I headed off bright and early on Friday (Halloween), in the hope of seeing the Samhain sunrise at Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery. I say bright, it was actually dark, which should have given me a clue about the sun (or lack of it). Samhain means Summers End and is also the start of Winter, it falls... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's been the busiest week that I've had in a long time, but it's also included a bit of everything, and variety is certainly the spice of life for me. Even though mid-week I was flattened, it was so worth it. Before I continue - did you remember to put your clocks back? I know... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Cafe Opens – The Brasserie, Sligo
The Brasserie opened in Sligo town this week. It's in The Canopy Shopping Centre (formerly Johnston Court). I got there for breakfast this morning, and I was very impressed. I went for Chocolate and Berry pancakes, but when I saw Salt and Chilli Hashbrowns I had to order them too. I've never seen any place... Continue Reading →
Rituals Opens in Sligo Town
I was delighted to be invited along to the opening of Rituals new store in The Canopy, Sligo. Rituals is such a beautiful brand of wellness and beauty products, and walking into their store, is like walking into a spa. It’s a stunning shop, a real feast for the senses. Their products smell amazing, and... Continue Reading →
Something Spooky in Easkey, Sligo
What do President Michael D. Higgins, The Traitors and SpongeBob SquarePants have in common? You can see them all at the Easkey Scarecrow Festival in Sligo! It's such a wonderful event, which encourages the people of Easkey, and the surrounding areas, to unleash their creative side, and come up with something wonderful. It's well worth... Continue Reading →
Mexican Fiesta Night at The Glasshouse, Sligo
I'm always excited to find out what The Glasshouse have up their sleeves. The food there is amazing, and when they announce a theme night, I know it's going to be incredible. Following on from their Curry night, and the North Carolina BBQ night, is the Mexican Fiesta night, and it's amazing! I was delighted... Continue Reading →