Northern Ireland has been developing an unmistakable alimentary dialect for centuries--one that is rich in diversity, fiercely independent, and supportive of local produce. Although much of the cuisine is heavily inspired by English and, to some extent, European fare, a flair for culinary innovation and exceptional resourcefulness have allowed the province to develop an entirely unique food culture.

This culture is well established in one of Ulster's most ubiquitous exports--the Ulster Fry. The Ulster Fry is similar in many ways to the Full English Breakfast but with an important addition--namely, potato bread, which embodies the enterprising nature of Irish cooking. Potato bread was invented in Ireland during the nineteenth century, when it was discovered that by substituting much of the wheat flour in unleavened bread dough with mashed potato (the staple of the Irish diet), leftovers from an evening meal formed a delicious breakfast food.