The Irish Butchers’ Guild has announced the winners of the 2025 Easter Lamb Display Challenge.
This year’s Overall Champion was awarded to Andrew Callaghan Butchers, Bettystown, Co. Meath, whose 5-star display was a stunning showcase of seasonal celebration, skilful butchery and product excellence.
The judges were impressed with the level of detail, creativity and innovation on display. “We’re absolutely over the moon to be named Overall Champion,” said Andrew Callaghan.
Awards
Several butchers were also recognised with 5-Star Awards for their entries, including Grogan & Brown Artisan Butchers, Kilkenny, Davidson’s Craft Butchers, Cork, Jim Crowley Craft Butchers, Midleton, Corrigan’s Artisan Butchers, Dublin, Murphy Craft Butchers, Tullow, B. Molloy Master Butchers, Ennis, while others achieved 4-Star and 3-Star Awards for the high quality and effort on display.
The event showcased a variety of lamb-based creations such as Rack of Lamb stuffed with black and white pudding, Mint Lamb Kebabs, Lamb Truffles and much more.
Entries were evaluated on product range and quality, visual appeal, creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Commenting on the competition, the Irish Butchers’ Guild said: ‘Our members continue to raise the bar each year.
‘These displays aren’t just about presentation – they represent the passion, tradition and local pride that goes into every cut of meat.
‘It’s a celebration of Irish lamb, Irish butchery, and the incredible service our members provide to communities across the country.’
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