I’m back with another bumper edition of Sligo Food News, so, grab a cuppa, put your feet up, and enjoy the read. The image at the top is food by GGs Food Truck, they do amazing catering for events, and cater for all dietry requirements, including dairy free, gluten free. You’ll also find them at Rosses Point.
News and Events
Pasta Fresca! has the following specials for the month of May: Pear & Pecorino Ravioli -Turmeric Riccioli (vegan) -Pasta Bake w/Spring Vegetables & Taleggio Cheese -Ricotta & Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce -Raspberry Pannacotta -Dark Choc Chip & Pistachio Cannoli. Find them on Grattan Street, Sligo. They also have their regular dishes, including Crostatsas. The one above is Apple, Amaretti & Ricotta.
Have you heard about the new bespoke fruit and veg ordering service from Achonry Farmer’s Market? Following the success of the fruit and veg from Joe Kelly, not only will they be stocking the staples each week, but you can create your very own unique Fruit & Vegetable boxes too! Simply message 087 798 1827 and place your order before 12 noon every Thursday and collect from Achonry Farmers Market the following Saturday morning! How easy is that? No order too big, or too small.
There’s a new Summer menu in Tempo in Ballisodare, great to see some vegetarian options too, Tempo has always been great for that. I love the look of the cauliflower dishes – top left and bottom right.
Taste of Sligo Tours are in full swing. Spend an afternoon enjoying #atasteofsligo Host Anthony Gray showcases the best of Sligo’s food, local ingredients, locally distilled beverages, Sligo’s vibrant culture, and Wild Atlantic Way lifestyle in a 2.5hr walking Sligo food tour. Groups of 6 or more €85pps
Customise to suit your groups preferences. Non alcohol also arranged. Tel 0719138591 to find out more and book.
Pink Clover in Drumcliffe news: “We had lots of interest in our baker position and thankfully it has now been filled. There will be lots of new cakes & pastries to try out this month! New opening hours 9:30-4:30pm. Now open Mondays (starting May 13th). We were delighted to receive a note from Sally and John McKenna who were so impressed with their visit that we’ve been given a spot on the “Best in Ireland 2024” guide. We are buzzing!!”
It’s happy hour every Friday or Saturday night at Honestly Strandhill, with a free Aperol Spritz or glass bubbles for every table booked online. https://honestlykitchen.ie/honestly-farm-kitchen-strandhill-2/
Hooked launched their new menu on April 10th. They have some incredible new dishes including the following: Crispy Panko Chicken Bao Buns, Tempura Haddock Tacos, Vegan Wild Mushroom Toast, Pulled Beef Blanco Nino Nachos. Find them in Sligo town, along by the river.
Dock 84 has launched their new QR code Click & Collect Takeaway service! Now you can enjoy your favourite meals from the comfort of your home. Simply scan the QR code, place your order, and pick it up hassle-free. https://dock84sligo.wi-q.com/
Join me on May 11th, at Osta@The Model, Sligo for a Cuppa and a Chat, as part of Hello, How are you? By Mental Health Ireland. Osta are kindly providing the tea and coffee and I’d love to see you there. 11am – 12 noon.
Jobs
McG Cakes is hiring a part-time sales assistant for the summer season. Previous experience in a similar role essential. Position will be based in sligo town. Applications via email to info@mcgcakes.ie
Cawleys in Tubbercurry are looking for a Kitchen Porter / and General Cleaner with experience. Must be available days, evenings and weekends. Please send in your CV to reception@cawleysguesthouse.ie
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