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Even though most of us are worried senseless about the new budget and how were all going to cope over the next few years wed do well to take some time out and invest our energies into spreading a little goodwill this December. Christmas is the season for spend-ing time with loved ones and appreciating the blessings that we still have, whether theyre big or small. This Christmas, make sure you enjoy yourself, whether you invest in a little me time or get out and about with the family in order to fully appreciate everything that Wicklow has to offer. Dont forget to support your local restaurant, pub and business this winter by buying local the benefits will effect us all. Most of all, have a very merry Christmas, from all the staff at In Wicklow magazine.

10 Christmas gift guide

24 Get ready to sparkle!

34 Dining Out this Christmas

C O N T E N T S2 News and EventsLocal news and events for your town

6 Christmas ActivitiesDiscover various Christmas activities that you local town offers this festive time.

10 Christmas Gift GuideIf youre a little stuck for inspiration this year, check out our gift guide! Weve brilliant gift ideas foreveryone in the home, including the kids

20 Christmas FoodDelicious Chirstmas Food recipes with Catherine Fulvio

22 All the TrimmingsLast minute ideas for around the house

24 Get Ready to Sparkle!Check out our pick of the very best party dresses, as well as the perfect look for Christmas day. Weve also got hot looks for guys and kiddies, too

26 The Loveliest DayBe the most beautiful this lovely day of the year

28 FashionChristmas this year comes with a fashion for her, for him and for kids!

34 Dining Out this ChristmasTake some time out this December to get out and about and sample everything that Wicklow restaurants have to offer

GIFT GUIDE

Christmas

40 Sporting NewsLocal and international fixtures and events

44 Cinema ReviewsA comprehensive and impartial guide to all of the latest releases

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ContentsON THE COVERChristmas Shopping with Heatons Web: www.heatonsstores.com

News & EventsLynhams Hotel - Laragh - Co. Wicklow Email: [email protected] Phone: +353 404-45345

Saturday December 17th Big MuddySaturday December 24th Brian Meakin

Servicing Clutches & Gearboxes Timing Belts & Water Pumps Auto Electrics Diagnostics

Suspension Suspension Tyres & Wheel Alignment Crash Repairs

Open 6 DAYS per week FREE Loan Cars Available

FREE Collection and Return of Vehicles

**Approved Tachograph Centre**

ALL SERVICESWITH THIS VOUCHERuntil end of Dec 2011

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1a Oldcourt Industrial Estate, Boghall Rd, Bray, Co. WicklowSERVICING ALL MAKES OF CARS, 4X4'S AND LIGHT COMMERCIALS

Contact us on: 01 2866815OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. Saturday 9am 5pm

Sunday BrunchSunday Brunchat the Betelnut

Open Sunday 9.30am to 5pm

Lynhams of Laragh

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Christmas at Glenroe FarmHo! Ho! Ho! Good news from the North Pole - The elves are all busy transforming the farm into a magical Christmas wonderland. Santa and Mrs Claus will be greeting all the good children in their homely thatched cottage and each child will get a special present from Santa. Next door is the amazing traditional Nativity stable with real farm animals. Santas reindeer are grazing away in the paddock getting ready to take Santa on his long journey on Christmas eve. Every Saturday and Sunday the Kids Party Club will enter-tain the children with a fabulous puppet show and disco. You can visit Santa on weekends up until the 18th Decem-ber and you dont need to pre-book and dont have to queue for this wonderful experience! Santa is making his list and checking it twice - make sure Glenroe Farm is on your list this Christmas.....

Glenroe Farm, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow / E-Mail: mail @glenroefarm.com / Phone: (01) 287 2288

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Saturday 10th and Sunday 11thSaturday 17th and Sunday 18th

2 - 4 OClock

HAPPY CHRISTMAS

Passionate about plants

Christmas Trees &Christmas Shop

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Free small present for each child

SAy IT WITH CHoColATE THIS CHRISTmAS!!!For that wonderful gift idea this Christmas, the Chocolate Garden of Ireland is the place to go. From chocolate stilettos and CDs, to gift baskets with wine, and stocking fillers colourful lollipops and hot chocolate swirl sticks, theres lots to choose from. Theres even a chocolate golf set for the golfing enthusiast in your life! If you want to put your own hamper together, it can be put together for you for collection later. A gift from the Chocolate Garden of Ireland is guaranteed to please that special person in your life.

Its a lovely experience to visit the fabulous caf, ice cream parlour and new outdoor childrens play area. To make your Christ-mas really special this year, why not try out the chocolate workshop where you will learn how chocolate is made, enjoy tastings and make and decorate your own chocolate

Santa to bring home with you. More details can be found on www.chocolategarden.ie or Tel.059 6481999. If youre not availing of a full workshop, you may enjoy the hands-on work with chocolate any weekday at The Chocolate Garden of Ire-land. The business has scooped a number of rewards for both its ice cream and chocolate products this year and is currently nominated for two awards which are the Good Food Ireland Come and See Food Producer of the Year and the Good Food Ireland Most Innovative Award.

The company works closely with its neighbours Rath-wood Home and Garden World and Woodlands Falconry so theres lots to do in the area.

More information on www.fundaysout.ie To book a chocolate workshop or to find out more about our hampers, see our web: www.chocolategarden.ie or tel: 059 648 1999.

AUNTy NEllIES SWEET SHoP GREySToNES

Aunty Nellies Sweet Shop have great gift ideas and stocking fillers in store this Christmas to suit all budgets.

We have hampers,sweet buckets, gift boxes and Christmas bags all filled by us and can be customised by yourself to suit your price and needs.

We also have lovely large and small empty clipper jars that can be filled with your favou-rite sweets. If you need something for a larger event we can help with lots of different ideas.

hidden in-store this christmas. find them and win some sweetastic prizes for the holidays

Just call into the shop! email [email protected] or call Alan on 087 120 6846

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Christmas at Powerscourt

Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Santas on his way...

Visit Santa at Avoca, Powerscourt, from 26th November to23rd December. See our website for dates and times

www.powerscourt.ie/events

Visit Powerscourt StablesSee Santas Deer plus lots of other animals including the very

cute miniature donkeys!

Taras Palace has to be seen to be believed! Taras Palace hasgreat activities for kids including festive face-painting, a

Christmas quiz and a childrens interactive room.www.taraspalace.ie

Visit www.powerscourt.ie/events for more great events at Powerscourt.We look forward to seeing you soon!


This Christmas Wicklow Gaol has created a magical Victorian world of wonder that children will never forget. A spectacular old-world Christmas market with over 30 artisan food, craft and other unique seasonal stalls make the experience an unforgettable day out for the whole family. A new state of the art timing system will ensure minimum waiting time for visitors to Santa.

Visitors to Santa will embark on an unforgettable interactive journey through a Victorian Christmas streetscape with enchanting surprises behind every characteristic window, spellbinding Dick-ensian storytelling and other activities before arriving in Santas magical cavern for a very special gift.

No era in history has influenced the way in which we celebrate Christmas, quite as much as the Victorian era. This was the time

A VICToRIAN CHRISTmAS AT WICkloWS HISToRIC GAol

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when the Christmas tree and the Christmas card became popular; when the Christmas cracker was invented and when the joy of giving Christmas gifts took off. This was when Charles Dickens wrote one the most famous Christmas tales ever - A Christmas Carol.

Wicklow Gaol has embraced the splendour of this era to create a world that will enchant children of all ages. Victorian ladies in fabu-lous period gowns will welcome the little ones and bring them on an unforgettable journey through the 3000 sq ft Victorian Streetscape with interactive surprises at every corner.

