Food Heroes ‘Framed’

Waterford Festival of Food is bringing its portrait exhibition “Behind the Bite: A Portrait Series of Our Local Food Heroes” to Cork Airport this January.

From January 2nd to 30th, passengers and visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an evocative black-and-white series, celebrating the trailblazers behind Waterford’s thriving food scene.

Commissioned by Waterford Festival of Food, the exhibition debuted at Curran’s Store on Dungarvan’s Quayside during this year’s festival and has since captured attention across the region, including at the Ballymaloe Food Festival. Now, it arrives at Cork Airport to shine a light on the talent, passion and dedication of Waterford’s food innovators.

With 40 black-and-white portraits by Cork-based photographer Joleen Cronin, “Behind the Bite” reveals the faces behind the flavours of Waterford. From bakers and brewers to cheesemakers and artisan producers, each portrait tells a story, celebrating the individuals who craft and elevate the region’s food culture.

Commenting on the upcoming exhibition, Waterford Festival of Food CEO Eunice Power said:

“This exhibition is a celebration of the incredible food community here in Waterford, and I’m delighted to bring it to Cork Airport, which is a gateway point for those visiting the South East from overseas.”