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Revolutionary bakery comes to Ballymena and beyond
Whitney McIlfatrick of Greenhill Vegan Bakery From the green hills over looking the mountain of Slemish, Whitney McIlfatrick and her...
May 18, 2023


A ‘sizzling’ win for Galtee and Asda
Cathy Elliot, Asda Buying Manager for NI Local with David Neill, Senior Account Manager at Pilgrims Food Masters Galtee, part of Pilgrims...
May 18, 2023


TV | Feed Yourself Fitter With Stephen Nolan
Car salesman Felim from Fermanagh and Stephen Nolan As someone who has battled with their weight for many years, Stephen Nolan is on a...
May 17, 2023


JILL BAKES | Mars Bar & Apple Scones
It’s been a while since I first posted this recipe and it’s such a goody I’m posting again! You have to give these a go. I always loved...
May 14, 2023


Spring International Market set to return to Belfast City Hall
The Spring International Market is set to return to the grounds of Belfast City Hall this month. This year’s market is hosting over 60...
May 6, 2023


JILL BAKES | Classic Victoria Sponge
Looking for Coronation baking inspiration?! What are your plans for the bank holiday weekend and more importantly…do they involve cake?!...
May 4, 2023


Follow Coffee brews up a storm with Portrush’s Follow Coast
Follow Coffee Company, an award-winning Ballymena business offering speciality coffee, delicious food, and baked treats, has opened a...
May 4, 2023


Taste the best of Mid and East Antrim at Balmoral Show 2023
Sample a feast of flavours and mouth-watering treats from a selection of Mid and East Antrim’s homegrown food and drink producers at Mid...
May 4, 2023


Jazzy Gin events launched in County Antrim
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council and the Lough Neagh Partnership are hosting two special Jazzy Gin events in County Antrim in May....
Apr 29, 2023


Dale Farm scoops up NI ice-cream market and invests further £100k to extend range
Northern Ireland’s Number one ice cream brand, Dale Farm continues to build on its dominance of the local ice cream market through the...
Apr 24, 2023


Jill Bakes… Mars Bar Krispie Buns
An absolute traybake classic... a good Mars bar bun is hard to beat in my opinion! They’re also one of the easiest bakes ever. Jill...
Apr 23, 2023


JILL BAKES - Honey Chilli Beef
This honey chilli beef recipe makes the perfect fakeaway - healthy, delicious and cheap! Jill Stewart (@jillbakes_) County Antrim Foodie...
Apr 16, 2023


“A dear breakfast” – Ulster Fry costs soar in last 12 months!
A firm favourite across Northern Ireland, the traditional Ulster Fry has become a lot more expensive with prices soaring over the last 12...
Apr 6, 2023


Waterfront venue rebrands to support official opening
After months of redevelopment, Belfast’s famous waterfront venue is officially open for business with an enhanced food and drink offering...
Apr 6, 2023


FREE Heineken® pints for ‘appy’ sport fans!
Sport fans all over the province can get their hands on a free pint of Heineken® using the FANZO app in its first ever NI only campaign....
Apr 2, 2023


JILL BAKES | Easter Lemon Pavlova
If you’re not a fan of a traditional chocolate dessert, this is a great alternative. A light and marshmallowy pavlova with loads of...
Apr 2, 2023


Mid and East Antrim's social supermarket opens in Ballymena
Mid and East Antrim councillors were recently given an update on the opening of a social supermarket in Ballymena with grocery deliveries...
Apr 2, 2023


Slemish Market Garden receives UK's Best Greengrocer Award!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council proudly recognises the success of local family-owned business - Slemish Market Garden - for being...
Mar 30, 2023


JILL BAKES | Mini Egg Easter Cheesecake
Mini Eggs have to be the most popular Easter chocolate (and my favourite!) so this is a great crowd-pleaser for an Easter dessert! Jill...
Mar 26, 2023


Lidl NI’s handmade chocolate Easter eggs return with new ‘Egg-stra' Special Range
Along with the anticipation for the upcoming Easter break, comes the unrivalled excitement for Easter egg chocolate, so leading...
Mar 26, 2023
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