Barbecue bliss at the Maldron Hotel Oranmore

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Summer is here at last, and that means it's barbecue time. The team at Maldron Hotel Oranmore make use of the sun trap just outside the Q Bar to host barbecue parties throughout the summer.

Stop off in The Forge pub and restaurant, Moycullen

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The Forge has long been known as a convenient stop off for visitors on the way to or coming back from Connemara, and it is just as popular with the local residents. The relaxed, cosy, atmosphere and welcoming local staff ensures it enjoys a large share of repeat custom, keeping it busy through the winter months.

The highball down the West End

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

John Keoghs, The Lock Keeper in Galway’s West End, is bringing the highball signature cocktail menu to celebrate the summer and its first year on Dominick Street Upper.

Creamy mackerel paté - a summer recipe from PoppySeed

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The talented team at PoppySeed Gourmet Cafés are spreading some happy summer vibes with this recipe for the cafés' signature creamy mackerel paté. This summery recipe tastes divine, is simple to create at home, and it makes for a super-handy and flexible dip, sandwich filler, picnic item, entreé, starter, or mezze board addition.

PoppySeed specialises in fresh, homemade, creative, food and you will find the creamy mackerel paté on the new summer menu at its three daytime restaurants at Clarinbridge, Oranmore, and Eyre Street, Galway.

Sunday service at the Connemara Coast

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Is Sunday lunch a thing of the past? It has certainly changed. It is far more informal than in the past and it doesn’t even need to be strictly at lunchtime. These days, a Sunday lunch at home is just as likely to be a one-pot dish prepared in advance, a stir-fry, or pulled pork rather than a proper roast. In the summer it can be a barbecue or an al fresco picnic, perhaps with ice-cream and fruit, in the colder months, slow-roast lamb with seasonal vegetables and a hot pudding are the order of the day.

Delicious food and drink overlooking Galway Bay

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Enjoy top quality seafood at Padraicins in Spiddal, with gorgeous views of Galway Bay.

This is the perfect spot for a bit of breakfast, lunch, or dinner if you are heading to Connemara for walking, cycling, or exploring. And if you are looking for a restaurant off the beaten path, Padraicins offers a warm welcome every time.

Skip the early start this summer at the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The four star Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport offers luxurious family accommodation with all the essentials and comforts you would expect. All of the hotel’s 100 bedrooms have recently been refurbished, offering maximum comfort for all families travelling this summer.

Relax in one of the hotel’s spacious interconnected family rooms which offer unparalleled views of Dublin from your balcony; each room is fitted with a 5' king size bed and single bed, with the option of requesting an additional bed.

Travel to Salou from Knock this summer with Fahy Travel Worldchoice

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The Costa Dorada is a region in the northeast of Spain that is known as the Gold Coast due to its abundance of long sandy beaches. It is the ideal family holiday destination in Spain and is packed with excellent seaside resorts, one of Europe's largest theme parks, and the fabulous city of Barcelona is located close by.

Enjoy four star luxury for all occasions at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown is one of the finest four star hotels in Dublin, offering superb conference and meeting facilities, together with stylish dining options to suit everyone’s taste. The hotel is a luxurious contemporary lively hub, with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms, very popular with ladies' groups where shopping or going to the theatre or races is a must. This hotel is easily connected to many of Dublin’s most popular tourist destinations which are right on the doorstep. It stands in the heart of Dublin 15.

Explore the Wild Atlantic Way with Bus Éireann

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The iconic Wild Atlantic Way route will be a busy attraction this summer, and what better way to travel it than Bus Éireann’s extended 350 coastal service on an Open Road ticket.

The opening of Pearse Stadium

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

June 16, 1957, was a blistering hot day, a day of celebration for the Galway GAA fraternity. It was the day the president of the GAA , Seamus McFerran, officially opened the Pearse Stadium in Rockbarton.

The behaviour of the girls was causing problems

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Apart from overcrowding and disease, the biggest problem in many of the workhouses was the behaviour of young women. The women, who perhaps had been brought there as children, were now adolescent, many of them unruly and wild. They tended to be the most troublesome, involved in fighting and, on occasions, rioting. Their behaviour resulted from boredom. While males could be employed breaking stones, or farm work, there were not enough jobs for females, and no effort made to educate them or train them in any skill. By June 1850 in the Mountbellew workhouse, Co Galway, females made up 60 per cent of the inmate population. Three hundred and eighty two were adult; while 199 were aged between nine and 15 years.

GMIT announces inaugural summer camp for young entrepreneurs

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

GMIT School of Business will run a free Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp for 20 second level students this summer. The programme is part of a national initiative, announced earlier this year by the Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton, funded by the Higher Education Authority.

Kevin McDonagh and Ivan McPhillips, lecturers in enterprise, creativity, and innovation, will lead the delivery of the camp from the GMIT Innovation Hub at the Dublin Road, Galway, campus. The summer camp is for secondary school students in Galway city and county, aged 12 to 17 years. It will run from Monday July 17 to Friday July 21, from 10am to 4pm (except Friday, when it runs from 10am to 1pm). Participation is free and lunch/refreshments are provided each day.

Are you self-employed, running an SME or in a start up? Callpal is throwing you a summer party

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Calling all Galway SMEs! Local Galway company Call Pal are throwing a summer bash for all local SMEs and entrepreneurs in O’Connell’s new and refurbished beer garden. Call Pal was founded in 2016 by the well-established Gray Office Park business centre located in Galway City Centre. Call Pal’s highly experienced management and receptionist team deliver a premium, dedicated call answering service to a range of industries nationwide. Call Pal also provides diary management and holiday cover, along with an overflow service for larger businesses.

Indie Beer Week, 23rd June – 2nd July

Mon, Jun 12, 2017

From the 23rd June to 2nd July, breweries across Ireland will be opening their doors and inviting their local communities to join them for Indie Beer Week, a celebration of independent Irish beer making.

Sinead Lee Hair Design - Grand Opening - 16th June

Fri, Jun 09, 2017

Sinead Lee Hair Design is proud to announce its grand opening will be on June 16th from 5.30pm – 7.30pm.

People of the Tribes : Meet Gerry Devaney

Fri, Jun 09, 2017

''I came to Galway in 1966 and started working for the local milk company,I worked there two years and I fell in love with a girl and bought a mini car. Isn't it funny, with all the vans and cars I have,I can't think of their reg numbers but I can tell you the reg of my first one - LZH561, a small mini car. I pulled into Eyre Square with a bit of stuff and never looked back since. I'm 52 years here.

Try out these three relaxing activities this summer

Fri, Jun 09, 2017

Summer should be a time of the year where you make room to do some relaxing activities and unwind a little. Trying to forget about your stress triggers is often difficult though. Advertiser.ie is here to suggest some activities that may help you to do just that.

Junelicous this month at Caprice Café

Thu, Jun 08, 2017

Things are Junelicous this month at Caprice Café in Church Lane who have launched a fabulous offer for the month of June where you can choose any two courses from their delicious set menu for just €20.

Celebrate World Oceans Day at Galway Atlantaquaria this Sunday

Thu, Jun 08, 2017

Galway Atlantaquaria, Ireland’s largest native species aquarium announces its programme of events to celebrate a very special World Oceans Day, this Sunday June 11. This year Galway Atlantaquaria will be donating a percentage of its takings to the RNLI Galway Lifeboat to recognise the volunteer work of the brave women and men who save lives at sea.

The theme of this year’s celebration is focused on ocean literacy, encouraging solutions to plastic pollution and preventing marine litter for a healthier ocean and a better future.

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