I missed Burren Bites last year, so I was determined to make it this time. There was a moment on Sunday morning when I questioned that decision. The rain was absolutely lashing down, there were floods on the roads, and I was wondering what exactly possessed me to leave the house. I'm very glad I... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Here we are again: another Sunday, another cold day. It feels more like November than June. Drinking hot chocolate in summer should probably be illegal, but that’s exactly what I was doing yesterday. It’s been very windy too; the trees have taken a battering, and the May flowers are scattered across the roads like forgotten... Continue Reading →
A Weekend of Little Detours
I had a lovely weekend out and about in Sligo, and it was so enjoyable I thought I'd tell you about it. I had no real plan on Saturday morning other than to see where the road took me. The weather wasn't great, but if I let the weather dictate what I did, I wouldn't... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – June 2026
Happy June! Too bad that someone didn’t tell the weather! There’s loads of Sligo Food News, as we head into the summer season. I got the chance to visit some new places, and returned to some old places, and I’ve gathered up some news that I’ve seen online too. Happy reading! Sligo Food Trail in... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Café – Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s
If you live in Sligo, chances are you know Jill. She spent 34 years running the much-loved Drumcliffe Tea House before finally hanging up her apron. After five years away, Jill is back with Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s in Carney. The village of Carney is just off the N15 - heading to Lissadell. Step through... Continue Reading →
Discover Sligo’s New Picnic Experience at The Diamond Coast Hotel
Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at €18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.