Unexpected visitors during World War II

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Shortly after dawn on Saturday, September 16 1944, Michael Conneely, a bachelor of 55 years was asleep in his cottage at Ailleabreach, Ballyconneely, when loud banging on his door woke him. He shouted ‘who’s there?’ The storm of the previous two days had abated but he couldn’t make out what the voice said. Grabbing a pitchfork, he slowly opened to door. Outside were two men, wet to the skin, in deep distress. Michael put the pitchfork to the throat of the first man: ‘Who are you?

Step out in style

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Versatility is the keynote of the spring/summer collection from Oxendales. Colour is always important but this season the emphasis is stronger than ever.

Eggcellent treats for Easter

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Fancy giving the little person in your life a special chocolate treat this Easter? Then, check out Aldi’s new Design Your own Easter Egg (€3.99).

Radiance in a jar

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

If your face bears all the greyness of winter it’s time to check out Brush on Radiance (€18)

Wage war on frizz

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Frizzy hair can be a nuisance. You wash, dry and style your locks but as soon as you brave the elements - boom, uncontrollable, static frizz.

Make-up magic

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Everything is possible and anything goes. That’s the message from Clarin’s Colour Fizz collection which offers a modern take on the seventies and a fresh look at vintage.

Competition winners

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

The winner of the Herbal Essences competition was Mary Coppinger of Colemanstown, Ballinasloe. She receives a Herbal Essences retro fruit juicer, some fresh fruit and samples from the Fruit Fusions range.

At home With La Maison Chic

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Buying carpet for the first time can be an overwhelming experience. Negotiating the seemingly endless variety of colours, styles, and brands can a daunting task for the first time carpet buyer. Fortunately it's really not as difficult as it may first appear.

Massive spring sale at Keenkost Kitchens and Bedrooms

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Keenkost Kitchens Oranmore is hosting a once off massive spring sale with genuine discounts on selected ranges. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain access to some of the most beautifully crafted, custom designed, fitted kitchen and bedroom furniture. You can also visit www.keenkostkitchens.com for more information and to view the catalogue. The Galway showroom is in Unit 4, Oranmore Business Park, phone (091) 790507.

As a long standing manufacturer and retailer of high quality and keenly priced kitchen and bedroom furniture for more than 30 years, Keenkost Kitchens and Bedrooms, Oranmore Business Park, has always been a name synonymous with the highest standards in excellence. This family run business which also has branches in Limerick, Killarney, and Cork, has always been dedicated to providing customers with the finest quality, made to measure, expertly designed, fitted furniture which will transform any kitchen or bedroom. The craftsmanship, experience, and expertise has earned the company a reputation as one of the leading suppliers of kitchen and bedroom furniture in Ireland.

Market day in Clarinbridge and lunch in the Radisson

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Last Sunday saw the launch of Galway’s newest market in Clarinbridge. It will be held on the last Sunday of each month beside the garden centre at the rear of Centra. There was a superb turnout of 19 market stalls selling cakes, breads, home-made soups, oysters, farm fresh eggs, jams, pancakes, chutneys, and home-made fudge, plus several jewellery and hand crafts stalls. It was very busy with one trader telling me that she had sold 48 cakes of brown bread by 1.30pm. It starts at 12 noon and closes at 6pm, and a stall can be purchased for €20 which seems very good value indeed. I predict that it is going to be very popular, particularly in the summer months, so if you are thinking about a stall there, book your space now before it is full. As always I encourage you to attend and support all local markets in your area and I wish the Clarinbridge Market and all its stall holders every success.

Magnificent monkfish

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

A big ugly swimming mouth, a stomach attached to a tail, or simply plain ugly, Lophius piscatorius may be many things, but pretty it is not. The monkfish is an extremely popular fish on the tables of Irish restaurants, and for good reason. The meat is delicate and firm in texture with an extremely pleasant aftertaste, particularly when simply cooked in a little butter and finished with no more than a squeeze of lemon juice.

Celebrate with spring lamb

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

There is no better way to celebrate Easter than with spring lamb! Bord Bia has come up with some great new recipes which combine both traditional and far away flavours to deliver versatile and mouthwatering dishes.

Have a Happy Easter at the Harbour Hotel

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

The Harbour Hotel with the K Bar and Krusoes restaurant serving fresh, good quality, food, is located just two minutes’ walk from Eyre Square, and with easy access from all routes is the perfect setting for Easter Sunday lunch.

Hungarian dental discounts will make you smile

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Many Irish people are now opting to travel to Hungary to have dental work done, for a third of what they would pay in Ireland.

Style Counsel

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

With Communions, confirmations, weddings, and other events are around the corner, in this week’s column you will find advice on how to look fab for a big day out.

Banish thread veins with Laserderm

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

Are you constantly checking your make-up? Do you need to cover your red facial veins daily? Do you always look flushed and red?

How to beat a clothes crisis

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Does every morning feels like a mini meltdown? You open your wardrobe and you cannot find anything to wear. You end up wearing the same and never wear the clothes that you have paid good money for.

Money tight? Buy right and sleep tight

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Isn't it great to know that in hard times we can still treat ourselves to a little luxury at incredibly affordable prices? After a sell out sale in Castlebar recently, Bedding, Bath n' Basics has announced it is coming to the Menlo Park Hotel this Sunday for a massive one day sale from 11am to 5pm.

Great value on kitchens — and bedrooms too

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Rite Price Kitchens offers custom made kitchens and bedrooms at cash and carry prices.

Designer tea

Thu, Mar 26, 2009

Now that we have had 10 years of coffee houses springing up in every conceivable space, the ‘cup of tea’ has nearly been consigned to history. Indeed the phrase ‘Would you like a cup of tea?’ seems to be taken by many to read as, ‘Would you like a cup of coffee?’ Except for a certain generation where the ‘cuppa’ still reigns supreme, most people are now devoted coffee consumers.

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