LegenDerry cuisine on the menu at Foyle Maritime Festival

LegenDerry Food has become synonymous with culinary excellence and the village brings together some of the most popular names in the local hospitality industry for a four-day epicurean extravaganza. There will be an international array of flavours, from smoky slow cooked US barbeque to mouth-watering South African street food, with a local twist, offering something to suit every palate.

All the food and drink products featuring will be authentic, homegrown, fresh and seasonal, with local provenance central to the experience, as Tourism Manager with Derry City and Strabane District Council Jennifer O’Donnell explained: “We are delighted to open the LegenDerry Food Village for four days from noon at the Maritime Festival.

"It will offer visitors the chance to experience our dynamic local food scene, showcasing the latest in exciting street food dishes and the finest quality locally sourced produce such as Lough Foyle oysters and mussels.

“We plan to create a really chilled outdoor festival environment, with DJ sets throughout the weekend. It will be the perfect place to meet up with friends and enjoy the riverfront festival vibe.”

LegenDerry Food has become an umbrella for local hospitality businesses keen to grow and develop the industry and the city’s profile as an exciting food destination. As a network, local partners work together to market and promote the local offering, and make the most of opportunities presented by local festivals and events to create unique food experiences.

Looking ahead to the event, Co-chair of the LegenDerry Food Network, Emily McCorkell of Lo & Slo, said: “We all know these are challenging times for the local hospitality industry. Events like the Foyle Maritime Festival provide a platform to engage with new customers, and highlight the wonderful talent that is driving the food industry here in the North West.

“As a business community we need to work together to maximise the potential of our festivals and events, and create the best experience for our visitors to ensure they keep returning.

"The LegenDerry Food Village will feature a fantastic array of local and international cuisine, and the chance to soak up the atmosphere while enjoying the very best local hospitality.”

The Foyle Maritime Festival is delivered by Derry City and Strabane District Council in partnership with key stakeholders Foyle Port and Loughs Agency and supported by a range of funders, including TNI, Diageo and Ulster University.

To find out more about all that’s happening during the Foyle Maritime Festival go to www.foylemaritime.com

For more information on LegenDerry Food go to www.legenderryfood.com