I was recently invited by Visit Sligo to experience the picnic offering from The Ocean Sands Hotel in Enniscrone, part of the wonderful Sligo Picnic initiative created by Sligo Food Trail and Visit Sligo. The campaign encourages visitors and locals alike to enjoy some of Sligo's finest food while exploring the county's spectacular landscapes. I... Continue Reading →
Happy Sunday, and happy Summer Solstice. It’s quite fitting that summer has finally decided to show up. I might even get the grass cut today. I can’t remember the last time I did it - it’s up to my oxters at this stage! The last couple of weeks have been hectic, with one appointment after... Continue Reading →
Jono and I have just returned from a short trip to Germany. Jono used to love travelling, but his health has made it more difficult in recent years. After successfully managing an overnight trip to Bristol, we decided to try another trip. Germany ticked a few boxes. We can fly directly from Ireland West Airport,... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
If you read the blog regularly, you'll know that sponsorship helps keep it going. Last year my blog was in danger of disappearing altogether. Thankfully, it was saved by the incredible support of six brilliant Sligo businesses who came on board to sponsor the blog. Their support means I no longer have to worry about... Continue Reading →
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