Restaurants — by design and some cool deals

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

A successful eatery is one where you feel good and do not want to leave, and one to which you will return regularly. It must of course provide great food and great service at an acceptable price. The more intangible ingredient is the atmosphere, the look and feel of the place. Some places have it naturally, eg, Moran’s of the Weir; others have to design it, and a stunning example of this would be the grand salon lounge in the g Hotel. Not everyone may love it but for many it has a wonderful wow factor as well as being an extremely comfortable space to relax in.

Health & Fitness

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Fat is necessary for life but unfortunately many of us consume the wrong types of fat. Our intake of different fats has changed markedly during the last century. We eat far more saturated fats and vegetable oils which contain omega-6 fatty acids, whereas our intake of fatty fish oils (omega-3) has decreased by 80 per cent during the last 80 years. We eat much less fish today, so most of us suffer from a deficiency of omega-3 fatty oils.

Many people are realising that they and their families need more than a multivitamin to support their health and achieve optimum well-being. Independent research is demonstrating time and time again the value of essential fatty acids found in omega-3 fish oils. The Eskimo range has been meticulously researched and formulated to provide you with incredibly pure omega-3 fish oils to support you and your family’s health requirements.

Eat more fish… and demand Irish seafood

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

If you haven't been to the Galway market recently it’s worth taking a trip to see Gannet Fishmongers’ impressive fish and seafood display. Named for the famous fish-guzzling Atlantic seabirds, The Gannet team are experienced professionals whose mission is to get the people of Galway eating — and loving — fish.

Learn tai chi in Galway

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

With the increasing interest in the West in making healthy lifestyle choices, finding ways to destress and regain balance, tai chi is becoming a popular choice due to its physical and mental health benefits. Stress is widely regarded as the underlying cause of many illnesses and tai chi is designed to teach practitioners to relax and reduce or avoid stress.

Improved sleep patterns, elevated mood, confidence, and deeper inner calm through daily practice make tai chi a very popular exercise. Improvements in digestion and bowel function, cardio-respiratory function, immune system and cognitive function, physical and psychosocial improvements in MS patients, reduction of falls among the elderly, and beneficial reports by those with arthritic conditions and osteoporosis have all been documented.

At home With La Maison Chic

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Light is key to the way we function day to day. It affects our mood, it tells us when to wake and when to go to bed, it is an external clock that automatically triggers our minds. It defines an ambience, it highlights, makes plants grow, and can create an atmosphere of warmth. Lighting says a lot — it can make guests feel welcome and heighten a romantic interlude. It sets the stage for entertainment and has the ability to direct your attention. It provides security and a sense of piece and calm. People may fear the dark, but no one fears the light.

La Maison Chic refurbishes Galway landmark

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Imagine relaxing on your sofa in your own piece of history. Formerly a Church of Ireland chapel in Kiltullagh near Loughrea, this famous local landmark was built in 1808 and 200 years later it was given a new lease of life. It was deconsecrated in 1920 and had been used as an Irish Army billet, dancehall, sports hall, and workshop. The one of a kind renovation project has been picked by The Sunday Times home edition and Upstairs Downstairs magazine for their covers. This is a massive achievement for La Maison Chic.

Flower power

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Floral prints, bright stripes, and textured blocks of colour in clean cut shapes usher in Peruzzi’s cool yet feminine spring/summer collection.

BareMinerals at Brown Thomas

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

The world’s pioneer of mineral make-up, bareMinerals, will be available at Brown Thomas in mid March.

Mum’s the word

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Flowers, perfume, chocolates, cash, or a voucher for dinner at a nice restaurant? If you are trying to come up with a suitable gift for your mum for Mother’s Day and have a tight budget look no further than your local Aldi store.

It is offering a touch of celebrity lifestyle glamour with its designer brand fragrances (€24.99 each). Perfumes in the range include Brand Beckham’s “Intimately Beckham”, Sarah Jessica Parker’s “Lovely”, and the classic “Anais Anais” by Cacherel. If your mum has green fingers she will love the Zantedeschia/Calla Lily Kit (€12.99 each). It contains two bulbs, a root bag, compost, and a ceramic pot.

Buzzing with health

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

If you are battling a cold or flu or just feeling below par generally check out Manuka Health’s MGO Manuka honey.

Put a spring in your step

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

If winter has taken its toll on you and you feel weary and lack energy maybe you should consider getting a tonic to restore your lost vitality.

Competition

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

To celebrate the launch of Galway’s newest Lancôme department at University Late Night Pharmacy it is offering one lucky reader a professional skin analysis with Lancôme’s diagnosis machine in addition to a Lancôme hamper.

Lancôme experts will help the competition winner select a suitable skincare regime before presenting her with the free hamper of skincare products to suit her skin type.

Splash out at Brown Thomas spring beauty and fashion event

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Splashout, the spring beauty and fashion event, will take place from Thursday March 5 to Mother’s Day, Sunday March 22 in all Brown Thomas stores. The event will see a host of visiting international make-up artists demonstrating the hot colours and trends for face, nails, and body.

Elysium Day Spa shortlisted for beauty industry Oscars

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

Elysium Day Spa & Laser Clinic, Moycullen, has been shortlisted to the final five for the IBPA Salon of the Year award.

How important is colour?

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

It has been proven that the human eye responds positively to harmonious colours. Colour is the first thing you notice when you see someone. Wearing the right colours for you can make you look better, healthier, and even taller! A trained colour consultant can show you what colour palette suits you best. During a consultation you will:

Great value at Belladonna

Thu, Mar 05, 2009

It was a great feat for leading Galway bridal shop Belladonna to have one of its stunning wedding gowns featured on RTE’S Afternoon Show last Thursday.

The Connacht Tribune, one hundred years

Thu, Feb 26, 2009

The first issue of the Connacht Tribune was published on May 22, 1909. The newspaper was housed in Market Street, originally known as North Street (the Tribune side was known as North Street West). We know from the 1651 map that the site it occupied was originally part of the Athy Castle, also the castle belonging to the French family and part of the convent occupied by the Poor Clares. There was an underground passage from the convent running under Market Street and branching underground to St Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. This enabled the nuns who were and are an enclosed order, to attend services in the church, and to use the tunnel as a hiding place in times of persecution.

Galway - embraced by Dr Strangelove?

Thu, Feb 26, 2009

Week II

Coping with workplace stress

Thu, Feb 26, 2009

When you wake up in the morning does your heart sink at the thought of going to work? Does facing exacting deadlines, a bullying boss or unco-operative colleagues fill you with dread and fear?

Mirror, mirror on the wall

Thu, Feb 26, 2009

Mirrors are the perfect complement to natural and artificial lights in a home and a skilfully picked up mirror can refresh even the most boring interior, giving to it a special, unique, style. It can be an imperceptible detail, and can set the fashion for the whole interior. The mirror is able to generate various spatial and light illusions, to hide lacks of the lay-out and to do many other things.

Mirrors are magical when it comes to interior design. Yes, mirrors are great for fixing up your hair, but mirrors can also give a room an illusion of depth as well as make up beautiful wall decor. Mirrors do not just belong in the bathroom and bedroom. Mirrors can be excellent additions to any space, especially smaller spaces. The way in which mirrors reflect light and the rest of the room can really give your room a larger feel to it. And there are so many interesting mirrors out there with beautiful and unique frames that you are sure to find some to match your current home decor.

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