Galway - the most shoneen town in Ireland!

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

On Tuesday April 26 1916, 95 years ago this week, many people in Galway town were gripped by rumour and hysteria. Rebellion in Dublin had been the sole source of conversation the evening before, but now telegraph lines were cut down, no trains were running, and news that rebellion had broken out in Oranmore, Clarinbridge and Athenry, brought events closer to home. All roads out of the town were considered too dangerous to travel. All shops and factories closed. People stood in small groups discussing the situation. There were fears that the rebels were approaching the town.*

Summer day looks ideas

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

I recently attended a fashion show organised by the Clarenbridge Oyster Festival committee at the Marine Institute. First, the originality of the venue astonished me, then the gems of styles that boutiques revealed wonderfully surprised me. Although special occasions outfits were very much featured during the show, stylish and easy to wear day looks dominated the catwalk. The one outfit that stroked my eyes was a light turquoise sequin jacket with an aqua blue shorts and white tee from Galway boutique Daisy – this quirky and elegant number can be worn day to evening.

Layering, fluid material, and neutral shades were strong trend looks on the catwalk. Anything from black harem pants styled with nude satin top, or an interesting grey dress with hood from Squisito boutique, to a cute tulle ballerina skirt with cropped cardigan at Ail Ruin. The neutral trend is better styled with other neutrals, but you can add a splash of colour such as a tangerine handbag.

Summer has arrived with F&B at Meadows and Byrne

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

The overall theme for Spring 2011at Farrell & Brown is cute, flirty and feminine. It’s all about mixing, matching and of course … layering! Expect to find a playful collection full of bold and neutral colours, overloaded with pretty prints. With all the latest trends from cargo pants to check shirts, fashion tees, light-weight cardis and cheeky shorts covered.

Hot debs dresses at Tracy bridal and evening wear

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

For most girls, their debs night is the biggest event of the school year. Shopping for their dress is a rite of passage for every teenager who will want to ensure that she looks and feels fabulous. Tracy bridal and evening wear has been dressing young women for their debs for 21 years and possesses a variety of dresses to suit all tastes.

High tech cooking

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

These days everything seems to be classed as ‘high-tech’ from phones to cars to iPads to games to television on demand. Now the ancient art of cooking has entered an era of research and is producing a food style that is know as molecular gastronomy. Over the centuries cooking has evolved mainly through trial and error, noting carefully what worked and then attempting to replicate it again and again. That is the basis of a recipe and now we have thousands if not millions of recipe books to choose from. However, there has been very little pure research into exactly why certain recipes worked at the molecular level.

Good Friday will be great at the Meyrick

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

This Good Friday seafood lovers can enjoy a speciality fish and seafood menu as part of the Good Friday Agreement, a culinary night in the Hotel Meyrick. The event will take place on Friday April 22 in the appropriately named Oyster Bar & Grill restaurant.

Easter in the Burren-An Fulacht Fia restaurant

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

Now that spring is in the air, why not take a trip to the picturesque village of Ballyvaughan in the heart of the Burren and make the most of the glorious sunshine. An Fulacht Fia Restaurant is a family run restaurant located just outside Ballyvaughan, enjoying superb views of Galway Bay. Emphasis is on locally sourced food which is lovingly prepared by the restaurant’s highly acclaimed chef Irmantas.

The contemporary style dining room is beautifully appointed, elegant yet welcoming and relaxed - catering for all your needs, from a romantic meal for two, to families, groups, conferences, or for that intimate wedding or special occasion (capacity 80 guests).

Managing change in difficult times

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

Have you lost your job? Are you in debt? Is your home under threat? Are you afraid to tell your family just how bad things really are?

The men who first brought Sam to Galway

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Galway reached the All-Ireland football final for the first time in 1919, when they were beaten by Kildare by 2 – 5 to 0 – 1. In 1922 they were beaten by Dublin by 6 points to 4. In 1925 they won it for the first time, beating Cavan by 3 – 2 to 1 - 2. In 1928, the Sam Maguire Trophy was presented to the GAA, and ever since, it has been the dream of every county in Ireland to hold it aloft in Croke Park on the third Sunday in September.

‘Ring out, wild bells’ to welcome this great composer

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

The composer Karl Jenkins is the bane of many music critics’ lives. They cannot understand him; or why he is so popular with serious music lovers. A recent study shows that he is now the most performed living composer in the world. If Jenkins was a Mick Jagger or a Paul McCartney then, some critics argue, different criteria would apply. But this man takes the most solemn themes, such as the Mass, and more recently Stabat Mater (the intensely moving 13th century hymn to Mary as she stands at the foot of the Cross), and presents them in an astonishing, and exciting, new format that makes you sit up, and ask: “What was that?” It is certainly not in the classical tradition.

Look fab for the festival season with Festival of Fashion

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

The Festival of Fashion will kick off at 8pm today (Thursday) with a wine and canapés reception in the stunning Marine Institute in Renville, Oranmore. The event, in association with the Clarenbridge Oyster Festival, will get you ready for a season of festival fun from racing to arts and music to oysters. You are sure find a look to suit you with festive collections from Ail Ruin, Squisito, Sorelle, Concepts, Select, Madison, Nestor’s, Daisy, Brown Thomas, Shenil Shoes, Demora, and Standún.

Sabor at Corry’s Food Hall, Loughrea

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Over the years Loughrea has not had many new cafés/restaurants, and now in the space of less than six months, I visited a third new venture. The Corry family has had a butcher’s business in Loughrea for many years and just two years ago they made the brave move to a new architect-designed building beside the old railway station. The café is situated on an open mezzanine upstairs and is now producing some really good food. Like several places I talked about recently, it is on its third incarnation, the new head chef and proprietor Nigel along with his wife Magaly at front of house, has I believe got the right formula and range of products.

How OLMI Design can help to design and organise your children’s room

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Do you think that your children need some space for their things? OLMI Design can help you with all these issues by helping to design a room perfect for your kids.

Parent power

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

“The world is passing through troublesome times. The young people of today think of nothing but themselves. They have no reverence for parents or old age. They are impatient of all restraint: they talk as if they alone know everything.”

Mother of the bride/groom — dress ideas to suit your shape

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

From glamorous knee-length coat dress combos to modern dresses, I have found some gorgeous styles to suit your shape.

L’Occitane introduces new Almond body products for 2011

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

L’Occitane’s new Almond products contain an almond bud extract to help you sculpt your body and rediscover beautifully slender curves. The entire power of the tree is concentrated in its buds, rich in flavonoids; known to stimulate microcirculation and thus improve drainage, the almond buds help reduce the appearance of cellulite.

The collection includes:

Top hairstylist joins David Martin

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Tom Walsh is now available for appointments at David Martin hair salon, located at New Dock Street, Galway.

Notes for the season

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

While certain things in life take time and patience to achieve, like improving the texture of your skin, reaching your ideal body weight, or growing out a bad fringe, others can be achieved through quick (but planned) fixes.

New evening weekend menu at Sweetie Pies

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

This Friday Sweetie Pies on Middle Street will get into full swing with the launch of its evening weekend menu.

Basilico offers a trip of a lifetime to loyal customers

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

The much acclaimed Italian restaurant Basilico has launched a new loyalty club which will reward customers with two amazing prizes. Located in Oranmore and with a second restaurant opened earlier this month in Clarinbridge, Basilico has enjoyed resounding success in offering customers an authentic Italian dining experience.

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