A business that started up in the middle of the recession is thriving and winning awards and receiving prestigious accolades since they opened their door just over two years ago.
Glasrai and Goodies in the heart of Gowran village is a treasure trove of all the foods and culiniary delights one can imagine.
Walking in the door of the shop is akin to peering into the larder of a foodie or chef of God-like status. All the produce looks perfect and beside everything is something else to tantalise and titilate the senses. There is a warm and welcoming atmosphere and you know instantly that you have stumbled on something special, somewhere you will return to in the future time and time again.
It is not surprising in the least to discover that it was their customers’ who nominated them for their recent nomination in The Irish Times as best artisan food shop. Derek and Siobhan Lawler immediately make you at ease and it is clear that the business is as much a labour of love as it is a commercial venture. “The property came up nine years ago and I suppose we just jumped in,†said Derek. Initially the couple both worked for the website constructionjobs.ie but when the industry took a dive they decided to make use of the space attached to their home on the Main Street in Gowran. to rethink. “Siobhan is the real inspiration behind it. She was always interested in food and we eat out a lot and had a circle of friends who enjoyed gourmet nights.