Where Our Chickens Come From and Why It Matters
Sara and Gavin with Charles Smith who rears the higher welfare chickens for Poulet Bonne Femme.
At Poulet Bonne Femme, we have always believed that great food starts long before it reaches our rotisserie. It starts on the farm, in the hands of people who care deeply about what they produce. That is why we choose to work with the Smith family, a small farm in Co. Cavan, who are as passionate about quality, care, and taste as we are.
Unlike mass-produced supermarket chicken, Smith family birds are raised with space to roam, the freedom to scratch and peck naturally, and the right balance of nutrition for healthy growth. They are nurtured by farmers who know them and who take pride in producing poultry that is not only delicious but naturally good for you.
Provenance You Can Trust
For us, provenance is not just a nice word to have on a label, it is a promise to our customers. We know exactly where our chickens come from, how they are reared, and who is behind the process. This close relationship means we can stand over every single bird that leaves our rotisserie, knowing it meets our uncompromising standards for quality and welfare.
It is this attention to detail that makes a difference you can taste, from the way our birds are marinated overnight in salt, herbs, and cracked black pepper to the moment they are cooked in closely monitored small batches throughout the day to ensure maximum juiciness and flavour.
Fields in Cavan where the chickens roam freely
Why Quality Chicken Matters for Health
Good chicken is not just about taste, it is about nutrition. High-quality, properly reared chicken is a lean source of complete protein, rich in essential amino acids that help the body grow, repair, and recover. It is also packed with B vitamins, iron, and zinc, nutrients that support immunity, energy levels, and overall vitality.
For growing teenagers, especially those heading back to school and playing sports, the right protein makes a real difference. It supports muscle recovery after training, fuels busy days, and provides long-lasting energy without the crash. That’s why we as a family, as well as our after-school community pop in all the time - to feed our teens well!
When you choose Poulet Bonne Femme chicken, you are choosing protein that is as pure, wholesome, and naturally nourishing as it gets, with nothing unnecessary added.
Our Commitment
We have been doing this since 2009, and our promise has not changed: to serve the best Irish free-range chicken we can find, cooked fresh all day, every day. We are proud to work with farmers who share our values and to give our customers food they can feel good about eating and feeding to their families.
Because at Poulet Bonne Femme, we believe quality is not just in the flavour. It is in the care, the craft, and the connection to where our food comes from.