GBC - A Galway tradition for eighty years.

Thu, Jul 28, 2016

One autumn morning in Eyre Street in 1972, school going children had a special treat. There, spread on the road, were trays of breads, cream cakes, scones and chocolate éclairs. Hardly able to believe their eyes they fell on them. With shouts of joy and laughter they stuffed their mouths and filled their pockets before running off to tell their friends to come and help themselves.

Making-up for the Galway Races

Fri, Jul 22, 2016

Ladies' Day at the Galway Races is just a week away. And if you want to look your best then it is important both to get your outfit and make-up right on the day.

‘Today the Somme is a peaceful but sullen place.’

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

One of the great obsessions after the war was how to come to terms with the ‘missing’ - the many thousands of young soldiers who were either vaporised, or blown to pieces, by high explosives; or were drowned and lost in the mud. Last week I tried to tell the heartbreaking search for their missing son Jack, by the Kiplings. For months they haunted hospitals, interviewed soldiers, even dropped leaflets on enemy territory, pleading for information. Even though the Somme still reveals bodies today, Jack Kipling was never found.

Long Walk, after the rain, 1908

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

The Spanish Arch was originally an extension of the city walls from Martin’s Tower to the banks of the river. It was built in 1584 as a measure to protect the city’s quays. It was known as Ceann an Bhalla or ‘The Head of the Wall’. In the 18th century, Long Walk was built by the Eyre family as an extension to the quays, and a breakwater to construct a mud berth. A number of arches were constructed to allow access from the town to the new quay but some of these were wrecked by a tsunami which occurred after the 1755 earthquake in Lisbon.

Casual dining in The Clybaun

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

This popular suburban hotel is a busy spot. You will find some tourists and those traveling for business, but it is a regular haunt for locals too. It boasts a fitness and leisure centre with a pool, steam room, and a large outdoor Jacuzzi. Whether staying for business or holidaying with the family, it ticks all the boxes. Equidistant from both Salthill and the city centre, it is a great location for visitors to explore Connemara and the west from, and there is ample parking for guests.

There is something for everyone at Monroe’s

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Ingrained in the cultural and musical soul of Galway's West End, Monroe's Tavern embodies everything about Galway charm, the type that tempts so many into falling head over heels with our incomparable City of Tribes.

Monroe’s is famed for its stellar music scene, as well as its locally sourced food and amazing atmosphere. Stroll into Monroe's Tavern on any given day and enjoy delicious food from the extensive menu including tasty salads, light bites, or any of the fresh, local, seafood dishes offered on the highly anticipated new menu which will be launching soon.

Ciarlantini, the home of Italian delights now open in Woodquay

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Ciarlantini, the home of authentic Italian pastry now open at No 7 Daly’s Place, Woodquay, offers some of Italy's most popular pastries, semifreddo, and authentic Italian coffee right here in Galway.

Step away from that coffee

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Are you sick of relying on coffee to keep you energised throughout these busy summer days? Are you looking for a more natural and healthy way to boost your energy levels? With the long days and even longer nights that summer brings, it can be hard to keep up with it all. But fear not, Evergreen Healthfoods is here to help.

Energy is directly related to the nutritional value of the foods we consume. It is always so tempting to reach for that sugary snack or extra cup of coffee when you feel your energy levels lagging. However this often results in a quick burst of energy, followed by a crash coming just as fast, leaving your energy levels slumping even worse than before.

Breathe well, stay well, sleep well

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Functional wellness is a practical solution which maintains health and hygiene. Better-Bedding Mattress Protection products (Protect A Bed) are manufactured with fabrics that have been combined with Protect A Bed’s proprietary Miracle Membrane®. These fabrics are waterproof, yet cool, quiet, breathable, and comfortable to sleep on while keeping your mattresses, box springs, and pillows clean and protected from human moisture, allergens, accidents, and pest infestations.

‘I wish I knew about this years ago’

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

After having successful surgery for a back injury, Carmel Quinn knew she had no more excuses left for not addressing her life-long weight issue. So, when a friend suggested that they join a new slimming club in the area, she reluctantly agreed. In February 2012 she took the life-altering steps through the doors of Slimming World. It certainly was not what she was expecting.

