Happy June! Too bad that someone didn’t tell the weather! There’s loads of Sligo Food News, as we head into the summer season. I got the chance to visit some new places, and returned to some old places, and I’ve gathered up some news that I’ve seen online too. Happy reading! Sligo Food Trail in... Continue Reading →
Sligo’s Newest Café – Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s
If you live in Sligo, chances are you know Jill. She spent 34 years running the much-loved Drumcliffe Tea House before finally hanging up her apron. After five years away, Jill is back with Jill’s Kitchen at Laura’s in Carney. The village of Carney is just off the N15 - heading to Lissadell. Step through... Continue Reading →
Discover Sligo’s New Picnic Experience at The Diamond Coast Hotel
Visit Sligo invited the Val to explore the new picnic offering from The Diamond Coast Hotel as part of the Sligo Picnics initiative. The hotel offers a delightful mix of locally sourced foods for picnics, perfect for enjoying Sligo's stunning landscapes. Priced at €18 for two, it's a fantastic local culinary experience.
Sunday Thoughts
It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve written a Sunday Thoughts post. Not many people read these, but that’s not really why I write them. They help me clear my head and reflect on the week. Sometimes something I write resonates with people, and that’s always nice too. This week has felt like a... Continue Reading →
Back to Bristol
I first visited Bristol in 2019, and then Covid happened and life got in the way. I always said I wanted to go back though — especially after I started following Urban Tandoor on Facebook. They’re an Indian restaurant with the most ridiculous (in the best way) curry-themed parody videos. Think Chicken Tikka instead of... Continue Reading →
Raghly Loop Trail – Or Half a Loop in My Case
We have more walks than you can shake a stick at here in Sligo. There’s a walk to suit everyone, from forest to coastal, and urban to rural, and I went on a very special one over the weekend. I headed off to do the Raghly Looped Walk, to be honest it took me long... Continue Reading →