Love NI Food Podcast

Love NI Food Podcast #8 – Liquid Gold: Leona’s Story Behind Broighter Gold Rapeseed Oil

Love NI Food Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode of Love Ni Food, we sit down with Leona from Broighter Gold Rapeseed Oil, a brand known for producing high-quality, locally grown oil with a real story behind it.Leona shares how Broighter Gold was built—from farm to bottle—and what it takes to create a product that’s both sustainable and full of flavour. We get into the realities of running a food business, the importance of supporting local agriculture, and how passion and perseverance play a huge role in success.Of course, we couldn’t skip the food talk—Leona also gives us insight into how rapeseed oil can elevate everyday cooking and why it deserves a place in every kitchen.If you’re into food, entrepreneurship, or just love hearing the story behind what’s on your plate, this one’s for you.Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and share with someone who loves local food as much as you do!This episode is proudly supported by Andrew Ingredients, a long-standing partner to Northern Ireland’s food and drink industry.

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