Oh, I am very glad that it’s Sunday, and also very happy that it’s the end of this month. November is meant to be a quiet month, filled with calm days, and cosy evenings. A month to prepare for the madness of December, well in my mind anyway. For me it’s been very busy and... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Happy Sunday, and Happy March! We are finally heading into Spring, and there’s a bit of a stretch in the evenings already, which is lovely to see. Things here are good, I’ve had a lovely week, with a bit of everything. I met up with Louise on Thursday, and we had a lovely chat. Someone... 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 →
Sunday Thoughts
Twas ten days before Christmas and all through the house not a present was wrapped and very few were even bought! I’m not at all organised this year, but my favourite phrase ‘it’ll be grand’ springs to mind, and it will be grand. Mind you if I hear one more thing about a turkey I... Continue Reading →
Noo Chocolates – Focus on Irish Food
It's time for me to tell you about another wonderful Irish made product. Noo Chocolates is based in Ballina, Co. Mayo, on the banks of the beautiful River Moy. The business started it 2011 as a hobby, as many businesses do. Mary and Damien Corrigan went on a chocolate making course and became hooked! It... Continue Reading →
The Dream Garden – Ballina
If you are looking for a magical experience for all ages, you must visit The Dream Garden in Ballina, Co. Mayo. The beautiful walled garden of the Jackie Clarke Collection comes alive after dark with a lightscape of native Irish animals, birds and plants. As you leave bustling Pearse Street in Ballina town, you will... Continue Reading →