Let them gaze in awe at the splendid streetscapes, characteristic fountains, feature lamps and breath-taking shop windows.

Amazement will take over as they sit in a circle of wonder to hear a Victorian storyteller narrate traditional Christmas tales. They will learn how to make their very own Victorian Christmas cards and marvel at the enchanting scenes that lie behind every characteristic window frame as they make their way to Santas magical cavern

Santa Claus will welcome each and every child to Santas Magical Cavern where they will receive a very special gift.

SANTAS GRoTToSantas magical grotto will be open from 5-8pm every Friday, Satur-day and Sunday up until Christmas and on extra dates by appoint-ment and during Christmas week.

For further details or book call Tara on 0404 66433 or visit www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com. Price for Victorian Christmas Santa experience: 12 per child (up to 2 accompanying adults go free). Tel: 0404 61599. Web: www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com

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Christmas at Powerscourt

Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Santas on his way...

Visit Santa at Avoca, Powerscourt, from 26th November to23rd December. See our website for dates and times

www.powerscourt.ie/events

Visit Powerscourt StablesSee Santas Deer plus lots of other animals including the very

cute miniature donkeys!

Taras Palace has to be seen to be believed! Taras Palace hasgreat activities for kids including festive face-painting, a

Christmas quiz and a childrens interactive room.www.taraspalace.ie

Visit www.powerscourt.ie/events for more great events at Powerscourt.We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Fishers of Newtownmountkennedy, one of Wicklows finest clothes stores, have introduced an exciting shopping experience with a newly created Retail Hub. Fishers have invited other successful businesses to join them, and The Buttery Caf, Beds of a Feather, Ryle + Com-pany Interior Designers and Anne Gregory Designs now also participate in this brand new and exciting Retail Hub in Wicklow. Open 7 Days its perfect for a day out to pick up some essential presents for your loved ones and much more importantly for you!

Simply visit their website www.fishers.ie or call 01 2819404

THE BUTTERy CAFThe Buttery Caf is run by Claire OBrien, a Ballymaloe trained-chef whose sublime cooking has earned her two prestigious awards from Georgina Campbell and The Bridgestone Guide.

The Buttery Cafe is perfect for a leisurely breakfast, coffee and chat

with friends, or just as a break from the kitchen. It offers rustic, hearty cuisine with a modern twist. Regulars flock far and wide for The Cullen Skink, a family recipe of haddock and potato chowder. The cozy surroundings make you feel at home and are further enhanced by the warm hospitality.

The Buttery Caf. Tel:01-281 2892

Anne Gregory Design is a one-stop-shop for bridal parties and the party-goer. Her award winning bridal designs have made the Cottage at Fishers a must on any bride-to-bes list. Her bespoke pieces are crafted to compliment the wearer perfectly. Anne also provides bridesmaid dresses and formal wear for the groom and grooms-men.

Tel: 01-2011748. www.annegregorydesign.com

Established in 2003 by Sharon Ryle, Ryle + Company Interiors/Design, suppliers of exquisite furnishing, fabrics and wallpapers, provide many services in helping you to choose the perfect look. Their qualified interior designers are on hand to advise you, and offer a free callout service to local houses to give advice on designing your home or premises. They stock some of the most beautiful paints and wallpapers from Farrow and Ball and Colefax amongst other top names. Their furniture and accessories will make any house a home.

Ryle +Company 01-2819166 or [email protected] www.ryleandcompany.ie

Beds of a Feather are Irelands only allergy and asthma-safe feather and down specialists. We are proactive concerning the health aspects of our products, said Freda Kavanagh, Partner. Established in 2000, Beds of a Feather offer quality duvets, pillows& accessories. Our down duvets are guaranteed for 10 years and have a lifetime of 25-30 years if laundered regularly, says Freda.

Beds of a Feather also stock beautiful Silk Pil-lowcases revered in the cosmetic world for their assistance in keeping your face wrinkle-free and preventing bed hair.

Tel: 01-2810484 or visit www.bedsofafeather.com

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New Year Opening Times

Santa Coming17th December

2 - 5pm

Powers of Rathnew

Christmas Eve 6am 8pmChristmas Day 9am 3pmSt Stephens Day 8am 8pm

Tuesday 27th 7am 10pmWednesday 28th 7am 10pmThursday 29th 7am 10pm

Friday 30th Dec 7am 10pmNew Years Eve 7am 10pmNew Years Day 8am 8pmMonday 2nd 8am 8pm

Tuesday 3rd 7am 10pmWednesday 4th 7am 10pmThursday 5th 7am 10pm

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Cadbury/Mars/Nestle Medium Selection Box Range (See Instore for Details)

Winding Road Reserve Merlot/Chardonnay was 13.99now 6.49

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Budweiser Bottle Pack 20 x 300ml

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Heineken Bottle Pack 20 x 330ml

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Opening Hours This Christmas


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iPhone Jelly Skin 5

iPhone Pattern Case 7

Available from Dunnes Stores

Hooded Top24 From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Bath gift set 12.99 / RRP 22.99 From TK Maxx

Bridgewater Shopping Centre

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Clarins Sets from 20

New Valentino 54

Lancome Christmas Gifts from 50.50

Armani Christmas Gifts from 55

Prada Candy Gift Set 74

Chanel from 55

Available from

Butlers Medical Hall, Abbey Street, Wicklow.

Tel: 0404-67355


Reindeer Night Robe 34 Stripe All in One 26 Fairisle Slipper Boots 23 From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

adidas Originals Collage Firebird 63 Available from Lifesty

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Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Nike Air Max 90 Ladies 115 Available from Lifesty

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Nike Dart 9 Ladies 50 Available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Converse Midi 60 Available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

fi nd your last minute gifts & gift vouchers at

nail lounge & beauty suite

book now for xmas week & new years and buy vouchers online at www.annaschu.ie

6 market court town hall bray

01 2828422


giftideas Bejewelled Large Cosmetics Vanity Case 44 from Littlewoods Ireland www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Ankle Socks (set of 2)

8 From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Fairisle Sleep Boots 23 From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

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Any 3 for 59 Shellac Manicure

Shellac Pedicure

Make-up

Full Body St Tropez Spray Tan

Occasional Lashes

51a Main StreetBray, Co WicklowTel: 01-2768858


BaByliss Pro Ceramic

12-in-1 Styler 37

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Fab pink GHD set 155 Available from View Hair & Beauty, Rathnew Co Wicklow Tel:0404-61488

New Gold Series from 129 Available from View Hair & Beauty, Rathnew Co Wicklow Tel:0404-61488

Friends - Complete Series 1-10 DVD 114 from Littlewoods Ireland www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Guess White Prism Watch 169 from Littlewoods Ireland www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Wii Fit Plus 89.99

Available from Smyths Toys

Tealights 5


Betty Boop: Bottle Opener 5 Umbrella 10 Mug 5 Clock 7 Available from Dunnes Stores

Jamie Oliver 30 Minute Meals Available from Easons & Dubray

Oil of Olay Regenerist Available from

Boots

Masterchef Bible Available from Easons & Dubray

Essence Makeup


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Ferrero Rocher Available from Tesco Supermarkets


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for himRemington Professional 10-in-1 Groomer PG520 40

From Littlewoods Ireland, www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Ralph Lauren Sets from 48

Yves Saint Laurent Sets from 57

Available from Butlers Medical Hall, Abbey Street, Wicklow.

Tel: 0404-67355

Leather Washbag 30 Available from Du

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Seiko WatchesAvailable from John Swan

Jewellers,



Playstation 3 160GB Was 299.99 Now 249.99 Save 64+ with Great Deals! Available from Smyths Toys.

