I've decided to do a new feature on the blog, and tell you about some of the amazing Irish food and drink producers. I will just tell you about the ones that I love and would recommend. The first one is Moran's Mega Jam - I've been a fan of their garlic mayonnaise for a... Continue Reading →
The Harbour Cafe, Mullaghmore, Sligo
I finally got to The Harbour Café in Mullaghmore today, it's been on my list since it opened. The café opened at the end of June, in the premises that was Eithna's by the Sea. Eithna posted this on Facebook in February: "After much consideration over the last few months I have finally decided to... Continue Reading →
Oak Moon Cafe – Sligo’s Evening Cafe
An evening cafe has recently opened in Sligo town, I think this is a great idea for people who want to meet-up somewhere that isn't a pub. Oak Moon Cafe is located in the Yeats Memorial Building on Hyde Bridge. The staff are friendly and welcoming and there's a selection of books and board games.... Continue Reading →
The Gatelodge Coffee Shop, Sligo
The Gate Lodge recently opened in Doorly Park, Sligo town, it's a coffee shop and tourist information centre, and it's great to see this lovely building open to the public. The coffee shop is run by the Cranmore Abbeyquarter Community Centre, and it was lovely to meet Christina and the rest of the staff there.... Continue Reading →
The Pod Sandwich Bar opens in Sligo Town
Update. Looking like it closed down - October 25The Pod has opened on Wine Street in Sligo, at the entrance to The Quayside Shopping Centre. I called in today to say hello and wish them the best of luck. The place has really been transformed, there's astro turf on the floor, cool lighting, and old... Continue Reading →
An Interview with Anthony Gray
My latest podcast interview is with Anthony Gray, from Hooked and Eala Bhan. Anthony tells me more about the Taste of Sligo Food Festival and also the Taste of Sligo Food Tours. He also talks about his favourite places in Sligo, the view from the 3rd tee at the golf club in Rosses Point sounds... Continue Reading →