Say goodbye razor, hello laser with Therapie

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Imagine no longer having to worry about nicks and cuts, embarrassing stubble, and irritated, unhappy skin, all of which go hand in hand with a girl’s beauty regime.

Eastern Tandoori, Spanish Parade

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Many people think that all Indian food is spicy/hot and full of calories. This can of course be true, but many dishes do not have any chillies whatsoever and those that do can be ordered without them. So never be afraid to try Indian food just because you do not like fiery tastes, talk to the waiter and you will be surprised by the choice available. In fact the dishes I will be mentioning later are all extra mild. With regards to the calories it is true that some dishes are well endowed but there many, such as tandoori dishes, that are cooked without any oil being added. Again talk to the waiter if you are watching the calories and ask for recommendations. If you are a vegetarian you will be well catered for. In fact in India it is more normal to eat vegetable based dishes and I think the menus that you see here in Ireland and the UK were designed to keep us meat eaters happy.

Easter fun at Loughwell Farm Park

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Join the Easter Bunny at Loughwell Farm Park in Moycullen on Easter Saturday, Sunday, and Monday for a great day of family fun.

Healthy breakfast tips and recipes

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Sixty per cent of Irish people agree that breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, however one in four people say that they do not eat breakfast regularly. To celebrate the brighter mornings, Kellie O’Connor, nutritionist with Danone Ireland, has developed some delicious healthy breakfast options to get you off to the right start and to coincide with the launch of Danone’s in-store daily hamper competitions, recipe leaflets, and product tastings which are happening in a number of Dunnes Stores branches across the country.

Mulberry’s named best casual dining restaurant in Galway

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Mulberry’s restaurant in Barna has been named the best casual dining restaurant in Galway at the regional finals of the Santa Rita/Sunday Independent Life magazine Irish Restaurant Awards. This category recognises the dining experience which best offers outstanding value, excellent food, appropriate service, genuine hospitality, and an appropriate overall experience.

Mulberry’s will now go on to the National Irish Restaurant Awards in the Burlington Hotel in Dublin on May 14.

Galway Modern Homes and Building Exhibition a great success

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

The Galway Modern Homes and Building Exhibition, which took place in Leisureland last weekend, was a great success with a large crowd of visitors attending the event over three days. They arrived with their house plans and met with the professionals with the expertise and advice for building, extending, or renovating their homes.

Great value on attic stairs from Galway Carpenters

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Galway Carpenters was established in November 2006 by Karl Moore. The company quickly developed an excellent reputation, and it is trusted and highly respected for its services and the high standard of skills, knowledge, and workmanship the team provides. Whether it is a small or large project, Galway Carpenters promises to provide a fair, efficient, and professional service at all times.

Premium timber flooring from Sean Sheerin Carpentry

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

Sean Sheerin is a specialist in the supply and fitting of wood flooring, including popular options such as herringbone, parquet flooring, oiled floors, and laminates.

Fun, games, and entertainment with the Easter bunny and chicken at Turoe Pet Farm

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

When it comes to festive entertainment Turoe Pet Farm has lots to offer regardless of the weather with its vast array of indoor space. Easter at Turoe Pet Farm kicks off the spring/summer season when the animals are put back out on the farm to await the visitors who feed them as the stroll around the all weather nature trail.

Discoloured teeth

Thu, Apr 05, 2012

There is a perception that whiter teeth are healthy teeth. This is not always so, but even if you have healthy teeth you can consider many ways with modern dentistry to lighten them with bleaching and veneers. Below I have outlined some of the more common causes for discolouration.

Trauma: A knock to your teeth can kill the nerve and as the tooth dies, the nerve becomes darker and stains the teeth. Your dentist can advise you if root canal therapy is possible to keep the tooth and either internal bleaching or a crown will rectify the colour.

Down to a T

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Of all the catwalk trends, celebrity influences and High Street offerings, if I was to pick my favourite item of all time, it would be a t-shirt. Plain and simple. It’s a core item that no wardrobe should be without. You may think that there are plenty of items that should form part of your capsule closet but think of it like this. Blazer and jeans, leggings and sneakers, summer skirt and sandals, no matter what the outfit, the basis of all of the aforementioned, is a t-shirt. Now I’m not talking about a top emblazoned with your favourite 1980s rock band (although I have a brilliant one with Debbie Harry on it) my advice is to keep it plain this summer and stick to styles such as a fitted cotton “v” or round neck, sleeveless or cap sleeved, waist or hip length. The simplicity of the T is what makes it genius. To get you summer ready, there are lot’s of ways to style up the minimalist, most unadorned of all fashion staples.

Spring has sprung at Born Clothing and Footwear

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

If you, like top celebs including Rihanna, Jessica Alba, and Demi Lovato, are a fan of Jeffrey Campbell footwear but do not have the pay packet to match, then you will be delighted to hear that Born Clothing’s footwear departments in Newtownsmith and Tuam Shopping Centre have launched a similar line of fabulous footwear that will have you looking like a Hollywood starlet.

The Finishing Touch to open new premises tomorrow

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

The Finishing Touch opened its doors in November 2010 and has met with a great response. The family-run store is relocating to a spacious new premises at Cross Street Lower.

Style fixes for plus size women

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Finding stylish casual or occasion wear can be an epic struggle when you are a plus size. Styles can be either too old fashioned or shabby. Celebrities such as Adele or Melissa McCarthy show that you can be full figured and beautiful. There is no reason why you should not look your best.

It is all about choice and colour this season at Standún

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Standún’s ladies’ department encompasses labels from dressy to casual for all ages.

AKA fashion show to take place next month

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Athenry Kilimanjaro Achievers’ fashion show is set for Thursday April 12 at 7.15pm in the Galway Bay Hotel. The proceeds of the event go towards Crumlin Children's Hospital and the Chernobyl Children's Trust. Fashionistas can enjoy a fabulous night of glitz and glamour from a list of shops which caters for all ages.

Gigantic bridal sale at Belladonna

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Brides up and down the country love when Belladonna holds a sale.

Notes for the season

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

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Organic hair colouring from Naturigin

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

For women hair can be both the most important aspect of their appearance and also the most frustrating, particularly for women aged from their 30s upwards, when having a manageable style may become more important than having a high maintenance hairstyle. With more and more women going back into the workforce out of necessity priorities are changing rapidly, and research has shown that Irish women are resourceful and very good at adapting to new circumstances.

Hugo Boss now available at Louis Copeland Galway

Thu, Mar 29, 2012

Louis Copeland & Sons has announced the arrival of Hugo Boss for the first time to its Galway store.

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