I was absolutely delighted to receive a message from Marleen at Angel and Gift World in Sligo town, letting me know they had a Christmas gift for me. This was the first time a business has ever sent me a Christmas present, and I was genuinely thrilled. I had recently seen a post about their... Continue Reading →
Ennjoy sadly closed down in 2023 There is the most amazing shop in Enniscrone, Co. Sligo. It opened in April and I only got to visit today, but I wish I'd gone sooner because there are so many fantastic gift ideas there. Ennjoy is an oasis of calm, in the busy seaside village of Enniscrone.... Continue Reading →
Yes I know - I've mentioned the dreaded C word..sorry! I was thrilled to be invited to the Tesco Ireland Christmas preview which took place last night. The event was held in 25 Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin, which is the most stunning Georgian house I've ever seen and perfect for the evening. As we walked in it was... Continue Reading →
The Cat and the Moon is located in Castle Street, Sligo and is run by the very talented Martina Hamilton. This week Martina celebrated 25 years in business and had a staff reunion which I went along to. It was a great evening with cake (I do love cake). Also Irish TV were filming so... Continue Reading →
Sligo's newest store opened today in the Quayside Shopping Centre. Tiger Stores said Halløj to Sligo with their 15th Irish store. Shoppers were out in force and were welcomed by the smiling friendly staff who were on hand with cakes and biscuits...sure what more could you want? Bargains, that's what and Tiger has bargains by... Continue Reading →
A year ago...yes I'm not the quickest in the world, I saw a blog post by the Burlesque Chef for Peanut Butter Fudge. So I had a go at making it and I was a bit worried as I've never made fudge before and thought I might weld the spoon to the saucepan. I didn't... Continue Reading →