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We've answered your most asked questions on Up Hella Aa, on shetland.org. If you're wondering what actually happens on the days, and how to get tickets, head to the site to find out more via our link in bio.
Mary's simple Shetland seafood stew uses the very best of what Shetland seafood has to offer, while only taking 25 minutes make! ⁠ ⁠ 🔗 You can find the recipe via the link in bio!⁠ ⁠ Mary will be serving up her seafood stew, along with other amazing seafood on offer, at this years Up Helly Aa Taste of Shetland event, at the Shetland Museum on the 27th of January.
To celebrate the 2025 Fire Festival season in Shetland, we're giving one lucky person the chance to win a return trip for four to Shetland with NorthLink Ferries and a Viking Voyages tour with Adventure Shetland.⁠ ⁠ 🔥 Enter via our link in bio. ⁠ ⁠ This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or associated with Instagram. Full T&Cs are available on the website. ⁠ ⁠ #promoteshetland #shetland #visitshetland #shetlandislands #shetlandisles #inspiredbyshetland #shetlandtruenorth
Five reasons Shetland is the ultimate winter escape during fire festival season... head to our link in bio to read all about them. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #promoteshetland #shetland #visitshetland #shetlandislands #shetlandisles #inspiredbyshetland #shetlandtruenorth
Fire Festival dates for January, February and March! ⁠ ⁠ All dates are subject to change, and we would recommend keeping an eye on the festivals individual Facebook pages for any updates. ⁠ ⁠ Which fire festival are you looking forward to?
Craving a winter warmer with a spicy twist? 🥘 Give this recipe for Shetland Lamb Ishtu a go! Hailing from Kerala in southern India, it’s a cosy dish that can be made with or without lamb. Packed with fresh ginger, chili, and black pepper, it’s perfect for fending off those winter bugs too! ⁠ ⁠ Find the full recipe at our link in bio. ⁠ ⁠