Premium spirit brand adds vodka to existing whiskey portfolio. FOLLOWING its hugely successful launch into the whiskey market last year, Belfast-based Titanic Distillers is expanding its spirits portfolio with the introduction of Titanic Distillers Premium Irish Vodka. Last…
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The demand for Slow Food in Northern Ireland has soared over the last decade, thanks to a change in consumer preference and attitude towards their food choices and following the launch of Slow Food Causeway…
Since the age of 14, Aghadowey-born Paula McIntyre MBE, has had a passion for cooking and appreciating the local taste of her Causeway Coast and Glens surroundings which have paved the way to her successful…
A local artisan drinks manufacturer is set to open a second location of its successful Gin School in the trendy Cathedral Quarter bar, The Thirsty Goat next month, after receiving support from Mallusk Enterprise Park…
Slow Food Causeway might be coming to an end this month, but there are still plenty of amazing foodie experiences happening on the Causeway Coast. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly Easter day out or…
Where do you go to get your groceries? If your first thought was your local supermarket, you are not alone. Shopping in large grocery stores became the norm for many of us, and we rely…
Since November 2021, the topic of Slow Food has been on everyone’s lips thanks to the Slow Food Causeway campaign which launched in November 2021. For the past four months, both producers and businesses alike…
The Causeway Coast and Glens is Northern Ireland’s first accredited Slow Food destination, Taste Causeway, the collaborative network of local food and drink businesses was awarded the accolade by the global Slow Food Movement following…
Taking centre stage in the tranquil setting of Magheramorne Estate, renowned chef Paula McIntyre MBE and internationally acclaimed Big Telly Theatre Company will take guests on a gastronomic journey filled with delicious local food, storytelling…
Dry January may be over but in Northern Ireland, the trend for ‘no and low alcohol’ products is set to continue growing as more and more people look to cut down their alcohol intake in…
Vegetable Advocate volunteers in Northern Ireland are calling on you to join them this month in a Love NI Veg 7-Day Meal Challenge. Just ‘have a go’ and pledge to take the challenge to contribute…
With only a few weeks left of Slow Food Causeway Events, the calendar is jam packed with a mixture of some familiar Slow Food favourites and new events. Originally founded in Italy during the 1980s…
Give the gift of food this Valentines with a sweet treat from Belfast’s homemade food delivery service, Dished Up Deli, with their ‘Love In A Box’ Valentines range. Made to order and delivered straight to…
Slow Food Causeway and Taste Causeway Members scooped five out of 10 prestigious Slow Food Northern Ireland Awards last week. The awards were held on Friday December 10 in a night of celebration as local…
Christmas day lunch will be more expensive this year. We’ll have to fork out an average of £27.48 for Christmas dinner as frozen turkeys drive prices up by 3.4 per cent. Rocketing inflation has pushed…
Enjoy good food alongside an unforgettable experience with Slow Food Causeway’s events happening in December. Taste Causeway is an accredited Slow Food destination, one of only a handful of destinations in Ireland to be awarded…
It’s a win for fast food lovers as American chain ‘Wendy’s’ have said they are ‘actively engaging in discussions’ as they hope to open up their first store in Northern Ireland. The company has opened…
Nine out of 10 of us raid our snack cupboards to try to lift their spirits when they are sad, a study found. Our top comfort foods are milk chocolate (37%), choccy biscuits (29%) and…
Is your coffee too bitter? Well, change the colour of your cup… Blue and transparent glass mugs apparently make drinks taste sweeter. Researchers asked volunteers to drink coffee from different coloured cups. They found that…
The Purple One has been crowned Britain’s favourite Quality Street sweet after Nestle launched pick-your-own tins of the popular chocolates. The chocolate, hazelnut and caramel treat pushed the Green Triangle into second place. Strawberry Delight…
Hungry for adventure? If you’re looking for something exciting to really sink your teeth into, then look no further. From November 2021 to March 2022, Slow Food Causeway is hosting a series of unmissable events…
The Causeway Coast and Glens is Northern Ireland’s first accredited Slow Food destination, Taste Causeway, the collaborative network of local food and drink businesses was awarded the accolade by the global Slow Food Movement following…
Bake Off is back tonight… It’s Caramel Week and the Bake Off tent is dripping with melting sticky stuff. The showstopper involves the creation of something called a Sugar Dome, the kind of thing that…
A familiar face in Belfast’s hospitality scene is set to a return to its Cathedral Quarter this week. The eclectic restaurant, Made In Belfast, will open its doors once again in the historic Cathedral Quarter…
A familiar face in Belfast’s hospitality scene is set to a return to its Cathedral Quarter home next month. The eclectic restaurant, Made In Belfast, will open its doors once again in the historic Cathedral…
