Life's Sweet @ Sweet Beat

If you live in Sligo you may know that an exciting new café has entered the scene. Sweet Beat is a vegan café serving healthy, fresh food. It's refreshing to see something like this in Sligo - although there isn't a massive vegan crowd in Sligo the café thrives and already has quite the following. I'm not a vegan or a vegetarian myself so from this review you'll see you don't need to be to enjoy what Sweet Beat has to offer.

I was greeted by Carolanne, the owner of Sweet Beat, and her sister Denise who was more than happy to show me around and explain the menu. If you frequent Strandhill People's Market you may know Carolanne under her pseudonym Green Warrior.

After a quick tour of the café and a study of the menu it wasn't hard to decide what I wanted to get. I did plan to get one of the super salads as the weather has been nice lately but when I went in yesterday it was a dull day so I went for the vegan lasagne, their Daily Warmer. They also do brunch - avocado toast (which has caused quite the stir, I hear), hummus toast and their own homemade beans on toast. I treated mum to lunch and she chose the hummus toast which she enjoyed but said it was a little too spicy for her taste, which I did agree with. 

As well as all those yummy offerings they also serve raw vegan brownies, chocolate and homemade smoothies and juices. I went for a Rocket Cow smoothie (I assume this is a play on 'raw cacao' - I like it!) made with almond milk, nut butter, banana and cacao powder. 

The service was very quick considering it was the lunchtime rush and they were rushed off their feet. Mine looked and smelled great so after taking a few snaps I dug in. I'm not gonna lie, I wasn't sure how a vegan lasagne was gonna work but it was delicious - so full of flavour. It did taste like a normal lasagne but 'cleaner' and obviously without the mince. It was served with 2 super salads - chickpea and green bean salad and carrot salad, both yummy.

The Rocket Cow smoothie also didn't disappoint - I make this kind of smoothie quite a lot at home anyway so I knew what to expect. It's like a healthy chocolate-peanut-butter smoothie and it was surprisingly filling. So smooth and creamy considering it's totally dairy free. Among the other smoothie offerings was a turmeric smoothie (not sure how I'd feel about that), iced coffee, wheatgrass shot, ginger shot and a beetroot, sweet potato and ginger juice - as well as the usual tea and coffee. 

I was extremely tempted by the tempting brownies on the counter but I decided to be good and I was extremely full up - my lunch kept me going for the whole day.

You can find Sweet Beat on Bridge Street (where Chapters used to be, sob) or check them out on Facebook here. I give it my (non-vegan) approval!

Thanks a million to Carolanne for inviting me along and for the yummy lunch.

Beauty & Blogging

Apologies for the totally boring title, I've been sitting here for ages trying to think of something clever and my mind has gone blank, possibly from brainfreeze as it's so cold lately in Ireland. Apparently this country didn't get the memo it's meant to get warmer as the month goes on, not colder!

Yesterday I was contacted on my blog Facebook page by makeup artist Muireann from Make Up By Muireann asking would I like to attend a teens beauty and style group in The Hair Lounge in Sligo. I'm mad into all things beauty and fashion so of course I said yes. I love attending events like this as not only is it a great day out but it also gives me something interesting to blog about which is always a plus.

The group was held in The Hair Lounge, Caltragh, Sligo. I've never actually been here so I was excited to check it out. The salon itself is fabulous; bright and airy, stylish and simple. I'll definitely have to get my hair done there sometime - God knows I need it! 

Upon arrival the style consultant Kirsty Cawley and Muireann herself greeted me and chatted away - I immediately felt comfortable. I really appreciated this as usually I feel a bit intimidated going to salons or beauty events - I feel a bit like a spare part! However I didn't get any of that today, I felt totally included even though I was the oldest there as it was for teens. Most of the girls attending were doing their Junior Cert so they were a fair bit younger than me but they were lovely and chatted away.

We were led into a small side room which I assume is where the makeup/nail magic is done. The room was fabulously pink and girly and decorated with little signs, photographs and candles. We each got a clipboard, pen and sheets with various information and a style questionnaire to fill out. I found out that I'm mostly romantic/girly and also creative with my style which I'd agree with, I'm a fiend for charity shops! Our group had mixed style types which was interesting. We also talked about different skin tones such as warm, cool, clear, deep etc. I'd say I'm either a cool type or a clear type - the different skin tones are based on your natural hair, eye and skin colour. This information helps you find out which colours suit you best. I'm going to try on some of the colours suggested and see which ones suit me - I wear far too much black and white!

