Last month me and Jono were in Carrick on Shannon and we popped in to Honestly Kitchen for a bite to eat. The drive-thru organic restaurant opened last December and they are about simple food made with fantastic ingredients. They offer brunch, burgers, salads, and sandwiches plus desserts and coffee, and you can eat in... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Cafe Opens – St. Honorè
There's a new cafe in Sligo town, welcome to St. Honorè - which is not just a cafe, it's a French Patisserie and Coffee Specialist. . St. Honorè is the patron saint of Bakers and Pastry Chefs. The pastries are handmade daily by the talented Pastry Chef/Owner who has experience running his own Boulangeries in... Continue Reading →
A relaxing lunch at Eala Bhan, Sligo
Anthony, the owner of Eala Bhan Restaurant in Sligo, kindly invited me and Jono along to have lunch recently and it was wonderful. Eala Bhan means white swan in Irish, very apt considering the restaurant is located overlooking the Garavogue River where the swans glide by. The restaurant is in the centre of Sligo town and... Continue Reading →
Benny’s Deli, Castlerea
If you are near Castlerea I'd highly recommend a visit to Benny's Deli. It's a fantastic shop, with all kinds of goodies. I always stop in for a Leitrim Loaf (which you just have to try), I left it too late the last time I was there, but I bought a lovely soda bread. Benny's... Continue Reading →
A visit to Ireland’s first organic drive-thru
Honestly Kitchen has been on my list to visit since it opened in December and I finally got there a couple of weeks ago. It's in Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim, in the former KFC building and it's a fantastic idea. The drive-thru organic restaurant is the brainchild of Liam and Justina Gavin of Drumanilra... Continue Reading →
Happy Birthday to Lovage at The Gate Lodge
Lovage at The Gate Lodge in Boyle, Co. Roscommon, celebrates one year in business today. I was up bright and early (too early for breakfast if you know me you'll know I'm early for everything!) but I did enjoy my vegan cake and coffee. It's a gorgeous cafe, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You... Continue Reading →