NIfood&Drink

100 Greats 1921-2021

Northern Ireland Food and Drink

In Northern Ireland good food and drink is in our nature. Northern Ireland produces the finest and freshest ingredients available anywhere in the world. Our food and drink regularly feature in global awards for outstanding taste.

The food industry is vitally important to Northern Ireland. When we buy local products, we support our local businesses and our economy. Visit www.nigoodfood.com to see the range of first-class products and producers from here.

Some foods are unique to Northern Ireland such as the Ulster fry, Tayto crisps, Whites Oats, champ, Veda bread and the soda farl.

Area(s) of Learning

Science and Technology
Geography
Personal Development and Mutual Understanding
Language and Literacy
The World Around Us

Skills and Capabilities

Cross-Curricular Skills
Communication
Using Mathematics
Using ICT
Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities
Managing Information
Working with Others
Being Creative
Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making
Self-Management

Decade

1970s

Aspects of NI life

Food and Drink

Attitudes and Dispositions

Commitment-determination-resourcefulness
Community spirit
Concern for others
Curiosity
Flexibility
Integrity-moral courage
Openness to new ideas
Personal responsibility
Respect
Self-confidence
Tolerance