Next we talked about skincare and personal hygiene. I must admit I'm a devil for not having a proper skincare routine - too many times I've crashed into bed after a night out and not taken all my makeup off which is very naughty. One of my resolutions for this year is to get a proper structured skincare routine though and Kirsty gave us some good cheap options for skincare. She recommended the cucumber cleanser, toner and moisturiser from Boots - I think she said it cost her about €3.99! It just goes to show you good skincare doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. She also told us how you easy it is to make your own face/lip/hand scrub and hair masks - I'll definitely give some of these a go. Here's one from the sheet she gave us to make your own hair mask:

• Olive oil and egg mask for dry hair: Mix three tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil with two eggs and apply the mixture to your hair. Leave it to sit for 20 minutes before rinsing out. This mask hydrates and the protein in the eggs will help your hair to grow.

Next we talked a bit about different body shapes which I thought was very interesting. I told her how I have small boobs and big hips/bum and asked what I could do to give the illusion of more boobage and not make me look like I have the bottom half of Nicki Minaj and the top half of a 13 year old boy. She gave me a few tips for being pear shaped which I found very handy and I'll be sure to use them next time I'm choosing an outfit.

Lastly Kirsty asked if we had any questions and gave advice if we wanted it. She was so easygoing and funny and focused on us all individually which I thought was great. A lot of the time when you go to things like this if there's a big group you don't feel like you get enough individual attention but here the girls made sure we all felt included and joined in. 

Kirsty deals with consultations, colour, style, talks on looking good and feeling good and personal shopping. She also said she helps people sort out their wardrobes which I think is a fantastic idea. When I get her details I'll put them here - in the meantime she's listed here under the 'Sligo' section. Be sure to check her out.

After a short break it was on to the makeup part of the morning. Muireann works in The Hair Lounge herself. She had such an envious collection of makeup and brushes - I was nearly drooling! She showed us how to do an everyday look on her beautiful model, Chloe. The look consisted of a neutral eye, lip and cheek, contour and brows and she also gave us lots of tips along the way. 

She started with eyes as she told us it's better to start with your eye makeup so if you get any eyeshadow fallout or make a hames of it you can just wipe it off without having to re-do your foundation. Muireann gave us mostly cheap alternatives to some of the higher end makeup she used which I thought was great - I now have a list of products I want to try! She recommended mostly Nyx, Sleek and Catrice which are 3 of my favourite bargain beauty brands. She also showed us how to choose the most complimentary eyeshadow colours for our eyes using a colour wheel from an art shop. Again, she told us about different skin tones and how to match your perfect foundation shade. Something I found interesting was when she told us if your foundation contains SPF or zinc and you wear it while getting your photo taken your face will look ghost white because these ingredients reflect the light off your face and bounce back, thus making you look Caspar like.

As she showed us how to do the makeup she invited us to ask questions. I told her I find it impossible to find foundation to match my almost translucent skin and she actually recommended me a brand and said she'll help me find something which I was delighted about - hopefully no more blending my too-dark foundation down my neck and still ending up with the dreaded orange line! Muireann was also more than happy to show one of the girls how to do a structured brow which was interesting. It's great to have someone show you how to do something on yourself so you can see how it'll really look.

Muireann is a really talented makeup artist and I liked how she made Chloe look naturally enhanced and brought out her features. I think that's what makeup is all about - less is more. You want to accentuate your beautiful features, not drown them!

All in all it was a fantastic morning, I was amazed to find out it was Muireann and Kirsty's first time doing a group like this. I hope they'll have more for older girls/women as I think it's a great idea for a special day out or just to pick up some tips.

You can find Muireann on Facebook here or catch her on 087 9022219. She also has a website here. I highly recommend her for weddings, special occasions or just to treat yo' self! 

Thanks so much to Muireann and Kirsty for a wonderful day, it was such good fun and I now have about 4 sheets full of beauty tips that I'll be sure to put to good use.

Find The Hair Lounge on Facebook here.

An Afternoon at Lough Erne Resort

Yesterday after work I headed up t'North to pay a visit to Lough Erne Resort. Lough Erne is a 5* hotel situated beside the beautiful Lough Erne (imagine that) renowned for its golf course. However, as I wouldn't know how to play golf if Rory McIlroy gave me a personal lesson, I went to try their Afternoon Tea and check out the spa (starting to think Afternoon Tea and a facial is my trademark 'thing').

