All day dining at Armorica

Thu, Feb 13, 2020

There is a lot of great food outside Galway's urban sprawl if you know where to look for it. Located only a few minutes drive from Galway, Oranmore town has a plentiful supply of well-established places to eat. Basilico, set back a little from the main street, in the Coach House Hotel, is a very popular Italian serving a wide range of traditional, homemade, dishes and classic Italian wines. For something more exotic there is a choice of ethnic restaurants and takeaways as well.

Also on the bustling main street is another elegant dining option, Armorica Restaurant. It is an oasis of good food and relaxation where French technique and the Irish landscape inspires the cooking.

McCann's SuperValu Moycullen can cater for your Communion or confirmation party

Thu, Feb 13, 2020

Take the work out of hosting your child's Communion or confirmation event by letting the expert team at McCann's SuperValu Moycullen take care of the catering for the day.

New Sunday Lunch at The Galmont Hotel & Spa

Tue, Feb 11, 2020

“Bring the family together for a relaxed Sunday lunch in the comfortable surroundings of the AA Rosette Awarded Marina’s Restaurant.

Spend this St Valentine's Day with your loved one at Fat Freddy's

Wed, Feb 05, 2020

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, it's Fat Freddy's. Yes Valentine's Day is on the horizon and couples are looking for something special to do for their loved one this February 14 - answer - a candlelit dinner at Fat Freddy's Restaurant.

Merrow restaurant at the Pálás launches new menu for Galway 2020

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

To celebrate Galway being the European capital of culture in 2020, the chefs at Merrow restaurant in the Pálás cinema launched the first of their menus for this year — inspired by European cuisine, using local Irish produce.

McDonald’s Ireland introduces 400kcal and 600kcal ‘Meals Under’ range

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Whether for a cold Monday morning, or a Friday evening treat, McDonald’s varied menu has something for everyone. In fact, did you know that you can choose a delicious breakfast or main meal at McDonald’s for under 400 or 600 calories?

Each 400/600 calorie ‘Meals Under’ bundle features a tasty main, side, and drink. The ‘Meals Under’ options include McDonald’s favourites such as the egg and cheese McMuffin, Chicken McNuggets, and the Chicken Legend.

Colleran's butchers launches new turkey product range

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Turkey is regarded by some as the next superfood, a real healthy alternative for lunch or dinner. Refreshingly light with a delicious taste, turkey can be used for a variety of family favourites.

Ensure you cook your vegetables in a safe manner

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

Vegetables are extremely versatile, most can be eaten raw (as crudites served with dips, or grated into salads), and they can be cooked by virtually every method.

But for some vegetables, cooking is a necessary part of making them edible.

Savoury French toast is an ideal lunchtime snack of choice

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

This French toast with a twist from Siúcra is ideal for a tasty lunchtime treat. Delicious pancetta chive cream cheese stuffed French toast is sure to get your both your sweet and savoury taste buds tingling.

So much happening at the new-look Claregalway Hotel

Thu, Jan 30, 2020

The Claregalway Hotel is always improving and evolving its outlets to stay up to date with modern trends and styles — and this has led to the creation of new concepts in which you can enjoy the finest of food and drink in the company of your friends and colleagues.

The hotel has in the past year renovated its former restaurant Ti Cusacks and re-opened a new gastrobar, Bia & Co, in its place. The stunning new gastrobar has a great new outdoor patio area for guests so that you can enjoy summer months out on the terrace — handcrafted cocktails in a modern setting — all created by up and coming mixologists inventing fun and trendy cocktails. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining in the spring and summer months.

Collerans Butchers New Turkey Product Range Launched

Wed, Jan 29, 2020

Turkey is regarded by some as the next superfood, a real healthy alternative for lunch or at dinner time. With a delicious taste and considered refreshingly light, turkey can be used for a variety of family favourites. Full of protein and B Vitamins, turkey is perfect for those pursuing full bodied food with an eye on a healthier lifestyle. Responding to our customers’ recommendations, we at Collerans Butchers have produced a new turkey range of Turkey Inspired Products – A range of healthy burgers and “Easy Cook Range” – and as with all Collerans products - inspirational and flavourful.

