Eyre Street Steakhouse —  putting some sizzle into the summer

Thu, Jul 23, 2015

The summer of 2015 may have been a bit of a washout so far, with a much higher risk of trench foot than sunburn, but it has not been all bad. We are experiencing an unprecedented explosion of new eateries and bars, squeezing themselves into any nook and cranny they can find. There really is no shortage of new restaurants to duck into to escape the drizzle.

A special welcome at The Lough Rea Hotel

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

The little lakeside town of Loughrea represents the last outpost of civilisation before you reach the 'midlands'. If you are in search of refreshments before venturing forth into a territory where good places to eat are few and far between, you will be glad to know that it is increasingly possible to dine well in Loughrea.

The Eyre Street Steakhouse has something for everyone

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

Revive has ventured into the evening dining scene with the opening of The Eyre Street Steakhouse, a dedicated steakhouse with a menu that not only appeals to steak lovers but also to the non-carnivores among us.

Enjoy a New Orleans-style feast with Raging Cajun Catering

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

Chef Zimele Brown, formerly of Jamaica Joe’s, has started Raging Cajun Catering which specialises in Creole and Cajun cuisine direct from New Orleans. 

Chef Brown has been cooking New Orleans style cuisine for 18 years, when he started cooking with his mother and grandmother in New Orleans. After enjoying the experience of creating great food from fresh ingredients he went to culinary school to further his knowledge and palate with different regional cuisines from Italy, Mexican, Greek, Germany, and even Nigeria.

Hotel Meyrick partners with Laurent Perrier Champagne for Race Week

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

Galway city’s leading four star Hotel Meyrick has announced a partnership with Laurent Perrier Champagne during Galway Race Week. From Monday July 27 to Sunday August 2 race goers are invited to savour scrumptious champagne inspired drinks and meal options as part of the hotel’s Race Week programme. 

Award winning chef Stefan Matz launches new concept restaurant at Delphi Adventure Resort & Spa

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

Delphi Adventure Resort & Spa is celebrating the launch of The Chef’s Table, a concept restaurant created by newly appointed and award winning executive head chef, Stefan Matz. 

Delicious cocktails and tasty bites at Nova

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

Galway has for some years revelled in the midst of a cocktail revival that has seen several venues offer cocktails, from mojitos to crisp Martinis, that replicate the very best cocktail venues from around the globe. Galway has also had its role in the creation of new cocktails that compete at national level, along with events hosted in the city to foster new creations in Galway's bars and clubs. In recent weeks a new venue has opened in the West End that looks to gather the best of Galway's cocktail talent under one roof. This, combined with the very best in spirits, aims to show what good cocktails are all about.

Coming soon… Galway's newest restaurants, cafés, and gastropubs

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

Summer in Galway is showing no signs of hotting up just yet. That's not the case in the food scene though. The city's culinary entrepreneurs are working hard to open a seemingly never-ending flow of new restaurants, bakeries, cafes, and more. Want to have your finger on the pulse of what's new in the Galway restaurant scene and keep one step ahead of friends and colleagues on where's going to be the next must-try new place to eat? Here is the latest news and gossip on what gastronomic delights are heading our way and the best new restaurants coming soon to the city of the tribes.

Celebrity chef to attend Joyce’s food and wine celebrations

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

Galway’s leading local supermarket, with five locations throughout the county, will host two evening celebrations of local food and international wines this month. The evenings, which are in aid of Pieta House, will see celebrity chef Neven Maguire on hand to give top cooking tips and specialised cooking demonstrations using fresh produce from Joyce’s and its suppliers.

“We are passionate about local fresh food at Joyce’s and this event brings together over 40 local suppliers from all our stores," said Pat Joyce. "They will be showcasing their produce to our customers. The evenings are not just about food, we want to raise funds for Pieta House who are doing such great work in communities across Galway and throughout Ireland. We are a local business that employs over 330 people in Galway, we work with local suppliers and believe in bringing local to our customers.”

Succulent steaks on the butcher’s block at the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie Supper Club 

Thu, May 28, 2015

The latest in a line of successful foodie events at the Gaslight Bar & Brasserie will take place on Saturday June 6 from 7pm. The Butcher Counter will introduce a new pop-up butcher block concept with a range of luscious meats, all sourced from local farms and showcasing the Angus, Hereford, and Dexter breeds. 