Assassins Creed Revelations 49.99 Available from Smyths Toys.

MP3 Docking Stationfrom 12.99 to 79.99 From TK Maxx Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Giant Trance X4 1449The full suspension Giant Trance X4 is MBR magazines 2011 bike of the year that was awarded due to the superb suspen-sion performance and component spec. With 125mm of plush suspension it can fly downhill as well as burn the uphills Available from Cycle Plus, Church Road, Greystones. Telephone: 01-2871504

Seiko WatchesAvailable from John Swan

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New Island

Cotton Shirt50 Available from

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Diesel Mens Hat

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TRACK ONE MUSIC HI FI STOREThe ult imate shopping exper ience in wicklow

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INSTRUMENTS: guitars, banjos, bodhrans, keyboards, ukeles

ACCESSORIES: earphones, all cables, guitar strings, straps, picks, capos, posters, house phones, aerials

CD/DVD: selection in stock including irish and chart

Mens Wallet & Belt Gift SetWas 34.99 RRP 59.99 From TK Maxx Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Ireland Home Jersey 60 available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Nike Mercurial Miracle CR7 110available from Lifestyle S

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Hip Flask25 Available from Dunnes Stores

Leather Belt18 Available from Dunnes Stores

Hi Vis Ball 18 Available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Xbox 360 Wireless Controller 39.99 Available from Smyths Toys

adidas Originals Hoodie 70 available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Ireland Home Jersey 60 available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Nike Ruckus Low 65Nike Elite Si 65available from Lifestyle Sports, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

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Playstation 3 Wireless Controller 1 9.99 Available from Smyths Toys

Fairisle glove 7Fairisle scarf 10Available from Dunnes Stores

Gillette Fusion

Proglide Available from Supermarkets


giftideas ChristmasGIFT GUIDEfor kids

Kids book sets

from 16.99 / RRP 59.99

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Giant XTC Junior Lite 229Available in 20 or 24-inch wheels, the XTC Jr is perfect for getting young trail riders stoked about riding dirt Available from Cycle Plus, Church Road, Greystones. Telephone: 01-2871504

Claude Butler Aspect 195The Aspect features a mountain-bike style step through frame, 24 inch wheels and 18 speed Shimano revo-shift gears. The colour coordinated green cables top off the sleek styling on this bike. Available from Cycle Plus, Church Road, Greystones. Telephone: 01-2871504

Lego City

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LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon 164 Available from Littlewoods Ireland, www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Justin Bieber Backstage Pass Board Game 17.99 Justins got a special message for you. Be the first BACKSTAGE before your friends beat you there! Prove you got the lowdown on Justins life and his music. Correctly answer the ques-tions as you race through the concert hall. Justins secret message is waiting for you backstage. Fast and fun, Justins trivia will keep you and your friends guessing to see whos the biggest fan. Ages 8+ Available from Smiths Toys - Carrick Mines / Bray


Monster High Dolls 18.99Draculaura, Clawdeen Wolf, Frankie Stein, Lagoona Blue, Ghoulia Yelps, Cleo de Nile, and Holt Hyde are the coolest ghouls in school with their fashions and accessories! Theres two more ghouls at Mon-ster High- Abbey Bominable and Spectra Vonder-geist who are both makeing a scary good impres-sion! Each doll includes an updated fashion, doll stand, diary and accessory. Each sold separately Available from Smiths Toys - Bray

Leapfrog Leappad 89.99Leappad Explorer Learning Experience is a multifunctional learning tablet featur-ing the next generation of gaming, digital reading and creativity. Durable design and high res graphics on a 5 touch screen with stylus. Curriculum teaches reading, mathematics, science, geogra-phy, art music language and culture skills. Batteries required. Ages 4 9 Available from Smiths Toys - Bray

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The Christmas countdown has began and in our home I am certainly reminded everyday of how many sleeps are left!

The nights are getting cooler and dark-ness is here much earlier but I love the clear crispness of the evening air and especially the Christmas twinkle lights as we walk up to the cookery school for an evening class.

When I receive my first Christmas card in the door (I have a friend who lives abroad and she posts hers early!) I know that this is time to get moving and orga-nized have your recipes ready to hand in a folder. Write out the shopping list well in advance and even shop on line it is much easier and stress free! Create a kitchen work list for Christmas day. There are recipes that will freeze well allowing you to enjoy family time during the festive days.

Enjoy the recipe. Thank you for all your support and kindness during the years.

Best wishes to you all and a very Merry Christmas.

Catherine FulvioBallyknocken House & Cookery School

SmokED SAlmoN, WINTER SAlAD AND CREAm CHEESE BRUSCHETTASERVES 6This recipe is so easy of assembly on Christmas Day. Instead of smoked salmon I sometimes prefer the delicate flavour of Irish smoked trout.

6 large slices smoked salmon1 large lemon4 tsp honeyPinch salt, or to tastePinch black pepper, or to taste150ml olive oil

12 (2cm thick) slices of ciabatta, sliced diagonally1 large garlic clove, halved crosswise

150g winter salad (your favourite salad leaves)

100g cream cheese

Additional olive oil

Remove zest from lemons in large strips with vegetable peeler and cut any white pith from strips with a sharp knife. Cut the zest into very thin strips (julienne) and blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and pat dry.To make the dressing, squeeze enough juice from lemons to measure 6 table-spoons. Whisk together lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper, then add 150ml olive oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.To toast the ciabatta, prepare the grill. Brush both sides of bread slices with remaining olive oil. When the grill is hot, toast bread on lightly oiled grill rack, turn-ing once, until golden, about 3 minutes total. Immediately rub 1 side of each slice with garlic.When ready to serve, toss the salad with half of the lemon zest and enough dressing to coat. Put one toast on each salad plate and spoon some of the remaining dressing over each. Spread some of the cream cheese on top and a twist of smoked salmon, fol-lowed by salad. Repeat with a second toast, some salad and a twist of smoked salmon. Garnish with the remaining lemon zest.

Tip: Add slices of mango and pome-granate seeds for the top.

GlAzED CIDER TURkEy WITH APPlE, SAUSAGE AND FRESH THymE STUFFING SERVES 6-8A Guideline for roasting: The oven temperature should be around 190oC / Gas 5. Allow 20 minutes per every 500g and an extra 20 minutes at the end. If the turkey is stuffed, weigh it after stuffing to calculate the cooking time.

I find that my meat thermometer is one of the most useful gadgets. Insert the meat thermometer in the thickest part of the meat, taking care not to touch a bone (as bone con-ducts heat and will register a higher reading). When the thermometer reads in excess of 74 C, then the meat is ready.

To keep the turkey moist: baste with pan juices over every 30 minutes of cooking

Christmas in the Country time. If the breast is browning too much, place streaky bacon slices on the top or use parchment paper, brush this with butter so it does not stick to the turkey. I usually turn the turkey breast side down for the last hour of cooking. This can be a bit tricky because everything is so hot, but the results are worth it. The breast of the turkey will lie in its own cooking juices and will therefore be lovely and moist.

