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Oct/Nov 2011 www.esb.ie/em
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entering our fab competitions and even more fun if you win an amazing prize….
See all available prizes below. Enter today!
EM Comp 1
Win a relaxing Retreat To Nature for two people
The wonderfully stylish Radisson Blu Farnaham Estate, on the outskirts of Cavan Town, is one of Ireland’s most popular spa destinations. There are 158 Luxurious bedrooms including 12 elegant suites. Each of the suites is unique in style and offers guests amazing views!
The Botanica Restaurant offers guests delicious cuisine in a cosmopolitan ambiance and includes private dining rooms, such as ‘The Lemon Tree Room’ and ‘The Potting Shed’ for groups.
Guests can enjoy their stay by relaxing in one of the three drawing rooms or visit the Health Spa, which stretches over 40,000sqft and incorporates 19 treatment rooms!
One lucky winner will win a two-night B&B stay in this amazing estate and can enjoy the following:
- Buffet breakfast each morning
- Four-course dinner on one evening
- A choice of golf or a 25-minute spa treatment
- Unlimited access to the Health Spa infinity pool, thermal suite, relaxation room and the walking trails.
T +353 (0) 49 4377700
www.farnhamestate.com
To be in with your chance of winning this amazing prize, just answer the following question as per instructions below:
Where is the Radisson Blu Farnham Estate?
- Cavan
- Meath
- Wexford
EM Comp 2
Win tickets to the Taste of Christmas
The season’s finest food, drink and shopping festival, returns to the Convention Centre Dublin from 25th – 27th November. Discover the best in seasonal food and drink, sample signature dishes from Ireland’s best restaurants and be inspired and entertained by top culinary talent in this winter wonderland of flavour.
With Ireland’s finest producers and culinary gems over five floors all under one roof, this Christmas festival is the one stop shop for passionate foodies and shoppers alike. Between bites, watch some of the country’s finest chefs take to the stage in the Live Theatre Show or join our interactive cookery classes or masterclasses, which are sure to fire up the imagination and help hone that holiday feast.
Browse for those ideal gifts and essential ingredients amongst the hundred exhibitors and then settle down with a fine wine or hot whiskey from one of our superb bars while enjoying carol singers and string quartets, swingin’ jazz and maybe even some rockin’ around the Christmas tree!
To be in with your chance to win one of three pairs of tickets just answer this question as per instructions below:
Closing date for this competition is October 30th.
Where with the Taste of Christmas event take place?
- The National Concert Hall
- The Convention Centre Dublin
- The National Stud
For more information visit www.tasteofchristmas.ie
EM Comp 3
WIN A COPY OF 1798 TOMORROW THE BARROW WE’LL CROSS
This book by Joe Murphy is an epic, swashbuckling tale of the romance and hatred, heroism and barbarity of those tragic weeks in the summer of 1798. But over the roar of battle, this is a story about love. Love of family. Love of place. Love of people.
This detailed and wonderfully written historical novel is based on the momentous events of the 1798 rebellion, a key period in Ireland’s tumultuous past. Capturing both the personal and national stories unravelling during the summer of 1798, this novel is an ode to the heroism and tragedy of that time.
Liberties Press gratefully acknowledge financial assistance from the Arts Council.
To be in with your chance of winning one of two copies just answer this question as per instruction below:
In which year is this book set?
- 1978
- 1798
- 2098
EM Comp 4
WIN A COPY OF RENEWING THE REPUBLIC BY MICHAEL D. HIGGINS
Coinciding with the run-up to the Presidential election, Renewing the Republic follows the hugely successful Causes for Concern. Renewing the Republic is the latest offering from social commentator, author, poet, and politician Michael D. Higgins.
Renewing the Republic explores six themes: citizenship and the republic; culture, identity and reputation; human rights; language; globalisation, emigration and exile; and the public space. These topics are not only socially cultivating but Renewing the Republic will see Michael D Higgins firmly setting out his stall for the impending presidential election.
To be in with your chance of winning one of two copies of this great book, please answer the following question as per instruction below:
How many themes does this book explore?
- 4
- 5
- 6
EM Comp 5
WIN TICKETS TO A CELEBRATION OF BENNY GOODMAN
Robert Nolan proudly presents a night to enjoy!
In this wonderful concert the music of Benny Goodman - King of Swing – comes to life and will feature songs and instrumentals made famous by the renowned clarinetist!
The 1938 Carnegie Hall performance was reckoned to be the single most important jazz concert in history. The audience will be transported back in time and in the mood to Benny Goodman’s glorious swing era.
This fantastic event takes place at the National Concert Hall in Dublin on Saturday October 29th at 8pm.
To be in with your chance of winning one of 3 pairs of tickets just answer the following question as per the instructions below:
Who is the concert a celebration of?
- Ben & Gerry
- Benny Goodman
- Benny Hill
For more information call (01) 417000 or see www.nch.ie
EM Comp 6
BE IN WITH YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING AN EASY FOOD GOODIE HAMPER!
Easy Food is Ireland’s No.1 food magazine for budget conscious, nutritionally aware, time-poor, home cooks.
Easy Food is Ireland’s leading food magazine. The magazine provides a wide range of recipes, articles, news and skill-boosting tips to our readers.
Our recipes are quick, easy and budget-conscious, which makes them perfect for everyday cooking. You can check out the iPhone App on itunes, the website for daily tips and stories and don’t miss the Easy Food Home-Cook Hero awards!
To be in with a chance of winning an amazing hamper full of goodies just answer the following question as per instructions below:
Where can you download the Easy Food iPhone App from?
- iTunes
- iTones
- Apps are us
How to enter competitions in EM
The closing date for all competitions is November 16th. Competitions, except where specified, are open to all readers. There are two ways to enter competitions in EM.
1 SMS from your mobile phone
Each competition has a number associated with it. You can use this number to enter the competitions via SMS from your mobile phone.
To enter the competition simply text the relevant number, followed by your answer, and your name to 087 923 9210.
For example, if your name is John Smith and you wish to enter competition 1, then text one of the following, depending on your answer to the question:
EMCOMP1 A John Smith
EMCOMP1 B John Smith
EMCOMP1 C John Smith
Important You must use the above format, and must ensure that there is a space between the number and your answer, and between your answer and your name. Entries not matching the above format will not be recognised. You will still be charged for the message. All messages are charged at the standard rate and winners will be selected at random. Should you be chosen as the winner of the competition, you will receive a phone call to the mobile phone you used to send your entry.
Please note that received texts will not have an auto response but you will be included in the draw.
Numbers for each competition:
EMCOMP 1
Radisson Blu Farnaham Estate
EMCOMP 2
Tickets to a Taste of Christmas
EMCOMP3
A copy of 1798 Tomorrow The Barrow We’ll Cross
EMCOMP 4
A copy of Renewing the Republic
EMCOMP 5
A celebration of Benny Goodman
EMCOMP 6
An Easy Food Goodie Hamper
2. Mailing your entry
Send your answer along with your name and address, clearly indicating which competition you are entering by using the above numbers on the envelope to EM, ESB Corporate Communications, 27 Lr. Fitzwilliam St., Dublin 2.
