Two new stalls add to variety of tastes at Cork's English Market

Cork Rooftop Farm and The Pie Guys have now opened up in the market and are already proving to be a hit with locals and tourists alike.

Jamie Kelly and Tim O'Kennedy, aka The Pie Guys, have already amassed a host of fans after opening in their first location, at Cork's Black Market, last year.

The pair are known for their 'all-butter pastry' and range of homemade 'Corkish' pies.

They offer a selection of unique pies such as Beef and Beamish, The Cheesy Kiwi, Creamy Chicken Tarragon, and Sweet Potato Mushroom.

Also joining the English Market crew is Brian McCarthy who is bringing the first urban rooftop garden to Cork City.

Mr McCarthy set up Cork Rooftop Farm during the pandemic which supplies fresh produce to local restaurants.

With the expansion to the English Market, he hopes to grow and develop horticulture and vegetable farming in Cork and around the country.

The new stall sells a range of fresh produce including chemical-free, locally grown fruit and vegetables, as well as a selection of houseplants.

English Market property manager Brendan Walsh has welcomed the new additions.

The market launched a campaign earlier this year titled 'Start Your Story' to find new traders to join the community.

"We launched our Start Your Story campaign to find new stall-holders, that would complement the market’s long-standing reputation and commitment to quality and to build on the local food culture that is in the market," said Mr Walsh.

"These two exceptional new food businesses are a perfect match and enhance the experience for customers. Ventures like this help to strengthen Cork’s position as the food capital of Ireland."

Mr Walsh encouraged other potential traders interested in joining the English Market to get in touch.

The two new stalls bring some fresh new ideas to the iconic marketplace and they are delighted with their new locations.