1 x 6kg turkey (neck and gizzard reserved) For the glaze: 600ml cider; 125g butter

Gravy: 6 tbsp flour; 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped; 60ml brandy; 60ml double cream

Preheat the oven to 180C / Gas 4. Dry the neck cavity of the turkey and stuff gently with the stuffing. Place the turkey in roasting dish, tucking the wings under and loosely tying the legs together.Melt the butter and cider in a saucepan and add to the roasting pan with the turkey.Weigh the turkey with the stuffing inside (if possible otherwise, take a good guess at the weight of the stuffing and add to the weight of the turkey to reach the total weight of the turkey)When roasting the turkey, allow 20 min-utes per 500g and an additional 20 min-utes. Roast the turkey, basting regularly. If the turkey is browning strongly on top, cover with foil. The turkey is cooked when a meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 74C. Add water to the roasting dish from time to time, if it ap-pears that the base is burning. When ready, transfer the turkey to a serving plate and cover with foil. Let it stand for 30 minutes. For the gravy: Pour the juices from the roasting dish into large measuring cup (or mais grais). Spoon off the fat, reserving 6 tablespoons of fat and degreased juices. Pour 2 cups of water onto the roasting tray and bring to the boil, scraping up the brown bits. Combine the flour, thyme and reserved 3 tablespoons of fat in a saucepan. Stir over a medium heat for 1 minute.


Catherine FulviosBallyknocken House & Cookery Schooll

Christmas Gift Vouchers from 50

Victorian farmhouse & award-winning cookery school

Variety of short breaks & accommodation from 59pps

Weekend Cookery Classes from 115pp

Childrens Cookery Classes from 39

Catherine Fulvios Cookbooksavailable at:

www.ballyknocken.com

Tel: 0404 44627Ballyknocken House &

Cookery Schooll

Glenealy, Ashford, Co. Wicklow

www.ballllyknocken.com

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Whisk in all the juices Add the brandy and cream and boil until the gravy thickens slightly, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper. Strain into a sauceboat. Serve.

APPlE, SAUSAGE AND FRESH THymE STUFFINGSERVES 6-8Make sure you prepare sufficient stuffing as no matter in what form or shape it comes all families just love it.

175g sliced bread with crust, made into breadcrumbs

250g medium spicy sausage meat (cas-ing removed)

2 red onions, chopped2 celery stalks, finely chopped

2tbsp butter

250g red apples, unpeeled, cored, cubed

4 tbsp dried cranberriesA generous handful of fresh thyme100ml chicken stockChop the thyme. Saut the sausage meat in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking into pieces with spoon. Allow around 15 min-utes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to the bowl and add the breadcrumbs.Add the chopped onions and celery to the frying pan and saut until golden brown. Then transfer to the bowl. Melt the butter in frying pan over medium heat. Add the apples and saut until tender. This will take around 5 minutes. Mix the apples and cranberries into the stuffing. Add the thyme and season with salt and pepper. Butter a lasagne baking dish. Stuff the neck end of the turkey. Put the remaining stuffing into the baking dish and drizzle with the chicken stock. Cover with foil.Preheat the oven to 180C / Gas 4. Cover the stuffing. Bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake until the stuffing is beginning to brown.

Tip: Add sage instead of the thyme and thin slices of chorizo.

CHRISTmAS ICE CREAm TER-RINE WITH CRANBERRy AND CoINTREAU SAUCESERVES 6 - 8 What makes this recipe so versatile it can be tailored made to suit you and your families taste. Blueberries or cherries can replace the cranberries and white chocolate chips work very well. For a great flavour, pour hot, melted dark chocolate from the terrine.

1500ml vanilla ice cream, softened

100g chocolate drops

75g dried cranberries

2 tbsp orange juice

2 tbsp cointreau

2 tbsp candied pineapple, finely diced

1 tbsp orange zest

For the Cranberry Syrup 75g brown sugar

2 tbsp Cointreau

100g frozen cranberries

60ml waterOil a 2lb loaf tin and line with plastic wrap.Place the cranberries in a saucepan with the orange juice and simmer for 5 minutes. Allow to cool. Beat the ice cream lightly and stir in the chocolate drops, orange zest, cointreau, cranberries and candied pineapple. Spoon the mixture into the loaf tin and freeze overnight. Allow 20 minutes for the ice cream to soften before serving. To make the sauce, heat the sugar and water in a heavy saucepan until the sugar has dissolved and simmer for 7 8 minutes, to form a syrup. Add the cointreau and cranberries and boil until the cranberries pop but still hold their shape. Sieve the sauce if you dont like the seeds and add a few more whole cranber-ries for decorating on top.To serve, unmould the ice cream onto a rectangle serving plate and remove the plastic wrap.Gently pour over the sauce, leaving a few cranberries for the top. Serve immediately

Once you know how many guests you have coming for Christmas lunch. Its time to get started on the list. Believe it or not, Christmas day doesnt have to be full of the headaches that most of us groan over, it isnt only about the kids and their presents! With a little careful planning and preparation, you can make sure your Christmas Day is one to remember.

GETTING STARTEDRegardless of your guest list, youll want your house looking its very best throughout the festive season. December is an ideal time to snap up some bargains for every room in your home, particularly when it comes to glass wear and dinner services. Theres nothing worse than setting the table only to realise someone will have to drink from one of the childrens plastic glasses! Avoid potential dining disasters.

All the TrimmingslIGHT IT UPWe think the best thing about Christmas is the decorations...and the more, the merrier! Tree decorations have really come down in price in recent years and from 1st December on, it seems that practically every shop in town is stocking them. Our favourites can be found at Heatons, Dunnes Stores & Woodies DIY. If youre planning on going all out this year, then why not consider lighting up your exterior? The house will look amazing and the kids will be delighted with them-selves! Littlewoods Ireland are also hard to beat when it comes to outdoor decorations, check out their extensive Range on www.littlewoodsireland.ie

BUyING loCAlYour local butcher will prove an invaluable friend at this time of year. Providing locally sourced, fully traceable meat and poultry, your local butcher is happy to dish up hints and tips about storing, preparing and cooking everything from the tastiest of sausages for Christmas morning to the actual main event itself, the turkey. Dont forget your local farmers market too at this time of year, visit them for the freshest of vegetables as well as a wide array of jams, chutneys and sweet treats that will keep all the family satisfied throughout the Christmas season.

Dont forget, once you have made your food list made (and a timing plan laid out) pin it to the fridge where it will act as a reminder for you until everything is ready to be served. It can be hard to remember what time the carrots went on when youve had a glass of wine or two, so stick the list somewhere youll see it throughout the day.

Keep a pen nearby and cross everything off as it gets organised. And dont forget to enjoy yourself, Christmas is for grown-ups too...


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christmastime

GET READy ToSparkle!C hristmas is nearly here which means parties, Parties, parties! If youve yet to pick up your all important dres fro the christmas do, check out the most up to date looks from our absolutely favourite, high street shops. Weve also included fab accessories and killer heels for the most perfect party look,

Happy shopping!


fashionforher

Snake Effect Courts 51From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Snake Effect Wedges 49From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Peep Toe Shoes 46From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Satin Sandals 54From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Fish Tail Bandeau Dress 84.50Ribbon Ladies Boutique, Bridge St, Wicklow

Corsage Drape Dress 84.50Ribbon Ladies Boutique, Bridge St, Wicklow

Black Sash and Shoulder Dress 84.50Ribbon Ladies Boutique, Bridge St, Wicklow

One Shoulder Embellished Drape Dress 84.50Ribbon Ladies Boutique, Bridge St, Wicklow

Scalloped Beaded Top 50Ribbon Ladies Boutique, Bridge St, Wicklow

FA B A C C E S S o R I E S


Black Sequin Detail Dress 65 A-Wear Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Teatro One Shoulder Satin Dress 82 Available from Littlewoods Ireland, littlewoodsireland.ie

Snake Effect Courts 51From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

These Glitter Shoes 45From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Jewel Necklace 22From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Jewel Necklace 19From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Picture frame Ring 7.99From New Look Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Chandelier Earings 10From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Vila New Carlina Chiffon Dress 69 Available from Littlewoods Ireland, littlewoodsireland.ie

Pink Corsage Detail Dress 55 A-Wear Bridgewater Shopping Centre

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THE

DAy oF THE yEARLoveliest C hristmas day is all about relaxing and enjoying ouselves once the din-ner is served, of course! We all want to look our best on christmas day yet its good to pick up something thats comforteable to wear, and will still look good and feel great at the end of the day.