Have you ever considered anti-wrinkle injections?

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Next time you meet your long lost friend who looks years younger now than she did when you last saw her 10 years ago, here’s a tip: Don’t spend weeks wondering if it really was her, because much as it pains you, deep down you know it was. The real question is, how has she done it? How has she managed to make herself younger instead of older? Well, it’s all down to the beauty of simple anti-wrinkle injections.

San fu moxibustion now at Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Care Cure Acupuncture is now offering san fu moxibusion treatments in its clinic in St Augustine Street. It has a 90 per cent success rate and is so popular and famed in China that traditional Chinese hospitals have been known to have queues out the doors on these chosen dates, with patients waiting for hours to avail of the treatment.

Fix your metabolism and lose two stone in two months

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Your metabolism is by far the most critical and powerful key to weight loss. It is with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The potential for calorie burn and weight loss is huge. It even controls the results from your diet and exercise. By combining a great metabolism with balanced food and exercise, System 10 brings you the best weight loss plan of all.

Galway Antiques & Collectibles Fair this Sunday

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Once again antique dealers from all over the island of Ireland will be at the Galway Bay Hotel in Salthill for the annual Galway Antiques and Collectibles Fair this Sunday.

Are you building or renovating? Then it is time to contact Dalgan Windows

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Dalgan Windows is a family run business manufacturing and installing windows and doors to an international quality standard. The company, which is based in Shrule, Co Galway, is one of the leading suppliers of windows and doors in the country.

Ireland on alert for flying ant invasion

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

As a result of the early and warm start to the summer, Rentokil is advising that the annual nuptial flight of ants is imminent. An ant invasion is likely to be seen over the coming days and weeks as flying ants make their annual return.

Be Dazzled by Dahlias

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

Dahlias were such a revelation for me when I first got interested in gardening. I could not believe that the brown, wizened, dried up tuber in the packet would produce the dazzling blooms printed on the cover in just a few short months. Armed with some helpful advice from the sales lady (for instance which was the right way up!) I gave them a try and I was thrilled with the results – they’re brilliant plants for beginner gardeners because you get such magical results so quickly – within a few months of planting the tuber you can get dozens of fabulous blooms.

Cycling Sunglasses

Tue, Jul 19, 2016

When it comes to enjoying our free time, there are many activities in which we like to enjoy. One of the most important senses for these hobbies is our eyesight. Thus it is essential to ensure that our eyes are maximally protected at all times.

Get in shape and save fifty per cent with Me2UFitness

Thu, Jul 14, 2016

Growing up Christina Dillon was always involved in sport and fitness, so it is not surprising that she owns her own fitness studio in the SCCUL Enterprise Centre in Ballybane, called Me2UFitness. She has been working in the fitness industry for the past five years and has seen the changes people are making to stay fit and healthy. She is a qualified personal trainer, nutritionist, kettlebell instructor, raw and military trainer. She has also just completed a children’s nutrition course. She feels it is good to continue educating herself in the industry.

Athrú 2016 inaugural conference to take place in Galway next week

Thu, Jul 14, 2016

Leading female chefs and restaurateurs from across Ireland are coming together in Galway next week for a culinary think-in and conference on gender roles within professional kitchens and throughout the hospitality sector. Athrú 2016, empowering women in the culinary arts in Ireland, is a two day conference and workshop with the goal of establishing a working Irish female chef database that would be available or suitable for judging, media, or to provide a female voice and point of view.

Athrú 2016 is attracting international female culinary heads such as Maria Canabal, president of Parabere Forum - Improving Gastronomy with women's vision. Speaking ahead of the Athrú 2016 Ms Canabal said: “Currently, it's obvious that women are under-represented in the food and hospitality industry. At the same time — and this might not be a coincidence — society has become increasingly distrustful of the food industry. Women's voices need to be heard and their talents deployed, so that we can boost confidence in the food sector, and construct a vision of the future based on values of sustainability and equal opportunity. If society, and the food and wine industry, is to evolve towards greater sustainability, greater equality, stronger growth, and increased social progress, women must be able to take their rightful place.”

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