People of the Tribes: Meet Barry.

Tue, Oct 30, 2018

Hi, I'm Barry, a native of Co. Mayo originally studied Television Production in Dún Laoghaire and Theatre Performance in Galway. However, it was in the Tour Guiding course with Fáilte Ireland in Limerick in 2012, that I found the perfect way to combine my love of performance, storytelling and history. Walking tours around Galway City were I first foray into guiding, and later, the ol flair for performance and comedy came to the fore as a performer on the Galway Gravedigger Ghostbus Tour. Finally, I joined the team at Adventure Trails Ireland: What I love about tour guiding is connecting with amazing people from all around the world and being able to explore and share Galway's rich heritage through food, drink and storytelling. It's great to be able to offer something unique and off the beaten path. Adventuretrails.ie is a company that specialises in Irish food tours, whiskey tours and day tours in Dublin and Galway. Give me a call if you want to say hello or join me around the city- 00353 85 774 7005.

VINYL NIGHT - Listen to your favourite artists as they were meant to be heard!

Tue, Oct 30, 2018

On Sunday, 18th November join The Skeff Bar for the first of their Vinyl nights. Two classic albums will be played in their entirety on vinyl in the cosy surroundings of The Skeff's impressive decor. The first two classic albums that will be played are:

Bonfire Glow

Tue, Oct 30, 2018

Fancy some flaming autumn colour in the garden? This is a good time to choose trees and shrubs for autumn leaf colour. The hot, sunny summer and mostly dry autumn have allowed deciduous plants to appear at their best this year, and you can view them in all their blazing glory till the leaves come down and they nod off to sleep for winter. Here are a few of my favourite picks for a bonfire blaze at this time of year, with something included for all garden sizes:

Liquidambar styraciflua – also known as the sweet gum tree, a group of these stopped me in my tracks recently on the NUIG campus. Even on a drizzly, grey day they seemed lit from within.

Galway City Museum to mark the end of WWI

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

On Saturday November 10, the eve of the centenary of the armistice which ended WWI, Galway City Museum will host a special lecture on The Great War of 1914 to 1918.

The Columban Hall

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

The Columban Hall is described as a bizarre high-Victorian building with a gabled facade of opus incertum with a small porch, polychrome arches to the windows, a star shaped west window, and a curious chunky top-knot. It was originally built as a Congregational Church, designed by Raffles Brown and completed in 1863. Our photograph (courtesy of the National Library) was taken just a few years later.

The awaking of Augusta …A creative life

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

Augusta Lady Gregory, and her husband Sir William, were away in Italy in May 1888, when her former lover Wilfrid Scawen Blunt was imprisoned in Galway for participating in an anti-eviction rally at Woodford the previous October. I described last week, that within two days of her return to Galway she visited his empty cell, and remained sometime.*

At this period Augusta was still very much a Unionist, and the chatelaine of a large estate. Later that summer when Sir William was involved in a dispute with the tenant, Patrick Spelman, who occupied the Ballylee Castle holding (which would later become a holiday home for WB Yeats and his family), she acted as his secretary, and was closely involved in all aspects of the process.

Food On The Edge 2018 brings global food conversations to Galway

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

The two-day international food symposium Food On The Edge took place in Galway this week, with chefs and other food leaders from around the world descending on the city for the event.

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End - Nathan Drake's final adventure

Games Reviews Thu, Oct 25, 2018

From the depths of Panamanian jail and the beauty of Scottish highlands to the colours of Madagascar and the mystic of Libertalia, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End takes the gamer on a wonderful adventure as Nathan (Nate) Drake finally calls it quits on his swashbuckling, treasure hunting, escapades.

People of the Tribes: Meet Bryna

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

My name is Bryna Milton, a 16-year-old student living in Galway. I live in Clarinbridge, the home of the oyster, and I absolutely love it. Clarinbridge has been my home for 13 years now and my heart swells with pride when I say I’m from there. It’s a 10-minute drive from Oranmore, where my school, Calasanctius College, is based. I’m in Transition Year now and couldn’t be happier. I’m here doing my work experience at the Galway Advertiser which I love. There’s always an interesting project for me to work on and everyone is lovely. I’m ecstatic for the year ahead because I get to take part in many activities that I am very privileged to do, like charity work and Chinese.

Kiddie Kouture is Galway's only clothes store for 0-12 years.

