Waken up tired eyes

Thu, May 06, 2010

Dark circles under the eyes are a telltale sign of being tired. Whether due to working late, a night out or lack of sleep, the eye is one of the first places where tiredness takes its toll.

The magic of mud

Thu, May 06, 2010

If your Bank Holiday weekend was one long party your skin may be showing the signs of little sleep and not enough tender loving care.

Claddagh fishermen

Thu, May 06, 2010

There was a very good ethnological study on the fishermen of the Claddagh published in the Ulster Journal of Archaeology in 1854, which among other things stated that: “The people of the Claddagh are, in my opinion, purely Irish, of the most ancient Celtic type. The village at the present day is like any ordinary Irish village, and that it was a mud city when Rome was being founded, is more than probable. That the Claddagh men are not Spaniards any one might see at a glance; and it is astonishing to me how the theory of their Spanish origins could have kept ground for so long. A Spanish face may still be seen in and about Galway — once in a week or so; but it appears to me that the Claddagh, above all other people, had no intermarriage with Spaniards.

Relax and rejuvenate at Annaghdown Seaweed Spa

Thu, May 06, 2010

Annaghdown Seaweed Spa specialises in pampering and relaxing treatments. The spa has put together a range of recession beating packages for parties, weddings, holidays, and special occasions.

Finders Dead Sea products are used in Annaghdown. These mineral skincare ranges are pure and non-allergic. Proprietor Ann Joyce has always kept up with the latest technology, and its Aquablitz machine, which helps with slimming and cellulite reduction, is proving very popular.

Get yourself spruced up at the Laserderm Clinic

Thu, May 06, 2010

Spring is in the air and while the sun is playing hide and seek many of us are busy preening ourselves for the big upcoming summer unveiling and where better to complete this process than at the Laserderm Clinic.

For more than a year I’ve been going to see Lisa Callaghan at the Laserderm Clinic in Claregalway and have undergone a number of different treatments during that time starting with the laser hair removal. This is a treatment I’d seriously recommend anyone to do, men and women, as it really does pay off in the long term. Just think six to seven treatments of laser and you’ll never ever have to suffer the pain of waxing again or use razors again. There are many areas that can be zapped including bikini line, underarm, lower legs, and upper lip, and there are also combination packages.

Put your best foot forward with Avon

Thu, May 06, 2010

The first hint of sunshine sees us whip off our tights and boots and go barefoot after the long, cold winter. As summer approaches and holiday plans start to take shape, one of the first priorities is to make sure our feet are fit to be seen.

Shiny, healthy hair in a jar

Thu, May 06, 2010

Put the bounce and body back into your hair with this clever conditioning mask from Yes To Carrots.

Oscar’s bistro is ten years old

Thu, May 06, 2010

Oscars bistro is 10 years old this month, and to celebrate it has launched a free online cookbook which contains recipes and photographs of not only dishes from Oscar’s but also recipes and photographs using a wide range of the great foods of Galway. The book can be viewed at www.oscarsbistro.ie

Oscar’s will never compromise on the quality of ingredients. The bistro offers some of the best value in Galway including an excellent choice of seafood — see the menu at www.oscarsbistro.ie which is regularly updated depending on what is seasonally best.

KC Blake’s Pantry celebrates five years in Knocknacarra

Thu, May 06, 2010

KC Blake’s Pantry is celebrating five years in business in its Knocknacarra store this weekend. To mark the occasion, the company will be giving customers a weekend of champagne and wine tasting, free samples of some of its delicious products, and some great competitions, including €50 vouchers for five customers who can name the five most popular dishes from KC Blakes’ large range of luxury meals.

New York berry pancakes

Thu, May 06, 2010

This welcome change to cereals or toasts comes from Canderel. Canderel granules are a great way for you to dramatically cut your calorie intake while maintaining the delicious sweet taste you love. A teaspoon of Canderel granules contains only two calories compared to 20 calories in a teaspoon of sugar.

Tips for picking the perfect summer day dress

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

The weather is hotting up, and so is the style! Picking the perfect summer day dress can be a little tricky. Summer dresses come in all shapes and sizes, and everyone can expect to find a flattering style among the pieces available in this summer's collection. As we are all looking for a dress that is easy, trendy, and enjoyable, here are my top tips to help you find it.

Want to lose weight and feel great?

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Zest4life is based on Patrick Holford’s Low GL programme. Patrick Holford is a leading nutritional therapist and is the author of some 20 books. Low GL has been tested and is backed by hundreds of scientific papers.

Evergreen to bring world renowned nutritionist to Galway

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

This May Evergreen Healthfoods will host a series of seminars on natural health in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway, with Dr Marilyn Glenville. A popular international speaker and bestselling author, Dr Glenville will give three talks across two days on Tuesday May 18 and Wednesday May 19.

Irish language summer camps launched

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Conradh na Gaeilge has launched this year’s new Irish summer camp schedule for County Galway.

Chinese catering in your home and traditional dining in Oranmore

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Last week, I was at the launch of a great idea by The Three Gorges Oriental Restaurant in Abbey Trinity, Tuam. Their idea is to bring authentic Chinese restaurant food to your home if you are having an event such as a 21st party or indeed any birthday, anniversary, confirmation, Communion, a wedding with a difference, or perhaps the afters of a wedding party. Traditionally there have been other options available such as cold meat platters, cold fish platters, beef stroganoff, chicken curry, and I am sure most readers have had these types of dishes at many functions. The possibility of having your favourite Chinese food at an event will, I believe, appeal to many.

To make people aware of what level of quality they would bring to your home the owners of the Three Gorges, Kee and Cindy, invited about 250 people to the biggest Chinese banquet I have seen since I was at the Chinese New Year’s celebration in Kings Inns many years ago. In fact, comparing this event to the one in Dublin, there was a much bigger variety of food in Tuam. I counted at least 25 main courses, all served in big warming dishes, and which the team of chefs in the kitchen replenished as needed. My favourite dishes were the salt and chilli king prawns, the udon noodles, and the incredible Peking duck which was the meatiest I have ever eaten. The people around me were mopping up plates of General Tso’s chicken, spare ribs, spring rolls, sliced beef in Cantonese sauce, and for those who prefer the more traditional fare, they had a beautifully decorated and presented poached whole salmon with all the usual salads.

Rolling on the river with Corrib Princess and Cava Outside Catering

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

The Corrib Princess is sailing in a new direction, opening each Wednesday evening to pleasure-seekers with a penchant for fine food and wine.

Jamie at Home has arrived in Galway

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

For an exclusive preview of the gorgeous Jme collection and share in Jamie Oliver’s passion for beautiful products why not invite your friends and family round to your own Jamie at Home party?

Choosing the right window treatments

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Curtain types
The tops of curtains, called curtain headings, are a way of customising and styling blinds and valances so that the fabric forms a range of pleats and/or folds. You can create a great custom feel by experimenting with these different types of curtains.

Bloom to focus on growing your own

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Sustainability, local food, and ‘grow your own’, are central themes to this year’s Bloom festival, which will take place in the Phoenix Park, Dublin, over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

Stepping stones to style for men

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

1. While you cannot buy style - it really is a combination of what you wear and how you carry yourself - you can make smart sartorial decisions which will ensure you look good, even if you are on a tight budget.

E-paper

Read this weeks E-paper. Past editions also available from within this weeks digital copy.