If you're looking for something to do this weekend, make your way to Queen Maeve Square because the Taste of Sligo Food Festival is back on Saturday and Sunday. Now in its third year, the festival has quickly become one of the highlights of the summer in Sligo, bringing together some of the best food... Continue Reading →
My Guide to Afternoon Tea in Sligo
What could be nicer than a relaxing afternoon tea? Delicate sandwiches, a selection of sweet treats, endless cups of tea served in china cups. I thought it was about time I wrote a blog post about Afternoon Tea in Sligo, I'm starting with the ones that I've had, but I'll also include other places that... Continue Reading →
Is Brad Pitt in Sligo?
If I had a euro for every person who's asked me this week, "Have you seen Brad Pitt yet?" I'd be a rich woman! The truth? No. I haven't seen him. And believe me, if I had, you'd all know about it by now! So, why Brad Pitt? His latest movie is filming in Mullaghmore... Continue Reading →
Sligo Food News – July 2026
Here we are again, with another Sligo Food News blog post. There is a different format this month, where businesses contacted me to tell me their news, thanks so much to all who did. News from The Glasshouse, Sligo Thursday Theme Menu in The Glasshouse Sligo Come and join us for a Thursday Night Special... Continue Reading →
Sunday Thoughts
My usual Sunday Thoughts posts have quietly morphed into more of a diary than a collection of random musings. This week feels a little different. I could tell you about everything I've done over the past few days, but I don't really feel like it. I know I'm tired, and when I'm tired my emotions... Continue Reading →
My Visit to the Spanish Galleon in Sligo
There is such a buzz in Sligo about the Spanish Galleon replica, and it's wonderful to see it. Judging from all the photos and videos that I've seen on Social Media, I'm probably one of the last that has actually set foot on it! I booked my visit weeks ago, when I first saw it... Continue Reading →