Wellness and gym membership at the g Hotel & Spa

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

With summer fast approaching it is time to look after both mind and body with the g Hotel. ESPA at the g has membership available from just €70 per month. ESPA membership offers a total solution for your spring into summer wellness, fitness, and spa needs.

Health is not to be taken for granted

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

Although modern medicine has made tremendous advances in surgical procedures and in the treatment of acute illness, for centuries holistic medicine has been – and remains – the mainstay of care for our health. It respects the person as a whole – the body, mind, soul, and emotions.

Transform how you look, feel, and function

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

Are you interested in getting in shape, but you have a back problem or another joint issue such as hip pain or knee trouble? Have you tried jogging or going to the gym, but you find that it simply makes the problem area worse?

Improve your fertility with acupuncture

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

In Ireland up to one in six couples are affected by infertility. While the causes can be wide ranging including hormone imbalance, PCOS, endometriosis, and sperm disorders, the effects of being unable to conceive can be very distressing for the couple concerned.

Sometimes taking the natural route can lead you on the greatest journey

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

Are you struggling with fertility issues? Are you having trouble starting a family? Many couples in the same boat have turned to Denise Christie from Health and Harmony in Loughrea, Co Galway. And for many she made their dreams come true.

When the teacher has gone

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

Your pupils will teach you
Your patients will heal you

‘Much that I would like to say must go unsaid.’

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

On December 7 1922, Pádraic Ó Máille TD and his friend Sean Hales TD of Cork, walked out of a hotel on Ormonde Quay, by Dublin’s river Liffy. They just had lunch, and were on their way back to the Dáil in Leinster House, a short drive away. Ó Máille, Galway city and Connemara’s first TD, had been appointed Leas Ceann Comhairle (deputy speaker ).

The Monastery School

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

The establishment by the Patrician Brothers of a school for boys would have a fundamental influence on education in Galway for about 130 years. The school was set up by Brothers Paul O’Connor and James Walsh on a site belonging to the Charity Free School which was formerly an army barracks, and it opened in January 1827. Three hundred boys attended on that day. The total funding available to the school was the sum of one shilling.

Hairstyles for spring/summer 2018

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

In association with the Galway Advertiser's classified website, we discuss the major hair trends for summer.

The rise of the gourmet burger

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

According to many, the story of the hot dog begins in America in 1902 during a Giants baseball game at the New York Polo grounds. It centres on an English man called Harry Stevens who on that cold April day was losing money trying to sell ice cream and ice-cold sodas. He wanted something that could be eaten out of the hand and would stay warm, and decided that German dachshund sausages wrapped in long buns worked best. Stevens called them 'red hots'. An American cartoonist who could not spell dachshund renamed them 'hot dogs'.

In Praise of Muck

Tue, Apr 24, 2018

“Money, pardon the expression, is like manure. It’s not worth a thing unless it’s spread around, encouraging young things to grow”. – Jerry Herman, “Hello Dolly”

Kirwan’s Lane c1965

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

In spite of the sunshine, this is a dreary 1960s photograph of Kirwan’s Lane which was originally taken by Derek Biddulph.

The Irish Madonna of Hungary - A mystery still remains

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Week V
When Cardinal Tomás Ó Fiaich returned to Ireland his news was disappointing. Intrigued by Canon Quinn’s unfounded pronouncement that the large stone frame in the Lynch’s chapel in St Nicholas’ Collegiate church had once contained the miraculous painting of the Irish Madonna, he made inquiries when he visited Gyor in 1983. “Having looked carefully at the size of the picture (26’’x20”) I must admit I cannot say one way or the other whether the picture was ever in Galway. It is much smaller than the reserved space (in St Nicholas’) but I couldn’t get any accurate measurement…” said the cardinal choosing his words carefully.

Galway’s first youth Gospel choir

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

On April 19 the IGNITE Youth Gospel Choir will begin its journey.

“I’ve been thinking about a youth choir for many years now and I’ve been approached by many parents that love the music the adult IGNITE Gospel choir sings to start a youth choir, and now I feel I can give it the time it deserves,” said Keara Sheeran, director of the IGNITE Gospel choir.

Inspiring ideas from the public in AFTERIMAGE

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

CÚRAM, the Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research in Medical Devices based at NUI Galway, has teamed up with the Galway City Arts Office to launch a new Community Art-Science exhibition in Westside.

Mary's Fish to celebrate new premises with day of cooking and talks

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Local Galway city enterprise Mary's Fish is going from strength to strength. It has moved to a new and much bigger premises just off the Old Monivea Road in Ballybrit. This new location is across from McGreal's Mace shop on the road between the Clayton Hotel Galway and the Nissan garage.

New menus launched at No 15 on the Square Restaurant

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

No 15 on the Square Restaurant at Hotel Meyrick is bursting with flavour this April. Having been awarded an AA rosette for culinary excellence last year, this is a restaurant that is going from strength to strength and really stands out from the crowd. Serving great food with excellent service, No 15 showcases the warm welcome and top quality product that is at the heart of Hotel Meyrick and everything the professional team strive for and achieve many times over.

Plush carpeted stairs take you to the atmospheric No 15 where guests will savour a dining experience filled with flavour while being looked after by knowledgeable staff, assuring a relaxed evening is had by all. The mix of exposed brickwork and flickering candlelight sets the scene for you to enjoy a great night out with the best of local ingredients brought together with confidence and creativity by a competent team of chefs. No 15 is a special place and an ideal venue for celebrations and family events, business dinners, and romantic nights out.

The rise and rise of Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

It has been a whirlwind two and a half years for owners Rebecca and Kevin Tan of Papa Rich Street Food Kitchen.

Classic dining restaurant and wine bar AJLA opens in Clarinbridge

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Classic dining restaurant AJLA in Clarinbridge is a new venture by the team behind PoppySeed Gourmet Cafés. AJLA combines casual and elegant dining. Enjoy evening dinner, all-day brunch, or breakfast in the restaurant, or simply sit and relax at the wine bar and enjoy a pouring glass and mezze board.

Health screening open day at The Twelve Hotel, Barna

Thu, Apr 19, 2018

Due to overwhelming demand, medical herbalist Patrick Murphy will host his popular health screening open day at The Twelve Hotel, Barna, on Saturday April 28 from 8am to 8pm using the Supertronic health screening device.

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