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On my command, unleash.. tomatoes!
Posted: 24 August '10 by Niall
The world’s biggest food fight starts tomorrow at 11am! The population of Buñol more than triples each year as thousands descend on the small Valencian town to join in the massive tomato fight, with over 100 tons of over-ripe tomatoes being thrown in an hour of fun and mayhem. No-one really knows why the event..
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All I want for Christmas is….
Posted: 28 July '10 by Kelly
.. for Wagamama to come to town.. And guess what?! It is!! The much-loved Japanese restaurant will be opening in Belfast’s Victoria Square in time for Christmas. UPDATE: Wagamama is here! Read our latest post. Niall and I are so excited by the news! If you’ve been to a Wagamama resturant then you’ll know why..
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Just desserts for Niall McKenna
Posted: 30 June '10 by Niall and Kelly
There are times when you taste something so good that it becomes an event. You just know that it’s special and you’ll be reminiscing about it in years to come. That’s what this was – on Tuesday 29 June 2010 we tasted Chef Niall McKenna’s Poached Rhubarb and Strawberry Jelly with Yellowman and Lavender Ice-cream…
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Observer Food Monthly Awards 2010
Posted: 22 June '10 by Niall
We’ve just noticed that voting for the Observer Food Monthly Awards is open. The competition closes at midnight on Friday, June 25th – so get voting now! The categories include Best Restaurant and Best Food Blog (hint, hint), but we think that Co Couture, those marvellous gourmet chocolatiers located on Chicester Street in Belfast, deserve..
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Mud, sweat and tears
Posted: 17 June '10 by Niall
One of my favourite childhood memories is of sitting on our back step, shelling and eating the peas that we grew in our garden. I’ve always wanted to relive those halycon days by growing my own veg – fresh, ripe, and not a plastic tray or piece of cling-film wrap in sight. Now, Kelly and..
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Here comes the summer!
Posted: 26 April '10 by Niall
Well, maybe.. After the monsoon-like rainfall and thunderstorm yesterday you might be forgiven for thinking that the brighter, warmer days of summer are still a long way away, but it doesn’t mean we have to do without the flavour of the BBQ. Although those three little letters usually conjure up images of burnt sausages, life-threateningly..
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And now for something completely different..
Posted: 16 March '10 by Niall
Are you ready for a change of career? Autism Initiatives Northern Ireland are advertising a Project Manager/Food Technologist post in the Castlereagh area of Belfast. After training as a Chocolatier you’ll develop and manage the business while offering training and employment opportunities to people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated disabilities. The essential criteria..
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Carluccio’s now delivering to Northern Ireland!
Posted: 22 February '10 by Niall
When Kelly and I visit London our itinerary always includes at least one meal (and a bottle of wine or two) at a Carluccio’s restaurant. Aside from the delicious, authentic Italian food, the friendly staff, and the pocket-saving prices, the in-store deli is a treasure-trove of mouth-watering treats: from truffle butter to dried porcini, imported..
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