Belfast Times

Belfast Exposed: ‘Natural Connections’

In the last year, 12 months that will leave a permanent memory on the lives of people around the world, a number of everyday life experiences have become an essential part of our wellbeing.  The importance of nature in our lives, from a small flower in a garden to climbing a newly discovered hill, or just sitting on a beach listening to the waves, never before has the connection to nature become…

Snack attacks and how to avoid them by Jane McClenaghan

Are you a secret snacker throughout the day? Working from home playing havoc with unlimited access to your treat cupboard? Jane McClenaghan’s feature this month looks at between meal snack attacks. How to avoid between-meal snack attacks Do you get hungry between meals? For most of us, snacking is the norm, but is it a good idea for our health? I am sure you have heard the advice to ‘eat…

Visit Belfast maps out city tourism recovery in new three-year approach

Visit Belfast has outlined the development of its new strategy to support the city’s economic recovery post Covid-19. At a virtual event attended by Visit Belfast’s tourism industry partners and key city stakeholders, the outline strategy highlighted the importance of tourism to the local economy and the opportunity for regrowth inside of three years. In 2019, Belfast accounted for £417m of…

Luxury Fermanagh-based resort preparing for the Great Post Lockdown Escape One of Ireland’s top countryside resorts has announced plans to invest in a range of new adventure-type features within its 600-acre resort as it prepares for what it believes will be the great post-lockdown escape. The award-winning Lough Erne Resort, which nestles within its own private Peninsula on the outskirts of…

Cupcakes for My Cupcake by Genesis Bakery

Wondering how to say those three little words this weekend? Genesis Bakery has an adorable answer with its limited edition Afters By Genesis ‘Cupcakes for My Cupcake’. You can say ‘I love you’ or ‘Be My Valentine’ by presenting that someone special with the cute cupcake couple which are sweetly packaged, with a spot to write your loved one’s name and are also perfect for sharing. Imagine…

Little Mix reschedule Confetti Tour

Little Mix have rescheduled The Confetti Tour at The SSE Arena, Belfast to 2022. 🎊 Sat 1 May rescheduled to Sat 9 April 2022🎊 Sun 2 May rescheduled to Sun 10 April 2022 Original Tickets valid for New Show dates!

THE WEEKND announces his return to the global stage with AFTER HOURS World Tour

THE WEEKND announces his return to the global stage with AFTER HOURS World Tour —First World Tour Announced for 2022 Includes Extended Outing in North America and Europe— 13th October 2022: The SSE Arena, Belfast The 104-date global tour will kick off on January 14th in Vancouver at Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena with stops in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, Berlin, Belfast and more,…

National Pizza Day deal from Four Star Pizza

Four Star Pizza are celebrating National Pizza Day on Tuesday 9th February by offering customers a mouth-watering deal of only £8.00/€9.95 for a large set menu pizza (for the day only). https://fourstarpizza.co.uk You can have the entire menu at your fingertips and order easily with the Four Star Pizza app, available on iOS and Android. Celebrate National Pizza Day with them by using the…

Valentine’s Day cocktails to shake up for that special some bunny

Valentine’s Day cocktails to shake up for that special some bunny Valentine’s Day may be a little different this year as we celebrate at home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make it one to remember! The Rabbit has you covered for a tasty apéritif to start or end your night in the perfect way. These deliciously hare-raising cocktails are the ideal recipe for the ultimate romantic night in this…

Can you remember your first kiss? Over 11% can’t!

Survey reveals strength of Northern Ireland’s romance including first kiss memories A tenth of people in Northern Ireland rate their first kiss as “horrible” – with twice as many women as men describing it this way, a new survey reveals. Most were aged between 14 and 18 when they had their heart-thumping first smooch (58%), but it was clearly a moment to forget for some, according to the…

Ten new jobs created at third Belfast gelato shop

Local, small-batch gelato brand, Al Gelato celebrates the opening of its third Belfast shop on the Lisburn Road this weekend, creating ten new jobs to the area. Now employing 25 staff across its three Belfast outlets, Al Gelato opened its doors for the first time in 2017, on the vibrant Ormeau Road and has since expanded to include a second shop on the Newtownards Road in East Belfast. Al…

7 Cocktails to make at home during lockdown

Northern Ireland has some amazing artisan distillers and producers serving up award winning whiskey, gin, vodka, cider, lager and ale, along with a number of other excellent tonics and tipples. What could be more of a treat during lockdown than a cocktail made from the comfort of your own kitchen with some of the very best local drinks. Discover Northern Ireland has teamed up with local…

The February night sky: What to look out for this month.

Mankind has been looking to the cosmos for thousands of years to help answer some of our biggest questions, but now, people are turning to the night sky during lockdown for a soothing, relaxing experience to enjoy at home. Throughout February there are a number of astronomical events taking place which can be enjoyed from the safety of your own home. Discover Northern Ireland has joined with…

New dark drama ‘Sadie’ in rehearsals at Lyric Theatre

Rehearsals for the international premiere of Sadie, a searing new play from former Artist-in-Residence, David Ireland are currently taking place at Lyric Theatre. Directed by Conleth Hill with award-winning actress Abigail McGibbon in the title role, Sadie is a Lyric Theatre Production in association with, and originally commissioned by, Field Day Theatre Company. Rehearsals are take place in…

Why your skin looks worse in Winter – A Q&A with Jennifer Rock AKA The Skin Nerd

Cathy Martin‘s Q&A with Jennifer Rock AKA The Skin Nerd. As winter kicks in, sometimes our skin just seems to check out. Literally. In this blog we pose some key Winter questions to one of our fave skin experts, Jennifer Rock, AKA The Skin Nerd. Sit back, relax and as they say in French, ‘Laisse-Faire Le Pro!’ (Leave it to the experts!)…. We’re spending a lot of time outdoors at the moment, and…

Cai Graham talks about the importance of Children’s Mental Health

The first week in February is Children’s Mental Health Week. It was first launched by Place2Be to “to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people’s mental health.” COVID has turned our children’s lives upside down – and for many, it’s taking its toll. I am an advocate for improving children’s mental health – and now, more than ever we need to get involved. 1 in 6 children…

Life Hub NI Launches Feed a Family for a Fiver February 5Km Challenge

Life Hub NI Launches Feed a Family for a Fiver February 5Km Challenge Leading Belfast food parcel charity LifeHub NI has launched a nationwide Feed a Family for a Fiver February 5Km Challenge in a bid to raise vital funds to help feed people living in food poverty in Northern Ireland. The aim of the campaign is to raise much needed funding (with a target of £5K) throughout the month of February…