NORTHERN Ireland is the perfect place for food lovers to enjoy a short break this autumn so the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) is encouraging everyone to go along to Belfast Restaurant Week to enjoy a taste of what’s on offer.
Belfast Restaurant Week returns for its third serving from October 4 – 11 and promises a flavoursome celebration of local food. With over 60 restaurants taking part, people can look forward to special menus, food tours, tastings and pop-up restaurants with something guaranteed to tantalise all taste buds.
Pauline Gormley, Destination PR Officer explains why Belfast Restaurant Week is a great time to try something new and discover the range of culinary delights that are on offer:
“Northern Ireland is the perfect place to enjoy a gastronomic foodie adventure all year round with delicious restaurants, farmers markets, quality cookery schools and food and drink festivals that will leave taste buds wanting more. In October there will also be a week-long celebration of local food during Belfast Restaurant Week with something for everyone on the menu.
“Northern Ireland is renowned for its fresh, locally produced food and traditional dishes such as stew, boxty and of course the great Ulster fry. These well known dishes as well as some of our popular local chefs have helped to spread the word about our superb food and drink offering,” added Pauline.
There will be a fantastic selection of foodie events taking place including:
Kicking off the week of events is Taste and Dine in the grounds of Belfast City Hall on October 4 & 5 which is guaranteed to be a mouth-watering appetiser, celebrating the city’s vibrant restaurant scene with pop up restaurants, food and drink exhibitors and demonstrations. Visitors can be inspired as chefs showcase their culinary skills and there will be an eclectic mix of local restaurants and producers with samples of food to enjoy.
Ready, Steady, Cook for Kids in Ryans Bar & Restaurant on October 4 & 11 which gives people the chance to enjoy a leisurely lunch while chefs inspire kids to create their own burgers using local cheeses, veggies and meat.
Willy Wonka Experience Night at the Knife and Fork Grill and Deli on October 9 with diners getting a golden ticket for a magical evening with Willy Wonka and the Umpa Lumpas who will be serving up a spectacular seven course tasting menu.
Why not dine under the stars with the best views of the city with Dining in the Dome from October 4 – 11 where people can enjoy a 3 course meal from one of the fabulous restaurants in Victoria Square restaurants whilst gazing out over the city.
Other highlights include Ox’s Vegetarian Tasting Experience on October 6 which will be a celebration of the humble vegetable using locally grown produce matched with interesting artisan wines while a Beef Baron’s Banquet at Shu on October 9 will be an essential date in the diary for lovers of all things bovine as it promises to be beef nirvana for steak aficionados.
Step back in time and test all your senses on the Titanic Taste Tour on October 9 & 10 and enjoy a 5-course gastronomic walking tour, over five venues, providing a taste of life in Belfast over a century ago, with a modern twist.
Foodies can also step back to the 80’s at the Retro Dining event taking place on October 7 in McHughs. For one night only, the 1980’s return with a menu of culinary classics, made with a modern twist along with much loved 80’s music and movies. 80’s dress is encouraged so don’t forget those shoulder pads!
Game of Thrones fans will be in for a real treat at the Game of Thrones Banquet, hosted by Ryans Bar & Restaurant from Ocotber 7-9. Fans will be transported into the great wall of Winterfell where they will break bread and enjoy Dothraki blood pie washed down with speciality drinks.
Foodies can test their knowledge of all things culinary at The King’s Head Big Food Quiz on October 7. Attendance at the event is free and there will be lots of prizes to be won for those who know their stuff on food!
or let your hair down and enjoy a meal and show from Tina Turner and Rod Stewart Tribute at Cabaret Supper club.
For information on great places to enjoy a foodie short break contact the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) go to www.discovernorthernireland.com
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