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JILL BAKES | Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork
This is such a simple recipe and it is a good one... just bung it in the slow cooker and leave it! It’s SO tasty, you need to try it!...
Aug 13, 2023


Erase back to school costs with a chance to win £1000 at Lidl Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s fastest-growing supermarket retailer, Lidl Northern Ireland, has announced that it is giving away £50,000 in coupon...
Aug 10, 2023


Sadness as popular Antrim restaurant closes
The Boathouse Antrim is located in the Gateway building at Loughshore Park. There has been shock and sadness after news was confirmed...
Aug 7, 2023


JILL BAKES | Salted Caramel Brownies
These salted caramel brownies make the perfect treat, providing the beautiful balance of gooey caramel and chocolate. One is just not...
Aug 6, 2023


Top tasting food and drink products from Northern Ireland revealed for Great Taste 2023!
From Spiced Oat Biscuits to White Pudding and Double Roasted Peanut Butter, Northern Ireland takes home 148 Great Taste awards. Today,...
Aug 1, 2023


Tasting, tours and more: New Co Antrim Gin distillery offers immersive experience
(L-R) Jo Davison, Director of Belfast Artisan Gin, Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cllr Mark Cooper and Ian Perry, Distiller at Belfast...
Jul 31, 2023


JILL BAKES | Mango Chicken
One of my favourite dinners, this mango chicken is both indulgent and totally delicious. It is super easy to make and a great dish if you...
Jul 23, 2023


The Junction transforms into food, craft and drink haven for Taste and Treasures Festival
(L-R) Shaw Harvey, Crispstix; Gerard Magill, Shorthorn Kitchen; and Alanagh Chipperfield, KeNako Biltong. The Junction Retail and Leisure...
Jul 22, 2023


Antrim's Six Mile Festival shines a spotlight on local musical talent
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper is joined by Chris Flynn, The Junction Leisure and Retail Park and Deano Kelly...
Jul 21, 2023


Musgrave NI and M&S Food announce trial partnership
Musgrave Northern Ireland and M&S Food have agreed a trial partnership to bring a select range of M&S food products to four locations...
Jul 20, 2023


JILL BAKES | Strawberries & Cream Cheescake
Nothing screams summer more than Wimbledon-inspired strawberries and cream! This cheesecake is a perfect summer dessert and of course...
Jul 16, 2023


Mid & East Antrim Food and Drink Network - passion for food, appetite for business!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council proudly hosted local businesses at Council’s stand at the prestigious Balmoral Show, Northern...
Jul 15, 2023


Lidl NI celebrates National Ice Cream Day
Mark your calendars this weekend as Sunday 16th July is officially National Ice Cream Day - one of the tastiest days of the year. Lidl...
Jul 15, 2023


JILL BAKES | Strawberries and Cream Cake
It’s Wimbledon season and it’s the perfect time for this easy all-in-one sponge cake! Jill Stewart (@jillbakes_) County Antrim Foodie and...
Jul 13, 2023


An icon reimagined… McVitie’s launch White Chocolate Digestives
A British icon re-imagined. McVitie’s announce the launch of new White Chocolate Digestives. Making an almighty comeback almost two...
Jul 13, 2023


Cafe proposal for Hazelbank Park as visitor numbers continue to soar
An application has been submitted to planners at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for change of use of Hazelbank Pavilion. The...
Jul 10, 2023


YouTube sensation MrBeast’s viral Feastables chocolate bars coming to Northern Ireland
SPAR NI has announced it will be selling Feastables, a range of viral chocolate bars from YouTube sensation MrBeast, in stores across...
Jul 9, 2023


JILL BAKES | Easy Biscoff Fudge
The new Biscoff McFlurry has reignited my love for Biscoff... I’m obsessed! This fudge is such a treat with little pockets of Biscoff...
Jul 9, 2023


Eat, drink and walk through the history of Mid and East Antrim
Londonderry Arms Hotel: Laura Cowan, MEA Strategic Tourism and Regeneration Manager, Denise O’Neill, Londonderry Arms Hotel, Mayor...
Jul 5, 2023


Unleashing the Spirit of Ireland: Lir Irish Whiskey Crosses the Atlantic
Founders of Glens of Antrim Distillery, Michael, Mary and Charlie McKillop with Lir Green Crest in Cushendall, Co Antrim. Glens of Antrim...
Jul 3, 2023
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