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New Gouda-style goat’s cheese from Northern Irish artisan

Food NI member City Cheese, an artisan cheese maker, has launched a Gouda-style goat’s cheese. The new handmade cheese, developed by City Cheese founder Christo Swanepoel,...
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Charcuterie strikes gold in national awards

Three Northern Ireland companies, all Food NI members, gained eight awards, including two golds,in The British Charcuterie Awards, the first ever national awards. The awards were...
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The Echlinville Distillery raises a glass on its fifth birthday

The Echlinville Distillery in (County Down, Northern Ireland) is celebrating as its whiskey turns five years old. The Kircubbin based whiskey and gin producer became the...
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It’s all in Great Taste as top Northern Ireland food companies receive awards

Co Down butcher Hannan Meats has been awarded four three-star accolades in the Great Taste Awards. The awards, which are considered to be among the most-coveted...
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Food NI members strike gold in Great Taste Awards 2018

Almost 60 Food NI member companies won over 200 gold stars in this year’s Great Taste Awards. Six companies achieved the coveted three gold stars in...
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Hastings Hotel secures supply deal with Hannan Meats

HASTINGS Hotels has announced that it is now sourcing all of its beef exclusively from leading meat supplier, Hannan Meats. The group, which opened the 300-bedroom...
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Irish Black Butter wins business at Dublin International Airport

Food NI member company Irish Black Butter has won significant business at Dublin International Airport for its savoury/sweet spread. The company, which is based at Portrush...
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Top Irish hotel lists Belfast Ginger Ale

Food NI member company Longbridge Drinks has won its first significant sales in the Republic of Ireland for its unique Belfast Ginger Ale. Longbridge Drinks, which...
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Food and drink sector strengthens business in Britain

Great Britain is still the biggest market for Northern Ireland food and drink industry. Overall, the industry saw a £2.6 percent rise in total sales in...
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