The Spring 2024 PodBLASt series features interviews with 4 Blas judges.

In this interview Fallon Moore talks to Úna Martin about her judging experience.

Úna's entrepreneurial journey began in 2009 when she founded Úna’s Pies at the Farmers' markets in Cork. Her dedication to quality and innovation quickly earned her recognition, with numerous accolades including the prestigious Blas na hÉireann / Irish Food Awards Artisan Producer and Supreme Champion titles. Despite its success, Únas Pies faced challenges due to rising ingredient costs and she ceased trading in 2014. Undeterred, Úna transitioned to a new role, joining the product development team at Clóna Dairy Products in Clonakilty.
 
In 2021, Úna embarked on a new career path, as an International Recruitment Officer for the College of Science, Engineering, and Food Science, University College Cork (UCC)  Her diverse background as an artisan producer, a contributor to major retail production, and now a judge on the Irish Food Awards panel gives her a unique perspective to the judging process.
  
Other episodes in the Spring 2024 PodBLASt series:
Episode 1 Patrick Hanlon
Episode 2 Shane Smith
Episode 4 Ali Dunworth

#Blas2024 is open for entries until Thursday 16 May 2024!  Visit www.irishfoodawards.com for more details.

PodBLAST Spring 2024 - Una Martin

Blas na hÉireann