Brunch with Buddha at 56 Central
Thu, Jul 06, 2017
This summer the chefs are going outside to the Buddha rooftop garden at 56 Central to make brunch in the city.
Read more ...The return of Sunday lunch to the West End
Thu, Jul 06, 2017
John Keoghs, The Lock Keeper in Galway’s West End is bringing back Sunday lunch. In the past few years, it has been all about brunch on the weekends, well now led by head chef Joe Flaherty, Sunday lunch has never tasted so good. “Having 20 years’ experience in the kitchen, I definitely have an understanding about what food people want to eat. The focus is on nonsense food with a mix of old school classic and bold innovative dishes,” Flaherty explained.
Read more ...Brunch with Buddha!!
Tue, Jul 04, 2017
This summer the chefs are going outside to the Buddha Rooftop Garden to make Brunch in the city.
Read more ...Bridget Molloy and Eileen Greaney call time on service at The Galleon
Thu, Jun 29, 2017
When locals in Salthill think of The Galleon Restaurant, there is no doubt that Bridget Molloy and Eileen Greaney immediately spring to mind.
For more years than they care to remember, the genial duo have been welcoming, nourishing, and catering for generations of Galway families at The Galleon. Earlier this month, they called time on their service and it was with a heavy heart that Roger O'Sullivan, Ger Lyons, and the team at the famous Salthill eaterie bid a fond farewell to their colleagues.
Read more ...Summer festival drinks and dining at the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie
Thu, Jun 29, 2017
Soak up the atmosphere of summer this Galway at the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie at Hotel Meyrick.
Read more ...Helena’s Vietnamese spring rolls
Thu, Jun 29, 2017
For a new tasty dish this summer, Helena from Evergreen tells us how to make delicious Vietnamese spring rolls
Read more ...Caprice Café Celebrates its First Birthday
Wed, Jun 28, 2017
Recently described by Hotel & Restaurant Times Magazine as “Crafted Perfection”, Galway's chicest eatery, Caprice Cafe, celebrates its first birthday on Thursday July 6th. In less than a year since it’s opening, Caprice has grown in popularity wowing Galwegians and visitors with its delicious dishes served in beautiful surroundings. Located at the corner of Church Lane and Market Street, Caprice has certainly added to the vibrancy of the area. To mark their first birthday, Owner Vicky Casey and the team at Caprice have come together with the team at Galway Catering to create a very special barbecue event not to be missed which will take place at Caprice on Thursday July 6th from 7pm.
Read more ...Look who has a new Sunday Brunch Menu and its divine!
Fri, Jun 23, 2017
Since opening its doors earlier this year the Sitting Duck cafe has been full of surprises. From its freshly baked raspberry muffins to ice lattes or beat the freeze with a steaming hot chocolate, made with real chocolate drops, their new lunch and brand new sunday brunch menu. The Sitting Duck Cafe has become a part of the Galway dialect, a real home for some of Galway's local characters.
Read more ...Fancy something fishy?
Thu, Jun 22, 2017
I can’t believe the weather, it’s glorious, then it rains a little and then the sun beams down again. I have been asked lately for a simple, but different way to cook local fish.
Read more ...Succulent summer lamb dishes
Thu, Jun 22, 2017
Lamb is great any time, but this time of the year it is lovely. The weather is usual for our summer, raining one minute, sunny the next and it is hard to eat a proper meal in the heat.
Stir-fry strips of lamb with peppers and broccoli
Read more ...Summer menus and city dining at the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie
Thu, Jun 22, 2017
A new season sees the introduction of summer menus at the city centre Gaslight Bar and Brasserie.
With airy high ceilings and huge sash windows overlooking the bustling Eyre Square, The Gaslight is the perfect dining venue this summer. The smiling team warmly welcome guests with the renowned hospitality long associated with the iconic Hotel Meyrick.
Read more ...New, unique and fun for all - One taste and you're HOOKED!
Wed, Jun 21, 2017
Hooked on Henry Sreet's new refurb has it all. With its clean nautical vibe, Ali and Nuisin have brought their customers back to where it all began, with the mermaid, which is featured very subtly around the restaurant. The Hooked adventure starts on on the paved coastline of Galway's West End, right next door to its eldest sibling - Ali's Fish Market which previously named mermaid.
Read more ...Delicious fresh food made simple at Ballindooley Stores
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
Freshly cooked food to take away for busy people on the go are among the deliciously simple food offerings at Ballindooley Stores, all freshly prepared in store by All Ireland silver award winning chef and local resident Orla Corcoran.
Read more ...Discover authentic Italian cuisine this summer at Venice Restaurant
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
Venice Italian Restaurant is settling into its new, larger, premises at No 11 Lower Abbeygate Street, and this popular eatery is expanding its menu and wine list to celebrate the move.
Read more ...Barbecue bliss at the Maldron Hotel Oranmore
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
Summer is here at last, and that means it's barbecue time. The team at Maldron Hotel Oranmore make use of the sun trap just outside the Q Bar to host barbecue parties throughout the summer.
Read more ...Stop off in The Forge pub and restaurant, Moycullen
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
The Forge has long been known as a convenient stop off for visitors on the way to or coming back from Connemara, and it is just as popular with the local residents. The relaxed, cosy, atmosphere and welcoming local staff ensures it enjoys a large share of repeat custom, keeping it busy through the winter months.
Read more ...The highball down the West End
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
John Keoghs, The Lock Keeper in Galway’s West End, is bringing the highball signature cocktail menu to celebrate the summer and its first year on Dominick Street Upper.
Read more ...Creamy mackerel paté - a summer recipe from PoppySeed
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
The talented team at PoppySeed Gourmet Cafés are spreading some happy summer vibes with this recipe for the cafés' signature creamy mackerel paté. This summery recipe tastes divine, is simple to create at home, and it makes for a super-handy and flexible dip, sandwich filler, picnic item, entreé, starter, or mezze board addition.
PoppySeed specialises in fresh, homemade, creative, food and you will find the creamy mackerel paté on the new summer menu at its three daytime restaurants at Clarinbridge, Oranmore, and Eyre Street, Galway.
Read more ...Sunday service at the Connemara Coast
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
Is Sunday lunch a thing of the past? It has certainly changed. It is far more informal than in the past and it doesn’t even need to be strictly at lunchtime. These days, a Sunday lunch at home is just as likely to be a one-pot dish prepared in advance, a stir-fry, or pulled pork rather than a proper roast. In the summer it can be a barbecue or an al fresco picnic, perhaps with ice-cream and fruit, in the colder months, slow-roast lamb with seasonal vegetables and a hot pudding are the order of the day.
Read more ...Delicious food and drink overlooking Galway Bay
Thu, Jun 15, 2017
Enjoy top quality seafood at Padraicins in Spiddal, with gorgeous views of Galway Bay.
This is the perfect spot for a bit of breakfast, lunch, or dinner if you are heading to Connemara for walking, cycling, or exploring. And if you are looking for a restaurant off the beaten path, Padraicins offers a warm welcome every time.
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