Top looks for 2015

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

A kaleidoscope of exciting new colours, prints, silhouettes and trends has heralded the spring/summer collection at Brown Thomas.

Feet first

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Platforms make a comeback in keeping with fashion’s love affair with the 1970s. Salvatore Ferragamo features the “sandwich” platform wedge while the clog is also in the mix as seen as Gucci. The gladiator style features in the new season’s collection for Vince Camuto and Nine West with the laced ankle stiletto adding a touch of drama.

Trainers have edged towards a simpler, cleaner line or colour blocked while espadrilles and skaters are particularly prominent. Colours range from bright to pastels to metallics mixed with classic white. Touches of denim and floral prints are also in the mix.

Bags of style

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

The shrunken mini bag is one of the leading stories for spring/summer, according to Brown Thomas. The shoulder bag remains in the spotlight and comes with chain detail straps.

What’s hot for spring 2015?

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

• Flirty full skirts
• Crop tops

Top-to-toe style

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

A new contemporary women’s wear brand, which offers top-to-toe stylish dressing, is now available at Anthony Ryan’s in Shop Street.

Juniper is designed for shoppers who love fashion and want an individual look. Its spring/summer range is made up of three versatile capsule collections and is available in sizes 10 to 18 and in XL for knitwear and jersey.

Cotton on

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

The Casamoda label has a strong Italian emphasis taking its inspiration from the vibrant hues of the Amalfi coast.

Great choices for parents and children in Galway’s newest children’s footwear shop

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Parents needing more affordable options for their children’s footwear will take delight in a new shop which opens in the city centre today.

Kay Vahey of Hopscotch Kids on Upper Abbeygate Street — across the road from Candyland — says that her mid-range styles will cater for mums and dads on a budget, along with their fashion-conscious children.

McKennas’ Guides crowns Galway “the finest city to eat in Ireland”

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

The west of the country has been on something of a winning streak of late when it comes to food and hospitality. Kai Café and Restaurant was the big winner at the start of the year scooping the top prize, Restaurant of the Year for 2015, in Georgina Campbell’s Awards, the country’s longest-running hospitality awards. Run by New Zealander Jess Murphy and her Irish husband David, Kai had been converted from a tearoom to a rustic restaurant, and was praised for having seriously good food with a sense of fun. Best Asian Restaurant went to The Asian Tea House, with Mitchell’s in Clifden and Frankie Mallon of An Port Mór, Westport, awarded best seafood restaurant and best seafood chef respectively.

Afternoon tea at The Ardilaun

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Tradition, hospitality, and old world charm are synonymous with the luxurious The Ardilaun hotel, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea. The new afternoon tea menu will not disappoint. Head chef David O’Donnell has carefully chosen local artisan ingredients to produce an afternoon tea menu that combines classic delicacies in a contemporary style. A staple of afternoon tea, scones, come with added flourish — Cuinneog buttermilk sultana and chocolate scones served with Irish Mist and berry jam, vanilla mascarpone, and Cuinneog butter. Finger sandwiches take a classic and elevate it to include local producers McGeogh’s Air Dried Lamb, Cornamona Smoked Salmon — the humble cheese sarnie is transformed into chargrilled cereal bread with beetroot and pink peppercorn hummus, Aran feta cheese, arugula leaves, caramelised apple, and pumpkin seed oil.

Shape up and lose the fat with a revolutionary new course

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Do you want to improve your health, shape up, and get your waist back? If so then go along to Glenville Nutrition’s free information talk on how to ‘Lose Fat Around The Middle’ where you will learn how an inspirational 12-week course that could change your life forever.

The talk will take place at 7pm on Wednesday March 19 in the Maldron Hotel, Oranmore, and on Thursday March 20 at 7pm in The Ardilaun, Taylor’s Hill.

New weight loss clinic now in Galway

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Do you find it impossible to lose weight and keep it off despite your best efforts to diet? Does everyone around you seem to eat more than you, and yet somehow end up slimmer? Do you struggle to resist carbohydrate foods such as bread, cakes, chocolate, crisps, and pasta? Do most of your excess pounds sit around your tummy? Do you feel tired for much of the time, irritable, and unable to focus?

Hidden Hearing’s top hearing tips for Hearing Awareness Week

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Almost half a million people in Ireland have some form of hearing loss. More than 2,000 people will get their hearing checked this week during Hearing Awareness Week, organised by hearing healthcare provider Hidden Hearing.

