Can you believe that it’s the last Sunday of 2024? Christmas seemed like it took months to arrive, mainly because the adverts for it started in October, and the Christmas songs started in November. The mad thing is that the shops had already moved on to Easter even before Christmas Day! The photo below was... Continue Reading →
The last two 'things to do' posts have been very popular, and as some of us are off work, and family members are home for the holidays, some people might be looking for things to do, so here are some things I've spotted online. Enjoy a 2.5-hour trip on the beautiful River Bonet to Lough... Continue Reading →
I’m writing this listening to Bing Crosby crooning about a White Christmas. The house is quiet, the wind is howling (when is it not these days!) It’s 8.30am and the sky is as black as night, the only light coming in is from the twinkling Christmas lights. And it’s time for Sunday thoughts. It’s been... Continue Reading →
I couldn’t write about Irish food without featuring Glenisk. They make the most delicious yogurt (and I’m not usually a fan of yogurt, but I love theirs!) It’s a staple in my weekly shop. The yogurt is made with organic milk, and the packaging is recyclable and from 100% renewable sources. Glenisk is based in... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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