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Vincent Grew, Kingsbury Wagyu general manager with the awards at Blas na hEireann for the company’s succulent beef. He is pictured with another team member

Armagh Wagyu beef wins top county honour and World Steak Challenge gold

Go Pig’s tasty burritos are a success in the Republic

Belfast food firm’s burritos prove a hit with Aldi shoppers

Kraken Fish & Chips in Killyleagh launched its Feed the Fleet initiative in September with free meals for children and will offer complimentary fish suppers to over-65s this Wednesday as a thank you to the local community. Credit Facebook

'No catches, no gimmicks': NI chippy serves up free fish suppers for over-65s

Bob & Berts operates coffee shops across Northern Ireland, Scotland and England and is now looking ahead to its next phase of growth, with plans to further expand its presence across the UK

NI coffee shop sees profits rise to £1.3m following business transformation

Brownlow Castle Tearooms, set within the historic drawing room at Brownlow House in Lurgan, is closing its doors today after announcing the decision with “deep regret”

'Deep regret': Sad farewell as historic NI castle tearoom closes its doors

Castlerock artisan chocolatier Geri Martin features in a new documentary series from global technology giant Lenovo, which explores what happens when entrepreneurs look beyond borders for support

'So excited again': NI chocolatier backed by global giant after soaring costs

Clarke Nillar, founding managing director of Millar Moo with Tesco buying manager David Thompson and Andrea Millar, a director of Millar Moo

Dunmurry flavoured milk brand continues to “moove” with Tesco NI

Lick Gelato in Newcastle is Northern Ireland’s tastiest food. Picture shows joint founder Simon Welby receiving his award in London

NI food producers scoop record haul of Great British Food Awards

Pictured at the Foyle Food Group in Omagh at the announcement of a major £15million investment are Terry Acheson, CEO of Foyle Food Group, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Gráinne Moody, director of Food and Drink at Invest NI

One of the largest red meat processors in the UK announces £15m NI investment

A new Greggs shop has opened at Maxol’s Beechlawn forecourt in Dunmurry, bringing two new jobs to the area

New Greggs shop serves up new option for motorists at NI Maxol forecourt

The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Henry Cushinan perfecting his pour at Antrim Castle Garden's Beer Festival in June. Photo provided by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

Beer, wine and cider festival receives highest customer satisfaction score

From left - Irish Black Butter’s International Ambassador Alastair Bell, PRM Group Key Account Sales Development Manager Gary Hopkins, David Thompson, Buying Manager – Dairy at Tesco Northern Ireland and Clandeboye Estate Yoghurt Commercial Director Patrick Black.

Portrush's Irish Black Butter and Clandeboye Yoghurt unite for Tesco launch

Michael Hall, founder and managing director of Craigavon-based Kestrel Foods, has been named among the UK’s Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2026

NI snack entrepreneur targets £100m turnover after top UK business leader honour

McConnell’s Irish Whisky will welcome the awards to its Crumlin Road Gaol distillery on Thursday, December 3, 2026, marking the first time the flagship event in the Irish whisky calendar has been held in Belfast

NI whisky revival makes debut as Belfast lands Irish Whiskey Awards

Emily McCorkell of Lo&Slo Sauces is backing the new initiative for Irish women in food and hospitality, part of an international network

Londonderry food leader backs push for new women’s food network

Lawri’s Ten Watch bonbons

Randalstown’s Ten Watch Chocolates strikes gold at Irish Food Awards
Ten Watch Chocolates founder Lawri Dowie has picked up further recognition for his handmade bonbons after success at the Blas na hEireann awards in Dingle
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Gilfresh account and marketing manager Anne Mac Oscar, Nigel Doherty, produce buying manager at Tesco NI and Gilfresh farm manager Richard Gilpin.

Loughgall-grown pumpkins on sale for first time in Tesco stores this Halloween

CGI image of how the proposed new Lidl store at Kingsway Dunmurry could look if planning permission is granted. Credit Planning Portal

£7m new Lidl store planned for Belfast as Tesco site set for demolition

M&S has officially opened the doors to its transformed Aldergrove store, with eager shoppers queuing ahead of the opening to be among the first to see the major revamp

Take a look: M&S unveils transformed Aldergrove store after 50% expansion

Dingle in County Kerry was the place to be on October 2 for the eagerly anticipated finals of Blas na hÉireann, The Irish Food Awards – and there was a taste of success for Causeway Coast producers.

