Irene Flannery
Nutritional Therapist, Medicinal Chef, Food Educator & Writer
Helping you reconnect with food, your health and the rhythms of the seasons — through simple cooking, real ingredients and a life lived a little closer to the kitchen.
What I Do
I’m Irene — a nutritional therapist, cook, and lifelong gatherer of good food and good ideas. My work has always started in the kitchen, but over the years it has grown into something more — conversations, classes, shared tables and those small moments where something just clicks.
These days, you’ll find me teaching, writing, and speaking — helping people make sense of food without the noise, the rules, or the overwhelm.
Because it’s not about perfection.
It’s about knowing what to do, having a few good ingredients to hand…and trusting yourself to make something nourishing from it.
Let’s explore how food can be your greatest ally in health.
My work is practical, grounded and rooted in real life — informed by nutritional science, shaped by experience and guided by a deep respect for traditional food wisdom. Whether through personalized nutrition, a talk, a class, or time spent together in the kitchen, the focus is always the same: helping you make sense of food in a way that feels manageable, sustainable and genuinely supportive of your health.
Here are a few ways you can work with me:
Your Nutrition, Your Way
Gentle, practical nutrition support through wholefoods, culinary medicine and realistic everyday changes. If you’d like to explore working together on your personalized nutrition, the first step is a friendly discovery call.
Speaking & Talks
I speak at community events, workshops, festivals and gatherings — sharing practical, grounded ways to support health through food, without overcomplicating it.
Workshops & Courses
Hands-on, seasonal, and rooted in real life — my classes are about building confidence in the kitchen, learning by doing, and enjoying the process along the way.
Whether part of a structured course or a one-off workshop, the focus is always on simple, nourishing food that fits into everyday life.
Writing & Notes from My Kitchen
Writing is a big part of my work — a way of sharing ideas, recipes and reflections that don’t always fit into a class or a talk.
Each week, I send Notes from My Kitchen — a gentle email with seasonal recipes, simple ideas, and a few thoughts from my own kitchen.
To sign up for my weekly email and never miss a note - sign up using the form above.
Private Cooking Sessions
One-to-one or small group sessions in your own kitchen, mine or online — practical, relaxed, and tailored to you, your tastes, goals and your everyday life.
This is where culinary medicine comes to life in a very real way — turning what you know you should be doing into something you can actually cook, enjoy, and come back to again and again.
What’s Cooking on the Blog!
Your Vision, My Expertise: Let’s Team Up
Have a big idea or project in mind? Whether it's a workshop, a healthy cooking demo or a health-focused event, I bring passion, creativity, and years of experience to every collaboration. Let’s combine your vision with my expertise to create something truly impactful. Ready to team up?
Bread on Thursdays!
New! Irene’s Spelt and Seed Loaf: Freshly baked and packed with wholesome ingredients, my Spelt and Seed Loaf is perfect for anyone seeking a delicious and nutritious bread alternative. Made with freshly milled flour using organic spelt grains and a medley of nutrient-rich seeds, this loaf is as satisfying as it is nourishing. Order yours today and bring a touch of health and heartiness to your table.
Available in Dingle for delivery or pick up on Thursdays