We’re delighted to announce the return of our extremely popular Hillsborough Farmers’ Market series this year. The three farmers’ markets will take place along The Dark Walk in the historic village of Hillsborough from 10am to…
A new report by the Food Standards Agency has revealed confidence is high among UK consumers. The flagship survey entitled Food and You 2 measures self-reported knowledge, attitudes and behaviours related to food safety and…
The popular Slemish Market Supper Club is set to offer food fans a new experience next month as their exclusive dining experience returns for another six-course event featuring well known chef Rob Curley. Based in…
If you’re thinking of a staycation this year Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter has everything you need to have the perfect experience, from Instagrammable murals to delicious local dishes. With a thriving nightlife, a whole host of…
With the weather in Northern Ireland heating up, what better time to get out in the city and enjoy the many beer gardens that Belfast has to offer. From burgers and pints to cocktails and…
Mechanic Alfie exchanges brake pads and rigs for make-up and wigs. Pizza fanatic, Alfie Parker (38), a mechanic from Belfast, had no idea when he responded to a message from his favourite pizza takeaway, that…
Philip Davison was inspired during lockdown to open Dished up Deli and is now offering homemade cooking, delivered to your doorstep for your weekend dining. From three-course dinners to snack boxes and their speciality brownies…
Asda Income Tracker reveals disposable income growth is faster in NI than any other UK region Disposable income growth for the average NI family hit an 11-year high in the first quarter of 2021 –…
New brand for Hill Street dining as Grill gives way to Cali-styled seafood eaterie A new seafood restaurant is set to open its doors in Belfast’s iconic Hill Street later this week. Prawnagraphic will open…
New healthy snack company, Benergy, has a mission statement Food Impacts Mood, as they deliver a range of healthy snack options including breakfast pots that are all plant-based. Available online, in selected gyms and shops,…
Brian Haslett & Mark Irvine from Belfast run their blog: The Gourmet Boys, about Food and Drink. Why did you decide to become a blogger/influencer? We were putting so many photos of food on a personal…
New research has found the top foods that can instantly put you in a better mood. A new survey of 2,000 Americans analysed the relationship between our moods and the food we eat and found…
It’s #FoodWasteActionWeek and to celebrate, Belfast City Council is launching a free family recipe book aimed at tackling food waste. #FoodWasteActionWeek encourages everyone to stop and think about the amount of food they waste and take…
Two NI businessmen have invested £25k into creating an exciting new range of hand-crafted cocktails for us all to enjoy at home, the partners are delighted to have already secured a number of contracts with…
Northern Ireland’s talent will be highlighted to the world as Culture Night Belfast continues to support local artists in collaboration with Out To Lunch Festival supported by The Office of the Northern Ireland Executive in…
Chikumo is a 26 year old marketer and baker originally from Zambia, she grew up in Sheffield and now lives in Newtownabbey. Chikumo classes herself as a food and lifestyle blogger and creates under the…
It’s been a difficult few months for businesses all over the country and now more than ever local and small businesses need the help and support of the community to make sure that their business…
The Northern Ireland Takeaway Association has warned that up to 2,000 jobs are at risk in the sector with the announcement of the latest raft of lockdown measures. Director, Michael Henderson said that without immediate…
Probably the best news you’ll read today… Carlsberg is offering complimentary pints in pubs across Northern Ireland. The good news means people in NI can enjoy a free pint of Carlsberg Pilsner while getting together…
Having historically hosted scoundrels and scholars since 1879, this bohemian bolthole will appeal to the culturally curious traveller and those looking to add a little more sass to their staycation. The Harrison Chambers of Distinction,…
After reopening its doors following lockdown a Belfast gourmet burger bar has created an innovative menu. Burger Burger Stranmillis have redesigned their menu to offer diners a larger menu with new takes on their classic…
Burger Burger is back with a bang as diners return for its unique laidback dining experience, and its renowned delicious food choices and premium retro cocktails. The £20,000 post lockdown cash injection comes just months…
Delivery & collection service to help social distancing Posh Nosh Ireland has launched a range of meals that can be safely collected from its Bangor HQ or delivered direct to your door. The Posh Nosh…
Do you see yourself as a bit of a burger connoisseur? Think you’ve tried every combination in the book? Belfast’s newest burger joint Burger Burger on Stranmillis Road have put together a menu they believe…
Your heart’s beating fast, butterflies swarm and bash inside your stomach and you can’t help but shake like an Autumn’s leaf. Just a few metres away from you at the other side of the room…
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