Afternoon tea at Ballynahinch Castle

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

At Ballynahinch Castle, the focus is always on doing things as well as possible, and afternoon tea is no exception. A polished and considered experience to savour, afternoon tea at Ballynahinch Castle is both a traditional high tea and a very current showcase of Connemara’s finest products.

The perfect place to lunch

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

The Imperial Hotel, bar, and restaurant, located right on Eyre Square, is the perfect place in which to take a break from your shopping, or from your busy working day. Whether it is to stop in for a coffee/tea and a sandwich, or to have a full dinner, The Imperial Hotel, Bar and Restaurant caters for everyone.

A full bar and restaurant menu featuring fresh fish and Irish steaks is available all day, while carvery lunch is served from 12 noon. Children are always welcome with a full children's menu also on offer. The bar grill has a traditional, yet comfortable, atmosphere where hospitality and service is paramount. Known traditionally as 'the meeting place of Galway', The Imperial bar is the perfect place to settle in to watch live sports or meet friends for coffee and a snack.

Tribe time cocktail corner

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

The Clover Club, named after a group of men who met in the Bellevue-Stratford hotel Philadelphia who called themselves the 'Clover Club', dates back to 1896. Light, bright, and fluffy with a slight accent of citrus to balance the sweetness from the syrup, it is great as an after work relief drink.

Galway’s two Michelin Star restaurants retain their awards in latest guide

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Galway's Michelin Star restaurants — Loam, located just off Eyre Square, and Aniar on Lower Dominick Street — have retained their Michelin Star status in the new Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2017 published this week.

Loam is a restaurant and wine bar that serves simple and seasonal dishes with produce supplied by local farmers. Aniar serves contemporary Irish dishes inspired by the west of Ireland. These two inclusions in the guide bring to 10 the total number of Michelin star restaurants in the Republic of Ireland.

Great food and fun events at 56 Central this winter

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

56 Central has long been the home to good quality food and drinks in Galway city centre, and this winter the chefs are working hard to provide you with not only good quality but also at good prices.

New autumn menu at Seven

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

While many crimes against food are committed by pubs claiming the title of 'gastro', it is safe to say that Seven is not counted among them. It has earned its spot on the 'great places to lunch' list through consistently good food, inventive menus, and friendly staff.

Corporate hampers now available at Taste of France

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Taste of France is a unique French shop, located in Cross Street Lower, 30 metres from Shop Street in the heart of Galway city. Owned and run by Thierry and Catherine Schreiber, natives of France, this store offers a wide range of products produced by well known French suppliers from all over France known for their made-in-France tradition from areas such as Provence, Drome, and Basque country.

The shop is now offering French hampers — originial, colourful, and tasty, and consisiting of a wide selection of quality French products, beautifully presented in a wicker basket or other gift packaging, always expertly wrapped and finished.

Milano on Middle Street

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

It is easy to see why many parents of young children avoid restaurants and prefer to eat at home. The thrown food will hit only members of the immediate family, and few things match the embarrassment of a meltdown in a restaurant. But sometimes it’s necessary, and even fun, to eat out. Many parents want to dine out in a way that doesn’t involve plastic trays or eating leftover cocktail sausages while watching over your child in a pool of multi-coloured balls. It is important to choose a child-friendly restaurant, preferably one casual and loud enough to absorb any noise your little darlings might make. Years ago, before Dominos had come to town and Papa Johns was not even invented, there were only two options for pizza, for two different stages of your life. Monroe’s in Dominick Street was our preference for a slice before children, a great pre– or post–pub spot. In Galway, when you first have a baby, the traditional starting point is Milano on Middle Street.

Coeliac awareness event in Tuam next week

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The Coeliac Society of Ireland, in association with SuperValu, will hold an in-store event in Tuam next week as part of a nationwide series of events on coeliac disease and gluten-free living.

Participants can look forward to samples of gluten-free products, advice from The Coeliac Society, tips on understanding food labels, and an opportunity to speak with a dietician.

