Belfast Restaurant Week returns for its third serving with another packed programme guaranteed to tantalise your taste buds!Enjoy a tasty recipe of signature menus, sensational culinary events and delicious local food in Belfast’s fabulous restaurants and cafés! Throughout the week our diverse eateries will be hosting exclusive events and showcasing special menus using the finest local produce. Why not try something new or book a table at a tried and tested favourite? Belfast Restaurant Week offers a mouthwatering insight into Belfast’s acclaimed eating scene, with over 60 participating restaurants across the city. The week includes great offers and activities, food tours, talks, tastings, pop-up restaurants and much, much more. Be sure to make your reservations early to avoid disappointment.

Go online for a full list of restaurants, menus and special events.Contact the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre 028 9024 6609.

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Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 October 11.30am-7pm Grounds of Belfast City Hall The curtain raiser for Belfast Restaurant Week 2014, Taste and Dine is guaranteed to be a mouth-watering appetiser celebrating the City’s vibrant restaurant scene.

Taste and Dine will see the grounds of Belfast City Hall transformed into an eye catching village of pop up restaurants, food and drink exhibitors, talks and demonstrations. Visitors will be able to sample food from an eclectic mix of local restaurants and producers and be inspired as chefs and food heroes showcase their culinary skills on the Taste and Dine demonstration stage. There will also be an event bar and entertainment stage featuring the best in local talent from the Oh Yeah Music Centre Belfast.

Special guest on Saturday 4 October is Tom Parker Bowles, renowned food writer and restaurant critic. A real food enthusiast, he’ll be talking passionately about his food experiences as well as demonstrating his own culinary skills in the Taste and Dine kitchen. Free to attend.

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Tom Parker Bowles,renowned food writer and restaurant critic, will be demonstrating his own culinary skills on Saturday.

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With some great value offers and special menus in superb restaurants across the city, why not try something new or book a table at a tried and tested favourite?For the full programme go to visit-belfast.com/food

Enjoy some fabulous foodie events throughout Belfast Restaurant Week including food tours, master classes, talks, tastings and pop-up events.

Bakery Competition Let your creative juices flow & submit a baking recipe for the Bar + Grill at James Street South. The lucky winner will have their winning recipe added to the Bar + Grill menu & will win a 3 course meal with wine.Bar + Grill at James Street South 028 9560 0700

Craft Beer & Cider Tasting 4 October, 8pmTaste a selection of NI craft beers & ciders with some well matched food bites. A night of fun where you can test your knowledge. £10pp. Canteen at the MAC 028 9023 5053

Cheese Extravaganza 4-5 October, 2-6pmA mini cheese market will be set up in The National’s Beer Garden for you to purchase and enjoy with drinks.The National Grande Cafe 028 9031 1130

Cocktails & Canapés City Style 4, 10 & 11 OctoberAn exciting introduction to the world of Cocktails where you will prepare a range of bespoke BRW themed drinks. Enjoy Prosecco & canapés on arrival & a delicious light supper with a focus on local produce. £45pp. Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast 028 9044 2080

Murder Mystery Package 4, 10 & 11 OctoberBecome a super sleuth for the evening as a murder takes place over dinner. Mingle with the suspects & pick up clues while you try & solve the mystery. The evening includes a drinks reception on arrival & 4 course evening meal. £65pp.Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast028 9044 2080

Ready, Steady, Cook for Kids 4 & 11 October 2pm (under 6’s), 3.30pm (6+)Enjoy a leisurely afternoon lunch while Ryans chefs inspire your kids to create their own burgers using local cheeses, veggies and meat.Ryans Bar & Restaurant 028 9050 9850

Kids Cook Along 5 OctoberChildren aged 6-11 will get the chance to cook along with a professional chef while parents can enjoy Sunday dinner in the restaurant. £5 per child. The Kings Head 028 9050 9950

Oktoberfest at The Errigle Inn 5 OctoberBelfast’s answer to Oktoberfest with special menus, brass bands, Bratwurst & Pretzels. Open to everyone, no ticket required. The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