A must for lunch in Cong

Thu, May 28, 2015

The village of Cong in County Mayo is famous as the location where much of The Quiet Man was filmed. Although you can retrace the steps of the actors throughout the town, Cong is so much more than just a movie set for tourists. The village is small and intimate with friendly pubs. There are the ruins of the old abbey right in the town to explore, and a path along the river where you can stroll through one of the loveliest woods. Adjacent to the village stands the dramatic and magnificent Ashford Castle. Dating from the 12th century, you are able to stroll around the grounds and get a feeling of what Ireland was like hundreds of years ago. For all the elegance and splendour of the castle, you should consider looking further afield for lunch. Sure, it has speciality teas, champagne, and finger sandwiches, and there may be talk of tasty pastries and cupcakes, but after many decades in the shadows of the grandeur of Ashford Castle, Cong is at last is defining itself and carving out an identity of its own.

Weather plays its part as Galway Food Festival gets bigger and better

Thu, Apr 09, 2015

More than chocolate was on offer for the estimated 78,000 visitors who satisfied their culinary appetite at the fourth Galway Food Festival over the Easter weekend.

Galway Food Festival highlights

Thu, Apr 02, 2015

The launch of the programme for the fourth Galway Food Festival was held on Monday March 9 in one of Galway’s coolest new hangout spots, Bite Club. Celebrating Galway as a food destination, the festival strives to highlight the importance of food provenance and sustainability. Many of the great and the good of the Galway food scene were present — chefs, producers, restaurateurs, educators, and food writers. One of the best things about the launch being in Bite Club was the refreshments — spicy tacos, hot wings, and poitin slushies were the order of the day. It certainly made a difference to the usual smoked salmon on brown bread and a glass of pinot gris. A huge amount of organising goes into the festival, with the committee members and many others giving freely of their time and expertise to make it a success. More than 60 food related events will take place in hotels, restaurants, cafes, and shops throughout Galway city and county during Easter weekend. Fifty shades of kale, the Twelve Apostles, Cava on the Corrib, and Easter-themed afternoon teas are just some of the fun activities planned.

McCambridge’s of Galway teams up with Berlin restaurant for Good Friday feast

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

McCambridge’s of Galway are teaming up with the Executive Directors of Sauvage Restaurant, Berlin for a Hunter Gatherer Feast this Good Friday as part of the Food Festival.

The menu on the evening will feature wild seafood and meats combined with foraged herbs, seaweed and seasonal vegetables using ancient preservation techniques. Instead of an a la carte format, the food will be served feast style with large tables being served an abundance of sharing plates.

An Púcán and Teeling Irish Whiskey at Galway Food Festival

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

This Easter Monday, April 6, An Púcán will present an evening of Irish food and whiskey pairing with Teeling Irish Whiskey as part of this year’s Galway Food Festival.

Be pictured with your fish at Mary’s Fish

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

It Is coming up to that time of year again, the biggest fish eating day in Ireland, Good Friday. In order to give you some ideas to perhaps try cooking something different Mary's Fish Shop is having one of her "Fish Demo Cooking Days” on Tuesday March 31.

‘A Taste of Chocolate’ -sensational chocolate infused supper club at the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

Continuing on from the success of their regular Supper Clubs, the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie will be celebrating the world of chocolate this Easter weekend. Galway’s latest casual dining destination is joining forces with independent artisan chocolatier, Hazel Mountain Chocolates, to develop a very special chocolate inspired three-course tasting menu. Available on Saturday April 4 for just €36.00 per person.

Now city diners can savour the Péarla na Mara experience

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

In July 2011, a dream came through – Péarla na Mara, a cosy café-restaurant in the heart of Oranmore village, opened its door for its first customers. Today, nearly four years later, it has become one of the favourite spots on Oranmore's dining scene and has been recognised by several industry awards, including a recommendation in Georgina Campbell's guide for the last three years and several TripAdvisor® Certificates of Excellence.

‘Our formula is simple: commitment to quality and consistence’ – reveals the owner and head chef Kamel Ourdache. – ‘We want to showcase the best of Western foodstuffs without overcomplicating the cooking! Fresh, unpretentious, wholesome food cooked from scratch to order using finest, locally sourced ingredients and simple Mediterranean seasoning.

House Hotel

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

The House Hotel, in the heart of The Latin Quarter, continues to raise the bar with their seasonal, delectable cocktails as they announce Aileen Cunningham as their new Head Cocktail Bartender.

New lunch menu at the Connacht Hotel

Thu, Mar 26, 2015

Spring has arrived and with it the Connacht Hotel, on the Dublin Road in Renmore, has launched its new spring/summer bar lunch menu.

This new menu is full of all the culinary delights that the regular lunch diners at the Connacht Hotel have grown to expect, and more. Head chef Regis Herviaux has carefully planned the menu to ensure that visitors to the hotel can sample the best ingredients that Galway’s suppliers have to offer. Changing daily are fish, stew, casserole dishes, and pie of the day, which are popular choices. There is also a large selection of starters and salads, mains such as chicken curry, lasagne, Kentucky style chicken, and pork belly. Some lighter main options can be chosen from the sandwich menu, or diners can select a salad as a main.

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