NORTHERN IRELAND

Traditional Irish Breadmaking ni Food Tours, Killinchy, County Down 14 & 23 November

Discover the art of this baking style during the one-day course. Held in an idyllic thatched barn on the shores of Strangford lough, Tracey Jeffery will demonstrate how to bake irish fruit soda cake, potato bread, soda bread and a delicious tray bake. Students will be given copies of the recipes used during the class as well as fresh bakes to take home. light refreshments are also included on the day. www.nifoodtours.com

Introducing Porcelain Paper Clay Conway Mill Preservation Trust, Belfast 23 & 30 November

Sandra Robinson hosts a workshop that is ideal for beginners, demonstrating a ceramic technique which allows participants to make sheets of paper-thin clay to create beautiful porcelain paintings and designs. Topics covered include using formers and how to make simple bowl and votive forms. All work will be high fired by the studio, and refreshments are included. www.sandrarobinsonstudio.com

Armagh Georgian Festival Armagh, County Armagh 28 November-1 December

Showcasing the town at its very best, the well-known festival fills the streets with 100 merchants and stalls offering artisan produce and crafted goods. A food village, live music, carol singers and living history characters all come together to create a wonderful atmosphere, which attracts thousands of visitors every year. www.visitarmagh.com/festivals/