Juicy Lucy brings ‘no added anything’ juices to the market

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

For many, this time of year means a new start. Many people make plans for an October and November light on wine and carbs and heavy on kale, ginger, and cucumber to look their best for the party season. A large number of people turn to juices because they feel bloated and sluggish, dependent on caffeine and junk food cravings; there are many options for home-made juices and smoothies and myriad books and gizmos to aid you in the quest for perfection,

New restaurant Dulse to open in Barna tomorrow

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

As chapter one ends after 10 years in Mulberry's, chapter two begins with Dulse restaurant. Dave O'Donnell is the new chef patron at Dulse. After 22 years' experience in top establishments, he is excited to bring his experience and passion to Dulse.

Gin masterclass at the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

The Gaslight Bar & Brasserie is celebrating the world of gin on Thursday September 29, as it hosts a gin masterclass in association with Gins of the World from 7.30pm.

The excitement surrounding the introduction of new gin brands globally and the growth in popularity of gin has led to many referring to a ‘gin revolution’. Galway’s favourite city centre destination is joining forces with Gins of the World to showcase three world class gins on the night. Guests attending the gin masterclass will savour premium gins — Shortcross, Gin Sul, and GinRaw — as they learn the unique story of each and how best to serve.

The perfect place to lunch

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

The Imperial Hotel, Bar, and Restaurant, located right on Eyre Square, is the perfect place in which to take a break from your shopping, or from your busy working day.

Gin masterclass at the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

The Gaslight Bar & Brasserie is celebrating the world of gin on Thursday September 29, as it hosts a gin masterclass in association with Gins of the World from 7.30pm.

Artisan still one of Galway’s favourite

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

Above Tigh Neachtain's landmark pub is home to Artisan, one of Galway's more interesting and constantly evolving restaurants. Artisan enjoy a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship with their downstairs neighbor, Neactains, and have teamed up to offer a lunch menu. The gastropub-style lunch menu pairs each dish with a drink option such as craft beer, artisan cider or select wines from the pubs extensive beverage list.

Enjoy afternoon tea at the Loughrea Hotel and Spa

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

Afternoon tea is an indulgent treat that everyone should try. The Loughrea Hotel and Spa is now serving afternoon tea in the beautiful surrounds of the Sky Lounge on the Roof Top Garden which boasts panoramic views of the Galway countryside and Loughrea Lake.

You can indulge in delights such as homemade chocolate brownie, mini strawberry and fresh cream pavlova, freshly baked scones, and freshly cut sandwiches, served with freshly brewed tea or coffee, for just €15 per person, or with a glass of prosecco for just €20 per person.

Traditional Carvery Sunday Lunch is back at The Ardilaun

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

Due to popular demand, the traditional carvery Sunday Lunch returns to the Camilaun Restaurant at The Ardilaun Hotel in Taylors Hill, from this Sunday onwards, and is the perfect lunch stop for catching up with old friends, making some new ones, or simply celebrating a family occasion, and is the perfect way to while away a lazy afternoon.

Bringing colour to the streets with the Tapas Trail

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

The best thing about travel is the opportunity to eat new, exciting things, and sometimes you don’t need to travel very far to see food in a whole new light. The Campo Viejo Tapas Trail has just finished its second run in Galway, it gave just the opportunity to be a tourist in your own home. The passion, generosity, and vibrancy of Spain came to the streets of Galway from August 24 to September 7, taking place twice a week, on Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm to 9pm and Sunday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm.

NUIG graduation dinner at Brasserie on the Corner

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Congratulations! You have done all the work, now it is time to celebrate your graduation.

Lunchtime value at The Cellar

Thu, Sep 01, 2016

The Cellar has existed as a bar since the seventies when pubs were mostly for drinking in, and it was a more Bohemian place entirely then, a hotbed of music with Irish artists such as Mickey Finn and Frankie Gavin regularly playing there. It has changed hands a few times since then, in recent years becoming well known also as a casual restaurant which closed down at the end of 2010. It was not destined to stay closed for long and reopened in its current reincarnation in April 2011.

I have a soft spot for The Cellar Bar, and I doubt that I am the only one. I have been there during the last two refurbishments, seeing its transformation from a dingy watering hole to a modern venue offering good value food and lively nightlife. There can be few people who spent time in college in Galway in recent years who have not had the ‘all day breakfast’ at least once. The location makes it a great city centre meeting spot for lunch or for after-work drinks. And of course, most importantly, the food is that rare combination of good and fast.

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