Starting a Food & Drink Business in Belfast

Test your concept, understand your customer, develop a business plan and begin trading with confidence.

Choose a business structure, understand tax and explore business-support solutions.

Find the right location and understand planning, property and building-control regulations.

Understand the licences, permissions and compliance requirements that may apply to your business.

Understand registration, safe food handling, allergen information and hygiene requirements.

Build the skills, knowledge and team needed to launch and grow a sustainable business.

Develop your profile, make industry connections and tap into Belfast’s visitor economy.

Access technical expertise, product development support and innovation opportunities.

Embed sustainable practice and stay connected to relevant networks, memberships and growth opportunities.