Chesney fireplaces

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

Established in 1983, Chesney's is the UK's leading supplier of reproduction, antique, and period fireplaces. Years of experience, outstanding craftsmanship, and innovative approach to fireplace designs has enabled the company to build a reputation for authentic, high quality, fireplaces finished to the highest of standards. Over the years it has built relationships and created a range of contemporary fireplaces based on the visions of some of the world’s leading interior designers including Jasper Conran, Kelly Hoppen, and Jane Churchill.

The Yoga Shala

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

David and Laragh Cunningham of the Yoga Shala have just returned from four months studying and working with Australia’s most respected yoga teachers and physiotherapists in Sydney. Simon Borg Olivier and Bianca Machliss have propelled yoga into mainstream Australian life through their innovative teachings over the past 25 years.

“It’s exciting to be the first to bring yoga synergy’s teachings to Europe. The style is a merging of elements of traditional and ancient hatha yoga styles and Simon and Bianca’s in-depth scientific knowledge of anatomy and physiology,” Cunningham explained. David and Laragh have established themselves through their Yoga schools in Galway city and Barna among Ireland’s most respected yoga teachers. Their work with the Connacht rugby team and Galway footballers has encouraged more men to try yoga to help with their sport and wellbeing.

Disability group wants Government to reinstate essential services

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

An organisation which is campaigning against budgetary cuts to the Brothers of Charity services is calling on the Government to guarantee families that essential services already cut will be reinstated and that frontline services will not be curtailed.

Tips for choosing your hat for the races

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

A hat is one of the best parts of dressing up for the races. They add drama and balance the overall look. If wearing a hat, make sure it stays in place. If hats simply are not your thing, then try a fascinator, hair band, or flowers.

Notes for the Season

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

For those suffering from World Cup saturation, the focus is starting to turn towards glamour, and just in time to get ready for the just finished Film fleadh, Arts Festival and famous Galway Races, during which the g Hotel is hosting a Best Hat Competition. The fashion world is buzzing about what’s coming over the next few months.

We’re excited to see that tailoring is still timeless, yet we can swing to the other end of the spectrum too with asymmetrical short dresses, cleverly done in Love Moschino in jersey, and to a more structured, almost architectural degree, in Karen Millen.

Mount Falcon, Ballina

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

I recently had a very enjoyable and informative evening at Mount Falcon in Ballina. The head chef, Philippe Farineau has started a series of dinners where he cooks each course in front of all the guests and meanwhile the main kitchen is preparing the same items for serving just as he finishes the talk and demonstration. I was not sure how this would work in reality; however, I can now say that it was an experience worth recommending to everyone who likes good food. Philippe has a great passion for cooking and the dishes he chooses are well within the capability of any amateur cook. There was a champagne reception and I really have to compliment Mount Falcon as it is one of the very few “champagne receptions” that I have attended where they actually serve champagne, nicely chilled bottles of Tattinger were awaiting us as we arrived for the meal.

Get Glam for the races with key looks

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

In this week’s column get some hot looks ideas for the racing season

The egg and butter market, Woodquay

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

This photograph of that part of the Woodquay market at the corner with Eyre Street, was taken c 1890. It was here that country women gathered to sell their eggs and country butter. The market had a long tradition in Woodquay even at that time.

Ireland’s greatest Gaelic lords gathered at Knockdoe

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

(Week II)

Beauty and Fashion Teen Camp

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Purejoy beauty salon and fashion stylist Delilah have teamed up to create an exciting summer camp with a difference for teenage girls, aged between 13 and 18 years. The three day beauty and fashion teen camp, which begins July 12 offers teenagers a wealth of invaluable beauty tips as well as inviting them to learn the very latest fashion trends for the season, how to dress for their body shape and the all important art of accessorising.

The teen camp will take place in the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill, on July 12, 13, and 14, and again on August 9, 10, and 11 costing €65 per person.

Off to the races with Emily-Jean designs

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

The race is already on at Emily-Jean Designs, which is busy creating custom made hats and headpieces in advance of the Galway Races. Although it is only a few weeks away, there is still time to create a bespoke design to stand out on race day. To help women find the right look Emily-Jean Designs has introduced a highly popular spring/summer 2010 collection of ready-to-wear occasionwear hats.

Caring for the carers

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

More education and training is needed for carers to help them cope with their role, according to the manager of the HSE West’s carers’ department.

Beating the summertime blues

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

“Yipee, it’s holiday time again.” That is the chant from primary school children as they cast aside their books, bags and uniforms and get set to enjoy the long summer break.

No more classes, homework or getting up early - at least not for two months. There may even be a chance to lie on in bed longer in the morning and stay up later at night.

Beating the summertime blues

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

“Yipee, it’s holiday time again.” That is the chant from primary school children as they cast aside their books, bags and uniforms and get set to enjoy the long summer break.

Know your fabrics: Canovas

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Part of the Colefax and Fowler family, the Manuel Canovas collection includes perfume, apparel, luxury bedding, and home accessories but is best known for exquisite fabrics.

Furniture and carpets at unbeatable prices

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Galway’s newest and brightest furniture and carpet showroom is now open on the Tuam road. G furniture and carpets offers customers unbelievable value and choice, with 15,000 square feet of household furniture and carpets. Individual bedroom settings offer inspiration to anybody looking for a perfect room. The majority of the furniture is either manufactured in Gannons Furniture, a long established business in Roscommon or sourced direct from the best factories in the world. This is how G furniture and carpets is able to offer the unbeatable prices on offer.

Cookes Restaurant & Wine Bar

Thu, Jul 08, 2010

Cookes Restaurant & Wine Bar is located on 28 Upper Abbeygate Street in Galway, just facing you as you enter the street from The Connacht Tribune direction.

Teen style

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Jeans are noted for their versatility and wearability. Easy to dress up or down they are the ideal choice for casual summer style.

Watch your Waistline2

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

It’s not what you eat, but your appetite, that makes you gain weight, meaning people who don’t think about food do not tend to be overweight.

Barbecue season recipes

Thu, Jul 01, 2010

Helmann’s, Ireland’s favourite mayonnaise, is celebrating summer with its revamped website, www.hellmanns.ie, developed especially for the Irish barbecue season. The company has provided a range of delicious recipes to make your next barbecue a tasty affair.

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