As we perused the Afternoon Tea menu, mulling over the Pink Afternoon Tea (includes a glass of champagne and strawberries), Christmas Afternoon Tea and Chocolate Afternoon Tea, our waitress, Nuala, passed around tea leaf samples so we could test the aromas of each tea. All the tea samples were locked away in a little case - it was like the Pandora's Box of tea. Shortly after, we were brought our chosen tea and a funky hourglass to tell us when our tea was brewed. I chose a chai tea which tasted like Christmas in a mug and it was so comforting sipping my tea in front of the warm fire.

 Shortly after, our cake stands arrived. As there were three of us we got choose one Pink version, one Christmas version and one Chocolate version. Of course, me being me, I sampled bits and pieces from each version (and regretted not getting the chocolate one for myself!)

Each cake stand included 4 sandwiches, a scone and a variety of different petit fours and sweet treats. The chocolate desserts were delicious and I enjoyed most from the Christmas variation too - although I gave the mince pie and fruit cake a miss. My cake stand included a delicious clove butter shortbread, a salted caramal macaron, a white chocolate eggnog soup in a delicate marbled chocolate cup and a chocolate cherry yule log. As I don't like salmon I asked for different sandwiches and the staff were happy to oblige. The sandwiches included cucumber and cream cheese, baked glazed ham and coronation chicken. I do have to be honest and say some of the bread was a little stale which was a bit disappointing. I also would've liked a few more sandwiches and petit fours but the selection was quite filling regardless - although I did end up stealing mum's glass of champagne and some chocolate covered strawberries.

After our feast we headed to the Thai Spa - an authentic Thai experience with Thai spa workers and massage techniques. I had a facial (of course) and my skin still looks and feels beautiful, the woman who tended to me was very gentle and made me feel very relaxed. 

After the facial my food had gone down so we decided to head to the bar and have a bite to eat. I chose 'glamburgers' - two miniature burgers - so cute and dainty. I also shared chocolate fondue with my mum as I couldn't resist. However, weirdly, the strawberries tasted a bit like garlic - I'm assuming a knife that was used to crush garlic was also used on the strawberries! Bit of added flavour I suppose.

So that's how my day at Lough Erne Resort went - check them out on Facebook here. If you're going for the Afternoon Tea I recommend the chocolate version (they also have a coeliac version for those with dietary requirements and a kids' version) and you should also check out the spa - the staff are so accommodating and friendly.

Thanks to all at Lough Erne for a lovely afternoon.

Scrumptious Seaside Dining at Trá Bán

I've mentioned Strandhill before in my blog - whether it's for a coffee and a cake at Shells quirky café, watching the sunset with a pint from The Strand or just for a stroll along the beach, Strandhill never disappoints. For fine dining, however, it has to be Trá Bán.

Last week me and my mum decided to head along to Trá Bán for a midweek meal. We'd never been before but had heard great things about it - not to mention all the impressive awards the restaurant (and its sister restaurant in Sligo, Eala Bhán) has won. I was initially a bit worried it would be all seafood - I'm not a fish fan - but I was thrilled to see the menu offered extensive choice for seafood lovers, meat eaters and vegetarians alike. All of the ingredients, meat and seafood are locally sourced so you really know what you're eating. As well as the usual foodie fare, Trá Bán also offers a range of wines and craft ales to compliment your meal. 

When we first went up to the restaurant (situated above The Strand bar in Strandhill) we were impressed by the décor - soft lighting was offset by sheer curtains and projected onto the wall was a light effect to look like waves. It was a very intimate and romantic setting - I can imagine this would be perfect for a romantic meal or something special. 

To start we were served a slate of bread with a seaweed and sweet chilli pesto - it may sound a little bizarre but it was divine and really whet our appetities. For the main course, as I rarely eat steak at home as I find it a treat to get when I go out for a meal, I ordered the sirloin steak. I'm not lying when I say it was the best steak I've ever had. It was cooked to perfection (I like mine bloody but the chef will endeavour to fulfill your request however you like your steak cooked), beautifully seasoned and juicy and served with pesto mash, mushrooms and onions. I don't like mushrooms so mum ate those but she said they were perfect also. Everything on the plate was so tasty and fresh - it made shop-bought steak taste like a McDonald's hamburger! Mum ordered the chicken linguini which I also had to sample of course. It was beautifully rich and creamy and again, fresh and cooked to perfection.

