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 →
Focus on Irish Food – The Foods of Athenry
It can be quite difficult to find gluten-free products, especially at this time of the year with most of the mince pies and Christmas cakes containing gluten. I was looking for a gift for a family member who is coeliac, and I was delighted to be able to find so many products on The Foods... Continue Reading →
Jinny’s Bakery – Focus on Irish Food
The latest food producer to feature on the blog is the wonderful Jinny's Bakery in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim. Sinead and Pascal Gillard started their family business in 2003, with Sinead (known as Jinny to her family and friends) making just 16 loaves. They were such a success that Jinny’s is now a team of 11... Continue Reading →
Momentum celebrate Christmas in Sligo
I don’t see my work colleagues very often as we are all based in different areas so it’s extra special when we get together. We had our work Christmas party in Sligo last week. It’s so different seeing Sligo through the eyes of a visitor and not as someone who lives here. We stayed in... Continue Reading →
The Granola Maker – Focus on Irish Food
The latest Irish food producer I'd like to feature is The Granola Maker, I was delighted to win a competition from their Instagram account, and I thought their granola was so gorgeous that I'm now a happy customer. Aifric started her business during lockdown when she was expecting her third baby and her husband was... Continue Reading →
Four Star Luxury Awaits at The Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo
https://videopress.com/v/azM2qf9m?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Nestled in the heart of Sligo town, The Glasshouse Hotel offers the perfect base to explore Sligo’s breathtaking landscapes, coastal wonders, local eateries and shopping. The Glasshouse invite you to uncover the beauty of Sligo with them. This four star hotel is the perfect location to recharge your batteries and enjoy all that Sligo has to offer. The Glasshouse... Continue Reading →