Good Food Ireland®, the leading authority on Irish food and drink experiences, is thrilled to announce AIB as a Gold Partner Sponsor for the prestigious Good Food Ireland® Awards 2024 in association with FBD Insurance. This exciting partnership underscores AIB’s commitment to empowering Ireland’s dynamic food and drink industry and aligns with the Awards’ mission of celebrating excellence at every level.

The Good Food Ireland® Awards shine a spotlight on the innovators, producers, chefs, and establishments that make Irish food a global sensation. From the freshest farm-to-table ingredients to world-class restaurants, these cross-sector Awards recognise the passion and dedication that fuels Ireland’s culinary success story.

Welcoming AIB as a Gold Partner Sponsor further amplifies the impact of the Awards. As Donal Whelton, Head of Agriculture, Food and Fishing at AIB, states, “AIB’s purpose is empowering people to build a sustainable future and we are  delighted to support the Good Food Ireland® Awards which celebrate businesses at every layer of Ireland’s food and drink industry. As consumer demand for different food and drink options grow, so do opportunities to set up, grow and expand your business. Ireland is well positioned to grow our yearly food and drink exports and AIB is  here to support the growth and development of your business with a wide variety of financial solutions available for your cashflow and investment needs.”

This commitment resonates deeply with Margaret Jeffares, Founder & Managing Director of Good Food Ireland®: “We are incredibly proud to partner with AIB, a financial institution with such a rich history of supporting Irish businesses. Their dedication to the food and drink sector aligns perfectly with our mission to give standout and recognition, championing and supporting Irish food heroes. Together through our unique, all-island and sustainable collaboration, we empower greater innovation and propel Ireland’s culinary scene to even greater heights.”

The highly anticipated Awards ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11th, 2024 at The K Club, Co Kildare. This glittering event will celebrate the finalists across all categories, culminating in the announcement of the much-coveted Good Food Ireland® Award winners.

AIB’s support signifies a powerful alliance between a food industry leader and a financial services provider offering a range of products online and through its 170 strong branch network in communities across the country. With the combined expertise of Good Food Ireland® and AIB, the future of Irish food and drink is primed for even greater success.

For more information on AIB’s support for the food and drink sector, please visit: https://aib.ie/business/sector-expertise/food-and-drink.

For a complete list of shortlisted finalists and details on the upcoming awards ceremony, please visit the Good Food Ireland® website: https://goodfoodireland.ie/awards-2024/

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Notes to Editors

About the Awards:

The Good Food Ireland® Awards 2024 in association with FBD Insurance.

All businesses approved by Good Food Ireland®, subject to meeting strict criteria through onsite inspection, are eligible for the awards. An independent panel of industry experts will create a shortlist of finalists in each of the award categories. Following further onsite mystery inspection and assessment the winners will be selected. The public will also have an opportunity to vote in the Food Lovers Choice Award for their Favourite Place to Eat, Favourite Food or Drink Producer or Favourite Place to Shop in each of the tourism regions across the island of Ireland.