Once upon a time in the heart of County Down there was a herd of very happy pedigree cows…. rolling hills, acres of fresh green pastures, warm dry barns for when there’s a chill in the air and a Lady owner who loves them so much she paints their portraits!

It’s no surprise that Willow, Cecilia, Mabel and the other pampered girls at the historic Clandeboye Estate produce vast amounts of deliciously creamy milk that is used to produce Northern Ireland’s only locally made cows’ milk yoghurt.

The owner of estate, Lady Dufferin says the milk from the Holstein and Jersey herds is blended by hand. They take their time and make small batches. The resulting yoghurt is creamy and rich in texture but not high in fat.

They make Natural, Greek, Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry, Toffee Caramel and Madagascan Vanilla. They come in 150g and 450 g sizes. They have a range of Layered Greek Yoghurt with Senga Strawberry, Mango and Lemon Curd. They also have Clandeboye Reserve Granola snack pots in Senga Strawberry and Mango varieties. If you’re in Foodservice go for the 2-10kg containers. Hastings Hotels do!