Popular crisp brand McCoy’s is celebrating a record year in Northern Ireland, following growth of 16.3% over the past 12 months. And the good news for local snack lovers is that the province’s favourite ridged crisp isn’t resting on its laurels with the addition of two brand new flavours, Chip Shop Curry Sauce and Bangin’ […]
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The birds are singing, the mornings are brighter and there’s a grand old stretch in the evenings. All that can mean just one thing – Spring has sprung at last. And with those feel-good vibes in the air, it’s the perfect time for an indulgent rest and recharge to set you up for the action-packed
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Coffee lovers in Northern Ireland are being warned against drinking the beverage on an empty stomach, as it can trigger the release of stress hormones and cause an upset tummy. Health and nutrition experts at Prepped Pots powered by MuscleFood have listed five reasons why drinking coffee first thing in the morning is not a good idea.
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Shoppers in Northern Ireland are being urged to take on regular freezer maintenance to help cut household bills and food waste. The frugal team at MuscleFood.com have revealed seven ways to improve freezer efficiency, cut weekly food costs and reduce food waste. The experts claim freezer organisation plays a major role in reducing household food wastage. Having
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The Restaurant at The Fitzwilliam Hotel has launched a brand-new menu featuring a range of mouth-watering dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Executive Head Chef, Dean Butler, said: “Our menu is all about the incredible local produce that we have in abundance here across Ireland. Our commitment to local suppliers also supports the hotel’s sustainable
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Award-winning Belfast restaurant, Stix & Stones, is now offering local meat lovers a mouthwatering authentic barbecue experience with the launch of its new Stix & Stones Meat Wagon restaurant in the heart of Belfast. The opening of the new restaurant on Wellington Place has created 20 full-time and part-time roles across its kitchen and front-of-house operation with plans to create an
Bread baking, an age-old culinary craft, is seeing a resurgence in home kitchens. For beginners, the process of turning simple ingredients into a warm, crusty loaf can seem daunting. Fear not – this guide is designed to demystify the basics of bread baking, ensuring your journey into the world of homemade bread is both successful
LIVE music lovers are in for a real treat over the coming months as The Court House in Bangor hosts The Beamish Sessions, a series of intimate gigs with a stellar line-up that includes Hothouse Flowers, David Holmes, Duke Special and punk legend Jah Wobble. Supported by leading stout brand Beamish in partnership with Arts
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This February 14th, whether you’re embracing the romance of Valentine’s or the wholesomeness of Galantine’s, Lidl has everything you need to celebrate the season of love in style. In store from Thursday 1st February, you can discover an extensive selection of budget-friendly yet premium gifts, including red roses, luxury chocolates, sentimental cards and soft cuddly
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Coffee lovers in Northern Ireland have been warned their favourite warm brew could be leaving them feeling fatigued. Nutrition experts at Prepped Pots powered by MuscleFood have revealed five foods that can make us feel tired and lethargic. Many people rely on coffee, smoothies and energy bars to get them through the day but consuming
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Northern Ireland’s food and drink companies are invited to enter the 2024 Northern Ireland Food and Drink Awards. Held in partnership with firmus energy, the awards are a key indicator of excellence for food and drink manufacturers, giving local companies the opportunity to showcase innovation and excellence, and present quality products in front of key
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Lidl Northern Ireland, the region’s fastest growing supermarket is providing a new year boost for shoppers as the retailer confirms it has reduced the price of more than 500 products within its everyday range since October. With reductions of up to 43% across a wide range of products, from fresh food to frozen favourites, cupboard
Owners of Barista Bar, Northern Ireland’s number one retail coffee brand, have invested a quarter of a million pounds into a digital overhaul of their consumer offering. Henderson Foodservice, which launched the brand in 2015, has invested £250,000 to develop the new ‘My Barista Bar Rewards+’ app for users in Northern Ireland, that will digitise
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Popular Italian restaurant Frankie & Benny’s are celebrating the launch of iconic new Mean Girls film in style – so long as it’s PINK! The Iconic teen movie is back with a 2024 reboot of the classic film about a young girl’s struggle to find acceptance at a new high school. The comedy, which originally
Health experts have revealed the superfoods we’ll all be eating in 2024. The health and nutrition experts from Prepped Pots powered by Musclefood.com have identified the nine superfoods Northern Irish households should be adding to their diet in 2024. From the unusual to regular supermarket staples, they’ve looked at why these foods and drinks are labelled as
Delicious traditional ski cuisine meals designed by Executive Chef Steve Allen Special focus on fresh seasonal ingredients highlighting the best of Côte’s French cuisine The popular decadent Alpine menu delivered direct to your door Côte restaurants have unveiled their luxurious taste of the ski season specially designed by Gordon Ramsay’s former executive chef Steve Allen. The
Crafting the perfect cheese board is an art form that combines flavour, texture, and presentation in a harmonious display. Ideal for gatherings or a luxurious night in, a well-assembled cheese board is sure to impress. Here are 10 top tips for crafting the perfect cheese board: Variety is Key Begin by selecting a diverse range
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Ah, the dinner party – a quintessential classic tradition where culinary flair meets social charm. Whether you’re a seasoned host or a first-timer looking to make your mark, orchestrating a memorable evening for your guests requires a blend of planning, creativity, and a dash of spontaneity. Here are 15 top tips to making sure your
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A family bake-off poll by Camp Coffee has taken place to definitively answer the much-debated question of who claims the star baker apron in the family. And the winner is… our cherished mums with nearly a quarter of the votes (24%). The poll which highlights the nation’s love for baking, popularised by shows like The Great
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New research has discovered the top 10 cities in the UK for foodies, with London taking the top spot. Women-only tour company Solo Female Travelers Tours analysed data from TripAdvisor, including the number of Michelin star establishments, vegetarian-friendly restaurants and vegan-friendly restaurants in each UK city. Index scores out of 10 were awarded for each factor based