As I had a starter (the chefs in Eala Bhán and Trá Bán make some of the nicest soup ever in my opinion) I couldn't eat another thing until we noticed the chocolate fondue on the dessert menu. Chocolate fondue is one of my absolute favourite things in the world so me and mum decided to share one. The Belgian chocolate fondue is served in a mini saucepan and was absolutely incredible. It was rich, sweet and creamy without being too cloying or sickly - by the end I was tempted to just eat the chocolate with a spoon. The fondue came with diced fruit and marshmallows for dipping - there's nothing like soft fluffy marshmallows and sweet strawberries dipped in warm melted chocolate to finish off a perfect meal. Mmm...

If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy a nice meal for a special occasion look no further than Trá Bán. Beautiful food followed by a leisurely stroll along the shore - what more could you want?!

Trá Bán also offer Early Bird and Christmas menus for the upcoming Holiday season (it's creeping up on us!) here or you can enjoy a meal as part of the Thrill Of Strandhill package - be sure to check out the Facebook page to keep up to date on offers.

Thanks to Anthony and all at Trá Bán for a wonderful evening.

Seasides & Spas

Over the weekend I was delighted to get the opportunity to spend a couple of days in Yeats Country Hotel in Rosses Point. I'd heard positive reviews about it but had never stayed there so I was excited to experience it for myself.

The hotel is in a great location, a stone's throw from the beach and only a 10 minute drive from Sligo town - so we didn't have too far to travel. First on our schedule - after we dumped our stuff in the room which was spacious (we didn't have to share a bed much to my mother's delight because I'm a nightmare to sleep with apparently) and had a beautiful sea view  - was an afternoon of pampering at the spa. 

The first thing that struck me about Eros Spa was the inviting decor and the wonderful aroma that accompanied it. The spa is all warm lighting and rich red walls. We were promptly greeted by the delightful staff and given fluffy bathrobes and slippers to wear. First on the agenda was a clay mask application. The lovely ladies set about with the arduous task of taking off my makeup and smoothing our faces with a gloriously cooling clay mask to detoxify our skin while we bathed.

As I haven't had a seaweed bath in years, mum let me try the seaweed bath while she chose the botanical bath. Our baths were in a double bath room which held a shower and the baths - perfect for a couple or mother/daughter pampering. Thankfully we were allowed to keep our swimsuits on - no one needs to see that ;-)

I was a bit tentative stepping into the bath; if you've never had a seaweed bath before they don't look very appealing - the water is brown and you step onto slimy slippery seaweed - but they feel incredible. Beside our baths was a jug full of water and a glass of juice which I thought was a lovely touch as seaweed baths can be dehydrating because of their duration. I relaxed and let my worries melt away for 45 minutes and made sure to rub the seaweed over my body (oo-er) so that the goodness of the oils really got into my skin.

When our time was up (and at this point mum had fallen asleep in her bath, it was that relaxing!) we were led to another treatment room where we both had a facial. I absolutely love getting facials and this one was the best I've ever had. There's nothing like getting a lavender scented hot towel placed over your face while getting your arms and hands massaged - bliss. 

Straight after our facial we were turned over (and I managed not to flash anyone like last time...) for our back massage. I've never had a proper back massage before so I was a bit apprehensive - I felt a bit vulnerable lying on my front butt naked - but my masseuse, Denise, was more than happy to explain it to me and made sure the pressure she was using was okay so I really felt at ease. When we were finished I was so relaxed I was struggling not to fall asleep - especially when we got to the relaxation suite (again, with a sea and mountain view!) and were presented with tea, fruit and melted chocolate! The service was second to none. It was definitely the best spa I've been to so far, usually I feel intimidated at spas but I felt relaxed and comfortable at this one - exactly how a spa trip should be. Thanks again to Denise and all the lovely staff at Eros Spa - it's a gem and I'll definitely be going back.

After all that hard work getting pampered we headed back up to the room to chill out for a bit before heading for dinner in the hotel's Elsinore Restaurant. We got a four course meal which I struggled with, as someone who usually only eats one course when I go out for dinner. To start I chose soup and mum got the chicken wings which were delicious. For my main I got steak which was one of the best steaks I've ever had - the staff again were lovely and endeavoured to any of our requests (I showed mum up by asking for chips). For dessert I chose a banana split and mum got the chef's sweet plate - both were very nicely presented. Overall I thought the food was tasty and portions were plentiful.

