Northern Ireland’s First Minister, Arlene Foster and the deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness have said they are more determined than ever to support and grow the food and drink industry in 2016.
The ministers attended an event in the Ulster Hall in Belfast, showcasing a range of local produce as the opener for the Year of Food and Drink 2016.
Guests heard from TV presenter and food critic Nigel Barden and BBC Good Food Show representative Laura Biggs. The BBC Good Food Show Northern Ireland will commence a three year run in Northern Ireland in October, at the Belfast Waterfront.
The Year of Food and Drink initiative, with a different theme for every month, is aimed at putting food and drink at the heart of the visitor experience. The initiative is being led by Tourism Northern Ireland and involves a wide range of partners and key organisations in the food and drink industry. For further information check go to www.discovernorthernireland.com/food.