Fixing your metabolism — the only real weight loss miracle

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

Fixing your metabolism is the miracle you need to lose your weight once and for all. It can double your weekly weight loss results. It is the only way to shift stubborn fat from your stomach, hips, and thighs. It makes it easier to keep the weight off afterwards. It is the most powerful anti ageing miracle available. In 10 weeks you can easily turn the clock back five to 10 years.

Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems like constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism for brilliant results.

The Head of the River

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

In 1976 a group of likeminded people got together to work out a way to make the sport of rowing in Galway more competitive. They decided the best way to achieve this was to set up a new club, and so Tribesmen Rowing Club was formed. Starting a new rowing club is an expensive business so they began a number of fundraising activities, running raffles, organising dances, etc. They managed to get their first crew on the water in 1977.

Mam Eán - A name that ‘speaks of the world’s wonders’

Thu, Mar 12, 2015

That great observer of landscape Tim Robinson reminds us that Connemara is full of saints. Perhaps there isn't a saint in the place today, but they were certainly there in profusion in earlier times. Looking around him from the heights of Errislannan, near Clifden, Tim observes that practically every one of the headlands and islands that he sees has its saint. There is St Roc at Little Killary, St Colmán on Inishboffin, St Ceannanach at Cleggan, St Féichín in Omey and High Island, and all the saints in the tangled archipelagos east of Carna, Bearchan, Breacán, and Enda; and the obscure Mocán or Smocán of Barr an Doire near An Cheathrú Rua, 'and finally the great St Colm Cille who has all the south Connemara coast under his protection...'

Remembering Máire Stafford

Thu, Mar 05, 2015

Máire and Seán Stafford were a touchstone of Irish language culture in this city for more than 60 years. They each had many and different talents and, when they were together, they made a formidable team. They were always together. It took him a whole three weeks after he met her to ask her to marry him. They kept Conradh na Gaeilge going for years, they kept Feis Ceoil an Iarthar going for years, they kept Féile Drámaíochta na Scoil going for years, they were the mainstay of An Taibhdhearc from 1950 for many years, their contribution to the quality of life in Galway was immense. They also reared a very talented family, many of whom were on the stage for the first time while still in their mother’s womb.

The woman who was - ‘fearless’ where the Irish language was concerned

Thu, Mar 05, 2015

Scene: A deserted foreshore. Pier in background, mountains in the distance, sound of sea birds calling, waves breaking on the beach. A beautiful day. Curtain rises on two attractive people holding hands, gazing lovingly at each other.

Dinner, drinks, and bistro bites at The Gaslight Bar & Brasserie

Thu, Mar 05, 2015

The Parlour at the Meyrick has long been popular as a meeting place for coffee, lunch, or afternoon tea. In the space adjacent to the ground floor reception, previously the Oyster Grill, you will find The Meyrick’s new bar and brasserie, the Gaslight. Although open less than a year, The Gaslight has quickly become one of the hottest spots in Galway for those looking for a vibrant city centre venue for dinner or drinks. Located right in the heart of the city, it is well placed for after-work cocktails, evening meals, brunches and lunches with friends or colleagues. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, suitable for any occasion, from a romantic meal for two to a corporate or family occasion.

‘The Butcher and the Brewer’ supper club at the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie

Thu, Mar 05, 2015

A cut above the rest, the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie is hosting a ‘Butcher & The Brewer’ supper club on Friday March 13 from 7pm. Enjoy a three course deliciously lush and meaty menu paired with the award winning Galway Hooker beers for just €35 per person.

An Púcán, the ultimate whiskey experience

Thu, Mar 05, 2015

An Púcán on Forster Street is less than a year in existence but its presence is going from strength to strength on the Galway food, drink, and entertainment scene. An Púcán is renowned for its remarkable selection of Irish and international whiskies, with around 200 to choose from. The extensive range can be enjoyed in traditional and truly modern ways — from neat tasting platters of food and whiskey pairings and truly scrumptious whiskey cocktails (try the Teeling Brûlée sour) An Púcán is not afraid to try something new and exciting with Irish whiskey.

The rugby-themed 6 Nations of Whiskey promotion is also great fun — who knew there was Italian and Welsh whiskey? — and after recently hosting a talk on The History of Galway Distilling, An Púcán really is set to be part of whiskey’s bright future as well.

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