Moira Speciality Food Fair 2025 - Two Day 10th Anniversary Event

Categories: Food fair, food, drink

The Moira Speciality Food Fair returns to Moira Demesne for its 10th-anniversary event, taking place over the weekend of Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th August 2025.

This milestone year promises an unforgettable experience for food enthusiasts and families alike. Step into the Speciality Food Hall and connect directly with Northern Ireland's finest food producers. You'll have the chance to meet the masterminds behind award-winning products and delicious creations. Chat with farmers dedicated to sustainable practices and heritage breeds, discover vegetable growers working in harmony with the seasons, and engage with artisan producers who transform locally sourced ingredients into exceptional foods.

Culinary Delights and Expert Insights

The 10th-anniversary festival will also feature an exciting line-up of family-friendly and food-themed events.

Prepare to be inspired as we host a series of talks from the region's top chefs and food personalities. This year, the demos will be expertly compéred by Chef Noel McMeel, with featured chefs including Chris McGowan of Wine and Brine in Moira and Stevie Higginson from The Square Bistro in Lisburn and Stephen Jeffers of Forestside Cookery School.

Expect plenty of opportunity for audience participation and, of course, to taste some of the finest food creations from our amazing chefs.

Expert Insights

In the expert tent there will be talks on the farmer story on regenerative farming, biodiversity in farming and also how to get started on growing your own food using the no dig method. Finally, if you are interested in starting beekeeping or would like to learn more, then keep an eye out for the beekeepers talk.

Speciality Food & Drink Delights

Step into the Speciality Food Hall and prepare to be amazed by the incredible talent and dedication of Northern Ireland's finest food producers. This is your chance to meet the passionate individuals behind award-winning products and delicious, innovative creations.

The Speciality Food Hall will showcase a diverse array of high-quality artisan and local produce, ranging from sustainably farmed meats and heritage breeds to seasonal vegetables, handmade baked goods, cheeses, charcuterie, preserves, and unique drinks, all crafted with passion by Northern Ireland's top producers

Chat directly with farmers committed to sustainable farming methods and heritage breeds, discover vegetable growers working in harmony with the seasons, and engage with artisan producers who transform the best locally sourced ingredients into truly exceptional foods. It's a unique opportunity to learn about the provenance of your food and discover new favourites from the very people who make them.

Fantastic Food Trucks

There will be some fantastic street food offerings at the Moira Speciality Food Fair! From sizzling hot dishes prepared fresh to order, to gourmet interpretations of classic comfort foods, you'll find an incredible array of options to satisfy every craving.

Indulge in aromatic curries, crispy fried delights, wood-fired pizzas, and much more, all served from a vibrant collection of Northern Ireland's top food trucks.

Grab a bite, find a spot in the ample eating areas, and soak in the lively atmosphere while enjoying some of the region's most exciting mobile culinary creations.

We are also delighted to welcome back the Hilden Craft Drinks Tent, serving up their range of local craft beers, ciders, spirits and cocktails.

Kitchen Sessions

There will be a dedicated tent for our very special kitchen sessions from some of the region’s best chefs.

Please note that schedules are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change.

Saturday

Time Chef Demo

11.00am – 11.30am Chef Stevie Higginson The Square Bistro

12.00pm – 12.30pm Tim Smith – Coffee and sourcing direct from the farmer Johnsons Coffee

1.00pm – 1.30pm Chef Noel McMeel Ambassador for Tourism NI & Ireland

2.00pm - 2.30pm Chef Chris McGowan Wine and Brine

3.00pm - 3.30pm Chef Bob McDonald Burren Balsamics

Sunday

Time Chef Demo

11.00am – 11.30am Chef Paddy Lee Wine and Brine – Head Chef

12.00pm – 12.30pm Chef Jamie Lee The Square Bistro – sous chef

1.00pm - 1.30pm Tim Smith – Coffee and sourcing direct from the farmer Johnsons Coffee

2.00pm - 2.30pm Chef Stephen Jeffers Forestside Cookery School

3.00pm - 3.30pm Chef Noel McMeel Culinary Ambassador Local Produce

Expert Talk Tent

As well as delicious food stalls, street food and our kitchen sessions, the ‘Talking Shop’ Tent will have a varied lineup of experienced beekeepers, horticulturalists, and farmers who actively promote good food through their farming practices and producers who have an interesting story to tell. Pull up a pew and listen in!

Please note that schedules are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change.

Saturday

TALKING SHOP TENT

10:30am - Beekeeping Q&A

Avril Kirkpatrick

11:30am - Field to Fork – The Journey

Join The Curious Farmer, Tullyveery Market Garden and Shanaghan Hill Farm

In conversation with

Bronagh O’Kane, Fields Good Festival

1:00pm - No digging required!

Growing your own food

Biruk Sahle, Hahu Organics