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Tunic 74, Jeggins 46.95Available from Klasse Boutique, Fitzwilliam Square, Wicklow Town Tel: 0404-69356

Caitlin - Check coat 79.99, Floral dress 34.99, Hat 6.99. Holly - Trench coat 79.99, Polka dot dress 32.99, Tights 7.99. Yulia - Hat 9.99, Coat 59.99, Button-up dress 34.99. Sapphire - Faux fur cape 59.99, Hummingbird print dress 32.99. Sophie - Hat 6.99, Block colour coat 59.99, Tea dress 34.99. Available from New Look, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Daria Lace Detail Topfrom River Island, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

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Lace Dress 86From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Lace Dress 86From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Floral Print Dress 55, Cross Strap Shoes 40from Dunnes Stores, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Ponti Beaded Dress 45from Dunnes Stores, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Belted Cardigan 40from Dunnes Stores, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Fearne Cotton Metallic Printed Shift Dress 119Available from www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Love Label Bell Sleeve Sequin Dress 114Available from www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Teatro Jacquard Prom Dress 94Available from www.littlewoodsireland.ie

Cloche Hat 27 Cocoon Coat 86 Fringe Boots 109Available from Next, Bridgewater SC, Arklow

Patchwork Coat 145, Skirt 55 Available from Klasse Boutique, Fitzwilliam Square, Wicklow Town Tel: 0404-69356

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Peruzzi range now in stock, sizes 10 18

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Stockists of mens and womens fashion, gifts and accessories, Fishers has been going strong for over 30 years, blossoming from a small country clothes store to a large destina-tion shop, with a gorgeous ladies boutique alongside a stunning mens shop.

Featured recently on Nationwide and Xpose, Simon & Jane

Harrison started Fishers in 1979, and the family business is now run by the next generation Becci and Charlie. We have wonderful customers and we take a real inter-est in what they want, says Becci, We recognize people are looking for better value but weve ensured not

to compromise on the quality thats expected at Fishersand Fishers list of brands proves this point perfectly.

Their ranges cover all bases from smart and formal wear for that special occasion to the most stylish everyday wear. Jack Murphy, Brook Taverner, Bruhl, Oakman and Eterna for the men sit comfortably alongside Olsen, Steilmann, Ness, Michele Trousers, Gardeur and Jules in the ladies boutique, not to men-

tion the new Dubarry Lifestyle Clothing new Shop-in-Shop (the first to open in Ireland).

Fishers have also introduced a free per-sonal style consultation and shopping service to help you make the right choice. Simply visit their website www.fishers.ie or call 01 2819404 to book your appointment.

Tel: 01 2819404 | www.fishers.ie

Tia Dresses perfect for the Christmas Party Season!DRESSES STARTING FRom 179 & ToPS STARTING FRom 89


Whether yout are on a budget

this christmas or you are lucky

enough to be able to plash out,

we have put together a couple

of outfits that could give you

some cool ideas when it comes

to shopping for yourself this

christmas.

Fairisle Zip Through 22, Gilet 15, Y-Neck Tee 10, Fairisle Scarf 7, Jeans 22 Available from Dunnes Stores

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Graphic Tee 12Available from

Dunnes Stores

Football Button

Jumper 25Available from

Dunnes Stores

Fairisle Hoody 22Available from Dunnes Stores

Black 4 Pocket

Military Jacket 45Available from P

enneys

Cotton borg

lined parka 36Available from P

enneys

Jersey Nepp Hoody 25Available from Penneys

Funnel Jumper 22 Belted Jeans 25 Roll Sleeve Top 15Available from Dunnes Stores

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fashionforkids

Make sure your little ones and not so little ones are warm, comfortable and utterly gorgeous on christmas day; whether theyre opening their presents from santa, or heading out to visit relatives.

Pyjama top (part of set) from 11, Tutu from 59, Chimp Pyjamas (set of 2) from 23, Penguin pyjamas (set of 2) 19, Stock-ing 6.50, Santa sack 13From Next Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Boys Padded Gilet & Chec Shirt with DenimsAvailable from Heatons Wicklow Town

Fairaisle Hat, Glove & Scarf SetAvailable from Heatons Wicklow Town


Jersey Dress 35

Hat & Glove Set 16.95

Polo Shirt - 25 Jeans - 25 Check Shirt

19.95

Quilted Coat

69.95

Krazy KidsChildrens Boutique, Meridian Centre GrystonesTel: 01-2871713www.krazykidsclothing.ie

Hooded Dress - 29.95

Tank Top - 25 Shirt - 19.95 Trousers - 19.95

Left: Button Coat 26, Right: Fur Jacket 25, Tutu Skirt 14Available from Dunnes Stores

Left- Right: Peacoat 20, Rib Rollneck 4, Fairisle Skirt 10, Legwarmers 5, Exposed Zip 20. Gillet 9, Print Top 5, Cuffed Jean 14, Lace Boot 16. Longline Cardi 18, Stripe Bow Top 7, Coloured Skinny 14, Frill Worker Boot 16Available from Dunnes Stores

Santa Suit10 and Mrs Claus Dress 10Available from Dunnes Stores, Bridgewater SC, Arklow.

Christmas Walk in sleeper 10 Available from Dunnes

Stores, Bridgewater SC,

Arklow.

Fairaisle Hat, Glove & Scarf SetAvailable from Heatons Wicklow Town

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christmasdining


The Festive Season is finally upon us and when it comes the inevitable array of Christmas festivities; staff dinners and parties, friends meeting up for their an-nual Christmas lunch and families who choose to go out for Christmas dinner instead of enduring the hardship of preparing the perfect Christmas dinner themselves! With that in mind, we have studied cafes, restaurants and hotels the length and breadth of the county in order to help you to choose the perfect establishment in which to enjoy all that the festive season has to offer when enjoying the celebrations with colleagues, friends or loved ones.

A Taste Of Christmas

The iconic Roundwood Inn is situat-ed right in the heart of Roundwood, one of the highest villages in Ire-land. The unique building construct-ed in 1622 was originally a coach inn and today has both spacious bar and restaurant areas. Jrgen and Aine Schwalm have owned and run the inn since 1966 and pride themselves on their good value home-produced dishes.

There is a strong emphasis on sea-sonal food on the la carte restau-rant menu and, depending on the season, any of the following might

be available to experience: veni-son, pheasant, Hungarian goulash, lobster or oysters. All produce is sourced in Ireland with the lamb and beef being bought locally in Gerry Kavanagh Butchers in Round-wood village.

In addition to the restaurant there is also a full award-winning bar menu available to enjoy in the atmospheric seventeenth century surroundings that include a traditional log fire that is constantly on the go. The

Roundwood Inn is open seven days a week from 12pm for lunch and the restaurant menu is available from 7:30pm-9pm. The restaurant is also open for Sunday lunch with tra-ditional roast lamb and pork dishes on the menu. All dishes are extreme-ly popular with visitors but there is also a strong local trade and there has been for over forty years that Jrgen and Aine are particularly proud of.

