Update: Sadly St. Honorè will be closing on October 15th, 2022. Another Update: St. Honorè opened under new management in Spring 2024, it's been closed for a couple of weeks now (June 2024 - and Google is showing it permanently closed.) There's a new cafe in Sligo town, welcome to St. Honorè - which is... 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 →
Family friendly things to do in Roscommon
I have teamed up with Visit Roscommon to tell you about some of my recommendations of family friendly things to do in the county. Roscommon is a place steeped in myth and legend, with hidden gems around every corner and friendly faces to greet you. Enjoy unforgettable adventures from high in the trees, or under... Continue Reading →
Breakfast at Hooked, Sligo
I was delighted to be invited along to visit Hooked in Sligo recently. Hooked is one of my favourite places in Sligo town. For me, eating out isn't just about the food (although of course it's important), but it's about the whole experience. I love to see a place with the 'wow' factor, and Hooked... Continue Reading →
The Butterfly Garden in Swinford
There's a very special community initiative that I want to tell you about in Swinford, Co. Mayo. In 2020 a group of bereaved mothers got together and came up with the idea of a baby memorial garden. They fundraised and got support from the local community, and The Butterfly Garden was opened in August 2022.... Continue Reading →
Tobernalt Holy Well, Sligo
I used to write for Sligo Now Magazine and back in 2019 I wrote an article about Tobernault Holy Well. I always find a sense of peace here, and I know so many other people do too. I thought you'd like to read the full article: Just a short drive from Sligo town you will... Continue Reading →