Sangria, Latin cuisine in the heart of Galway

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

We are told by TripAdviser that there are about 450 restaurants in Galway city and no sign of new openings stopping just yet. Here is one more 'must visit' for your list. Sangria has just moved from a small space on the corner of Buttermilk Walk to a new culinary oasis around the corner on Middle Street, not a stone’s throw from the bustle of Quay Street. Brilliant splashes of turquoise enliven the walls of this restaurant which has a dining room full of character, casual wooden tables, and interesting upholstered chairs. It is a dark, restful, space punctuated with dramatic pops of colour.

Since its opening, this restaurant has quickly made a name for itself in Galway and beyond. Owned by husband and wife team, Guatemalan native and head chef Byron Godoy and New Jersey born Mary Carroll (no relation) pulled up their Latin roots and moved to Galway and found a location for a new restaurant. There is no doubt that Guatemala's loss is Galway's gain, this warm and welcoming restaurant fits right in to our diverse food scene. Sangria has nailed the unusual tapas list, less formal than a traditional restaurant and with a simpler menu and wine list. The menu has ingredients sourced from Irish suppliers and reflects well-informed care and enough adventure to make it stand out from most of its peers in Galway city.

New Year, new food — Fat Freddy's prepares to launch new menu

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

Everyone's belly is a little bit bigger in January and waistlines have expanded, resulting in good intentions to make a change to a healthier lifestyle for 2020.

Nutritious fish pie is a family favourite

Thu, Jan 23, 2020

This recipe is a great family meal. With experts recommending that we eat two portions of fish a week to boost our health reserves, fish pie is a great way to introduce fish into your diet.

Gotta blame it on the juice

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

Here we are in the second week of 2020 already, and how many of us are still keeping up with our New Year resolutions? Some healthy eating is a common one to make, especially if you made a little too 'merry' over the festive season. But trying to get all of your five-a-day into you can be more difficult than it sounds. Time is short, temptation surrounds us, and cravings are hard to ignore.

Brighten up your January with g style cocktail of the month

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

'I wish I was in the Caribbean,' created by expert mixologist Niall, is the g Hotel's cocktail of the month for January. Enjoy all the flavours of summer in the stunning surroundings of the g cocktail bar, signature pink Ladies' Lounge, or the Gentleman’s Room. Let the awe inspiring decor and relaxed yet upbeat atmosphere help you beat the New Year blues.

The g Hotel is the place to be in January. If cocktails are not your thing, the g also has a gin and whiskey of the month on special offer to tempt all palates. Try the gin of the month, award winning Silver Spear gin served with lime and strawberries and Fever Tree tonic, €18; or if you prefer whiskey Jack Daniels single barrel is always a winner, both neat and on the rocks, €8.50.

Have a taste of Latin America at Sangria's new Middle Street location

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

New Year, new location. Yes, one of Galway's favourite Latin American restaurants, Sangria, has upped sticks from its Buttermilk Walk home and moved just around the corner to 19 Middle Street, a location which allows for more space, more comfort, and more atmosphere.

But despite the venue being different, Sangria will continue to provide guests and locals with a truly authentic Latin American food experience. Latin America cuisine has long pleased the palates of people throughout the world.

Have a taste of Latin America at Sangria's new Middle Street location!

Wed, Jan 15, 2020

New Year, new location. Yes, one of Galway's favourite Latin American restaurants, Sangria, has upped sticks from its Buttermilk Walk home and moved just around the corner to 19 Middle Street; a location which allows for more space, more comfort, and more atmosphere.

Take the stress away by using Connemara Catering!

Wed, Jan 15, 2020

Connemara Catering pride ourselves on working closely with our clients, to ensure that all elements of your catering requirements are managed efficiently and professionally. We can take the stress away from your special occasion by catering for your Communion or Confirmation, house party or pub party – whatever the occasion – so you will be able to sit back and enjoy your day.

Elaine Donohue appointed as BIA Innovator Campus general manager

Thu, Jan 09, 2020

BIA Innovator Campus, the multi-million euro food innovation hub in Athenry, has announced Elaine Donohue as its general manager.

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