We headed into town for a few drinks after our dinner and the staff were helpful and ordered us a taxi - a nice touch. We heard music coming from the bar so I assume the hotel also offers evening entertainment for guests. When we got back we fell almost instantly to sleep. The hotel was quiet and the beds were very comfortable - both things are essential to me for a good night's sleep. 

Breakfast the next morning was extremely busy. We did have to wait about 15 minutes for a table which was a bit disappointing but it's a good sign to see plenty of people enjoying the breakfast. There were the usual cereals, fruit, yoghurt and bread as well as a self-service buffet for full Irish breakfast items. Again, food was fresh and plentiful. The only thing I would say is there's not a huge selection of breakfast items if you don't like cooked breakfasts.

Overall it was a lovely getaway and we were sad to leave - we truly felt like we'd been on a mini holiday. If you're looking for a nice relaxing short break I'd recommend the hotel especially for families and elderly couples. Thanks again to Tara for a great weekend and to all the staff at Yeats Country Hotel.

Afternoon Tea at Eala Bhan

I was delighted to be given the opportunity to sample Eala Bhan's delightful Afternoon Tea today along with my mum. The award-winning Eala Bhan is one of my favourite restaurants in Sligo town, situated beside the Garavogue river. I've eaten here a few times before for lunch and have never been disappointed but as their Afternoon Tea is relatively new to the menu I was excited to try it - I do love a good Afternoon Tea. 

Immediately upon arrival a lovely waitress was quick to hold the door open for us and show us to our table, perfectly situated in front of the window and overlooking the river. One of my favourite things about the restaurant is the decor - it's beautiful in its simplicity and would impress anyone visiting with the selection of W.B. Yeats poem extracts on the wall and the soft lighting woven through the dividing curtains - making it ideal for a quiet, romantic dinner or lunch.

When we were seated we were offered tea or coffee (served in the most adorable china) and a complimentary glass of Prosecco to start us off. We were then presented with the most delicious amuse-bouche of courgette and butternut squash soup - I could've eaten a whole pot. Soon after our waitress and Anthony Gray, the owner of Eala Bhan, carried over three 3-tiered stands piled high with sandwiches, cakes and confectionery. Everything was so beautifully presented and lovingly made I almost felt bad eating it - almost. We didn't know where to start so we decided to sample the sandwiches first. There was a generous selection of fillings including salmon and cream cheese, smoked ham and cheddar, goat's cheese and pepper and a scrumptious chicken and pesto. The sandwiches were served on a selection of different breads; soda bread, bagels and wholemeal bread. 

I started getting full very quickly but of course I had to try some of the sweets on offer: cookies, macaroons, chocolates, cheesecake, marshmallows and scones were among the selection, all locally sold at Le Fournil in Tobergal Lane, Sligo. I had a bit of everything and they were all absolutely decadent. The cookies and the macaroons were my favourites. 

We were so full we couldn't eat half of it but the lovely waitress was happy to package up our leftovers so we could enjoy them at home, a nice touch considering I didn't want to waste a bite of the delicious food.

It was genuinely one of the most impressive things I've had the pleasure of eating and I'd highly recommend the Afternoon Tea for anyone celebrating a birthday, special event or just if you want to treat yourself with something different - why not!

A big thank you to Anthony and all at Eala Bhan for being so accommodating and letting me come along. Check out Eala Bhan on Facebook and their website.

Sun, Sand & Songs: Sea Sessions 2014

So here it is, the blog all of you (and by all of you I mean a couple of you) have been waiting for. A while ago I did a blog post about how I was preparing for the festival - read it here - which went down pretty well, so of course I'm going to update you on how the festival went. I know you're all dying to know how the toilet situation went.

Me and my best friend Bethany headed up on Friday - after getting a huge pizza to line the ol' stomachs - and got dropped off at the campsite carpark. Unfortunately the carpark was miles away from the actual campsite so we had to walk for aaages with all our stuff. I had about 3 bags as well as my sleeping bag and foam mat so I looked like a real-life version of Buckaroo.

When we finally reached the campsite we dumped all our stuff on the ground and stared at the tent. I kinda hoped it would magically assemble itself if I stared hard enough, but no such luck. Thankfully Bethany used to be in the Scouts (as you do) so she assembled most of the tent while I touched it a bit to pretend I was helping.

