Wexford Launch- A great Success

A fine crowd turned up for our Wexford book launch in D'Lush Café last Saturday. The café is just the perfect setting for an intimate gathering and the D'Lush staff worked tirelessly to keep folk fed and watered. Linda's delicious chocolate brownies were a huge hit and, I suspect, the main attraction! It was a great opportunity for everyone to catch up with old friends. Mayor Joe Ryan introduced the book with a warm and well-considered speech. Having grown up in Dublin, Joe was well familiar with Urney Chocolates. He fondly reflected on the lure of the infamous Two and Two bar and noted the factory's significance in Irish industrial history. A terrific night. Thanks to everyone for all the support. And special thanks to Zeno for being both photographer and financial controller on the night. Who said men can't multi-task!
 

Book featured on RTE One - Four Live

This afternoon Tom Doorley was promoting his book "Eating for Ireland" on RTE's Four Live show. He chatted to Maura Derrane about favourite foods of our childhood and how they evoke a longing for a simpler but comforting time. His book celebrates this nostalgia and discusses how we used to eat throughout the years. Of course, Urney Chocolates got a mention. Tom and Maura waxed lyrical about the delectable Two and Two bar and the toothsomely chewy Bobby bar. At one point Maura furtively produced my book Sweet Memories- The Story of Urney Chocolates" from under the counter, taking care not to reveal its cover. She opened the book to point at a picture of a Two and Two Bar wrapper. As the camera lingered on the image they enthusiastically discussed the reincarnation of the well-loved bar. Unfortunately, there was no mention of the book title or its author and the implication was that this was a double page spread from Tom's book. Shame.....I feel a bit cheated..... See the programme for yourself here (scroll to 17.36mins for the Tom Doorley interview.) Link is only available til December 1st. Feel free to highlight this injustice by emailing emails@fourlive.ie ......

Easter Eggs

Although Urney Chocolates ceased trading 40 years ago the brand is still alive and well. Leo Cummins has worked in the confectionery business for many years as did his father. Having gathered a wealth of experience in the area, Leo combines his knowledge with a passion for vintage sweets and the legacy behind the original brands. Along with Cleeves Toffees and Hadji Bey Turkish Delight he plans to reintroduce Urney Chocolates to the market. And we can't wait!
Last week the Jedward Easter egg was launched as an Urney Chocolates creation.

"And so we are the proud manufacturers and developers of Jedward Twin Milk Chocolate Easter Eggs with a special Jedward No 1 Fan milk chocolate medal in each pack and an even more special 5 Gold Tickets to meet Jedward in 5 very special packs."

They can be bought online or from Heatons, Eurospar, Mace, Spar and Woodies of Bray, Lucan and Tallaght. Quantities are limited so you'll have to be quick before stocks run out. Now Leo, when oh when can we expect a Two and Two bar?