When my husband and I traveled to Ireland I was surprised to find that the Emerald Island is a foodie’s delight! Before my visit I associated Ireland with Corned Beef & Cabbage and lots of potatoes. Never in my wildest thoughts did I ever think about all of the delicious fish they might enjoy. I …
Beef and Guinness Stew Recipe
It seems that to many people St. Patrick’s Day and Corned Beef and Cabbage are synonymous. Now, I like corned beef, but it is not my first choice for a traditional Irish meal. I prefer a nice hearty beef and Guinness stew! When we traveled to Ireland, beef and lamb stews were on many, many …
I Went to Vegas and Came Home With a Tattoo
They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Well, not always. I recently went to Vegas. And the tattoo that I got in Vegas, most definitely came home with me. And let me just say – I love my tattoo! Yes, I am fifty plus years old. Yes, I’ve had a tattoo before and paid …
Our Five Favorite Restaurants in Ireland
Before I went to Ireland I had no idea that this beautiful country was also a foodie’s paradise. Yes, we have all heard of the potato famine, and if you are like my family you celebrate St. Patrick’s day with a giant slab of corned beef and a side of boiled cabbage, potatoes, and carrots. …
Top Things to Do and See in Dublin, Ireland
We had such an amazing time in Dublin. I love the capital city of Ireland. It is a vibrant, lively city full of history, great shops, top restaurants, and some of the friendliest people that you will meet anywhere in the world. We had so much fun exploring that we needed to add one more …
Our Ireland Itinerary – A 14 Day Tour of the Island
We just returned from a two week trip to the beautiful country of Ireland. I cannot say enough about how magical this island is. Over the course of the next week, I will be writing and sharing with you many of the wonderful gems that we came across on our journey around the island. But …
Planning a Trip to Ireland
Planning a vacation can be very exciting, yet for me it can also be a daunting task. As you may have noticed, I love to get away, I love to explore new places and meet new people. What becomes overwhelming at times is trying to work out our schedules. With six kids coming and going, …