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Our Food. Power of Good

Posted on October 25, 2021October 26, 2021

We’re delighted to have launched an imaginative and extensive marketing campaign – ‘Our Food. Power of Good’, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and...

Three Great Taste stars for Millbay Oysters

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

Millbay Oysters, part of Rooney Fish in Kilkeel, has won three stars again for itsworldclass oysters in Great Taste 2025.Run by managing director Andrew Rooney, Millbay...

BASALT DISTILLERY SECURES TOP HONOURS AT THE GREAT TASTEAWARDS 2025, WITH 3-STAR WIN AND GOLDEN FORK NOMINATION –AND DEBUTS NATIONWIDE IN HARVEY...

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

Basalt Distillery, the rising Irish spirits house inspired by the raw geology of theUNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway, has achieved a landmark moment in its journey. Thebrand’s flagship...

World’s leading luxury store opts for gin and vodka from Bushmills

Posted on July 30, 2025July 30, 2025

Patrons of Harvey Nichols, the iconic store in London’s plush Knightsbridge, nowhave an opportunity to experience award-winning gin and vodka distilled close to thefamed Giant’s Causeway...

FoodNI member invests in growth of ‘heat to eat’ business

Posted on July 28, 2025July 28, 2025

FoodNI member DELI LITES, a food manufacturer based in Warrenpoint, Co Down, has announced a significant investment in its sandwich production and ‘heat-to-eat’ range.The brand plans...

New launches from Poco Picante

Posted on July 28, 2025July 28, 2025

2 new flavours from Food NI member Poco Picante to bring the range to 4! Habanero Chilli Salsa Mango – Inspired by the fiery flavours of...

Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans tastes success of Boatyard’s gin

Posted on July 25, 2025July 25, 2025

Boatyard Distillery in Enniskillen, home of a unique double gin and vodka, multi-award-winning products was in New Orleans last week at the annual Tales ofthe Cocktail...

Spirited success for Crossgar’s Shortcross in global markets

Posted on July 25, 2025July 25, 2025

FoodNI member, Rademon Estate Distillery, home of Shortcross gin and Irishwhiskey, has received numerous awards, including multiple accolades for boththeir gin and whiskey products. Notably, Shortcross...

Richhill Apple Fayre 2025

Posted on July 22, 2025July 22, 2025

The Richhill Apple Fayre is being held on 25th October in the Village Square.A celebration of the Apple harvest, produce and crafts, with something for everyone....

Lidl Northern Ireland ‘Kickstarts’ Business Growth for 17 Local Suppliers

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025

Lidl Northern Ireland has announced its largest ever intake of local food and drink producers to the retailers Kickstart Supplier Development Programme, giving 17 small and...