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In the pretty town of Clarinbridge, a picturesque pub, Sherry's Bar, provides a surprising venue for Rustic Grub. Recently opened in a village already well supplied with good cafes and tea-rooms, it has hit the ground running — which says a lot about chef Maria McNeela and the ethos she has brought with her. There are very few people who could match the passion and respect that she has for food, and the menu reflects this in a variety of ways. She has found a space to showcase the best that the west has to offer and cooks in the Irish tradition — unrestrained, imaginative, and dedicated to pleasure — maternalism at its finest.

“I decided to be a proper writer because of Galway. It gave me the power and belief to do things. I hope to move here and spend more time in the city. There is nothing like Galway - I even love when it rains here.”

Irish optimism knows no bounds with many living in hope of a repeat of summer 2013 (so far so good). As the evenings begin to stretch, DIY stores will see a flurry of activity with people buying furniture, plants, and accessories to create that extra room in their homes - “The Garden”.

Mixgreens are delighted to announce the launch of their brand new restaurant in Athlone, opening on April 22. For the launch, they are offering a special offer with all dishes costing just €1 each for the day.

I had the remarkable opportunity to travel to Israel and Palestine last week to visit development and human rights organisations which are working for peace in the region.

Pearl Continental on Pearse Street, Athlone offers a fantastic €5 lunch menu, featuring stir fries, wraps, curries, homemade burgers, steak sandwiches, and salads, as well as weekly specials.

In a rare, not-to-be-missed collaboration, Maria Doyle Kennedy and Heathers will perform live at Wineport Lodge in Glasson on Wednesday September 4. The unique event will begin with a drinks reception, followed by a five-course dinner in The Restaurant and the one-night-only performance by two of the country’s most gifted acts. The concert will include a beautiful collection of songs and melodies as these talented artists perform live together in this unique setting.

Newly opened restaurant Pearl Continental is providing a dining experience that is new and different for Athlone.

One of the best cookery programmes of the last few weeks has been Rick’s India on the BBC with the English restaurateur, chef, and cookery-school owner once again donning his signature blue and pink shirts embarking on a culinary odyssey in search of the world’s best food.

Miracles do happen. Very rarely you get events like Limerick winning the Munster hurling championship or the Dubs (go on lads!) winning Leinster. Even more rarely you get hot summer heatwaves in Ireland.