A brownie a day keeps the frownies away

Thu, Feb 04, 2021

Treat yourself with a delicious sweet treat in no time with this quick and easy hassle-free gooey chocolate brownie recipe.

SuperSubs soup brings some Mexican warmth

Thu, Feb 04, 2021

Olé! The SuperSubs soup range has a new bean on the block.

Pat McDonagh and his superb SuperSubs team are continually finding ways to warm us up during these cold spells by designing wholesome choices to further complement the popular Supermac's menu. The ever-expanding SuperSubs range does just that, by providing a balanced variety of readily available options, throughout a selection of Supermac’s restaurants nationwide. As well as being reasonably priced, the menu offers a great variety of soups that are both super healthy and substantial.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Asia from Spiced Barna and Salthill

Thu, Feb 04, 2021

Spiced, the popular Barna restaurant now also open in Salthill, offers delicious authentic Asian dishes bringing together the best culinary traditions from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

With staples such as chicken tikka masala and a range of authentic Indian curries from korma to vindaloo, along with a selection of less well known dishes from the region, this thriving new restaurant is worth a visit.

Make Pancake Tuesday extra special with these confetti buttermilk pancakes

Thu, Feb 04, 2021

Pancake Tuesday is approaching, and when it comes to the best breakfast ideas, Siúcra delicious confetti buttermilk pancakes are sure to please. These colourful pancakes are super quick and easy to make from standard ingredients you most likely already have in your kitchen.

Galway restaurants honoured in Michelin awards

Thu, Jan 28, 2021

By Una Sinnott
Three Galway restaurants are among the recipients of the new Michelin Green Star award, which recognises leadership in sustainable gastronomy.

Bacon, eggs, and spinach pies — the ultimate comfort food

Thu, Jan 28, 2021

These bacon, eggs, and spinach pies are a really tasty breakfast dish. Add some crusty bread, or potato wedges and salad, for a great lunch or dinner.

Registration for The Big Grow 2021 is now open for primary school teachers in Galway

Thu, Jan 28, 2021

Schools may be closed, but innocent and GIY are calling on teachers to sign up for free food growing classroom kits to welcome children back when the doors are open again.

Ensure you eat well during your pregnancy

Thu, Jan 21, 2021

Eating a healthy diet during pregnancy will help your baby develop and grow and will help keep you fit and well. You don’t need to go on a special diet, but you should follow some basic healthy eating guidelines in order to get the right balance of nutrients that you and your baby need.

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Top vegan picks at Joyce’s

Thu, Jan 21, 2021

As the month of January draws to a close so does the vastly popular annual challenge of Veganuary, where people from all around the world challenge themselves to try a plant based diet for the month of January. In honour of Veganuary the team at Joyces Supermarkets have put together a list of some of their favourite vegan products and brands available in store.

Treat the family to this delicious fish pie

Thu, Jan 21, 2021

With experts recommending that we eat two portions of fish a week for optimum health, this family meal is a great way to introduce fish into your diet.

This recipe serves four adults.

Cellnutrition Health to start testing promising new vaccine and immunotherapy

Thu, Jan 21, 2021

Driven by its war cry to futureproof healthcare systems globally by creating healthy people not patients, Galway-based Cellnutrition Health is in the process of testing and producing a new vaccine for viruses including the ever-mutating COVID-19 as well as bacteria, fungi and parasitic infections.

Returning home and want to start a business?

Thu, Jan 21, 2021

The call is open for applicants for a free initiative to help returned emigrants to Galway start and develop businesses in Ireland. This is the fourth year of the very successful Back for Business developmental programme, which is funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

How to eat healthy on a budget

Thu, Jan 14, 2021

When it comes to saving on food shopping, there are lots of ways you can get the most for your money. With a little forward planning and some thought, you can really make a dent in your grocery bill.

Gingerbread cheesecake is the ultimate dessert indulgence

Thu, Jan 14, 2021

This gingerbread salted caramel pecan cheesecake, courtesy of Siúcra and food influencer Lili Forberg, is the perfect dessert to brighten up a dull January dinner.

Enjoy these YR spicy vegan tortillas as a Veganuary treat

Thu, Jan 14, 2021

With Veganuary in full swing, YR Sauce has released the ultimate spicy vegan tortilla recipe to spice up the New Year.

Healthy butternut squash ‘risotto’

Thu, Jan 07, 2021

After an overindulgent Christmas and festive season, the New Year offers an opportunity to make some changes to get your eating back on track. Start your New Year right with this delicious and super easy dinner recipe, sure to keep you on track to a healthier you.

The pandemic has significantly changed how we shop, cook, and eat

Thu, Jan 07, 2021

How we shop for food, cook, and eat has changed significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, an international survey led by Queen’s University Belfast reveals.

Positive changes such as an increase in home cooking and cooking from scratch with fresh ingredients were recorded. However, there were also negative trends, such as a reported increase in saturated fat intake.

Keeping things bubbly

Thu, Dec 31, 2020

New Year’s Eve has arrived, and so it is time to celebrate and look forward to the New Year ahead. If you are looking for the perfect prosecco or Champagne to ring in the New Year, look no further than these stylish and trendy drinks available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

Whiskey of The West

Wed, Dec 23, 2020

In the last Whiskey Review for the year, I’d like to give an honourable mention to some great Irish Spirits that have made the West of Ireland their home.

Palmers Bar & Kitchen opens at Glenlo Abbey

Thu, Dec 17, 2020

The newest addition to Glenlo Abbey’s dining offering, Palmers Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary gastropub offering exciting all-day dining.

Named after the Palmers, who bought Glenlo Abbey in 1897, this influential milling family made their home here for the next 90 years. Celebrating their legacy, Palmers Bar & Kitchen offers the very best in Irish hospitality.

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