Sector: Food and Drink

Food and drink is an ever growing industry and the MGMPR team is here to help promote the interests of producers. We have worked with Food NI, Taste of the West and the Richhill Apple Harvest Fayre among others. If you are a food and drink producer, we can help you by Telling Your Story. Whether you're doing a show, launching a new product range or exporting your good elsewhere, we will deliver your message.

July 20 Brand Journalism In the Press PR Northern Ireland

Maddens truly is mellow as Armagh Cider Company win Gold at Bath & West

The orchards at Armagh Apple Farm near Portadown have been producing cider in Northern Ireland for 10 years now by Armagh Cider Company.

This year, Armagh Cider Company entered the cider into a class competition at the UK’s largest agricultural show – the Bath & West Show held in Shepton Mallet which is in the heart of Westcountry cider region. The Troughton family are delighted to have scooped the Gold Award and have been commended by Anthony Gibson OBE.

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June 15 Brand Journalism In the Press PR Northern Ireland

International success as Armagh Cider Company scoops up a host of medals

Armagh Cider Company, Northern Ireland’s longest established cider producer, has been awarded six medals in the 2015 International Cider Challenge.

Armagh Cider Company produce a range of artisan ciders, juices and vinegars which are all hand crafted at Ballinteggart House. The products are completely natural with genuine provenance and heritage behind them. The company prides itself in delivering artisan and handcrafted products which do not contain artificial ingredients.

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May 27 Brand Journalism In the Press PR Northern Ireland

Eleanor McGillie interviews 12th May 2015 Brent Marris, at a Brent Marris Wine Tasting Evening at Uluru Bar & Grill, Market Square, Armagh City. Picture Oliver McVeigh Strict Copyright of Oliver McVeigh

Grape grower tells Eleanor McGillie his story of the ‘next generation’ wine legacy

Uluru Bar & Grill in Armagh recently hosted a wine tasting evening with Brent Marris – the founder of the iconic ‘the Ned’ label who travelled from New Zealand.

Brent Marris is no stranger to Northern Ireland. The famous wine maker says Northern Ireland holds a special place in his heart because of our humour, our connection with our land and the infectious culture which makes him feel at home. Brent has plans to return next year when we are celebrating our year of Food Tourism.

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May 27 Brand Journalism In the Press PR Northern Ireland

Emerson's Supermarket in Armagh has been serving the district for over 125 years. Now it's the UK's Most Sustainable Independent Retailer of the year

City centre boosted with Emerson’s Supermarket refurbishment complete

The new look Emerson’s, Uluru Bar & Grill, The Wine Store and the Post Office have added life and a new buzz to Armagh’s historic city centre.

For two years, the planning and implementation of a £2million refurbishment programme has been strategically rolled out. But with the programme of works well and truly completed, owner Gavin Emerson reflects back on what has been achieved for the local community, and how the city centre has been given a huge boost.

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February 3 In the Press

Uluru tipped in global top 10 list as restaurant marks the end of an era

Strewth! Another honour bestowed on the team at Uluru Bar&Grill in Armagh! They just keep coming and coming.

Northern Ireland’s only Australian restaurant has been tipped in the top 10 places in the world, outside of Australia, to enjoy authentic Australian cuisine. The news, announced by the team at Cheapflights, came as the restaurant closed its doors in preparation for the big move to its new premises in Armagh. Here’s the story!

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January 3 In the Press

The Uluru team strikes while the oven is hot for #OneMoreMonth

Uluru Bar & Grill will be relocating to the new Emersons building in a move which will enhance the dining experience for all.

The team however will continue to serve food until February 1 at its current premises in Market Street for #OneMoreMonth. The date of the new opening will be announced in due course. Uluru has been mentioned in The Michelin Guide 2014/15 and is the only restaurant to be listed in The Good Food Guide 2015 for Co Armagh.

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December 25 The MGMPR Blogger

Nothing gets in the way of a good birthday bash at Uluru – #OneMoreMonth

Dean Coppard, chef at Uluru Bar&Grill used today to make a very special announcement to customers.