The Errigle Food Quiz 6 OctoberA special quiz night for food lovers including a tasting round to tantalise the taste buds.The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

Fifty Shades of Wine: The Sequel 6 OctoberFollowing on from the hugely successful FiftyShades of Wine Dinner (BRW 2012), SHU is proud to present, The Sequel. The wines will be specially selected by the leading local merchant Woodford Bourne to showcase thediversity of wine making styles being employedby some of the best viticulturists from aroundthe world who are producing wine today. £50pp.Shu 028 9038 1655

Vegetarian Tasting Experience 6 October, from 7pmCelebrate the vegetable with OX as they present a 5 course vegetarian tasting menu with matched wines. Using locally grown, superb quality produce, diners can indulge in OX’s ‘seasonal creativity’, matched with interesting, artisan wines. Complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival. £65pp. OX 028 9031 4121

26 Mile Marathon Menu 7 October7 courses with a selection of locally sourced drinks £30pp. The Cloth Ear 028 9026 2719

The Errigle Walking Tour 7 OctoberA walking tour around the local Ballynafeigh area with host Jason O’Rourke. On return to The Errigle, Jason will host a traditional Irish Music session. £12pp (includes a pint & a bowl of Irish Stew), £7pp (without tour).The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

The Kings Head Big Food Quiz 7 October, 8pm Foodies can test their knowledge with this culinary themed quiz. Free entry & prizes on the evening.The Kings Head 028 9050 9950

Retro Dining – 80s Menu 7 OctoberFor one night only, the 1980’s return with a menu of culinary classics, made with a modern twist along with much loved 80’s music & movies. 80’s dress strongly encouraged so dig out those shoulder pads! £25pp. McHughs 028 9050 9999

Rugby Waiters 7 OctoberUlster Rugby players swap their kits for waiters’ uniforms for one special night. Café Conor 028 9066 3266

EIPIC Homecoming! 7-8 October, 7pmFor 2 nights only, the very best home-grown chefs from NI will be returning from their cutting edge restaurants in the UK & Ireland to join EIPIC Head Chef, Danni Barry, in serving up a 6 course Tasting Menu. The evening kicks off with a Billecart Champagne reception. £85pp. EIPIC 028 9033 1134

Game of Thrones Banquet 7-9 October, 7pmAn evening of food, drinks & a few surprises along the way. Inspired by the hit show Game of Thrones, be transported into the Great Hall of Winterfell. Break bread & salt & enjoy Dothraki blood pie & Dornish fare washed down with speciality drinks. £25pp. Ryans Bar & Restaurant 028 9050 9850

4th Wall Wine Dinner 8 OctoberIn association with Direct Wine Shipments & Cecilia Pasqua from the Pasqua Winery of Veneto, Northern Italy 4th Wall presents a 5 course dinner with accompanying wines. £40pp.4th Wall 028 9027 8707

Bistronomy Menu 8 October4 courses with matched cocktails £55pp. Berts Jazz Bar 028 9026 2713

Chateau Palmer Wine Dinner 8 OctoberOne of the top 10 wineries in Bordeaux, Chateau Palmer offers an exclusive range of collectable & very investable wines. This unforgettable evening gives you a chance to try a selection of these wines complemented by a special 5 course menu. Canapés & entertainment on arrival. £90pp. The Ivory Restaurant 028 9032 4577

Come Dine With Us 8 OctoberA special 5 course menu presented by Head of Food Operations, Sean Owens. A fabulous night awaits in the exclusive Lucan Room where each course is matched with wine from Joseph Drouhin. £35pp. McHughs 028 9050 9999

Craft Beer Evening 8 October, 8pmWhitewater Brewery presents, ‘Meet the Brewer’, a showcase of their products. An opportunity to taste 5 different beers, each paired with food. £15. The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

Meet the Brewer 8 October, 7pmJoin Rick LeVert from Kinnegar Brewing Rathmullan, Donegal as he talks you through 5 excellent craft beers from Kinnegar Brewing. The beers will be paired with 5 tasting courses. £25pp. Canteen at the MAC 028 9023 5053

