About the visit

Northern Ireland’s award-winning food & drink industry boasts high-quality raw ingredients, state of the art processing facilities and a world class food security record. Our farmers and producers are passionate about quality, and we want to share that passion with you. 

Our extensive programme will seek to create an awareness and appreciation of the strength and richness of our food culture.  Centred on our annual Northern Ireland Food & Drink Showcase event, you will have the opportunity to network with over 90 local suppliers and sample products characterised by a unique blend of tradition and innovation.  

Experiences will also include ‘Meet the Maker’ visits to some of our world class food and drink producers and opportunities to sit back and enjoy the best regional gastronomic experiences on offer and that’s before we take into account the warmest of welcomes and the renowned hospitality which uniquely sets us apart. 

Itinerary

Date 

Buyer Itinerary 

Tuesday 5th November 

  • Arrival & welcome event at Invest NI HQ 

Wednesday 6th November 

  • ‘Meet the Maker’ producer visit 
  • Northern Ireland Food & Drink showcase event 
  • Networking dinner 

Thursday 7th November 

  • ‘Meet the Maker’ producer one to one meetings 
  • ‘Meet the Maker’ producer visit 
  • Networking dinner 

Friday 8th November 

  • Company visit 
  • Group food & drink safari 

Saturday 9th November 

  • Departure 

* Please note that the itinerary is subject to change* 

**Participants are responsible for the arrangement of visas, health & travel insurance as required** 

Our areas of expertise

Renowned for high-quality ingredients, state of the art processing facilities and a world-class food security record, Food & Drink is an £8.1 billion industry in Northern Ireland.


 

Northern Ireland Food and Drink showcase 2023