If you are a regular reader of the blog, you will know that I usually focus on all things positive about Sligo, but I was walking up the High Street in Sligo town yesterday, and I just can't ignore the state of some of the buildings. One building has major cracks in it, the pavement... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It's another Sunday, and I'm back again with my Sunday Thoughts. Storm Kathleen rages on outside, she's now on day two, and doesn't show any sign of calming down. Strandhill People's Market has been cancelled today, due to the storm, and I noticed that Jalan Jalan in Sligo town has been damaged by the storm,... Continue Reading →
Troll Wood in Leitrim
If you are looking for a walk with a difference, I'd recommend Troll Wood in Leitrim, also known as Cartron Wood. It's great fun for all ages, and it's only around 1.2km, so it's not a long walk. I love anything a little bit different, and this wood is just that, and great for the... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – April 2024
It's time for the Sligo Food News for April. Thanks to those who sent me their news. The photo at the top is Snickers Cake from Le Fournil, trust me, you need this in your life! St Honoré has reopened! They are under new management and are under the team behind Earth in Carrick on... Continue Reading →
A museum with a difference in Enniskillen
Have you ever wanted your hair cut in a museum? This could be your chance! I love experiences that are a little bit different, and there's a museum in Enniskillen that's very different, it's not just a barber shop, it's also a railway museum! Headhunters Railway Museum is a hidden gem, in the heart of... Continue Reading →
Gluten-free Chocolate Biscuit Cake
I've made chocolate biscuit cakes in the past, and they've always gone down really well with the family. I think this is my best one to date, and it's gluten free, so it's OK for people with coeliac disease to eat. This isn’t a recipe as such, because I didn’t measure anything out. I’ll have... Continue Reading →