We were blessed with lovely dry weather so we spent some time chilling at the campsite having a few drinks. We have a friend who has a place in Bundoran so we headed up to meet her and then a group of us went to the beach and hung out there, drinking, having a laugh and listening to the music coming from Sea Sessions. We then went inside to check out a few of the acts. We saw Raglans and DJ Yoda - two acts I've never heard before but I really enjoyed both. 

The next two days seemed to fall into the same routine - head to the beach and then go into Sea Sessions. We saw The Strypes (which I only remembered when I went back through the photos, oops... I'm sure they were very good!) and walked around listening to various other acts too. As well as music, the festival also had a skate and surf competition and a cool contraption that they strapped people into and it spun them around - although probably not the safest idea after a few drinks.

Sunday we decided we had to see Kelis and Ella Eyre. We saw Kelis (who was very good but she has aged quite a bit, I don't think her gone-off milkshake brings many boys to the yard nowadays). Everyone went mental when she sang a jazzed-up version of Milkshake. We then headed to see Ella Eyre. However, she never came on and instead we watched a reggae act. I later found out her tour bus had had a collision just before the show - so gutted we didn't see her but I'm glad she's safe and well.

When we left Sea Sessions that last night I felt very sombre to know it was all over. I would've liked to see Hudson Taylor, Ron Pope, Rackhouse Pilfer and The Dandy Warhols but alas, you can't see 'em all, and I was glad I got to discover some new acts.

I didn't end up spending too much money (although I did think I was gonna have to pull out one of my kidneys to sell on the black market to pay for the drinks at the festival) and didn't do too much damage to my body but I am paying for it with a nasty cold now.

The camping situation wasn't too bad - the worst part was the lack of sleep, I'm an awful grump if I don't get enough sleep and we were located right beside a tent full of people who sang 'til about 7:00 a.m. - but hey, that's festivals for you. I'd like to camp again, just not at a festival. 

I shamefully ended up bringing my pee bottle and set up a 'toilet corner' in the tent with the bottle, tissues and antibacterial wipes (pretentious) but luckily didn't need it. Portaloos were plentiful and not that bad - although on the last day they were like a warzone and I saw things I can't unsee. I think my soul left my body. It was like musical Portaloos trying to find one that wasn't vomit-inducing. 

So that was my festival experience. I had a brilliant time and I'd cert go again - although I'd probably stay in a hostel next time! I'm dying to go to Longitude later this month but I'm poor. If anyone could hook me up with (give me) a ticket I would do nearly anything for you...within reason.

Nightlife, Sligo Style: Fifth On Teeling

As I headed out last night on a much-needed good night out, I decided this would be the perfect opportunity to feature some of Sligo's nightlife on the blog. I do go out quite a bit at the weekend and have been to most pubs, venues and clubs in Sligo - not that there are hundreds. I decided to feature one of my favourites - Fifth On Teeling.

Fifth On Teeling is located on Teeling St beside Pure Nightclub in the centre of Sligo town - in Irish directions, it's just down from the Garda station and just around the corner from the Four Lights - one an ideal location to end your night out and one not so much.

What appeals to me most about Fifth On Teeling is the fact it's a dedicated live music venue, a much needed place in Sligo's nightlife scene. It's more than a bar but not quite a nightclub. Going to Fifth On Teeling is a refreshing experience, a welcome change sometimes from the jam-packed stuffy nightclub vibe (no having your foot nearly broken by some wasted girl standing on you in 6-inch heels whenever you move) and more exciting and intimate than sitting in a pub all night. The live music selection is impressive - local artists and bands get their chance to shine and grow by playing gigs in the venue and if live bands aren't your thing, the venue also often hosts DJ's and comedy clubs - definitely a welcome addition to Sligo.

Most gigs are free admission and the venue offers an impressive range of craft ales, spirits and all your usual tipples with some great drinks offers including Happy Hour and selected drinks 2 for €5 on Fridays (which I really appreciate considering all the times I've gone out for a 'quiet one' and come home with no money....) all with a late bar.

If you live in Sligo and just haven't checked it out yet I really do recommend it, or if you're just visiting Sligo and are wondering where to go at night, pop in to Fifth On Teeling. The staff are delightful, the decor is funky, the entertainment is always great and the drinks are cheap - what's not to like?

You can check out the website here for more information.