There's a new cafe in Sligo town, welcome to St. Honorè - which is not just a cafe, it's a French Patisserie and Coffee Specialist. . St. Honorè is the patron saint of Bakers and Pastry Chefs. The pastries are handmade daily by the talented Pastry Chef/Owner who has experience running his own Boulangeries in... Continue Reading →
I've been looking at social media and there are some wonderful Easter treats on offer in Sligo. Here are just some of the ones I've seen. Debba Bakes in Sligo town have lots of treats available, including a Cheesecake or Rocky Road filled Easter egg and Raspberry and white chocolate brownies. Pickup from Tonaphubble, Sligo, or... Continue Reading →
Occasionally I get invited to things and I'm always very grateful when I am. Being invited to try the 8 course tasting menu at Eala Bhan Restaurant, was up there with one of the best food experiences I've ever had. Eala Bhan means white swan in Irish, very apt considering the restaurant is located overlooking... Continue Reading →
Saturday saw the first ever Strandhill Food Festival and what a festival it was! Sligo Airport is already home to the Strandhill People's Market every Sunday but as far as I know this is the first festival to take place in an airport in Ireland. From the moment I saw how beautifully the airport... Continue Reading →
I have had such a lovely day today, so good that I almost can't believe it. This is the best I've felt in a long time! Firstly I did my first ever ParkRun today, now I didn't run it all but I ran more of it than I expected to and surprisingly I really enjoyed... Continue Reading →
I found out this week is Afternoon Tea week, there really is a celebration for everything these days. I thought I'd do a recap of the Afternoon Teas that I have been to here in Ireland. Lena's Tea Rooms in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. This gorgeous cafe is a hidden gem, priding itself in the finest... Continue Reading →
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