The restaurant, which was due to shut its doors at its current location, will now be staying open for one more month before it moves to its new location at Emersons. Dean has written a blog here which he would like to share with customers which explains why the Uluru will remain open for #OneMoreMonth

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December 8 In the Press

Co Couture in world’s top 40 after International Chocolate Awards Finals 2014

Co Couture is a fine chocolate basement shop on Chichester Street in the heart of Belfast’s city centre.

Co Couture entered its Japanese Cherry Sencha bar into The International Chocolate Awards Finals 2014 which attracted over 950 fine chocolate products from across the globe. The judging panel, made up of experts, food journalists, bloggers, chefs, sommeliers and pastry chefs, awarded silver to Co Couture.

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November 24 In the Press

Uluru team are overjoyed as restaurant receives Michelin Guide approval

Uluru Bar & Grill has received notification it is recommended in the Michelin Guide 2015, The McKenna’s Guide and is eligible for the Good Food Award.

Dean Coppard, of Uluru Bar & Grill says the recommendations are testament to the hard work put in by the team, the authenticity of cooking, attention to customer service and the team’s drive to give people an eating establishment which offers customers a great dining experience.

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October 27 In the Press

New Emersons store to get Australian twist as Uluru announce relocation

One of Northern Ireland’s most unique restaurants is to relocate as part of a £2million investment in the high street.

Uluru Bar & Grill, based in the centre of Armagh city, is to relocate to the new look Emerson’s store which is expected to open later this year. Chef Dean Coppard said sourcing local food from local suppliers, developing cooking techniques, enhancing menu offerings and improving on capacity will enhance the experience for all.

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October 27 In the Press The Richhill Apple Fayre

Chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall gives Armagh Bramley Apple the thumbs up

Here’s Dean Coppard of Uluru Bar & Grill cooking at the first ever Richhill Apple Harvest Fayre which was a celebration of the Armagh Bramley Apple.

NITB chairman and special guest Dr Howard Hastings OBE quoted celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall who is also a fan of cooking with the Armagh Bramley Apple. He said: “For golden compote, the Armagh Bramley is hard to beat – cooked with a tiny bit of orange zest, it’s delicious.”

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October 20 In the Press The Richhill Apple Fayre

NITB chief praises apple harvest fayre as an event which connects us to our land

This weekend the people of Armagh and beyond will celebrate the Bramley Apple at a brand new fayre in the heart of the orchard county.

We interviewed Dr Howard Hastings OBE, chairman of NITB, who has praised the organisers for making such an event happen. The fayre is being sponsored by Irwin’s Bakery, Gilfresh and Wilsons Country. The event features cookery demonstrations and much more.

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October 6 In the Press The Richhill Apple Fayre

New harvest fayre is launched to celebrate the big apple in County Armagh’s eye

The village of Richhill in County Armagh will be celebrating the Armagh Bramley Apple as it prepares to host its first ever Apple Harvest Fayre.

Helping to launch the Richhill Apple Harvest Fayre is Helen Troughton of Armagh Cider Company and Hamilton Loney, chairman of the NI Fruit Growers Association, who say this year is a great year for growing fruit in the orchard county. The event if free and runs from 10am-6pm.

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September 30 Newsfeed

Baxters welcome Rick Stein’s Head Chef after the Loch Ness Celtic 7 Marathon Challenge

The Baxters team welcome Rick Stein’s Head Chef Stephane Delourme to their food fayre after the Loch Ness ‘Celtic 7 Marathon Challenge’.

Stephane has been running the Celtic 7 Marathon Challenge with Peter McGahan, owner of Worldwide Financial Planning. The challenge has taken the two men to Belfast, Brittany, Isle of Man, Wales, Scotland, Galicia and Cornwall. Six down one more to go before fundraiser on November 15.

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November 21 In the Press

‘What happens in MasterChef, stays in MasterChef’ as James Devine celebrates success

A Tyrone chef beats off stiff competition to get through to the quarter finals of the BBC’s Masterchef as the competition from other chefs proves fierce.

James Devine, who is the head chef at Black Cat Traditional Restaurant, says he never focuses on style or trends above substance and combines methods of creating clean and simple dishes with his expertise gained while working in 3Michelin star restaurants in London.

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