Newcastle is a gorgeous little seaside town that attracts a lot of traffic when the weather's good…read more I was there for the first time since I was a kid a few weeks ago, and while I was there, I called into Maud's for a cheeky little serving of Pooh Bear ice cream. The cafe is huge. There's loads of seating indoors and then also some outdoor, overlooking the water (which is lovely if you're lucky enough to get a good day!) They also do sandwiches and hot food, so it's usually packed to the rafters with residents and tourists alike getting fed, or cooling down with the best ice cream Northern Ireland has to offer.

I know what you are thinking, and yes I have reviewed Mauds Ice Cream parlours before, but this…read moretime it is a little different. Let me set the scene. After a impromptu camping trip to the Mourne mountains that included 9 lads, copious amounts of alcohol and 7 sleeping bags we needed some serious refuelling. Wondering into Newcastle town centre looking particularly bedraggled we were mountain men on a mission. The mission was to find somewhere to eat and the more greasy the food the better. But we also wanted somewhere we knew and that we could trust to deliver quality. Because a rogue meal could tip us over the edge. Swaying through the town centre suggestions were being thrown around willy nilly, "Subway?" "No, too Healthy!" What about KFC?" "Not open!" "What about Mauds?" "Do they do food or just ice cream?" "They do a greasy fry and a cup of tea for £4.75!" "Right that's sold it!" So we headed for Mauds café, it was a sunny day and the place was jam packed full of breakfast diners, we thought we would struggle for a spot but were directed to the outdoor decking. This was exactly what we needed to freshen us up, sea breeze, greasy sausages, bacon and enough fried bread to soak up the alcohol still sloshing around in our bellies. At £4.75 this was an absolute bargain, I would have paid that alone for the view from the outdoor decking. Mountains to your right and the Irish Sea to your left with Newcastle town centre in the middle. The hangover soon cleared up and we were back on our way. The staff were kind and comforting taking into account our state, there were even rumours Maud herself was working!

On a day trip to Portaferry an Ice Cream is a must, even if it is around 1 degrees! This Morelli's…read moreis tucked away in a courtyard about 11 yards from Exploris Aquarium making it ideal for day trippers like us. The store itself is small but sells all the essentials, I've cream (about 15 flavours), coffee and sweets! Today we went for small tubs, mainly because of how cold it was. I had poor bear - it was only £1.30 for a scoop and a half. The ice cream was fantastic - really fresh and flavoursome! All in all a lovely welcoming wee ice cream shop, I can't wait to go back in the summer and get more than one scoop

Soft serve, served with an array of sugary toppings. What more could you ask for? This place is…read morepretty good. We came on a Sunday evening and it had a steady stream of folks. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I would have liked some fruit as a topping option. Wow. It's true though. It would have been nice if there was some tables inside. And also, the place seemed to have been ransacked, and could have done with a good deep cleaning (around the window especially) and maybe a new lick of paint. Regardless, the staff did well taking orders and getting folks what they wanted. The ice cream was good.

I was really excited to come here. Like, I mean REALLY excited. Like realising Game of Thrones…read moreSeason 5 had just been leaked online excited. The queue was huge but from what I had heard about this place it was to be expected. But in fairness to the staff the queue moved pretty quick considering. I looked at the giant sundae type things they had on the wall. There was one which was called a Snicker Bocker Glory. It sounded incredible, indulgent and so wrong. I had to have it. I was with my cousin and her young daughter and I have to say the staff are pretty amazing. Super patient with everyone including the indecisive chislers. I got my Snicker Bocker Glory which had fresh whipped ice cream, Snickers ice cream, caramel sauce and bits of Snickers going through it. I have to say I was left pretty underwhelmed. I thought the plain whipped ice cream which seems to be their staple was pretty bland. The Snickers ice cream was again not what it should be. I think I had maybe 6 or 7 spoonfuls until I actually gave up. Maybe an off day for the ice cream makers? I dunno. But based on what I got I probably wont be back. The 3 would probably be a 2 if it weren't for the deadly staff, they really are great.

I was told that this was the place to get chocolate and candies in the Isle of Man, and I was not…read moredisappointed. A fantastic selection of local and international sweets. I bought some of the Manx knobs (boiled candies that are a famous treat), homemade fudge, and chocolates in the shape of the Isle's crest---those famous 3 legs. Look no further for unique chocolates to bring home.

Oh goodness me - 4-5 stars for chocolate orange ice cream. 3-4 stars for lime coconut ice cream…read more 4-5 stars for strawberries and cream. 3-4 stars for the lemon sorbet. Definitely 4 stars and hurrah for giving me two cones. Insanely large portions of ice cream - I have never not finished an ice cream before, but this was bigger than I could handle. 2 scoops was just too much for this sugar-rush kid! Be warned...

I've just discovered this place on the Stranmillis Road in Belfast (they also have a shop in the…read morefoodcourt in Castlecourt). My friends told me about it and I feel compelled to share the good news! So as the name suggests, it is a milkshake bar... and they also serve the odd cupcake. You can take out, or there are a few seats for sitting in. The decor is 50's diner style, bright pastel colours and really fun. But the main draw is the amazing milkshakes. They serve every kind you can imagine, blended up with good quality icecream and milk (none of that horrible flavouring added to milk lark). The menu is vast, so to take the pressure off deciding, they have a selection of house specials like the Elvis (peanut butter, chocolate and banana anyone?!) Or you can just opt for your favourite chocolate bar, blended up with icecream, which is what I did. I chose the Boost... it was delicious. Straight after I had finished, I wanted another one. I must warn you that once you have visited Got Milkshake? you will quickly become addicted! Ok, so the idea may be a bit gimmicky and I'm not sure how long their idea will remain unique, but the milkshakes are truely delicious and the price is pretty reasonable too - £2.60 for a regular, £3 for a large. The setting is great, right in the heart of Stranmillis village so a handy pittstop after a day of sunbathing in Botanic Gardens, or as a nice end to a meal. Like most good things in life, the milkshake bar is probably best in moderation. But great for a treat, a fun date, or the ultimate hangover cure. Enjoy!

