It's over a month since I wrote a Sunday Thoughts blog post, and what a busy month it's been! Jono turned 30 and we celebrated with a takeaway from Honestly Kitchen. A few days later it was Andy's birthday and our wedding anniversary and the lads like the food from Honestly Kitchen so much that... Continue Reading →
A new ‘old’ shop opens – O’Hallorans Sweet Shop, Carrick on Shannon
This is a lovely story and one that I've followed with interest. A lady called Bridie Moore used to run a convenience store and sweet shop in Summerhill, Carrick on Shannon, the shop opened in 1932 and sadly closed in the 1990's. It's wonderful to see that Bridie's great-grandson Mark has recently reopened the shop.... Continue Reading →
The Icon Spa Launch at Castle Dargan
I was invited along to the launch of the Icon Spa in Castle Dargan Estate, Ballygawley, Sligo. This is a beautiful hotel located on 170 acres of parkland, including a championship golf course. I'd seen photos of the spa (and the afternoon tea) before and it was on my list to visit, so it was... Continue Reading →
Jimmy’s Coffee – Drive-thru Barista Bar in Ballina
I've previously featured Jimmy's Coffee in Swinford on the blog, and I was delighted to see that they'd opened a branch in a former filling station in Ballina, Mayo. It's named The Biden Corner, as it opened the same week as President Joe Biden came to visit Ballina. There's a lovely outdoor seated area at... Continue Reading →
Cakes galore in Charlestown – Inga’s Sweet Dreams
If you are looking for delicious cakes you have to call to Inga's Sweet Dreams in Charlestown, Co. Mayo. Inga has been making beautiful cakes and treats for years and her dream was always to have her own shop, Inga's Sweet Dreams opened at Easter in Charlestown, Co. Mayo - just a short drive from... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
It seems like ages since I've done one of these blog posts, it's been a busy time. I've found myself going out and about with the camera a bit more, which is quite unusual as I have a bit of a love hate relationship with it. I love bluebells though, so it's encouraged me to... Continue Reading →