About Us

Every person deserves to dine with dignity

We are an Irish company dedicated to infusing innovation, expertise, and creativity into the kitchen, aimed at providing wholesome food options for those who suffer with dysphagia.

Our products are handmade in West Cork using a bespoke design process to enhance the dining experience for all.

We hold the belief that everyone should have access to nutritious and delicious food.

Our mission is to restore the joy of eating and sharing meals in a social setting, while ensuring dignity and pleasure in the experience.

Our products are designed to enhance wellbeing, bridging the gap for individuals facing difficulties with swallowing and chewing, allowing them to enjoy a higher quality of life. We strive to make dining and food service a smooth and enjoyable process, as our team is dedicated to maximising nutritional intake at every meal

Our Story

Founders Niamh, a dysphagia chef, and Siobhan, an expert in financial management, came together in 2021, driven by their frustration with the limited options available for those facing swallowing and chewing challenges. They believed that everyone deserves better meal choices and a wider variety of options.

Together, they set out to achieve a straightforward goal: to enhance daily dining experiences. They transformed bland purees into delicious, nutritious, and easily recognisable meal and snack items. Their journey involved extensive research in collaboration with Teagasc, dietitians, and speech and language therapists. They explored the potential of using food molds and designed custom recyclable packaging to both shape and protect the product.

They meticulously tested recipes to ensure safe use with the IDDSI Framework. Consequently, OCRAS was established—a passionate group of individuals united in their mission to revive the joy of food.

With OCRAS, Niamh and Siobhan are not just providing a product; they are fostering a community where the joy of eating is accessible to all, reaffirming their belief that food is a universal language of love and connection.