Right, so the first thing I need to confess is that I don't actually like milkshakes, which makes…read moreit hard for me to review this place. However. It also sells cupcakes, and I am very well versed in the art of cupcakes! The cupcake I got the other day had ball bearings on it, which I love (I mean, it's edible metal!) Got Milkshake is quite a cute little cafe, with a 1950s vibe about it. It's really small though, so there are only a few tables in it. I couldn't really imagine sitting there for ages, so for me, it's more a get it and go place. The milkshakes themselves were popular with my friends though, and with so many ingredients on offer, you can have all kinds of weird and wonderful combinations (Wham bar milkshake anyone?)

Some well travelled friends told us to make sure to have ice cream in each Irish city we visit in…read moreIreland. There were right! You won't find common flavors on the menu at Murphys. Each flavor is special. We got the Dingle Sea Salt and Irish Brown Bread and both were excellent! Very different flavors and the ice cream itself is creamy and rich in flavor. You can choose from cup or cone - we went with the cone since it's made in house. Severs are very friendly and allow you to sample the flavors. There can be a line but it moves along nicely - plus you kind of need time to sample and figure out what you want to get. Highly recommend if you're in Dublin!

There is no surprise that Murphy's is the most popular ice cream place in Dublin!!…read more Their customer service is great...they will let you taste everything if you ask. I tried 3 flavors and they were all great. But my fav is sea salt for sure. Their ice cream is not too rich...kinda between gelato and ice cream. I am definitely going back to try some more flavors!

Good variety of flavours and seem to change at least two flavours to try new ones each time i go…read more Some fruity flavours such as strawberry, pineapple and lemonade or sweet flavours like peanut butter and cupcake batter. It was very busy when i went which meant it was noisy but it didn't ruin my experience cause of the brilliant flavours! It can be expensive as the price is based on the weight of the frozen yogurt and toppings and that is why i am giving it four stars instead of five.

Be warned it is easy to get carried away in here! Prices are by weight and if you have never been…read morebefore it is very easy to spend more than you expect. We opted for 4 small tubs which came to £16! The frozen yoghurt & sorbet come from self service machines with lots of tempting flavours available. I went for some lemonade sorbet & mojito sorbet (no rum though) but were really tasty. Then onto to toppings, my 16yr old assured me the little juice balls were really good and she was right, especially the apple ones. There were plenty of options available including fresh fruit, nuts, chocolate and an assortment of sweets. Kids certainly enjoyed Spoon Street as a treat but it won't be a regular thing as I found it to be a tad expensive

I was here for the Yelp event and I will definitely be back. The shop is very quirky and the ice…read morecream is incredible! I had the malteser sundae...delicious. You should try it, you won't regret it :) There is a huge range of ice cream available and you can have it as sundaes, milk shakes or as it is. The menu is massive, and really affordable. I wanted it all. The staff were really friendly too. Can't wait to go back here for another ice cream feast.

Was in here today to get some ice cream. Lovely spacious bright parlour. Retro decor and cosy big…read moreretro sofas to sit in. Fonzies sell ice cream, hot nuts, ice cream floats, popcorn and lots more also tea and coffee, decaff available too. Prices are decent and a great selection of treats to choose from the bright colourful menu. Juke box playing retro music in the background is a bonus. Friendly staff. Kids high chairs available. Will be back..

It was desperation that brought me here and their flat white coffee was superb at £2.8 and 4 of of…read more5 green stars to boot. I ordered through a hatch to a face I couldn't see, just a voice, as the cafe seemed closed to sitting inside. The flat white was one of the best I've had. I must add that my 5 stars are based on just on one single coffee on a first visit standing on a street, on what turned out to be one of the hottest days we've ever had in Northern Ireland, 29c. It is unheard off - for the last 8 weeks we've averaged about 16c and usually cloudy every day. The service was swift too, the coffee seemed to appear in a nanosecond. The cup was biodegradable and the plastic lid recycle able. So while it's only a delicious coffee - to make coffee this good shows a passion and a love of food. I was staying in the Slieve Donard hotel. They had the gall to serve the worst coffee and worst breakfast food my family have had served up in a very long time - this was the view of 7 of us. The hotel's rotten 'free breakfast' was provided on foot of having paid £185 a night for a double room for two people (or twice the price of the hard rock hotel London centre in a current deal). I noted that most Donard hotel coffees were priced at £4 but having had their coffee offering at breakfast like their lousy food, I thought never again.

I stopped her on my way to Belfast from Dublin stopping at one of the game of thrones doors. (side…read morenote make sure you get the little booklet and get it stamped as we didn't know on our first stop) The café was a short walk from the parking next to the beach. They were packed with people and have a fair amount of options regarding coffees and teas as well as different pastries and desserts. I ended up getting a san Pellegrino can and my fiancé ended up getting a coffee drink. We split one of the desserts and they where really good. The staff here was very friendly and they we busy too. It seemed like a good place to stop for a drink or to meet up with some friends. I bet if you needed to work remotely you could probably sit at a table order a few drinks and be good to go for a while.