Tucked in the heart of Ballysadare, Sligo, Sherlock Butchers has long been a favourite among locals who value top-quality meat and personal service. Today, under the expert guidance of owner Brian OโReilly, the shop continues to honour traditional butchery while introducing fresh, modern touches that make it stand out in a busy world of supermarkets... Continue Reading →
Monday Miscellany
I didnโt get a chance to write a Sunday Thoughts blog post yesterday, so youโve got a Monday Miscellany post instead! Iโm way behind in blog posts, and I will get to them eventually, but for now Iโll just do a roundup of last week. There was a little bit of everything; the kind of... Continue Reading →
A Taste of Something Special in Sligo โ Walker 1781
I have the most incredible place to tell you about if you are looking for good food in Sligo town. Walker 1781 is under new management and itโs amazing! Walker 1781 got in touch to invite me for dinner, and my son Jono came along with me. That was lovely, because on the odd occasion... Continue Reading →
Tegi’s Tea Room at Carrick on Shannon Golf Club
Tegi's Tea Room has opened at Carrick on Shannon Golf Club, and it's well worth a visit! Tegi's used to be on Bridge Street in Carrick on Shannon, but closed at the end of April in 2024, and I know it was missed. There's great news as it has now reopened at Carrick on Shannon... Continue Reading →
Baker51 by OโHaraโs of Foxford
Iโm a big fan of OโHaraโs of Foxford, their cakes are just gorgeous โ and if you follow the blog, youโll know Iโm a big fan of cake! So, I was delighted when they opened a cafรฉ in Ballina just before Christmas. I finally got there yesterday, Iโm always early so it was just the... Continue Reading →
The Harbour Cafe, Mullaghmore, Sligo
I finally got to The Harbour Cafรฉ in Mullaghmore today, it's been on my list since it opened. The cafรฉ 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 →