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Northern Ireland motorists offered free entry to All-Ireland Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show in Dublin
Shane and Maria Hourican from Business Exhibitions (BizEx) Ltd, organisers of the All-Ireland Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show in Dublin Northern Ireland’s outdoor travel enthusiasts are being encouraged to make the short journey south this January, with organisers of the All-Ireland Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show offering free entry to NI residents travelling to Dublin for the event. Running alongside the popular Holiday World Show Dublin, the All-Ireland Caravan, Campin
8 hours ago


Christmas, Northern Ireland-style: Tesco survey reveals local festive habits with a local twist
Christmas cheer is officially on the horizon, and according to Tesco’s latest festive survey, households in Northern Ireland are once again proving that they like to do things a wee bit differently. The supermarket giant surveyed people across the UK to uncover Christmassy habits, traditions and food preferences. While 92.73% of people in Northern Ireland plan to celebrate Christmas this year, the findings suggest that the Province takes its own approach to festivities — part
Dec 20


Jill Bakes | Easy Honey Roasted Slow Cooker Ham
This is absolutely the easiest way to cook your Christmas ham and it is ‘deeelicious’! This recipe is from my ebook ' Easy Christmas ' - you can visit my shop by tapping here ! I have a guide to adjust the cooking times depending on the size of your ham and also a guide for your turkey too. Enjoy! Jill Stewart ( @jillbakes_ ) INGREDIENTS… 1 gammon roast 150ml boiling water 2 eating apples, cut into large chunks 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp Demerara sugar INSTRUCTIONS… 1. Soak the raw
Dec 14


Jill Bakes | Easy Brie & Cranberry Festive Garlic Bread
Brie and cranberry is the elite festive flavour combo for me, and add it to some garlic bread, and you have the most unreal snack that is bound to be a crowd-pleaser! Jill Stewart ( @jillbakes_ ) INGREDIENTS… 1 garlic bread baguette Half a wedge of brie, sliced Cranberry sauce Grated cheddar or mozzarella INSTRUCTIONS… • Place the garlic bread on a sheet of greaseproof paper inside your air fryer or on a baking tray if using the oven. • Pull the slices apart gently. • Add abo
Dec 7


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘U’ is Upside-Down Pineapple Cake
U is for Upside-Down Pineapple Cake! It's a retro 80s throwbacks for 'U'! This is a really moist sponge (know you all love that word S), and I actually think it's an underrated bake. Enjoy! Jill Stewart ( @jillbakes_ ) INGREDIENTS… For the upside down part: 50g butter, room temp 50g light soft brown sugar 7 pineapple rings in syrup or own juice, drained and keep 2 tbsp of the pineapple juice/syrup 7 glacé cherries For the cake: 200g butter, room temp 200g golden caster sugar
Oct 26


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘T’is for Top Hats
Is this the most classic bake of all time!? It's the easiest bake there is and an absolute staple at childhood birthday parties so T had to be for top hats . I've been making them with my two-year-old nephew lots recently (he's a big fan) and when you make them with good quality chocolate, they are actually so good. The big question is... do you choose a white or pink marshmallow one? Has to be white for me!! Jill Stewart ( @jillbakes_ ) INGREDIENTS… Makes 12 110g share bar
Oct 19


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘S’ is for Sticky Toffee Pudding
It's an all-in-one self-saucing Sticky Toffee Pudding (STP) recipe that's so easy to make and it's unreal. I think of myself as a bit of...
Oct 12


Ryanair expands free carry-on bag size across Europe
Ryanair has confirmed the completion of its rollout of larger free carry-on bag sizers across all 235 airports in Europe, giving...
Oct 4


Queen’s and PSNI collab sees drink spiking test kits rolled out across 33 Belfast nightlife venues
Pictured (L-R) Constable Donna Tolan, District Licensing Officer, Ryan Rankin, Neighbourhood Engagement Officer at Queen's, Willie Jack,...
Sep 25


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘R’ is for Rhubarb Crumble
‘R’ is for Rhubarb Crumble! A rhubarb crumble is a classic for a reason - perfect for this change in weather and delicious with sweet...
Sep 21


Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show 2025 returns with fashionista Rebecca McKinney as host!
Host and curator of this year’s Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show, Rebecca McKinney in The Braid Theatre The Ballymena Autumn Fashion Show is...
Sep 10


Tourism NI launches SCENic Route map to showcase film and TV locations across Northern Ireland
Jeananne Craig, event host, actor Seamus O’Hara and Liz Steele, Culture & Heritage Tourism Manager at Tourism NI, pictured at the launch...
Sep 8


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘Q’ is for Quiche
‘Q’ is for Quiche! ‘Q’ was a hard letter but I reckoned quiche was the best option, even if it is a savoury bake! My dad had loads of...
Sep 7


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘P’ is for Pavlova
Pavlova is one of my most-made desserts so it had to be P in my alphabet series! This isn't a new recipe on my page but I think it's a...
Aug 31


‘Love Island on steroids’? Glamping pods get green light in Antrim
Cotters Park, Antrim A planning application for the retention of “high-end” glamping pods at a County Antrim site has been approved by...
Aug 19


RNLI issues safety warning after multiple rescues at County Down beach
RNLI Lifeguard Emmy Torrens RNLI lifeguards were kept busy on Cranfield Beach, County Down, on Saturday (16 August) after warm weather...
Aug 19


Jill Bakes | Chicken Pesto Pasta
Chicken Pesto Pasta meal-prep friendly salad & (485 calories and 38g protein per portion). Perfect for meal prep or for lunches. You’ll...
Aug 10


Sleigh bells are booking: Ryanair launches new lapland routes for winter 2025
Ryanair has announced the launch of three new routes connecting UK travellers to the snowy landscapes of Lapland for Winter 2025/26, with...
Aug 5


Larne Leisure Centre repairs underway as Summer Schemes continue at alternative venues
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Council, Councillor Jackson Minford meets the management team at Larne Leisure Centre (l-r) David Taylor,...
Aug 1


Jill Bakes The Alphabet | ‘O’ is for Oreo Truffles
Making our way nicely through my alphabet bakes series! This one is a super simple treat that is sure to go down well with kids and big...
Jul 20
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