Must have spring shoes trends

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

From colour blocking wedges, metallic detail loafers, to classic monochrome, bright hues, and playful floral, spring footwear trends are certainly out of the ordinary. If neutral shades and classic styles have been coveted looks for the past few seasons, it is time to make room for more audacious styles that will update your wardrobe. Here is a round up of what to look forward to this spring.

Spring into style at Born Clothing

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Everything is blooming in 2013. The floral print finds a romantic revival this spring and takes on a whole new lease of life.

Kinvara Farmers Market returns for new season

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Kinvara Farmers Market has announced the reopening of a new vibrant season with the best food and craft around. The heart of picturesque Kinvara will once again host this joyful and popular weekly rendezvous.

Enjoy Sunday lunch at Kylemore Abbey

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden in the heart of Connemara is the ideal destination for a day out with something for all the family to enjoy. Get outdoors and enjoy woodland walks or explore the Victorian gardens, all just an hour from Galway.

Sunday lunch at the g Hotel

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

I'm quite fond of the g. They have been nice to me over the years, giving me a lovely upgrade on my last significant birthday, a piece of chocolate cake complete with candle waiting for me in the room. The afternoon tea is a real treat, scones, little bites of desserts, finger sandwiches with tea or some girlie pink champagne, or a junior tea for an exceptionally good child.

All weather canopies at Acme Blinds

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

All Weather Canopies Galway is located at Acme Blinds in Westside, Galway. The business has now been extended to include the all weather canopy. This product is the perfect solution to the Irish weather — a canopy or cover to prevent you from getting wet. It provides low cost cover for areas such as a car port, patio, side passage, or a cover for extra storage at the back of the house for recyclables, bikes, garden tools, pets, drying area for clothes, etc.

Reward your healthy lifestyle

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Keeping healthy is hard work. Every day comes with its own challenges — avoiding birthday cake in work, motivating yourself to go for that run, cravings, and tiredness can all get in the way.

Environmentally friendly electronic cigarettes from MyBrand.ie

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Experience a whole new way of smoking without all the harmful chemicals associated with traditional cigarettes with My Brand, the environmentally friendly electronic cigarette.

Allergy testing at Care Cure

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

An allergy or intolerance is an acute sensitivity to an otherwise harmless substance, which the immune system confuses with a dangerous infection thereby releasing a surge of histamine, which causes allergic symptoms.

Therapists at Care Cure conduct an extensive allergy test which checks your intolerance/sensitivity of up to 100 food items, food additives, colourings, and preservatives. This test also checks for allergens such as dust mites, pollen, and animal hair.

‘Getting a kidney transplant would be better than winning the Lotto’

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Joe Walls was in his late thirties when he started to get dizzy spells. He felt exhausted as well. He was doing a FAS course at the time and when he came home in the evening he would be “incredibly tired” and only able to “crash out in front of the television”.

Mayoralty House and Lower Cross Street

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

This photograph of Cross Street was taken in 1946. Early maps of the city show an open air altar at the end of the street. It was built by the Dominicans and used for various processions and Corpus Christi. The building facing us is Mayoralty House which was originally built in 1793 for a member of the Daly family. This family exclusively held the office of mayor from 1776 to 1816. It was probably built by James Daly, who was mayor in 1804, 1810, 1814, 1818, and 1819. The Dalys owned the house until the late 1840s. In Griffith’s Valuation in 1855, there is no mention of Mayoralty House, but a house fitting its description belongs to the Town Commissioners. These had replaced the mayor and corporation about 1935. It was later used as a police barracks.

Connemara becomes battlefield in Tan war

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Week III

Connemara becomes battlefield in Tan war

Thu, Mar 28, 2013

Week III

The Magdalen Asylum, Galway

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

The Magdalen Asylum in Galway was founded in 1824 by a private person, Ms Lynch, and was managed by a society known as the Association of Ladies of the Saint Magdalen Society. At the request of the founder, the Sisters of Mercy became responsible for the operation of the institution following her death in 1845. The laundry and living quarters were separate from the convent/mother house in Galway. The living quarters included three dormitories, a kitchen, dining room, infirmary, recreation room, and a chapel. There was also a farm across the road.

St Patrick's Day 1921 — murder and mayhem in Clifden

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Just before 6am on St Patrick's Day 1921, Monsignor McAlpine, the Catholic parish priest of Clifden, Co Galway, was woken by loud banging on his door. “For God's sake, Canon, come down - the town is ablaze.”

Back to basics

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Simplicity is the key to looking great this season. Bright and breezy colours, minimal shapes and more relaxed styling are big fashion news, according to Anthony Ryan’s fashion show which showcased the latest looks for spring/summer at The Ardilaun recently.

Waiting list for fat freezing treatment after Xposé visit

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Therapie Clinic, Galway, has told us that the waiting list for its fat freezing treatment has reached new lengths after TV3’s Xposé showed their interest. Lisa Cannon visited the flagship Therapie Clinic in Dublin last week and did a story on the treatment, sending demand soaring.

The best of online

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

The beauty of how shopping has evolved means that we have almost every brand at our fingertips thanks to e-commerce and online retailers. The most coveted, must-have item can be ours the minute we read about it in a magazine. I have spent the last week between Dublin and London, previewing the best spring summer collections from some of the world’s most famous online shops. Trends like monochrome and print dominate, along with statement accessories, especially in neons, which will inspire a colourful and fun season in fashion.

Enjoy twenty per cent off all childrenswear in Standún this Saturday at the exclusive children’s fashion show

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

Standún, Spiddal, will host a very special event this Saturday from 2pm to 4pm with its exclusive kids’ fashion show. Standún will be showcasing the very best in childrenswear and all the latest trends for children modelled by the children themselves.

With free prize giveaways, 20 per cent off children’s fashion all day, cupcakes, refreshments, and much more, there is something for parents and children to enjoy. Children will have front row seats to enjoy this season's fashion from brands including Converse, Hadleigh, Les Trois Pommes, Sugar Pink, Tuc Tuc, and Mini Molly.

The Book Shelf...

Thu, Mar 21, 2013

With the BBC’s Masterchef now a couple of weeks into its ninth series, it is not surprising that the cookery book with the similar name is not far behind in reaching the shelves. Filled to more than 400 pages it has everything for the starter cook who cannot wait to get stuck into making everything from simple sauces or basic side dishes to more adventurous creations such as drink party canapés or an elaborate pear and blackberry cake. While the book is more of an in-house production with a team or writers (rather than a recognised author), there are a number of chefy tips from regular Masterchef presenters John Torode and Gregg Wallace.

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