John Keogh’s, where people get together in the West End

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Being located in Galway’s West End means that the award-winning John Keogh's is located in one of Ireland’s Top 10 Foodie Destinations as awarded by the Restaurants Association of Ireland.

In 2017, John Keogh's was named as one of Ireland's top three gastro pubs, Highly Commended in the Yes Chef Awards, and as Ireland's Newcomer Restaurant in the Hotel & Catering Review Gold Medal Awards. It was also awarded the title of Best Pub Food and Best Customer Service in Connacht by the Irish Pub Awards 2017.

Take a tour of Galway’s West End on Valentine’s Day

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

The annual homage to love, Valentine's Day, is just around the corner, as is the inevitable question, “What are your plans?" If you are single, the options are between hiding away and going out on the town; if you are in a long-term relationship, well then the question is, how do we reinvent the wheel this year? In a new relationship? Then it’s time to impress, and if you happen to be any or all of the above on February 14, there is the answer for you in Galway. Galway Food Tours, the culinary walking tour of Galway by Sheena Dignam and Gosia Letowska, is answering all the above love dilemmas with a special Valentine's inspired food tour.

Time for change — GBC launches new menu

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

The GBC restaurant in Williamsgate Street is inviting one and all to try its new budget friendly lunch menu, available only in the table service restaurant upstairs, commencing this week.

Basilico to celebrate its ten year adventure

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

For many the middle of February represents a special time of the year with the celebration of Valentine's Day. However, the month marks a significant landmark for the team at Basilico; 10 years ago the Italian restaurant opened its doors to the world in Oranmore.

Food intolerances make you sick, tired, and fat

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

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? Do you feel bloated and sluggish?

Sleep advice for the over fifties from Better Bedding

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Many older people experience a change in their sleeping patterns. They differ from the sleep of a younger person in the following ways: The older adult experiences numerous brief arousals in the night, more daytime napping, there is less of a drop in body temperature during sleep, and they prefer earlier bedtimes and earlier wake-up.

Improve your energy levels with traditional Chinese medicine

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

If you are feeling low on energy, feel tired often, or never seem to be able to get enough sleep, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can help.

Fix your metabolism for long term weight loss

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health, and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

Healthy heart — let’s talk about the fats

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Are you aware that cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in Ireland? Statistics from the HSE show that cardiovascular disease accounts for 36 per cent of deaths in Ireland. Evergreen has more than 25 years’ experience in helping people reduce their risk of heart disease.

Enjoy warmer winters with West Coast Insulation

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

West Coast Insulation is a leading provider of cavity wall and attic insulation. The Galway-based company offers a free quotation and assistance and information on the available grants for homeowners, and will give the grant directly off the bill.

Top quality kitchens and bedrooms from Cherrymore

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Cherrymore Kitchens is one of Ireland's premier kitchen and bedroom manufacturers. Cherrymore has an extensive showroom at Oranmore Business Park where there are 30 kitchens and bedroom displays. Log on to cherrymore.ie to see the revamped website where you can also take a virtual tour of the showroom. Once you take the tour you will know it is worth a visit.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Located in An Fuaran, Moycullen, An Siopa Troscán stocks everything from bigger pieces such as three piece suites, beds, and sideboards to smaller items such as lockers, pictures, lamps, and mirrors. The store has developed a reputation for providing quality pieces at affordable prices.

The main ethos behind this store is to support as many Irish manufacturers as possible and therefore secure Irish jobs. Sofas and three piece sitting room suites are made by Co Monaghan based upholsterer Martin McKenna. These stylish suites have an internal beech frame, meaning they are extremely durable and will last for decades.

Get your garden ready for spring with Colourfence — the ultimate garden fence

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

The holy grail of fencing is transforming gardens across the UK and Ireland.

Let's face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun. In fact, owning a timber fence is not much fun either, with costly, time consuming, maintenance and repairs almost every year, particularly after the harsh winter weather.

Keane wants a 'hiss and roar' from Connacht tomorrow

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Connacht refocus on their PRO 14 aspirations when the Ospreys visit the Galway Sportgsround tomorrow (7.35pm).

Post Leaving Cert courses

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Now that the first deadline for the CAO has passed, the next area of focus in schools, and indeed for adults who are interested in accessing education, is the further education (FE) sector, also known as PLCs. Post-Leaving Cert courses can provide an alternative route to college and a means of exploring a particular field of study. They are also a means of upskilling in a particular area or a direct route into employment. All courses teach research skills, self-directed learning, and computer skills. Many school leavers use these courses to help them with future career choices.

Keeping children safe online

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

In recent weeks, the debate around child safety online has taken centre stage with the world-renowned cyber psychologist Dr Mary Aiken calling for children under the age of 14 to be prevented from owning smartphones. Reports of cyberbullying are becoming more common, and many parents are unsure about just what are reasonable measures to take in order to protect their children. Teenagers too complain about the amount of time their parents spend distracted by the addictive power of the same technology.

Rejuvenate your skin with Herbal Creams

Wed, Feb 07, 2018

With the recent launch of his online store Skin Herbalist Patrick Murphy is now offering a wide range of rejuvenating creams featuring herbal extracts. The Pentagram® range of creams incorporates up to 50% herbal extract whereas competing treats may only offer 1% to 3%. The carefully balanced composition of these creams is also enriched by drawing on bioinformation, enhancing the effect of the active ingredients themselves. The fatty base of the creams comprises purely natural vegetable oils.

Getting into Gear and Putting the Plot in

Tue, Feb 06, 2018

Last week ‘s Gardenwise was about reconnecting with your garden after a long, cold and muddy winter and I hope you had a chance to do that and that a few rays of sunshine appeared to encourage you! We may still have the cold and the mud for a while yet but spring is drawing nearer with every week, and there are some jobs that are well worth doing around this time if you can manage it, so here are a few suggestions if you’re itching to get outside and get gardening. These will help freshen up the garden and hopefully the air and exercise will freshen up the gardener too!

Top tips for getting married abroad

Fri, Feb 02, 2018

Getting married is special. But having your wedding abroad seems to add that little bit of magic to the marital bliss.

Seamount Nursing Home

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

A “to let” advertisement in a Galway newspaper in April 1860 promoted the fact that Seamount Villa contained a parlour, drawing room, six bedrooms, a kitchen, water closet, a coach house with some stabling, and a small garden. The grounds were nicely laid out and had an approach to the sea. George Fallon who lived at ‘The Baths’, Salthill, would show the place to prospective customers.

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