Morelli Ice Cream wins Best in County at Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards

Nando's in Coleraine is the third best-rated in the UK and the best in Northern Ireland, according to new research.

Nando's Coleraine voted third best-rated in UK and best in Northern Ireland

Re-Gen has appointed experienced operations leader Kieran McPolin as its first MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) general manager

NI waste management firm appoints first MSW manager as recycling plant expands

A record breaking £47,891 was raised at the 2026 Grocers Ball which was attended by over 300 colleagues from the local industry

Record £47,891 raised to provide vital support for NI grocery and retail workers

Enterprising couple Zsolt and Andrea Bohar of Green Fingers and Yumbo

NI family food business plans expansion after ‘match made in heaven’ merger

Europa Hotel has announced the completion of a £550,000 investment that has transformed the former Piano Restaurant into The Parlour, a sophisticated new addition to the hotel’s food and beverage offering, while also revitalising its iconic Piano Lounge. Credit Bradley Quinn

World-famous NI hotel unveils major transformation after £550k investment

Founded by Martin and Tracy Hamilton in 2004, Mash Direct is based on the family’s sixth-generation farm in Comber, where it produces prepared potato and vegetable sides for customers across the UK and Ireland

Profits soar as sixth-generation NI family farm business reports £32.8m turnover

Nation’s favourite - dippy egg with toasted soldier

Dippy eggs top ‘noshtalgia’ list along with fish fingers and Angel Delight
Fish fingers, beans on toast, “dippy” eggs and Angel Delight are among the most popular comforting foods which bring back memories of childhood.
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Healthy eating campaigner Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall with Northern Ireland Food and Farming minister Andrew Muir

Northern Ireland urged to ‘Feel the fibre’ as campaign highlights healthy eating

The multi-award winning Young Buck Blue Cheese is a popular choice for cheeseboards

‘Simply the best’ for artisan cheese from Co Down in Irish awards

Alan Reid, founder and director of SHU Belfast

'Reaching 25 gave us a chance to reflect': Belfast restaurant enters new chapter

Pilgrim's Europe has announced its consolidated FY2025 results, delivering another year of solid financial and operational performance in its second full year as an integrated business since bringing together Northern Ireland based poultry meat producer Moy Park, Pilgrim's UK and Pilgrim's Food Masters

Pilgrim’s Europe reports £267m operating profit as NI poultry business grows

Robert Ryan, Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland chief executive Officer and Gordon Cruikshanks, Lidl Northern Ireland regional managing director

Lidl NI spends record £624m with local suppliers as turnover hits £604m

Owner has thanked loyal customers for their support as The Dock of the Bay prepares to close, with hopes it can reopen in the future. Credit Facebook

‘Heartbroken’: Much-loved NI coastal coffee trailer to close over planning issue

Enterprising farming/business couple James and Stephanie Martin of Ballydown Farm, near Banbridge, were recognised for their commitment to sustainability at the Farming Life/Farm Week Northern Ireland Farming Awards 2026. The farm produces a wide range of products including a Great Taste winning Greek-style natural yoghurt

Banbridge family farm recognised for pioneering sustainability work

Northern Ireland wellness brand celebrates 10 years with new product launch

Linwoods Ambassador, GP, best-selling author and TV doctor Dr Amir Khan is pictured with Patrick Woods, Managing Director of Linwoods Health Foods, at the launch of the company’s new Fibre Boost and Protein Boost products

NI health food firm targets fibre gap with new range as sales grow 22%

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has launched ‘The Giant Table’, an exciting new chapter for the much-loved Bushmills Salmon & Whiskey Festival.

