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JILL BAKES | BBQ Chicken Soda Bread Pizza
Another of my go-to meals for when I’m in a hurry…perfect for a quick lunch, post-gym evenings or when you’re late home from work! Approx...
Aug 25, 2024


NI’s fastest growing bakery finally announces Belfast store!
Over the past 18 months, the social media channels of popular local bakery Dougies Goodies have been as big a hit with NI treat lovers as...
Aug 23, 2024


Jill Bakes | One-pan Chorizo and Chicken Pasta
This is a really tasty pasta made in just over half an hour and only one pan to wash as the pasta is cooked in with the sauce! You just...
Aug 18, 2024


Jill Bakes | NI Classic Fifteens
This week is the turn of the Fifteen - a proper NI classic and actually one of my faves... and the addition of white chocolate buttons...
Aug 11, 2024


Disappointment as popular Ballymena coffee shop announces closure of town centre business
Customers have expressed their sadness and disappointment, among “best wishes” to the owners, as one of Ballymena’s popular coffee shops...
Aug 5, 2024


Top hotelier and Irish Whiskey Master Distiller partner to create Ireland’s first whiskey hotel
Left to right: Darryl McNally and Adrian McLaughlin Leading hotelier, Adrian McLaughlin and Whiskey Master Distiller, Darryl McNally have...
Aug 2, 2024


Celebrating local flavour and craftsmanship this weekend at The Junction!
The Junction Retail and Leisure Park in Antrim, renowned for its popular monthly markets, is set to host a spectacular food and craft...
Aug 1, 2024


Rockshore's Aprés Sea: The perfect 'Port' of call this Bank Holiday
Rockshore has announced that its much-anticipated Aprés Sea event will be making waves on the North Coast this August bank holiday. The...
Aug 1, 2024


Seasons of the Glens takes home two Great Taste 2024 awards for two of its Devils Churn Sauces
Eoin McConnell from Seasons of the Glens Ballycastle-based Seasons of the Glens range of Caramel Sauces Devil’s Churn has been named...
Jul 30, 2024


Jill Bakes | Creamy Bacon and Leek Pasta
You won’t be disappointed with this one - I think this might be the tastiest pasta dish I’ve ever made. Add to that, this can be made in...
Jul 28, 2024


Jill Bakes | Fluffy Jam and Coconut Sponge
Sometimes you just can’t beat a classic! This is the easiest thing EVER to make - the prep is done in 10 minutes using an all-in-one...
Jul 21, 2024


Jill Bakes | Decadent Strawboffee
A delightful fusion of juicy strawberries, rich caramel, and velvety cream, this heavenly creation is a perfect balance of sweetness and...
Jul 14, 2024


Local charity urges public not to drink and drive over July bank holiday weekend
ASCERT's Chief Executive, Gary McMichael As Northern Ireland prepares for the bank holiday celebrations, ASCERT, a leading charity...
Jul 10, 2024


Time for change: Toast for sale
Toast on Main Street, Cullybackey A business in Cullybackey has been put on the market for sale with the owners, sisters Lynette Millar...
Jul 10, 2024


Jill Bakes | Strawberries & Cream Roulade
A Wimbledon inspired ‘strawberries and cream’ dessert perfect for any occasion this summer! This roulade is really simple to make and you...
Jul 7, 2024


Lidl NI launches its biggest ever Japanese food range
Lidl Northern Ireland announces the launch of its biggest ever ‘Vitasia’ food range, this time bringing an authentic taste of Japan to...
Jul 3, 2024


Co Antrim’s artisan producers securing a place on Lidl NI’s supplier development programme
Blackfire Food, Green Fingers Family and Sweet Robyn’s from Co Antrim have been picked for this year’s Kickstart Supplier Development...
Jul 1, 2024


Jill Bakes | Cheat’s Honey Chilli Chicken Fakeaway
Super tasty, quick and just as good as a takeaway for a fraction of the price and calories! Jill Stewart (@jillbakes_) County Antrim...
Jun 30, 2024


Jill Bakes | Berry & Elderflower Eton Mess
It’s finally looking a little bit more like summer and this recipe fits the bill for a summer dessert! It’s really simple to make and I...
Jun 23, 2024


Jill Bakes | BBQ Pulled Chicken Nachos
I made this recipe at a recent demo event and it went down a treat, so thought I would share it for you to enjoy! Jill Stewart...
Jun 9, 2024
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