Local businesses have been named as finalists at this years Blas na hÉireann awards. The awards which are now in their 17th year, will host a three day event taking place from Thursday 3rd October to Saturday 5th October. The three finalists shortlisted from Co. Longford across a range of different categories are Goodness Grains Gluten Free Bakery, Herterich Artisan Butchers Ltd and Panelto Foods.
Meanwhile, the five finalists from Co. Leitrim are Artessa, Blakes Always Organic Ltd, Dromod Boxty, Ireland West Distillery and McNiffes Boxty. The award winners will be announced on the 4th October.