Wed, Oct 24, 2018

Kiddie Kouture is Galway's only clothes store which caters solely for children aged 0-12 years. Situated in the Town Park Centre, Tuam Road, the store offers a wide selection of children's clothing.

Taste the difference

Tue, Oct 23, 2018

At an apple tasting in Cheshire recently, my eleven year old couldn’t get enough of the heritage varieties of apple being offered to visitors by a group of National Trust volunteers. Although delighted he was packing in his five a day in as many minutes, I couldn’t hide my surprise, as when offered an apple at home, he typically reacts as though I were trying to poison him. The difference, I suspected, was in the taste – confirmed when I nibbled a few samples myself.

People of the Tribes: Meet Stefan.

Mon, Oct 22, 2018

Eat, Drink & Be Scary this Halloween at The Skeff

Mon, Oct 22, 2018

It’s the scariest time of the year and The Skeff have a Spooktacular weekend of entertainment lined up! Dress to impress in your Halloween costume and be in with a chance of winning a cash prize over the weekend- 1st Prize €250, 2nd Prize €150 & 3rd Prize €100.

Skin Health – with Omega-3!

Mon, Oct 22, 2018

Whilst expensive creams often promise to deliver miraculous results, there really is no better way to target optimal skin health than by working from the inside. It’s important to remember that our largest body organ, the skin, needs a constant supply of essential nutrients in exactly the same way as other organs do. Omega-3s are incorporated into cell membranes in the the top layer of skin (the epidermis), forming a protective coat around them, helping to stop moisture being lost, and giving skin a healthy appearance. But Omega 3 fish oils also work deeper in the dermis (skin’s lower layer) to control inflammation. So whether you have acne or eczema, want to find a natural psoriasis treatment or are simply looking for a plumper, firmer complexion, you should consider adding extra omega-3s into your daily plan.

Top tips to get fit this winter

Fri, Oct 19, 2018

Staying indoors and staying warm is probably what most of us wish to do during Winter but while that might be good for keeping the tootsies toasty, it is not good for our waistbands.

Brown Thomas Goes Pink!

Fri, Oct 19, 2018

Jianbing Bar - a cafe like no other

Fri, Oct 19, 2018

Quay Street has a new member of the family - Jianbing Bar. The cafe, whose sister restaurant is the hugely successful Xi'an Street Food, is the only one of its kind in the west of Ireland which specialises in the Chinese dish Jian bing. Jianbing is a traditional Chinese street food similar to crepes. Created more than 2,000 years ago in the Shandong province, Jian bing is generally eaten for breakfast and is known as one of China's most popular street breakfasts.

Triple win for The Galway Plaza at prestigious industry awards

Thu, Oct 18, 2018

The Galway Plaza came out on top in the Motorway Service Station and Best Forecourt Facilities categories at the annual Ireland’s Forecourt & Convenience Retailer Awards. In what was a great night for Galway, Brian Joyce won Manager of the Year for The Galway Plaza as well. The awards recognise excellence of service and facilities at national level. The event took place at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin.

Celebrate the festive season with a Christmas party at the iconic Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Oct 18, 2018

Overlooking Eyre Square, Hotel Meyrick is the home of Christmas in Galway city centre, and the ideal location for a Christmas party or get-together. The magical Hotel Meyrick serves up a feast of festive experiences with delicious food, exceptional service, and lively entertainment. This is a truly beautiful venue, none more so than over the Christmas period. It is full of atmosphere and right in the heart of the city.

Indulge in traditional afternoon tea this winter at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Oct 18, 2018

Hotel Meyrick has long been recognised as the home of the perfect afternoon tea in Galway city. As the winter months arrive, treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence and a little time out from the real world. Sink into one of the parlour lounge’s relaxing chairs and enjoy Hotel Meyrick’s afternoon tea, served daily from 1pm to 6pm.

Savour hand-cut sandwiches, smoked salmon and cream cheese on broad bread, and homemade fruit scones with cream and preserves. Delight in the delicious pastry creations made by the head pastry chef and his team — choquette filled with a praline crème patisserie; black cherry financier with Amarena cherry; rose, raspberry, and lychee petite gateaux; chocolate and hazelnut tartlet; and traditional carrot cake, all accompanied with freshly brewed tea or coffee, from only €19 per person.

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