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Harry’s Shack – Sand, Sea, and Seriously Good Seafood

If you’re up for a proper coastal day out — toes in the sand, sea air in your lungs, and a plate of the freshest seafood in front of you — then Harry’s Shack in Portstewart is calling your name. Perched right on the edge of the National Trust-owned Portstewart S

Wee Tom’s – A Proper Pint, Trad Tunes, and centuries of craic

Just a short stroll from Lagom, tucked into the heart of Ballycastle, you’ll find Wee Tom’s — the name locals still use with affection for one of Ireland’s most iconic pubs: The House of McDonnell. Established in 1744, this place is steeped in history. Originall

Slow Bread, Honest Pastry, and Big Coastal Heart: A Visit to Ursa Minor

A ten-minute wander from Lagom brings you to Ursa Minor — a bakery rooted in Ballycastle’s craft and character. The scent of fresh bread drifts onto the street, the pastries are worth pausing for, and every loaf feels like a small celebration of this corner of the c

A Cheese Lover’s Pilgrimage: Maegden in Bushmills

There are grilled cheese sandwiches… and then there’s Maegden. If your adventures on the North Coast take you to Bushmills (as they should), make sure you carve out time — and appetite — for a visit to Maegden, the artisan cheesemonger and grilled cheese heaven

Cod Save the King-Sized Portion: The Legend of Morton’s in Ballycastle