Lunchtime value at The Cellar

Thu, Sep 01, 2016

The Cellar has existed as a bar since the seventies when pubs were mostly for drinking in, and it was a more Bohemian place entirely then, a hotbed of music with Irish artists such as Mickey Finn and Frankie Gavin regularly playing there. It has changed hands a few times since then, in recent years becoming well known also as a casual restaurant which closed down at the end of 2010. It was not destined to stay closed for long and reopened in its current reincarnation in April 2011.

New Sunday lunch menu at The Western Bar and Restaurant

Thu, Sep 01, 2016

The Western Bar and Restaurant is set in a beautiful Georgian building on Prospect Hill in the heart of Galway city. The family-run Western Hotel is a uniquely designed property, with the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional. From the striking historical exterior to the warm Irish welcome waiting inside, the emphasis throughout is on comfort, style, great service, and value for money.

The Ardilaun Bistro launches new seasonal menu

Thu, Sep 01, 2016

The Ardilaun Bistro as part of The Ardilaun hotel, a well known and much loved Galway landmark hotel and leisure club, has introduced new seasonal menus. The popular hotel, known for its service, family-run warmth, and its stunning location and grounds, with free parking, is the perfect stop for eating out. Nestled on leafy Taylor’s Hill on the edge of Galway city, The Ardilaun is one of Galway’s longest standing hotels and has been serving some of the finest food in the city for more than 50 years.

Café Temple, Galway's new social café

Wed, Aug 31, 2016

It all began with an idea between father and son, Steve and Seb. What if business could be used in order to raise money for charity instead of just to make a profit? A whirlwind of seeking out Local and National Suppliers, Organic Produce and a mad rush Decorating, Up Cycling existing furniture and making what we could ourselves with Pallets and other Materials and finally in February 2016, Cafe Temple was born.

Gold afternoon tea at the g

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

The g Hotel is bringing the Midas touch to Galway with its new signature gold afternoon tea.

The limited edition and luxuriously luscious gold afternoon tea at the g is available until the end of September.

Celebrate National Burger Day with Harlowe

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

The burger bandwagon rolls on and on. We have seen the rise and fall of hot dogs, ribs, and burritos, but the popularity of burgers never seems to die. While we have compiled our own lists of where is best in Galway for fish and chips (Hooked), the best sandwich (Entrepans), pizza, fries, coffee, and more, for a long time even though almost every menu in town has a burger listed on it, there is none that really stands out from the crowd.

Gold Standard award for PaPa Rich Street Food Kitchen

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

PaPa Rich Street Food Kitchen has received a Gold Standard Restaurant plaque, which is voted by the general public and presented by www.restaurantsireland.ie.

Best Chef Best Bar award for The Cellar

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

The Cellar Bar on Eglinton Street in Galway has received the Best Chef Best Bar 2016 plaque, which is voted by the general public and presented by www.restaurantsireland.ie.

Go with the Flo at The Gourmet Offensive

Thu, Aug 18, 2016

Abbeygate Street has been transformed in the last couple of years from a down at heel shortcut to a bustling community of small cafes, restaurants, and shops. There are now so many places to choose from that this diversion from the main drag has become a hub of good food in Galway. The turn of fortune for this address can be directly linked to The Dough Bros taking up residence here, causing a huge increase in footfall. With their queue regularly streaming out the door, the many empty shopfronts were soon filled with a variety of diverse eateries to take up the slack and join the dots between the existing eclectic retailers, giving the area a new lease of life and identity.

Support disadvantaged schools in Myanmar with a delicious tomato and peanut salad

Thu, Aug 18, 2016

Bayin Oils, the pioneering Irish start-up, is the first company in Europe to export any food product from Myanmar to Europe. The naturally produced oils are cold pressed and unrefined, retaining the numerous health benefits of sesame seeds and peanuts. Bayin is sharing this recipe for a healthy and light tomato salad that incorporates Bayins peanut oil — a perfect summer salad!

