandering from one to the next. Wander through at your own pace alone or with friends or, if you prefer, our knowledgeable Garden Guides can accompany you during your visit...

We are delighted to announce the release of Darinas latest book.

Simply Delicious - The Classic Collection.

Darina revisits the classic recipes that began it all 30 years ago.