Loch Duart shortlisted in Highlands awards
LOCH Duart has been named as a finalist in the Export Award category for the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards.
In its entry for the award the business highlighted another strong year of export sales.
Only 34 businesses made the prestigious awards shortlist that spans 13 diverse categories, ranging from Restaurant of the Year to Young Shining Star.
Alban Denton, managing director of Loch Duart, said: ‘It’s a real honour for Loch Duart salmon to be named as a finalist in the Export Award for the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards.
‘It’s the unique environment, communities and culture across the Hebrides and Sutherland that make working there such a pleasure.
‘We’re especially thrilled that our hardwon reputation for extraordinary tasting salmon is bringing increased sales in exports to markets across the world.
‘We’re looking forward to joining the awards ceremony to celebrate the very best of the Highlands and Islands food and drink industry.’
Winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony, hosted by celebrated food critic, journalist and broadcaster Jay Rayner. It will take place in the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness, on October 20, 2017.