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On Friday June 27 this year, Galway saw the welcome return of one of its oldest bars in the form of the newly refurbished An Púcán, at 11 Forster Street just off Eyre Square. Keeping with tradition, it offers free music sessions every day, in addition to more than 150 remarkable whiskeys from Ireland and around the globe, craft beers, boutique wines, and now with a full extended food menu, An Púcán promises to be a very exciting addition to the east city dining scene.

I have always had a soft spot for Lisloughrey Lodge, enjoyed many good meals there, and slept soundly in the lavish bedrooms. Previously, a stunning job was done on Lisloughrey, transforming it from old style country house into contemporary country hideaway with bedrooms and suites individually styled and decorated, oversized beds, deep piled carpets, dark wood furniture, and the latest flat screen technology. The heart of the hotel is a magnificent period building and behind it, new accommodation was added discreetly in two-bedroom units built around an attractive landscaped courtyard with covered walkways. Set in the grounds of Ashford Castle and now in common ownership, the hotel has one of the most beautiful locations in the country. Perched above Lough Corrib, just outside Cong, the most picturesque of village with little gift shops to peruse, cafes and pubs to refresh yourself in, ferry rides and woodland walks to amuse you. Fishing, golf and even falconry are all on your doorstep.

I love being the food writer for the Mayo Advertiser as the perks are fantastic. Last week my wife Julie and I were invited to sample the new tasting menu at Season’s Restaurant on Main Street, Castlebar. We were greeted by owner John Mulroy and brought to a lovely window table which overlooks the Main Street. I have eaten here before and the restaurant is very clean and modern, but so comfortable that you immediately feel like you are at home. New head chef Tobias Streinetberger has brought many years’ experience of working on luxury cruise ships to Season’s Restaurant and likes to let the food and the flavours talk for themselves.

Celebrated fashion presenter for RTÉ and Channel 4 racing Marietta Doran added glitz and glamour to the Best Dressed Lady competition at the Midlands National last Friday at Kilbeggan Races.

The House Hotel, home to Galway's favourite cocktail bar, re-opens its doors tomorrow (Friday) and The House team are looking forward to relaunching their newly refurbished boutique hotel.

La Fougere restaurant at Knockranny House Hotel has been shortlisted across numerous categories in the prestigious Food & Wine Magazine Restaurant of the Year Awards.

The motto at the Prince Bar and Kitchen is ‘Fresh ingredients, freshly prepared’, and their delicious lunch options certainly live up to their reputation for fresh, wholesome food.

Enjoy a relaxing break in Westport, recently voted the Best Place To Live In Ireland, in one of the country’s best places to stay — Knockranny House Hotel & Spa, which overlooks the beautiful Co Mayo town.

An Port Mór in Westport has been named the best restaurant in Connacht at the Irish Restaurant Awards, while The Restaurant at Belleek Castle in Ballina has been announced as the best hotel restaurant in the province.

Some of Mayo’s leading artisan food producers were celebrated recently at the launch of the 2014 Gourmet Greenway in the Mulranny Park Hotel.