Jenny Bristow

In the Picture with Life Photography

Robert McKeag is one of those lucky people who earns their living doing exactly what they like best and has been doing just that as a professional photographer for the past 30 years.

"Robert's outstanding ability not only as a food photographer but lifestyle images is the reason I have chosen to work with him both at home and internationally in the production of cookbooks and features over many years"Jenny Bristow

For over 12 years Jenny and Robert McKeag have worked together producing cutting edge food and lifestyle shots which are well illustrated across Jenny's Range of Cookery Books. You only have to look at Jenny Bristow's Recipe Book's such as "Taste The Good Life" to see a great example of Robert's work. Robert currently supplies photography used on www.jennybristow.com which illustrate the range and professionalism of his work.

Robert has often travelled abroad with Jenny and was recently in the South of France with her TV crew to photograph images for "A Taste of Sunshine" where he had to reflect lifestyle which are illustrated in her best selling international cookbooks.

Robert whose studios are based in Coleraine has always been passionate about all types of quality photography and was actually one of the first photographers to become involved in digital imaging. His professional experience is drawn from a wide variety of work, spanning advertising and annual reports for major companies to numerous and varied assignments. These have included product shots, editorial, fashion, hair, travel and architectural photography.

"Working with Jenny is great fun and I have I have welcomed the chance to produce cutting edge food and lifestyle shots for such an imaginative celebrity chef. She is so welcoming to my family and I and on the odd occasion when I have had my boys along with me they have been known to "Eat the Set". However with Jenny everything is taken in its stride and we always have a good shoot."

For this months competition Robert has kindly put up the prizes for the jennybristow.com competition. He has provided the opportunity for FREE 1 hour photo sessions in his studio and also bundled them with an offer of a £25 photo as well as £105 discount on a large framed photo which normally costs £275.

Whether you are a prize winner or thinking of having your photos taken its worth taking a look at www.lifephotography.co.uk or giving Robert a call on 028 703 42598

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Breaking new ideas with Take The Biscuit

Jenny Bristow has always been a fan of wholesome recipes that are made from simple natural ingredients. Her dedication to good food as well as supporting local business and ingredients has now led her to Take The Biscuit by Cottage Kitchens owned by Laurence Kee.

" I have been working closely with Laurence of Take The Biscuit on new product development. So look out for a most innovative range with exciting twists incorporating flavour, textures, local ingredients and the best of good health"

The new range has been inspired by research and development carried out while recording a new series in the U.S.A.

"I am Delighted that Jenny Bristow has taken an interest in our biscuits and is developing a new range. We have always felt that we produce biscuits that are naturally delicious and of the highest standard"

Take The Biscuit by Cottage Kitchens uses only the finest of locally produced natural ingredients with no trace of artificial colouring, flavouring or additives. The biscuits are all handmade and baked using a traditional Irish cottage recipe and 20 years of baking experience. They supply biscuits the length and breadth of the country and are especially known for their Oatmeal and Shortbread biscuit ranges.

To find out more about Take The Biscuit and a store near you it is certainly worth while taking a look at www.takethebiscuit.com.

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Jenny Bristow cooks up a treat at the dentist

Jenny Bristow is well known locally and is never afraid of rolling up her sleeves when it comes to lending support and getting involved with others where she can be of help. Most recently Jenny has joined forces with Laura Jones a local Dentist in Ballymena in its approach to healthy food and the benefits to children.

The idea was simple - Make a visit to the dentist fun and help promote dental health by means of a Funday for the Children

"I think it is fantastic that a well recognised dentist who not only treats clients from as far away as Dublin takes time out for children. Laura Jones' approach to help prevent problems at such a crucial age by helping them understand the different types of foods and their affect in a fun way is so innovative and easy to understand. If you can attend the next Funday it is certainly worth a visit and will be time well spent."

On Funday the children are fascinated at how all the animals have different types of teeth and how they grow and can compare it to our own and even get to hold a real sharks skull!! To add to the fun there are games and loads of activities which everyone could join in including our own staff. There is colouring in, quizzes and more.

