The home of our International delegation was Titanic Belfast for a Welcome Soriee on 15th March, Hosted by Rhonda Montgomery CEO Butchery Excellence Ireland. The Soriee was attended by 114 International Butchers from 12 countries across the World, Sponsors and influential business partners. The event was attended by Chair Kim Ashton from Mid Ulster Council and Butchery Excellence partner Fresh Montgomery. The delegates all enjoyed a finger buffet an welcome drinks reception and then Rhonda Montgomery completed her welcome address. Rod Slater thanked Rhonda for hosting the World Butchers this year and completed a live draw to determine which country would be entering Heat 1 and 2.
Heat 1 countries revealed
Ireland
Great Britain
Germany
USA
Bulgaria
New Zealand
Heat 2 countries revealed
Australia
Italy
Greece
Brazil
South Africa
France