Christmas at Caprice

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Caprice has been a favourite with Galwegians and visitors since its opening a couple of years back. The first thing you notice about Caprice is that the interior looks like a Pinterest board dream, all calm colours and twinkling lights. It is clear that a great deal of thought has gone into this design. Located at the corner of Church Lane and Market Street, Caprice has added to this area of town. It is a bit off the beaten path, but that does not seem to put many people off visiting. A good menu often trumps an out of the way address.

The Skeff Late Bar & Kitchen — Galway’s meeting place this festive season

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Picture this… It’s a nice crisp afternoon, you have spent the day shopping with friends and it’s time to put the bags down and give your arms a rest. The Skeff Late Bar & Kitchen in Eyre Square is the perfect place to stop off and soak up the magical festive atmosphere in the lead up to the holidays.

Enjoy relaxing in cosy surroundings with a winter warmer in hand while taking advantage of the best viewpoint in the city. Choose from a tasty selection of hot drinks, such as a Bailey’s hot chocolate, Kahlua coffee, or a hot port.

Enjoy festive afternoon tea at the Nox

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Nox Hotel is one of Galway’s trendiest and most conveniently located hotels, and with a festive ambience not to be missed it is the perfect place to enjoy a Christmas treat.

Santa’s letters and lunch at the g

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Santa’s forecast is for a very g-ood and g-enerous Christmas this year and he is ready to tell all the boys and girls why, over lunch on Saturday December 14 from 12 noon in the stunning surroundings of the ever stylish and magically festive five star g Hotel.

Feast on festive lunches at The Ardilaun

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The festive season is in full swing on Taylor's Hill with festive lunch or dinners available in The Ardilaun Hotel for the month of December. The award winning kitchen team have introduced a sumptuous Christmas two course and three course menus with tea/coffee and mince pies for €21 and €26.50 per person respectively.

Lead a fun and active life this Christmas without incontinence worries

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and experiencing incontinence. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of leaks.

Vitamin D — how to top up on sunshine this winter

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Widely known as the sunshine vitamin, there is a reason vitamin D is so easy for our bodies to synthesise in the summer months — we need it for a huge variety of functions. Yet, chances are that you are low in it, since it is estimated around one billion people worldwide are deficient or have insufficient levels. So what is vitamin D? Interestingly, it is not simply a fat soluble vitamin that is produced endogenously when UV rays reach our skin at the correct angle, it is actually also a hormone. Its various forms have a range of names; including calcitriol, ergocalciferol, calcidiol, and cholecalciferol.

GMIT scientists present findings of first Irish survey of students’ awareness of antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The findings of the first Irish survey of college students’ awareness and knowledge of misuse and abuse of antibiotics were presented to the public at an open lecture in GMIT on Monday November 18, marking European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD). The findings reveal there is a lack of awareness, understanding, and knowledge about antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance among this demographic.

The survey, “Awareness of antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance in a west of Ireland third-level student population,” was carried out this year by Dr Debbie Corcoran, Dr Sheila Faherty, and Sandy Bakankio BSc, Department of Biopharmaceutical and Medical Science, GMIT, in collaboration with members of the HSE’s national Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control team (AMRIC) — surveillance scientist Maria Molloy and communications manager Audrey Lambourn (HCAI).

Getting ready for the Christmas with Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The lead up to Christmas can be very stressful for lots of people due to financial and emotional issues, but it is up to ourselves how we deal with this stress. It is not all about the material things, it is about our mental health and how we feel — good company, a nice meal, warmth, and little gifts as gestures — are what Christmas is about.

How to theme your Christmas decorations with EZ Living Furniture

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

While putting up the Christmas tree each year is a major tradition, the way we decorate today has become anything but. People are saying goodbye to their flimsy tinsel and multicoloured lights, and instead giving a big warm welcome to bold and often themed décor.

Black Friday at McGaugh’s Gardening Complex

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Call in to McGaugh's Gardening Complex where you will find fabulous Christmas decor with up to 70 per cent off in the bargain den, which is located upstairs in McGaugh's Christmas Emporium.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from modern to traditional.

Get your roof winter ready with KCL Roofing & Guttering

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

As winter begins to set in, and the weather becomes harsher day by day, KCL Roofing & Guttering outlines what needs to be done to prepare your roof against whatever weather this winter might bring.

Are you building or renovating? Then it is time to contact Dalgan Windows

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Dalgan Windows is a family run business manufacturing and installing windows and doors to an international quality standard. The company, which is based in Shrule, Co Galway, is one of the leading suppliers of windows and doors in the country.

The Dalgan Windows product range includes windows and doors in a choice of timber, uPVC, and aluminium. Dalgan Windows also specialises in commercial fabrication and installations.

Buy one cruise fare, get one for sixty per cent off with Royal Caribbean and Cruise Worldwide

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Royal Caribbean has launched its new 2020/21 brochure featuring countless amazing ideas to inspire your next adventure. For a limited time only, the company is offering buy one cruise fare, get one 60 per cent off, on selected sailings worldwide. Cruises must be booked by December 16 to avail of this offer.

The Allure of the Seas will undergo a $165 million upgrade in April of 2020. She will then operate a seven night western Mediterranean itinerary from Barcelona visiting Palma De Mallorca in Spain, Provence in France, and Florence, Pisa, Rome, and Naples in Italy. Fly cruise prices start from as little as €1,180pp. The Rhapsody of the Seas, based in Venice, will operate seven night itineraries to the Greek islands and Croatia; prices start from €1,229pp. The Explorer of the Seas, based in Rome, will operate nine night itineraries exploring the Greek islands and Turkey.

Ireland’s first Hyatt Hotel opens in Dublin’s Liberties

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The Chicago-based Hyatt Hotel Corporation has more than 800 properties in some 55 countries across six continents. Its subsidiaries own 14 premier brands and enjoys a loyalty membership of more than 18 million. The opening of the Hyatt Centric Hotel in Dublin’s Liberties offers a new destination for Hyatt’s loyalty members worldwide.

The baked potato is back...it's a lunch thing!

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The time of year has arrived when the wind and rain batters us, darkness is there when we leave and come back to our homes, the cold is almost overpowering, and the motivation to go outside is approaching zero. However, Fat Freddy's restaurant has come up with the perfect temptation to pry us from the warm comforts of inside — Fat Freddy's baked potato.

Staying healthy and fit this Christmas

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Christmas is a time where we love to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. For most of us, the festive season is where we decide that gluttony becomes almost acceptable as we gorge ourselves on food and drink. Waistlines expand and the motivation to go to the gym disappears quicker than a tin of Roses.

Experience the magic of the season at the Diamond Coast Hotel

Wed, Nov 27, 2019

2019 certainly was a very exciting year at the Diamond Coast Hotel Enniscrone — The year started off with General Manager Michael Yates winning General Manager of the year at the Irish Hotel awards. Recently it was announced as the third highest traveller-ranked hotel in county Sligo which is no mean feat.

B Connolly Sons & Co, The Connaught Buildings

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

The Connaught Buildings in Mainguard Street were established in 1861. The complex formed the business of Bartley Connolly and Sons. He advertised extensively as “By Special Appointment, Purveyor to HRH the Duke of Edinburgh; and to his excellency The Lord Lieutenant, and Chief Executive for Ireland.” They were major wine importers, spirit merchants, family grocers, and Italian warehousemen.

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