Well me and Lucy came up with an idea of our version of the 12 Pubs of Christmas featuring 12 Treats of Sligo. It seemed like a fantastic idea at the time but not so great for my figure or my bank balance, what started as 12 was rapidly expanding by the minute - like... Continue Reading →
Hooked, Sligo
Just when you thought the food scene in Sligo couldn't get any better along comes Hooked. This new venture by Anthony and Eilish Gray already has people travelling from all over the North West of Ireland to check it out. You may know Anthony from the beautiful Eala Bhan Restaurant in Sligo - just down... Continue Reading →
Celebrating in Collooney
It was my birthday on Friday and although I hadn't intended venturing out Lucy and Laurence kindly gave me a voucher for Nook in Collooney. I decided we should all go there for lunch, we also paid a visit to Mill Falls (above) - well worth a visit. If you haven't been to Nook it... Continue Reading →
Culture, Curry and Chocolate
I had a bit of free time this afternoon. It feels like it's been months since I've had any time to just mooch around so it was lovely. First stop was to the Hamilton Gallery to have a look at the 'Invited Artists Exhibition'. It's a really lovely exhibition, there are some very talented... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food Trail Harvest Feast
Now and again I'm lucky enough to be invited to a special event. Yesterday was one of those days and this was an event that will be very hard to beat. I got to try some of the most fabulous food - all produced in Sligo and enjoyed the company of some lovely people. Sligo... Continue Reading →
Sheerin’s Steak Stir Fry
Now that Lucy has moved out I'm having to fend for myself and cook dinner. I always cook for the lads but Lucy used to whip up something delicious out of whatever was in the cupboard. I saw Sheerin's Meatin Place post a stir fry photo so I got inspired. So for the recipe: Rump... Continue Reading →