A Touch of Tina & Rod @Cabaret Supper Club 8 OctoberA live tribute to musical legends Tina Turner & Rod Stewart, accompanied by a delicious main meal. £27.50pp Cabaret Supper Club 028 9024 9009

Whitewater Brewery/ Craft Beer Evening 8 October, 8pm Whitewater Brewery presents, ‘Meet the Brewer’, a showcase of their products. All opportunity to taste 5 different beers, each paired with food. £15pp. The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

Willy Wonka Experience Night 9 October, 7pm Get your golden ticket for a magical evening with Willy Wonka & the Umpa Lumpas who will be serving up a spectacular 7 course Tasting Menu, with a special welcome cocktail on arrival & delicious chocolate fountain. £38pp.Knife and Fork Grill and Deli 028 9038 8000

The Art of Food and Wine 9 October, 7pmA special night of food & wine with guest chef Joery Castel. This culinary journey presents 5 courses with wine pairings. £65pp. Canteen at the MAC 028 9023 5053

The Beef Baron’s Banquet 9 OctoberThe Beef Baron’s Banquet is the essential date in the diary for lovers of all things bovine. Following on from the sell-out BBB’s in 2012 & 2013, this year’s dinner again promises to be beef nirvana for steak aficionados. £80pp. Shu 028 9038 1655

The Doors Tribute @Cabaret Supper Club 9 OctoberEnjoy a delicious main meal with live entertainment from The Roadhouse Doors who will perform all the greatest hits from the much loved 60’s band. £25pp. Cabaret Supper Club 028 9024 9009

4th Wall A celebration of local food producers.Lunch (12-5pm Mon-Sat) 2 courses £10pp, 3 courses £13pp. Dinner (5pm onwards Mon-Sat) 2 courses £15pp, 3 courses £18pp. ‘Sharing is Caring’ evening, 9 Oct. Butcher’s block or seafood platter, £20 per couple including sides & sauces.028 9027 8707

21 Social 2 courses £16.95pp or 3 courses £19.95pp. 028 9024 1415

Academy Restaurant - University of Ulster 2 course lunch with tea/coffee & petits fours £5pp. 5 course dinner with tea/coffee & petits fours £15pp (7 & 9 Oct). 028 9536 7332

AMPM Lunch £7.95 or less, 2 courses for 2 people including wine £29.95. 028 9024 9009

Archana 2 mains with sides & a glass of Prosecco, wine or 330ml beer for £25 per couple. 028 9032 3713

Bistro 401 at Titanic Belfast Lunch main course & a glass of wine for £9.95pp. 028 9076 6386

Canteen at the MAC 2 course lunch main & dessert £10pp. 028 9023 5053

Cargoes Wed & Thurs special opening - 2 courses £13pp. Fri & Sat evening 2 courses £13pp (before 7pm), 2 courses £17pp (after 7pm). 028 9066 5451

The Causerie Brasserie 4 course menu including tea & coffee £25pp. 028 9027 1066

Chiquito – Victoria Square 2 courses £15pp. 028 9043 6770

Chubby Cherub Lunch £7.95pp or less, 2 courses for 2 people including wine £29.95. 028 9031 2964

The Cloth Ear 2 course locally sourced set menu £16.95pp & 3 course menu £19.95pp. 028 9026 2719

Coco 2 courses for £12.95pp - starter & main or main & dessert (excludes steak). 028 9031 1150

Cutters Wharf 2 courses £14.95pp, 3 courses £18.95pp. 028 9080 5100

The Errigle Finale 6 course banquet on Sat 11 Oct £40pp. 028 9064 1410

Filini – Radisson Blu 2 mains & a bottle of house wine for £24 per couple (excludes 5 & 10 Oct). 028 9043 4065

Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast 4 course evening meal with wines matched to each course. £55pp or £100 per couple. 028 9044 2080

