When the Covid lockdowns put the brakes on many local businesses, one couple decided to use their background in hospitality to launch their first business venture.
Both passionate about local food, renowned chef Gary Jenkins and his wife Sarah have just opened Belmont Larder in east Belfast.
Gary and Sarah have poured their energies and savings into establishing their new business on the Belmont Road, which offers a range of local produce, takeaway snacks, ready meals and freshly baked sweet and savoury options.