"The first fun day began with only 24 children in Easter 06. Children along with their parents were invited to enjoy having a hands on approach to learning about teeth and healthy eating. Since then we have had a second Funday and were surprised at the support we received encouraging us to continue with this project. We are even more delighted that we were spotted by Jenny Bristow the TV celebrity who is going to lend her support to this and help us promote healthy eating"

Jenny Bristow will be helping out at the next Funday on Friday 3rd of November at 10am - 1pm at Laura Jones Dental so why not come along and meet her there between 11am and 12pm.

If you are interested in the next Funday check out www.smileforfun.com and send along an email to funday@smileforfun.com or simply call 028 2565 6703

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Free signed copies of "Jenny Bristow Cooks For The Seasons"

To celebrate the next stage in my website I will be giving away 10 signed copies of my book "Jenny Bristow cooks for the seasons". To make it even more special I will personally email you and find out what you would like me to write. To take part in this offer all you have to do is register for my email and cross your fingers that you are the lucky winner. I will be selecting the 10 winners on 1st November 2006 and they will be contacted by email shortly afterwards.

Don't forget that by registering for my emails I will also keep you up to date with what's going on as well as sending you a few recipes from time to time which you won't find in my books.

In the meantime I hope you enjoy using the recipes that I have here for you and that with a little bit of use it will become easy to use.

If you have any questions please email enquiries@jennybristow.com and I will do my best to answer you. I'd really love to answer all your questions but it tends to get busy here and I can't make any promises. However I do hope that as well as using my website for recipes you will take time to look around the different items that are on there.

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Kildress Plumbing supplies ltd

Kildress Plumbing supplies ltd, is a well respected family business, trading for over 25 years - www.kildressplumbing.com. The showroom at Kildress represents one of the largest bathroom & range cooker displays in Northern Ireland. Over many years, Jenny has worked closely with Kildress, and recently returned to host a cookery extravaganza on the new Dunsley Yorkshire range.

Des Keenan the MD / owner is a great supporter of Action MS, and the photograph shows, Des on his recent sponsored walk around Northern Ireland to raise funds for Action MS and a mobile care centre.

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LL Crafts traditional local cottage industry

LL Crafts is a traditional local cottage industry in Co Antrim, Northern Ireland which makes to order hand painted crafts. From milk churns to door slates to baby and wedding gifts Louise of LL Crafts strives to paint anything unto anything.

I first met Jenny Bristow at an inspirational event where she was the guest speaker. Jenny's talk was so Down to Earth and wonderfully creative. I was absolutely delighted when Jenny met me personally. Her encouragement and support has been so helpful.

Asides from Louise's time at LLCrafts she also takes time to bring others her passion for art. Louise teaches 'Painting for Pleasure' at a further education college.

When I first walked into Louise's home and studio it was quite unbelievable and I was totally amazed. It was like walking into a treasure trove and certainly Louise's modesty wouldn't have prepared me for half of it. Her talent is wonderful and it is no wonder the impact her work has made here in Northern Ireland.

Over the next few months Jenny and Louise will be having a few cups of tea together as they swap experiences and notes and hopefully see the fruits of their labours into more culinary delights.

So in the meantime why not check out www.llcrafts.co.uk or simply give Louise a call for yourself on 44 (0) 28 2564 3505.

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Jenny Bristow live at Forestside for Christmas

Let me help you avoid the stress that's involved in cooking over Christmas at Forestside, Belfast on the second of December where I will be cooking up a festive extravaganza with the best of Seasonal fare.

With the emphasis of 'Time on your Side' I will be cooking up stylish starters, ideas for party food, Christmas drinks, delightful puddings and a wonderful supper for Christmas eve with all the flavours of this wonderful season.

These live cookery demonstrations are aimed at helping you avoid the stress that is involved in cooking over Christmas and give you plenty of food for thought.

Location: Forestside, Belfast

Date: Saturday 2nd December 2006

Times:

• Stylish Starters - 10:30am
• Christmas Eve supper - 12:30pm
• Delightful Puddings - 2:30pm
• Party Ideas and Festive Drinks - 4pm

Seating is limited so we are only able to give away 5 sets of tickets for each cookery demonstration (Each set comprises of 2 tickets). Simply click on the link to apply for your ticket. Please include your telephone number on the email so we can contact you.

The lucky winners will be contacted shortly afterwards.

Apply for Tickets

Hope to see you there.

Jenny