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 →
Focus on Irish Food – The Foods of Athenry
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 →
Jinny’s Bakery – Focus on Irish Food
The latest food producer to feature on the blog is the wonderful Jinny's Bakery in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim. Sinead and Pascal Gillard started their family business in 2003, with Sinead (known as Jinny to her family and friends) making just 16 loaves. They were such a success that Jinny’s is now a team of 11... Continue Reading →
Some Sligo News – December 2024
There have been a few things happening in Sligo recently, and I thought it might be an idea to add them all in one blog post, as I know not everyone is on social media. Firstly Homebase has gone into liquidation, this is for all the stores in Ireland and RTE has the full story.... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
Firstly, happy December. To be honest I’m glad to see the back of November, don’t get me wrong there have been so many lovely moments, but there’s also been some tough times too. I took a trip to The Holy Well today to light a candle for Mike, and other people who left this world... Continue Reading →
A Gift With A Difference – A Smartphone Photography Workshop
I love finding ideas that are just a little bit different, and I like to support local businesses whenever I can, so I was delighted to meet Paul from Jet Black Squares recently and find out more about his business. Paul would like to show you how to see everyday things in a different light,... Continue Reading →