I headed off to Cong Food Festival this weekend after seeing it popping up all over social media. Free admission was an added bonus - donations were given to local charities. I got there nice and early because, as anyone who knows me will tell you, crowds and I aren't the best of friends. It... Continue Reading →
Discover Sligo’s New Picnic Experience at The Diamond Coast Hotel
Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at €18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.
Sligo Food News – September 2025
There has been a lot happening in Sligo as far as food goes. I’ll cover all the things that I know about on this blog post. Some new places have opened in Sligo town. I haven’t been to any of them yet, but I’ll let you know when if I do visit. Ibby’s Kitchen opened... Continue Reading →
Honestly Kitchen in Carrick on Shannon Announces Earlier Opening Hours and A New Menu
I’m a big fan of Honestly Kitchen; I’ve visited both the Carrick one and the Strandhill one many times. You can read about lunch at the Carrick on Shannon one here. I’m always up and out bright and early, so I was delighted to hear about the new opening hours in Carrick on Shannon. The... Continue Reading →
Baker51 by O’Hara’s of Foxford
I’m a big fan of O’Hara’s of Foxford, their cakes are just gorgeous – and if you follow the blog, you’ll know I’m a big fan of cake! So, I was delighted when they opened a café in Ballina just before Christmas. I finally got there yesterday, I’m always early so it was just the... Continue Reading →
Lauren’s Patisserie Opens in Sligo Town
There’s some great news for those of you who love cakes and coffee, Lauren’s Patisserie has opened her beautiful new patisserie in Adelaide Street, Sligo town. It’s perfect for those of you heading into work, as the shop opens at 8am, so you can grab a coffee and a treat before you head to the... Continue Reading →