Siúcra’s coconut and caramel popcorn

Thu, Aug 18, 2016

Popcorn flavour experimentation is all the rage right now and Siúcra’s coconut caramel popcorn is the perfect summer flavour combination. It is incredibly easy and quick to prepare and makes for a delicious movie night snack that you and your friends will adore. Or, make this simple recipe with children as a birthday party snack. You can even pop it into an air tight container and enjoy on the go if you’re feeling peckish.

Setting the bar at The Dáil

Sat, Aug 13, 2016

No, not that Dáil Bar, where politicians run up huge tabs after controversial late-night sittings. The other one, on the corner of Cross Street and Middle Street. Although it has the same name as the bar in Ireland's house of parliament, ('Dáil' translates from Irish as a place where people meet to discuss, debate, and talk), our Dáil is much better craic. Over the years, the building has been a family home, a toy shop, and most recently a licensed premises known as Tí na nÓg. Since 2008, the pub is in common ownership with The Front Door, Tom Sheridans, and Brasserie on The Corner, and as such has a higher standard than most others. It enjoys an ideal location in The Latin Quarter, just around the corner from Quay Street and Galway's tourist and shopping hub.

Two Galway hotels vie for Great Carvery of the Year award

Thu, Aug 11, 2016

The Great Carvery of the Year competition is about to heat up following the result of the public vote on Ireland’s top carvery venues for the final stage of the competition. The shortlist, published this week, sees The Galway Bay Hotel and Flannery’s Hotel among the 23 venues around the country vying to be named Great Carvery Hotel of the Year.

Do not miss out on experiencing Hotel Meyrick’s limited edition cocktail afternoon tea

Thu, Aug 11, 2016

Hotel Meyrick’s latest themed afternoon tea, the summer cocktail afternoon tea, is available daily until August 31 only.

This summer treat offers a twist on the traditional afternoon tea, with silver tiered stands of beautifully created pastries and perfectly cut finger sandwiches, accompanied by one of Hotel Meyrick’s signature tea or coffee cocktails. It is a great way to celebrate a special occasion, from birthdays to engagements, and even baby showers where mum-to-be can choose from an equally delicious selection of mocktails on request.

The Western Hotel, a hidden gem

Wed, Aug 03, 2016

The Western Hotel is something of a conjuring trick. On one side the frontage opens into an elegant Georgian townhouse hiding some modern comfortable rooms. Through the other entrance door is a small traditional pub. It is something of a surprise to find a spacious restaurant tucked away behind it, complete with its own bar and function room.

Get ready for the Campo Viejo Tapas Trail 2016

Wed, Aug 03, 2016

Discover the passion, generosity, and vibrancy of Spain as the Campo Viejo Tapas Trail returns to the streets of Galway city from August 24 to September 7.

Taste of success for Tuam native in national Bord Bia competition

Wed, Aug 03, 2016

Tracy McDonagh, from Tuam, was selected as the overall winner of a recent national Bord Bia competition, run in association with Today FM. As part of Bord Bia's new Lamb – Tasty, Easy, Fun campaign, Ms McDonagh submitted her signature lamb dish of tacos with lamb, tomato, coriander and avocado salsa for the judges’ consideration, and went on to prepare the dish in a live cook-off on Today FM.

Galway to host Ireland’s first sherry festival next month

Wed, Aug 03, 2016

Multi-award-winning Spanish restaurant Cava Bodega is celebrating the grape harvest by hosting Sherry Fiesta, Ireland's first sherry festival, in September.

Special dishes with sherry pairings will be available throughout the festival, and staff will be available to talk to diners about different sherries, such as Manzanilla, Fino from DO Jerez, and Barbadillo.

Superfoods for super energy levels

Thu, Jul 28, 2016

Superfoods are getting so much attention recently. We all hear about the many benefits of superfoods, but how do you add them to your diet? It is a lot easier than you might think.

There is something for everyone at Monroe's

Thu, Jul 28, 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.

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