For further information and to book call 01 281 8107.

Roundwood Inn

51 Main St, Bray (beside Credit Union)For reservations call: 01 281 3810

Email: [email protected]

We are open 7 days a week Lunch from 12.00 till 3pm

A La Carte and Earlybird from 5pm till late

STARTERS

Homemade Vegetable Soup Served with a selection of breads

Salmon Rolled Rolled Smoked Salmon with cream cheese,

fresh chives & shallots served with fresh capers, red onion and lime dressing

Chicken Liver Pate Chicken liver & brandy pate served with

melba toast and cranberry coulis on a bed of salad

Melon Fan Melon and parma ham served with sweet

plum sauce

Prawn Cocktail Avocado Avocado and shrimp with homemade

Marie Rose sauce

MAIN COURSE

Turkey and Ham Traditional roast turkey, honey roasted

ham and homemade stuffing

Grilled Seabass Sea Bass Fillet, crayfish tails and black

olive dill salsa

Sirloin Steak Hereford 8oz steak with saut onions &mushrooms and peppercorn sauce

Vegetarian Risotto Risotto with asparagus and wild

mushrooms topped with rocket and parmesan cheese salad

Penne Chorizo Penne pasta, spicy chorizo, diced onions &

peas in cream and wine sauce

DESSERT

Christmas pudding with brandy sauce

Chocolate orange tart with forest berry coulis

Tiramisu

******************* Coffee and mince pies

No Service charge

christmasdining


A Taste Of Christmas Christmas Dinner Menu 26.00

Christmas Dinner MenuTuesday to Sunday from 5pm. 2 Course 23.95 3 Course 27.95

Sweet potato soup with chorizoServed with freshly baked bread

Homemade Duck Liver Pate served with toasted bread and a home-made chutney

Corn fed Spiced Chicken WingsServed with a blue cheese dip

Crispy Pork Belly Saladwith granny smith apple and hazelnuts

Roast Loin of VenisonServed with celeriac puree, fine beans and thyme jus

Fettuccini AmatricianaDiced smoked bacon, onion and a pinch of chilli with fettuccini pasta tossed through a tomato and fresh herb sauce

Daily Fresh Fish SpecialPlease ask your server for todays option

Corn fed Chicken supremeWith porcini mushroom risotto

Vegetarian MoussakaWith puy lentils between layers of char grilled a bergine, sliced potato, tomato and herbs and white sauce served with garlic bread or a side salad

Crme BruleeSet vanilla cream topped with crisp car-amel and served with a berry compote

Chocolate Cloud cakeFlourless chocolate cake with whipped cream and raspberry compote

Selection of Ice creamServed with your choice of a mixed berry compote or chocolate sauce

Sticky Toffee PuddingServed with vanilla ice cream

A 10% service charge will apply on parties of 6 or more

Vino PastaChurch Road, Greystones, Co Wicklow Phon: (01) 2874807

McGills Pub

at The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt

Telephone 01 274 8888

www.ritzcarlton.com/ powerscourt

Located in the heart of The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt with its own private entrance, McGills Pub is fast becoming the Number 1 Hostelry in North Wicklow. McGills invites the neighboring community to explore

and enjoy fantastic food made with local ingredients, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, cosy fires and a fine selection of wines, beers and spirits. This season, McGills is delighted to offer:

LivemusiceveryFridaynight.

St.StephensDayRacingwith5Eurocharitablebets

SpecialChristmasMenuthroughouttheseasoninadditiontoourclassicfavoritessuchasHowthHarbourSeafoodChowder,GuinnessBeefStewandthequintessentialIrishBeefBurger.

ChristmasCocktailsincludingTheRitz-CarltonWinterWonderland,ChristmasMist&CandyCane

MarshmallowRoastingoverthefireplace

TableQuizeveryThursdayNight

ComplimentaryshuttlebustoandfromEnniskerryVillage

Special Christmas Menu at McGills: Turkey,Ham,CranberrySauce 14.50

andStuffingSandwich;Christmaspudding

TraditionalChristmasDinner 24.00 (Turkey,Ham,Stuffing,Potatoes,CranberrySauce,BrusselsSprouts);Christmaspudding

TraditionalBakedHam,Potatoes, 24.00 Gravy;Christmaspudding

TraditionalChristmasPudding 9.00

christmasdining


Warming Winter SoupFresh homemade soup of selected field mush-rooms, sauteed in butter, finely diced onions and then cooked out in vegetable stock and finished with cream and diced truffle

Foxs Prawn CocktailDelicious prawns resting on a bed of crisp mixed lettuces and topped with our own seafood sauce

Fresh Duck PateThe delicate flavour of our duck liver pate is complimented with homemade red onion and balsamic vinegar reduction

(free range) Roast Wicklow Turkey with Limerick Cured HamHand carved succulent slices of local fare served with parsley sauce and chestnut stuffing, all finished with a rich red wine gravy

Roasted Salmon FilletFillet of Irish salmon, pan roasted and served with an orange and lemon velvet sauce, ac-companied with fresh seasonal vegetables and potatoes

Half Roasted Duckling with Champagne SauceSlow roasted duckling, topped with our unique champagne sauce garnished with grapes

Vegetarian OptionPlease ask your server

Traditional Plum PuddingWith heavy handed brandy butter

Chefs Eat nMessA lovely light dessert of sticky meringue, fresh berry coulis and cream all topped with straw-berry pieces

Homemade Fresh Apple PieThe pastry is granny Foxs recipe

Tea or Coffee 47.50 per person

Christmas Hooley Menu

47.50pp - 4 course plus full traditional show

Tel: 01-295 5647Email: [email protected]

www.jfp.ie

At Johnnie Foxs we do not apply service charge

christmasdining


STARTERSRoastedCountryVegetableSoupwith

parsleycream Served with homemade brown bread

MarinatedWaterMelonpineapplegraniteServed on toasted granary bread & Cumberland sauce

WarmSaladofCranberry,Pear,PecannutsandBlueCheese

With an orange and rocket salad

GarlicMushroomsFilled with creamed cheese, garlic and chives, deep

fried in a light crispy batter

MAIN COURSESSlicedTurkeybreastwithhoneybaked

ham,sage&onionstuffing Celeriac mash and Turkey Gravy

NavarinofWicklowLambatraditionalFrenchCasserole

Served with a traditional champ

BakedWholeWicklowRainbowTrout Stuffed with wild mushroom moussiline with lemon

and caper butter

ConfitDuckLeg On braised cabbage with a rich fig jus

SupremeofcornfedIrishChicken Served with creamed leeks and clonakilty black pudding

TomatoandbasilrisottoAranciniMediterranean vegetables, red pepper emulsion

DESSERTSWarmAppleandBlackberrycrumble

served with vanilla ice cream

WarmChocolateBrownieserved with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream

WarmChristmaspuddingserved with brandy and vanilla Sabayon

BakedBaileysandcaramelcheesecake served with fresh cream

Warmcoconutricepuddingserved with mango and passion fruit compot

FestiveSherryTrifle

*******************

FreshlyBrewedTeaorCoffee/AfterDinnerMints

Christmas Menu 2 Course Dinner 18.95, 4 Course Dinner - 27.50

For Reservations Please Call: 0404-45157 or Email: [email protected] www.thewicklowheather.com

Transport can be arranged for groups

The Wicklow Heather Restaurant

The Wicklow Heather Restaurant

Davies South, Glencormac Business Park

(beside Avoca Handweavers)

Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow.