Twelve top Northern Ireland chefs have teamed up with fanatical foodies and digital creators, The Gourmet Boys, to create a 2024 recipe calendar in aid of NSPCC Northern Ireland. Sponsored by Click Energy, the calendar features delicious recipes from well-known kitchen maestros: Paula McIntyre and Suzi Lee, Nathan Anthony (Bored of Lunch), Ian Hunter (Mourne
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The McKeever Hotel Group is celebrating 30 years of ownership of Corr’s Corner – the Newtownabbey-based hotel which has been an established part of the local community for over a century. The McKeevers have also committed to the future of the hotel, with plans to invest a further £320k in Corr’s Corner over the coming
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Your eyes are quite literally your window to how you see the world, so why wouldn’t you want to make sure they are getting the best eye care possible? There are so many little things that you could be doing in your everyday life that could make a difference in your eyesight. Here, we have
New data has revealed which foods are the most popular ‘treats’ for UK health enthusiasts and how long each takes to burn off through exercise. The findings, pulled together by sports nutrition experts Bulk.com, analysed the top 100 most popular posts under the hashtags #cheatdayeats, #cheatdaymeals, and #cheatday to find which meals were most popular
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As part if the safefood annual Christmas food safety campaign people are being encouraged to use a meat thermometer to make sure their Christmas turkey is safely cooked through to 75 degrees Celsius aimed at helping ensure everyone has a safe and tasty Christmas. Here are some more top tips to make sure your Christmas dinner goes off without a
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Almost two-thirds (62%) of households in Northern Ireland say that the rising cost of food is the biggest concern with cooking Christmas dinner this year with more than half (54%) swapping full turkeys for turkey crowns or joints, new safefood research has revealed. As households get ready for the festive season, the recent study conducted with 1,000 adults across Northern Ireland,
If you’re looking for foods to eat to effectively cure a post-Christmas hangover you’ve come to the right place. Health and nutrition experts at Prepped Pots powered by Musclefood.com have named the best foods to replenish nutrients and beat the queasy morning symptoms after a night of drinking. The best way to avoid a hangover is to
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With everyday living costs already so high, many will be worrying about the added cost of Christmas food and presents this year. As the countdown to the festive season begins, the Consumer Council is offering advice on ways to save money on food. “Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration, but we know that for many
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As the big day approaches, many will be starting to think about what their Christmas will entail. A recent study by Currys asked 2000 UK residents to share the essential components of their Christmas dinner. The study revealed that in Belfast, a significant 69% of residents insist on the traditional roast turkey as a vital part of their Christmas celebration, with gravy being the most popular accompanying element, favoured by 60% and unsurprisingly, 24% of Belfast
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It’s estimated that more than 36 billion cups of tea are drunk every year in the UK, and when it comes to consumption, Northern Ireland enjoys more cuppas than anywhere else with an average of 4 – 6 cups being enjoyed per person per day. This Christmas make every sip count toward helping children and
Christmas always seems to arrive sooner than expected leaving some of us scratching our heads for gift ideas or making a last-minute dash to the shops to purchase something you just know won’t bring any festive cheer. But worry not, as the helpful little elves at the Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast, have gift cards that can
Finnebrogue has worked with Asda to produce ten new Christmas products, bringing the total number of listings for the Downpatrick based company to 36, across fresh meat, meat-free, chilled, frozen meat, and party food. online pharmacy purchase tretiva online with best prices today in the USA The new seasonal products, which are exclusive to Asda
New figures released by the Trussell Trust reveal that 39,334 emergency food parcels were provided to people between April and September by food banks in the charity’s Northern Ireland-wide network. This is the most parcels that the network has ever distributed at this point in the year and represents a 23% increase from the same
Pravha, a premium and lighter tasting pilsner, and part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company portfolio, has secured naming rights to Down Royal’s hospitality space located on the top floor of the hospitality pavilion in a new sponsorship deal. Described as the ‘best of both worlds’, Pravha is a premium 4%, lighter tasting pilsner, which
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safefood is encouraging small food businesses in Northern Ireland to benefit from its free food safety e-learning tool – safefood for business – as new research shows that nearly two-thirds (64%) of local food enterprises have extreme concerns with the consequences of food safety breaches. The research by safefood, the all-island body responsible for promoting
In the 1980s sugar was thought to give you extra energy. Lucozade, a liquid form of glucose, was advertised as ‘energy for the human race.’ Yet, new studies are showing that too much glucose, and especially fructose, over time starves the brain of energy, leading to both memory loss and brain shrinkage. These two sugars
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With the high cost of food a concern for 95% of consumers in Northern Ireland, the Consumer Council has put together some tips to help save you money at each stage of your food shop. “We know from our consumer research that households in Northern Ireland are already changing their shopping, cooking and eating habits,
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As the countdown to Christmas begins, excitement builds, and children count down the sleeps until Santa arrives, but for parents and adults alike, preparation is key. For those who like to host, wine and dine guests at this time of the year, Lidl Northern Ireland has a gift for you, as the retailer’s Christmas food
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Households struggling to hit their five-a-day target, are being given advice on how to meet the daily recommendation with surprising sources of fruit and veg. Health and nutrition experts from Prepped Pots powered by Musclefood.com have revealed a list of unexpected foods that qualify as part of the daily five-a-day intake. Only 27% of adults, aged 19 to
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