Flame 2 courses £15.95pp. Add a cocktail for an additional £5. 028 9033 2121

Gingeroot A special 3 course Indian banquet £11.95pp. 028 9031 3124

The Great Room Restaurant – Merchant Hotel Pre & post theatre set menu with live music, 2 courses from £18.50pp per person or 3 courses from £22.50pp. Available Mon-Wed & Fri. 028 9023 4888

Hadskis Steak and a local craft beer £25pp. 028 9032 5444

Havana Bank Square 3 course lunch with a 1/2 bottle of wine £15.95pp. 2 course dinner with 1/2 bottle of wine £18.95pp (excludes Fri & Sat sittings after 8.30pm). 028 9031 0809

Homemade by Manns Main (from the selection of daily specials) & a desert £10pp. 028 9066 3137

Horatio Todds 4 Oct: Trio of street foods starter tasting board £6.95pp. A trio of fresh seafood main course tasting board £13.95pp. 5-9 Oct: Main course & a glass of wine £10.95pp. 9 Oct: Special food & craft beer matching menu (4 courses) £22.95pp. 10 Oct: Fresh seafood evening (2 courses) £16.95pp.028 9065 3090

The Ivory Restaurant Locally sourced produce menu, 2 courses £18.95pp, 3 courses £21.95pp.028 9032 4577

James Street South Restaurant 5 course gourmet menu £45pp. 028 9043 4310

Knife & Fork Grill and Deli 2 courses £14.95pp & 3 courses £17.95pp. 028 9038 8000

La Bastille 2 course menu £18pp/3 course £22pp. 028 9066 7500

La Scala – Stormont Hotel 2 courses & tea/coffee for £17pp, with sharing dishes available. 5-7pm. 028 9065 1066

Lavery’s 2 courses £13.95pp. 028 9087 1106

Madison’s 3 courses £24.99pp with matched wines from R&R Bros Wine Merchants. 028 9050 9800

Malmaison Brasserie 2 courses £19.95pp & 3 courses £24.95pp, includes a glass of Prosecco. 028 9022 0200

McHughs 2 course menu £12pp Sun-Thurs (exception Tues 7 Oct) £14pp Fri & Sat. 028 9050 9999

Molly’s Yard Molly’s £10 beer board - a selection of autumnal flavours paired with a different Hilden Craft Beer. Available 12-5pm. 028 9032 2600

Mourne Seafood Bar Half price bottles of wine to enjoy with your meal (exclusions apply). 028 9024 8544

Nu Delhi 2 courses & a glass of wine for £15pp. 028 9024 4747

Remedy Café Bar Starter & main with a free glass of wine (red, white or Prosecco) £12.50pp. 028 9032 9800

Restaurant 25 Lunch 2 courses £13.95pp / 3 courses £14.95pp. Dinner 2 courses £14.95pp / 3 courses £15.95pp. 028 9024 2020

Robinson & Cleaver 2 courses £12pp. 028 9031 2666

Ryans Bar & Restaurant 3 course food provenance menu available all day, £15pp. 028 9050 9850

Safa Fine Indian Cuisine A 2 course special Indian menu - lunch £9.95pp & dinner £15.95pp. 028 9023 3519

Seasons Restaurant at the Mount Conference Centre 2 course lunch (main & dessert) £10pp. Add a glass of wine for £2.50pp. 028 9073 0150

Shed Bistro 2 course set menu £14.50pp, 3 courses £18.50pp. Add a glass of matched wine for £4.50 per course. 028 9064 2630

SQ Bar & Grill – Ramada Encore 2 courses £14.95pp, 3 courses £19pp. 028 9026 1809

St.George’s Bar & Grill 25% off total bill throughout the week (quote Belfast Restaurant Week when booking). 4 Oct Best of the Market Sharing Platter £20 per couple. 028 9024 0014

Stix & Stones 3 course meal £17.50pp. 028 9031 9418

Ten Square Main course sharing plate of local produce meats including sides. Includes a bottle of Belfast Ale. £40 per couple 028 9024 1001

Tony Romas 3 course set menu & a glass of house wine £24.95pp. 028 9032 6777

Treat Boutique BRW afternoon tea £15pp. Prosecco afternoon tea £20pp. 028 9043 4211