Phone: 01 2765689 Fax: 01 2765709

Email: [email protected] Web: www.davies.ie

Davies Ltd has been synonymous with quality Bathrooms and Sanitary ware since its formation in 1933. It has built a reputation over the last eight decades as Irelands leading

supplier of innovative bathing and showering equipment. On June 1st this year Davies completed renovation on their Kilmacanogue showroom situated beside Avoca Handweavers in Wicklow featuring displays from the worlds most innovative and creative designers and manufacturers.

The new showroom displays feature Wet room shower displays and enclosures, traditional and contemporary bathroom displays and the very latest in bathroom furniture and accessories. Our fully functioning Shower

display has the latest in Showering technology including

the new Mira Platinum Digital Shower. The less-abled

display demonstrates the possibilities of providing easy

accessibility without sacrificing on aesthetics. All leading manufacturers are featured, Kohler, Ideal Standard, Sottini,

Dansani, Twyfords, Roper Rhodes, BC Sanitan, Jacuzzi, Mira,

Grohe, Hansgrohe, Heritage, Flair, Merlyn, Geberit and

many more. A free design service is available which allows

customers see a virtual reality view of their selected

bathroom products and design. Opening hours are

9.30am 5.00pm Monday Friday and 9.30am 4.00pm

Saturday, but appointments can be made to view the

showroom outside these hours if required by contacting

Sean ONeill on 087 951 2569.

DaviesLtdhasbeensynonymouswith

quality Bathrooms and Sanitaryware

sinceitsformationin1933.Ithasbuilt

a reputation over the last eight

decadesasIrelandsleadingsupplierof

innovative bathing and showering

equipment. On June 1st this year

Daviescompleted renovationon their

Kilmacanogue showroom situated

besideAvocaHandweaversin

Wicklow featuring displays from the

worlds most innovative and creative

designersandmanufactures.

The new showroom displays feature

Wetroomshowerdisplaysand

enclosures,traditionaland

contemporary bathroom displays and

theverylatestinbathroom

furniture and accessories. Our fully

functioning Shower display has the

latestinShoweringtechnology

includingthenewMiraPlatinum

DigitalShower. The lessableddisplay

demonstratesthepossibilitiesof

providingeasyaccessibilitywithout

sacrificing on aesthetics. All leading

manufacturersarefeatured,Kohler,

IdealStandard,Sottini,Dansani,

Twyfords,Roper Rhodes,BC Sanitan,

Jacuzzi,Mira,Grohe,Hansgrohe,

Heritage, Flair, Merlyn, Geberit and

manymore. A free design service is

availablewhich allows customers see

a virtualrealityviewoftheirselected

bathroomproductsanddesign.Open

ing hours are 9.30am

5.00pm Monday Friday 9.30am

4.00pm Saturday but appointments

canbemade to view the showroom

outside these hours if required by

callingAnnMarie,FionaorSeanon01

2765689orbycontactingSeanONeill

on087951256.

DaviesSouth,GlencormacBusinessPark,(besideAvocaHandweavers)

Kilmacanogue,Co.Wicklow.Phone:012765689Fax:012765709

Email:[email protected]:www.davies.ie

ToViewtheUltimateBathroomandShowerExperience,,visitDaviesSouth.

QualityBathroomsSince1933

DaviesLtdhasbeensynonymouswith

quality Bathrooms and Sanitaryware

sinceitsformationin1933.Ithasbuilt

a reputation over the last eight

decadesasIrelandsleadingsupplierof

innovative bathing and showering

equipment. On June 1st this year

Daviescompleted renovationon their

Kilmacanogue showroom situated

besideAvocaHandweaversin

Wicklow featuring displays from the

worlds most innovative and creative

designersandmanufactures.

The new showroom displays feature

Wetroomshowerdisplaysand

enclosures,traditionaland

contemporary bathroom displays and

theverylatestinbathroom

furniture and accessories. Our fully

functioning Shower display has the

latestinShoweringtechnology

includingthenewMiraPlatinum

DigitalShower. The lessableddisplay

demonstratesthepossibilitiesof

providingeasyaccessibilitywithout

sacrificing on aesthetics. All leading

manufacturersarefeatured,Kohler,

IdealStandard,Sottini,Dansani,

Twyfords,Roper Rhodes,BC Sanitan,

Jacuzzi,Mira,Grohe,Hansgrohe,

Heritage, Flair, Merlyn, Geberit and

manymore. A free design service is

availablewhich allows customers see

a virtualrealityviewoftheirselected

bathroomproductsanddesign.Open

ing hours are 9.30am

5.00pm Monday Friday 9.30am

4.00pm Saturday but appointments

canbemade to view the showroom

outside these hours if required by

callingAnnMarie,FionaorSeanon01

2765689orbycontactingSeanONeill

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DARTS2012 WoRlD DARTS CHAmPIoNSHIPThe 2012 World Darts Championship will be played at Alexandra Palace from December 15th -January 2nd, as players from around the world compete for a 1 million prize fund in darts biggest event.

The West Hall will welcome tens of thousands of fans over the course of 15 days and 20 sessions to the tournament, which spans the Christmas and New Year period.

See the likes of reigning World Champion Adrian Lewis, world number one Phil The Power Taylor, Hollands Raymond van Barneveld, Australias Si-mon Whitlock and stars including Gary Anderson and James Wade in action during the Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship.

Play is held from December 15-23 before the Christmas break, and returns from December 27-30 as the field of players plays down to the last four who return for the semi-finals on New Years Day and the final on Monday January 2.

2011 saw a new world champion as Adrian Lewis claimed his first ever world crown at Alexandra Palace. The often controversial figure beat Gary An-derson in the final and became the first player to throw a nine-darter in a world

final in the process.At present there is a list of four or

five players who will consider them-selves darts favourites for this title. They all stand a very good chance and will be targeting the Alexandra Palace event for an emphatic win. Taylor, Van Barneveld, Gary Anderson, Adrian Lewis and James Wade will all fancy their chances.

Players also to keep an eye on would have to be Paul Nicholson & Simon Whitlock.


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mANNy PACQUIAo V FloyD mAyWEATHER JRWBO welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao has recently reported that his much-awaited showdown with WBC Champion Floyd Mayweather Jr is 80 to 90 percent sure to take place on May 5 next year and only a few more details are being ironed out before contracts are finalized.

Neither the venue nor the purses was disclosed by Pac-quiao who said it was a blessing in disguise that his recent win over Juan Manuel Marquez was close because May-weather probably wouldnt have agreed to face him if the fight was one-sided in his favor.

Pacquiao said a sharing of the fight revenues was under discussion but implied a 50-50 split. Mayweather was the worlds No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter until he quit the ring and was succeeded by Pacquiao. Mayweather has since returned to action and is trying to reclaim the prestigious honor. Both are welterweight champions with Pacquiao recognized by the WBO and Mayweather by the WBC, making their duel a historical unification match.

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BoxINGkEll BRookUnbeaten British welterweight Kell Brook will face Luis Galarza on December 17th in what should be his final fight before a shot at a world title. The Sheffield boxer will make his debut in America when he takes on Galarza - a Puerto Rican with a 17-2 record who has won his last eight bouts in Atlantic CityAll Fights can be seen this December on:

CARl FRoCHCarl Froch believes victory over Andre Ward on December 17th will make him the undisputed super-middleweight champion. The Nottingham fighter currently holds the WBC belt and goes into the final of the inaugural World Super Six Series against the WBA title holder in Atlantic City next month.

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FooTBAll ENGlISH PREmIER lEAGUE

Theres more than a quarter of the season gone, and the English Premier League table is quickly taking shape.

