The Townhouse restaurant, and really good pork products
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
The Townhouse restaurant has a new expanded summer menu, which is pretty comprehensive; it has also just launched a much bigger and better wine list. Fair play to it as most restaurants are cutting back on wine lists and menus. It is also championing many local suppliers, and that is one of the really good movements that has taken off recently in the restaurant world, all the more important when there are scares such as the e coli outbreak, which now seems to be traced to beansprouts, and the disturbing RTE programme on large scale pig production.
Read more ...Asthma Society ‘nose’ how to garden safely
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Up to 400,000 people with asthma also suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis), which is triggered by pollen, dust and spores. Allergies often deter people from enjoying their garden and that was the theme of the Asthma Society of Ireland’s ‘Treat not Trigger - the Asthma & Allergy Friendly Garden’ on show at the Bloom festival last week. The imaginative garden was designed by horticulturist, Fiann O’Nuallain, to highlight how better air quality and managing environmental triggers contribute to improved asthma control and a better quality of life in general for people with asthma and allergies.
Read more ...Excellence in nutrition education in the heart of Galway
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Everywhere you look these days you can see an increasing awareness of the link between good nutrition and wellness, and the evidence is mounting that disease can often be prevented, stabilised, or even reversed by changing how we eat.
Read more ...Aisling Connolly Plexus Bio Energy Clinic
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Aisling Connolly’s Plexus Bio–Energy clinic is the perfect place to revive your health and vitality. Plexus bio-energy has achieved exceptional results in the treatment of a diverse range of conditions, including back pain, digestive disorders, stress, headaches, grief, depression, asthma, and sports injuries.
Read more ...Roll back the years with micro-needling
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Hollywood’s best kept secret has just been revealed
Read more ...Treat stress, anxiety, and depression with Chinese acupuncture
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
The internal imbalance caused by the exposure to external stress can lead to what is called an energy blockage, resulting in difficulty sleeping, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. Acupuncture treats the root cause of this condition.
Read more ...The golden rules for great weight loss
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
1. Your metabolism is the master controller of your weight loss — even more than diet or exercise. Metabolism faults (like high blood sugar, constipation, bloating, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, and sluggish thyroid) will limit or stop your weight loss no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Addressing your metabolism problems opens the door to better and easier weight loss.
Read more ...Nutrition guidelines for Women’s Mini Marathon Galway
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Nutrients from good food are scientifically proven to be more beneficial to marathon athletes than the equivalent replicas from supplements. This is often forgotten. On a website dedicated to mini-marathon participants www.WomensMiniMarathonGalway.ie there is a full weekly schedule of what distance competitors should eat.
Read more ...The Great Famine in Galway
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Like most towns in Ireland, Galway was used to food shortages; they had occurred here in 1816, 1817, 1822, 1831, and in 1842 there were food riots in the city. Nobody, however, was prepared for what happened in 1845 when the potato crop failed. As winter approached, the situation did not seem any worse than usual, though people were concerned about food being exported from the docks while there was a shortage locally.
Read more ...Mary Kate Danaher: ‘ I feel the same way about it myself’...
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
At last filming The Quiet Man began in June 1951, during one of the sunniest summers on record. Everything went smoothly. There was a genuine outpouring of goodwill from the people of Cong and everywhere in Ireland, towards the project. The crew and cast were happy. The actors were generous with signing autographs, making guest appearances at charity events, and had an excellent working relationship with the director John Ford. Ford was in wonderful good form. He had exorcised his war ghosts by making an astonishing 10 movies in only six years. Now he was relaxed and cheerful, beaming to be in Ireland with great actors, many of whom were his friends, and a script which he clearly liked. He had already worked out changes which he had discussed with his friend and adviser Brian Desmond Hurst in their rented house in Spiddal.
Read more ...Summer jeans
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
We all want a sexy pair of summer jeans whether in classic navy, seventies flared denim, or coloured skinnies. Find out which style suits your shape and how to wear them.
• Coloured skinnies: from icy pink to bright red to demure burgundy, coloured skinnies are a playful way to jazz up your wardrobe. Petite women will look tall in them, and if you are blessed with great legs this is a look for you. Go for extra stretch if you are a little conscious of your thighs, it will slim them down. A great look for coloured skinnies is to team them with a blouse or simple T-shirt and a boyfriend blazer worn open. Pumps, sneakers, or heels will all complement this look.
Read more ...Sunday styling at David Martin
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
David Martin Hairdressing has announced that its salon at Kingston Road will open seven days a week, including bank holidays. The salon will open on Sundays from 9am to 5pm, making it ideal for anyone with a special occasion or an important night out.
Read more ...Discover real weight loss with System 10
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
System 10 is a scientifically researched weight loss programme designed to correct your metabolism faults. Based on extensive research by Limerick dietician, lecturer, and creator of System 10 David McDonagh, this plan includes the three essential keys to fixing your metabolism for the best and fastest weight loss ever. The three essential keys are calorie specific balanced food plans of normal, natural food, realistic exercise, and correction of metabolism problems.
Read more ...National Third Level Student Innovation Awards showcase
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
Last Wednesday saw teams of students from all over Ireland competing at the first National Third Level Student Innovation Awards for a €3,000 prize and the possibility of their product being distributed by a national food company.
Read more ...Is your allotment the best in Ireland?
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
The RDS has announced the launch of the 2011 RDS Allotment Awards. Now in their second year, these awards have a total prize fund of €3,000 and strengthen the society’s commitment to promoting biodiversity in Ireland. Demand for allotments has never been higher, and the desire to grow fresh food at an affordable price is now stronger than ever.
Read more ...Tea at the Rectory and tunes at the church
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
“You are all invited,” says the Rector of St Nicholas’, Archdeacon Gary Hastings. He has again issued an invitation to all in Galway to afternoon tea at the Rectory, Taylor’s Hill, on Saturday June 11, starting at 2pm, when the annual garden fete takes place in aid of St Nicholas’, and to attend tunes in the church on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm during the summer.
Read more ...Tea at the Rectory and tunes at the church
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
“You are all invited,” says the Rector of St Nicholas’, Archdeacon Gary Hastings. He has again issued an invitation to all in Galway to afternoon tea at the Rectory, Taylor’s Hill, on Saturday June 11, starting at 2pm, when the annual garden fete takes place in aid of St Nicholas’, and to attend tunes in the church on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm during the summer.
Read more ...Value, choice, and service at Spellman Tiles & Bathrooms
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
Spellman Tiles & Bathrooms in Oranmore is inviting people to visit its showrooms where customers can view its wide range of tiles and timber floors. The ground floor of the premises houses a great selection of bathroom wall and floor tiles, plus kitchen wall and floor tiles on display. There is a variety of colours and designs to choose from, and staff can offer friendly expert advice to help you choose the right tiles for your home.
Read more ...Grow your own in any space with B&Q
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
Growing your own food is possible, however large or small your outdoor space. Use a window box, planters, or hanging basket, or why not try a vertical polantor, inspired by the B&Q Gold award winning vertical garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. The planter can be hung on walls or fences, has 12 planting holes plus planting space at the top for extra flowers, vegetables, or herbs. It really is that easy.
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