Wine of the Week – Navesur Verdejo 2020

Thu, Jul 08, 2021

Check out Joyce’s new and exclusive wine range from Spain and Portugal, selected by Masters of Wine student Antonia Dominguez from Antonia’s Wines.

Studying nutrition at CNM changed my life

Thu, Jul 08, 2021

I now have financial freedom and a flexible work schedule which is key for me as a single mum - I’m able to support myself financially and work around my family.

Skin Herbalist Clinic scheduled for The Clayton Hotel Galway Saturday 17th July

Thu, Jul 08, 2021

IBS is a common digestive disorder that affects million of people worldwide. It is often considered to be an embarrassing problem because of the symptoms and there is no scientific cause or cure, although symptoms can usually be eased.

Grant’s is leading the way in sustainable home heating with its Integrated Heating Packages for New Builds.

Thu, Jul 08, 2021

Having spent over forty years working closely with homeowners across Ireland to maximise efficiencies, reduce heating costs and future-proof their homes, Grant is now offering those building new homes, individually tailored integrated heating packages.

Gardenwise | Can You Do the Can-Can?

Wed, Jul 07, 2021

Do you think of watering as a chore or a chance to potter about mindfully, checking on your plants? I suppose it can be either, depending on what other tasks you have to juggle at the time, but I’d like to suggest that increasing your use of the humble watering can will help nudge it towards the latter.

Gardenwise | Gardening Scentsibly – choosing the best perfumed plants

Wed, Jul 07, 2021

I’m often asked about scented plants. They can pack a powerful emotional punch, reminding you of your mother’s favourite flowers or the blooms from your granny’s garden, so it’s not surprising they’re high on the wish list of lots of my clients.

Druid, the expression of imagination

Wed, Jul 07, 2021

It is hard to believe that it was 46 years ago this week that Druid Theatre first tread the boards. The location was the Jesuit Hall and the play was The Playboy of the Western World. The following night, they put on It’s a two foot six inches above the Ground World by Kevin Laffan and on the third night, it was The Loves of Cass Maguire by Brian Friel.

‘Might you be Jackie Coogan’s brother?’

Wed, Jul 07, 2021

 It was not only Winston Churchill who was cross and embarrassed at Clare Sheridan’s adventures in Moscow, London society was both alarmed and intrigued. It was surprised that a member of its upper class should have ventured alone into the viper’s nest. She was invited to balls and receptions mainly as a curiosity. One hostess told her outright that she was nothing but ‘a Bolshevik’, and a suspicion persisted that she was a spy, a fact that Clare did little to contradict. But despite a critical reception on the surface, her book From Mayfair to Moscow* was eagerly snapped up.

Baboró collaborates on a ‘mischievous adventure’ to raise children’s reading standards

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Two mischievous and messy tiny people disappear from the pages of a mysterious picture book… Where might they be?

Galway to host online conference on the War of Independence

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

JULY 11 marks the 100th anniversary of the end of the War of Independence. Ireland’s fight for self-determination, and its aftermath, will be examined from a Galway perspective at an upcoming online conference.

Quality, pre-loved, sustainable fashion in the heart of Galway

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Did you know Enable Ireland’s charity shop has moved? They are now located in the heart of the city at 3, Cross Street Lower, Galway. Their new shop is opposite The Corn Store, and near to Charlie Byrne’s Bookstore and the Dáil Bar.

Pelvic floor muscle training for mothers with stress incontinence

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a multi-award-winning chartered physiotherapist and clinical specialist in women’s health and pelvic physiotherapy. Her company is called International Pelvic Physiotherapy Management Ltd (IPPM). It provides a portfolio of services in the pelvic health space.

Menopause — a new start in life

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Menopause is not an illness, but a natural transition into ending the reproductive phase of a woman’s life. However, it is also a big change for many women with unwelcome signs and symptoms needing intervention. This gets much coverage in media, but there is less talk about how this can be an empowering stage of growth and independence for women where we come into our own, rethink and re-evaluate our lives emotionally, physically, and spiritually, asking, "What do I want? What do I need for my very own wellbeing and happiness now?"

Tribe Hospitality Group launches summer al fresco options

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Tribe Hospitality Group is back and ready for summer, the Galway hospitality group which operates five locations in Knocknacara, Salthill, Newcastle, and Renmore is launching a new way to spend summer in Galway.

Wine of the Week – Navesur Verdejo 2020

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Check out Joyce’s new and exclusive wine range from Spain and Portugal, selected by Masters of Wine student Antonia Dominguez from Antonia’s Wines.

Antonia Dominguez was born in Jerez, Spain, famed for its sherry production, and was raised in Ireland. She is a holder of the WSET Level 4 diploma in wines and spirits and is currently a student on the prestigious Masters of Wine programme, currently the only MW student in Ireland. Her expertise stretches far beyond Spanish wines, extending to all notable wine regions of the world. Using her meticulous and quality-orientated selection process, she sources unique, stand-out, wines at a range of price points and styles, representing wineries from both undiscovered and classic regions. Her selection is based on offering expressive wines with personality, and on bringing Irish consumers as close as possible to an authentic wine experience.

Enjoy a moment of Sereni-Tea

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

When two female led west of Ireland businesses come together great things happen - like Ella & Jo Cosmetics hand blended tea, Sereni-Tea.

Outdoor dining with a view in Padraicins

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

The team at Padraicins Seafood Bar are currently serving guests in a casual outdoor setting with spectacular views. Reservations can be made on padraicinsrestaurant.com using the booking button.

Cliffs of Moher develops new early booking system

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

A fully integrated ticketing, booking and capacity management system is being introduced at the Cliffs of Moher to further enhance the overall visitor experience for the 1.6 million annual visitors to Ireland's most popular natural attraction.

'Double Your Summer' in Limerick

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Limerick has issued a ‘Double Your Summer’ invitation to visitors to mark its new designation by Fáilte Ireland as a Wild Atlantic Way Gateway City.

Get your garden blooming with Bill Madden's Nursery

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Located in Frenchfort, Oranmore, Bill Madden Nursery is one of the oldest nurseries in Ireland, offering generations of experience under one roof. What's more, with a full landscaping service and 33 acres of plants and a knowledgeable team on hand to help, you will find everything you need for your garden here.

Bill Madden Nursery provides a full service for both retail and wholesale. With top quality trees, hedging, and shrubs grown on site, and an emphasis on hedging and shrubs adapted to west of Ireland weather conditions, planning your garden is a breeze.

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