Wagamama 3 course menu £16.95pp. 028 9023 6098

Yardbird Big Bird Challenge – Order a whole chicken to yourself and receive a free Yardbird beer to wash it down! 028 9024 3712

Musical Extravaganza at Harlem Belfast 10 & 11 OctoberA 4 course meal prepared by Head Chef Aaron Heasley with complimentary speciality cocktail made by mixologist Julian McFarland. While you dine, enjoy live performances from a wide selection of local artists. £65 per couple.Harlem Cafe 028 9024 4860

Coffee Brew Bar Masterclass 11 October, 10amEnjoy extensive coffee tasting & discover the brewing methods from the experts. £10pp. Canteen at the MAC 028 9023 5053

Gourmet Night 11 October, 7pmA special night where you can indulge with a 6 course gourmet menu including a glass of Prosecco on arrival, a cocktail with the main & a tea/coffee with dessert. To entertain, a variety of live music performances including an acoustic session, local artists & Soulstar, 5 piece band.The Northern Whig 028 9050 9888

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St. George’s Market Demonstrations4, 5, 10, 11 & 12 October Various timesMouthwatering demonstrations by local chefs will showcase the wide variety of great NI produce. St. George’s Market 028 9043 5704

Dining in the Dome4-11 October, 7pm Dine under the stars with the best views of the city. Enjoy a 3 course meal & wine from one of the fabulous Victoria Square restaurants whilst gazing out over the city & beyond. £25-£55pp (depending on the restaurant).Victoria Square028 9032 2277

Co Couture Dessert Club4-11 OctoberVisit Co Couture’s chocolate boutique to enjoy a selection of hand crafted desserts using the best of fresh & natural ingredients... and of course chocolate!Co Couture

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Titanic Taste Tour9 & 10 October, 6.30-9.30pmStep back in time & test all your senses on this animated excursion through Titanic Quarter. The 5 course gastronomic walking tour, over 5 venues, gives a taste of life in Belfast over a century ago, with a modern twist. £30pp. Titanic Quarter028 9024 6609

Eat Street10 October, 12-9pmBelfast’s first ever pop up StreetFood Experience offering taster portions of local food in & aroundthe Cathedral Quarter. Cathedral Quarter028 9024 6609

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An Evening of wine 9 October, 8pmAn informal evening on the topic of pairing food with wine. There will be samples of the chosen wines & paired dishes. £15pp. The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

Louis Roederer Cristal Dinner 9 OctoberExperience world class wines & Champagnes with an exquisite meal, £195pp.The Great Room Restaurant - Merchant Hotel 028 9023 4888

A Night in Havana 9 OctoberLive music and salsa dancing while you dine.Havana Bank Square 028 9031 0809

Tex Mex Party Night 9 October6 course tex mex tasting menu with drink pairings & live music. £29.95pp. The Kings Head 028 9050 9950

Bollywood Night 10 OctoberBollywood comes to Belfast with a fantastic evening of dance, live music & a 3 course Indian meal. £30pp.Maze Belfast 028 9508 6794

Curries, Chillies and IPA Evening 10 October The Errigle will match curries with IPAs (India Pale Ale), each course getting hotter & hoppier. For anyone feeling very brave, take part in the chilli eating competition. The Errigle Inn 028 9064 1410

The Great Italian Dinner 10 October, 6-10pmExperience a traditional Italian dinner with authentic Italian sharing platters & a quench thirsting Italian cocktail - ‘When in Rome, do as the Romans do’. £16pp.Filini – Radisson Blu 028 9043 4065

Molly’s Magnificent Gin Tasting Menu 10 October, sittings at 7 & 8pmA fantastic 5 course autumnal tasting menu with gins to match. £55pp.Molly’s Yard 028 9032 2600

A Taste of MAL 10 OctoberAn evening of all things Mal including a Mal Classic Cocktail demonstration, Butchery Masterclass with Malmaison’s Head Chef, 2 course meal with wines to match, followed by Mal’s Spirit Experience. £45pp. Malmaison 028 9022 0200

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