Bushmills Salmon & Whiskey Festival introduces 'The Giant Table' for 2026

McClements Traditional Fish and Chips in Millisle has announced that owners Billy and Lynn are “hanging up their aprons”, with new owners now taking over the popular County Down business

Much-loved NI fish and chip shop changes hands after almost 20 years

Celebrity chef Paula McIntyre is chief judge in the BBC Food and Farming Awards 2026 in the Titanic, Belfast

NI food artisans shortlisted for prestigious BBC Food and Farming Awards

Shane McCarthy (centre), managing director of Two Stacks in Newry with fellow founders of the business Liam Brogan and Donal MacLynn

Newry whiskey blender takes Irish cream on the go with UK retail launch

Roe Valley Resort in Limavady has been named Family-Friendly Hotel of the Year 2026 at the Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards. Back row (L-R): Liga Cielava, Housekeeping Manager; Michael McCrudden, Golf Operations Manager; Jack Olphert, Leaping Hound Supervisor; and Chloe Stripp, Pastry Chef. Front (L-R): Edward Higgins, Pool Plant Assistant; Emily Murray, Family Experience Manager; Amy Thompson, Hotel Manager; and Richard Clark, Housekeeper.

Roe Valley Resort named Family-Friendly Hotel of the Year 2026

Northern Ireland glass manufacturer and bottler Encirc is investing more than £700,000 over three years in skills development at its Derrylin site. Pictured are Sean Murphy, managing director, Encirc, Economy Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Gráinne Moody, director of Food and Drink, Invest NI

NI manufacturer invests £700k in workforce as it targets greener production

M&S is calling on residents across County Fermanagh to show their support for plans to bring a new fresh market-style Foodhall to Lakelands Retail Park in Enniskillen by submitting a letter of support as part of the planning process

M&S unveils plans for 17,800 sq ft new NI Foodhall – and needs local support

Campbell’s EUROSPAR in Banbridge is marking 25 years in business by celebrating with their local community. Pictured is store owners Brian and Berenice Campbell and store manager Paul McArdle with Paul Deans and Laura McLean from Henderson Group celebrating 25 years of Campbell’s EUROSPAR

Co Down family-run convience store marks 25 years of serving local community

McDonald's Glengormley's Andrea Morrison, operations manager, Des Lamph, franchisee, Rosemary Bell, community engagement officer and Chris Turner, franchisee supervisor

£2m McDonald's investment to refurbish two NI restaurants and create jobs

The Culloden Estate & Spa, one of Hastings Hotels' five-star properties, has been announced the winner of AA Hotel of the Year for Northern Ireland at the prestigious AA Hospitality Awards 2026. Credit: Bradley Quinn

Five-star NI hotel wins top accolade at AA awards..and you can see why!

Belfast-headquartered seed specialist Germinal, part of the Openfolde Group, has announced an investment of £5 million in expanded grass seed processing capacity at its Lincoln site in England

‘Doubling our cleaning capacity’: £5m boost for 200-year-old NI seed specialist

Wayne Adair of Papas Minerals/Longbridge Drinks in Belfast won a gold medal for a spiced winterberry cordial in the prestigious Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards in Dublin last week

Belfast drinks firm strikes gold with Christmas cordial

Lyttle Leaves received the Supplier Rising Star Award

Two NI suppliers recognised at Sysco Ireland awards

The new Square Bistro at 26 Market Square, Lisburn, which has opened following a £1 million investment by owners Stevie and Cristina Higginson. Credit Facebook

'New chapter': Much-loved Co Antrim bistro opens new £1m home after 20 years

ABPUK in Dungannon won the World’s Best Grass-Fed Steak and Europe’s Best Steak in the World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam

World’s tastiest steak is produced in Dungannon

NI-born owner of world-famous New York bar returns home to inspire students

More than 100 guests gathered at Roe Valley Resort on September 10 to celebrate the official opening of Leaping Hound, the resort’s new bar and dining destination inspired by the legendary ‘Dog’s Leap’, from which Limavady takes its name.

IN PHOTOS: New Leaping Hound celebrates official opening at Roe Valley Resort

Pictured in County Fermanagh during a visit to The Boatyard Distillery are Joe McGirr, founder and CEO of The Boatyard Distillery, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Ethna McNamee, head of regional business for the Western region at Invest Northern Ireland

NI distillery to transform production capabilities through £2m investment

Ben Boyd, Owner of Ben’s Ice Cream with Andrew Scott, Store Manager of JC Stewart | Supplied

Ben's Ice Cream hits shops for first time with launch of new 500ml tub range

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