Can anybody stop Roberto Man-cinis men from bringing the league title back to the blue half of Manchester for the first time since 1968?

On the evidence so far, probably not. With at least two top-class inter-nationals competing for every position, City have the squad and the momen-tum to end United and Chelseas six-year domination of the Barclays Premier League silverware. Who says money cant buy success?

Most fans will be hoping that Fergu-son looks into bringing in some more experience during the January transfer window, but he appears set on giv-ing youth its chance. The problems in defence and central midfield mean that although they will come close, Wayne Rooney and Co. may be forced to play second fiddle this time around.

The King Kenny revolution has got most Liverpool fans dreaming of a return to the glory days, but they remain a work in progress. Luis Suarezs presence should mean they have a real chance of sneaking into the top four, especially if he can start to click with Andy Carroll.

Can Newcastle United defy the

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QPR VS mAN UNITED 12:00

ASToN VIllA VS lIVERPool 14:05

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odds and qualify for the Champions League? And which sides will face the dreaded drop when the 2011/12 season is done and dusted?

Barclays Premier League Fixtures December

SATURDAy 17TH DECEmBER 2011

BlACkBURN VS WEST BRom 15:00

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ASToN VIllA VS ARSENAl 19:45

mAN CITy VS STokE 19:45

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EVERToN VS SWANSEA 20:00

FUlHAm VS mAN UNITED 20:00

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ToTTENHAm VS CHElSEA 20:00

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CHElSEA VS FUlHAm 13:00

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mAN UNITED VS WIGAN 15:00

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SWANSEA CITy VS QPR 17:00

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STAR TEAm oF THE moNTH

The star tema of the month is undoubtedly Tottenham Hotspur having 9 wins of their last 10 games and now sitting comfortabily in the 3rd spot of the Premier League.

Parker and Adebayor have played only in the 7 Premier League games since their signings were finalised in the last week of August, and they have yet to taste defeat in Spurs colours. Long may that situation continue too. Ledley King has also not tasted Premier League defeat in a game he has started since August last year. (Wigan at home)

Tottenahams win agains Liverpool gave Harry Redknapp his 200th Premier League point for Spurs, and at an average of 1.74 points per game, he is doing better than at any time in his managerial career in the Premier League.

Rafa van der Vaart now has the best strike rate of any Spurs player in the Premier League era, with 19 goals in 36 matches at a rate of 1.89 matches per goal, ahead of Jurgen Klinsmann (29 in 56 matches) and Em-manuel Adebayor.

Referee Howard Webb achieved his best score since Spurs Odyssey has been registering referees scores, and it is his best mark in 5 matches in charge of a Spurs game since March 2010. Tottenhams Liverpool game was only the fourth so far in this years Premier League where no player was booked.

Spurs are also now unbeaten at home in a London Derby league match in their last 17 games. The last such defeat was in September 2007, at home to Arsenal.

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HaPPy FEET TWO (G)Release Date: December 2ndStarring: Elijah Wood, Robin Williams, HankAzaria, Alecia Moore (P!nk), Brad Pitt, MattDamon, Sofia Vergara, Common, Hugo Weaving,Magda Szubanski, Anthony LaPaglia, RichardCarter, Benjamin Lil P-Nut Flores, Jr.

The sequel to the Academy Award winning animated smash hit, Happy Feet Two returns audiences to the magnificent landscape of Antarctica in superb 3D. Mumble, The Master of Tap, has a problem because his tiny son Erik is choreo-phobic. Reluctant to dance, Erik runs away and encounters The Mighty Sven - a pen-guin who can fly!! Mumble has no hope of competing with this charismatic new role model. But things get worse when the world is shaken by powerful forces. Erik learns of his fathers guts and grit as Mumble brings together the penguin nations and all manner of fabulous creatures - from tiny Krill to giant Elephant Seals - to put things right.

HuGO (PG)Release Date: December 2ndStarring: Asa Butterfield, Chloe Grace Moretz,Sacha Baron Cohen, Ben Kingsley, Jude Law, Ray Winstone, Christopher Lee, Helen McCrory,Richard Griffiths, Frances de la Tour, EmilyMortimer, Michael Stuhlbarg

Hugo tells the story of an orphan boy living a secret life in the walls of a Paris train station. With the help of an eccentric girl, he searches for the answer to a mystery linking the father he recently lost, the ill-tempered toy shop owner living below him and a heart shaped lock, seemingly without a key. Based on Brian Selznicks award winning and imaginative New York Times bestseller, The Inven-tion of Hugo Cabret, this magical tale is Academy Award-winner Martin Scorseses first film shot in 3D.

a VERy HaROLd & KuMaR 3dCHRISTMaS (18)Release Date: December 9th Starring: John Cho, Kal Penn, PaulaGarcs, Danneel Harris, Tom Lennon,Danny Trejo, Elias Koteas, Eddie KayeThomas, David Krumholtz, Patton Oswalt,Neil Patrick Harris

The new Harold & Kumar comedy picks up six years after the duos last adventure. After years of growing apart, Harold Lee (John Cho) and Kumar Patel (Kal Penn) have replaced each other with new friends and are preparing for their respective Yuletide celebrations. But when a mysterious package mistakenly arrives at Kumars door on Christ-mas Eve, his attempt to redirect it to Harolds house ends with the high grade contentsand Harolds father-in-laws prize Christmas tree going up in smoke. With his in-laws out of the house for the day, Harold decides to cover his tracks, rather than come clean. Reluctantly embarking on another ill-advised journey with Kumar through New York City, their search for the perfect replacement tree almost blows Christmas Eve sky high.

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PuSS IN BOOTS (G)Release Date: December 12th Starring: Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Zach Galifianakis, Billy Bob Thornton , Amy Sedaris

Long before he even met Shrek, the notorious fighter, lover and outlaw Puss In Boots becomes a hero when he sets off on an adventure with the tough and street smart Kitty Softpaws and the mastermind Humpty Dumpty to save his town. This is the true story of The Cat, The Myth, The Legend... The Boots.

SHERLOCK HOLMES: a GaMEOF SHadOWS (TBC)Release Date: December 16thStarring: Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, NoomiRapace, Jared Harris, Eddie Marsan, Stephen Fry,Rachel McAdams

Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) has always been the smartest man in the room... until now. There is a new criminal mastermind at largeProfessor Moriarty (Jared Harris)and not only is he Holmes intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil, coupled with a complete lack of conscience, may actually give him an advantage over the renowned detective. When the Crown Prince of Austria is found dead, the evidence, as construed by Inspector Lestrade (Eddie Marsan), points to suicide. But Sherlock Holmes deduces that the prince has been the victim of murdera murder that is only one piece of a larger and much more portentous puzzle, designed by Professor Moriarty. The cunning Moriarty is always one step ahead of Holmes as he spins a web of death and destructionall part of a greater plan that, if he succeeds, will change the course of history.

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE -GHOST PROTOCOL (TBC)Release Date: December 21stStarring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg,Paula Patton, Josh Holloway, Michael Nyqvist,Vladimir Mashkov, Lea Seydoux, Anil Kapoor

Director Brad Bird and Producer J.J. Abrams bring us the action packed, entertainment event of the holiday season with Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. The new film in the series, which has grossed $2 billion dollars worldwide, will feature a new team: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Paula Patton and Simon Pegg. This is not just another mission. The IMF is shut down when its implicated in a global terrorist bombing plot. Ghost Protocol is initiated and Ethan Hunt and his rogue new team must go undercover to clear their organizations name. No help, no contact, off the grid. You have never seen a mission grittier and more intense than this.

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