The Sligo Christmas Market is back for 2022, and it's wonderful to see it. The Quayside Shopping Centre comes to life with all kinds of everything. You can find things that you won't find anywhere else, and all under one roof. There are some gorgeous things, and I may have started my Christmas shopping early!... Continue Reading →
Benny’s Deli, Castlerea
If you are near Castlerea I'd highly recommend a visit to Benny's Deli. It's a fantastic shop, with all kinds of goodies. I always stop in for a Leitrim Loaf (which you just have to try), I left it too late the last time I was there, but I bought a lovely soda bread. Benny's... Continue Reading →
Sunday thoughts – Market days
I went to Strandhill People's Market today, I was one of the people who braved the elements. It was just lovely, a welcoming atmosphere, bright and cheery, and so many gorgeous things under one roof. As I drove away it got me thinking. Thinking about the people who put their hearts and souls into the... Continue Reading →
Ennjoy – A Beautiful Shop in Enniscrone, Sligo
There is the most amazing shop in Enniscrone, Co. Sligo. It opened in April and I only got to visit today, but I wish I'd gone sooner because there are so many fantastic gift ideas there. Ennjoy is an oasis of calm, in the busy seaside village of Enniscrone. When I walked past the colourful... Continue Reading →
Cluanín Community Co-Op Shop, Manorhamilton, Leitrim
This post was written in May, the shop is closed at the moment and expected to re-open in mid-November 2022 I love seeing communities in action and was delighted when I saw a post last month advertising the Cluanín Community Co-Op Shop. I went along to find out more about it and find out how... Continue Reading →
Roscommon – A great town for shopping
Did you ever think you'd hear me talking about shopping? Me neither to be honest. If you read the blog regularly you'll know I'm not the biggest fan of shopping. I'd rather be out exploring or at home painting. When I do go shopping I go early to avoid the crowds, get what I need... Continue Reading →