Discover the stunning Bouton collection at Fallers

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Bouton is a stunning new designer silver jewellery brand that is now available in Galway, exclusively in Fallers Jewellers.

Don’t Call Me Dear summer sale starts today

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

The ladies designer clothing store Don’t Call Me Dear is commencing its summer sale today, July 11, with up to 70 per cent off everything, excluding hats and headpieces.

The Amalfi Coast : A Collection of Italian Recipes

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

There is nothing better at this time of the year, whether you are planning a holiday at home or away, than flicking through cookery books dreaming of past getaways, trying to recreate scenes from an especially wonderful break.

Taltarni Heathcote Victoria Shiraz 2008 (O’Briens, €16.99)

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Made in Victoria, Australia by John Goelet, the founder of Clos du Val in California, this is an outstanding Shiraz, particularly when it is on promotion at this price.

With redcurrant, plum and red berry flavours on the nose, it is a pleasure to sip on the palate with rich dark fruit and a little pepper and spice lining up to be enjoyed in what is a beautifully crafted full-bodied wine with perfect tannins and a long smooth lingering finish. Serious quality at a remarkable price and something that is perfect with anything from the grill or barbecue.

Domaine Félines Jourdan Côteaux de Bessilles Les Fruites 2012 (Wines Direct, €10.75)

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

This is a combination of Chardonnay and Roussanne grapes grown in Côteaux de Bessilles, a Vin de Pays region of Languedoc-Roussillon in southern France.

Sizzling summer parties at the Harbour Hotel

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

The Harbour Hotel is one of the most popular venues for family events, catering for anniversary parties, retirement parties, christenings, sports and social club events, and birthdays.

Popular Quay Street Italian restaurant rebranded and revamped

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Il Folletto, the much loved Italian restaurant on Quay Street, has undergone a revamp of both interiors and menus. A contemporary rebrand and relaxed but modern approach to the interiors has given a renewed energy to the popular restaurant.

A waffley good time in Liosbaun

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Mr Waffle has been popular from day one. Located on a very busy intersection, the flagship shop on Newcastle Road is convenient for both the university and the hospital. Both fine institutions, it's fair to say, but somewhat notorious for the poor quality food available to workers, students, and inmates. However, Mr Waffle's wide selection of crepes, sandwiches, quesadillas, and salads has saved many of them from a joyless lunch break.

Mr Waffle is a lively spot filled with chatter and the constant gurgling of the coffee machine, the clatter and bustle of efficient staff. Outside the trendy chocolate, orange, and gleaming glass restaurant, there are wooden seats on a small patio for people soaking in the sun. The branding is as crisp as the exterior of one of its authentic Belgian waffles.

Moycullen Garden Fête in aid of Western Alzheimers

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

As people prepare that extra special hat for the Galway Races, why not test out the headgear in Moycullen next Sunday and win the cost of entry to the races.

Moycullen will host a garden fête on Sunday next, July 14 in the grounds of An Teaghlach Uilinn Retirement Centre from 1pm to 4pm.

The gift of beautiful skin at Therapie Clinic

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Now is the time to plan skin perfecting treatments in time for the most important date in the Galway girl’s calendar, the Galway Races Festival.

Go for double at Matt O’Flaherty’s

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

More than just a serum, Clarins Double Serum is the only intensive anti-ageing treatment rich in 20 plant extracts that boosts the skin's vital functions.

Weight loss miracles with System 10 clinics

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

In order to lose weight once and for all, people must first fix their metabolism. Making dietary changes can double a person’s weekly weight loss results. It is the only way to shift stubborn fat from the stomach, hips, and thighs.

By improving a person’s metabolism with System 10, it gets the body burning fat 24 hours a day. It makes it easier to keep the weight off afterwards and has been proven to be one of the most powerful anti-ageing products currently available. In 10 weeks people can easily turn the clock back five to 10 years and lose up to two stone in that space of time.

State of the art heart checks with Pulsewave Ireland

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

Pulsewave Ireland offers a new non-invasive heart check which utilises state of the art cardiovascular screening equipment called BPRO, which was developed by Dr Ting of Healthstats in Singapore.

The clinics will take place on Tuesday July 16 in the Loughrea Hotel & Spa, Wednesday July 17 in the Salthill Hotel, and finally Thursday July 18 in the Corralea Court Hotel, Tuam.

William Evans of Eton and his old Galway watercolours

Thu, Jul 11, 2013

William Evans of Eton (1798-1877) was the drawing master of Eton College in England and was an accomplished artist who exhibited widely in London, Dublin, and Paris. He made a number of visits to the west of Ireland in 1835 and 1838 where he produced many studies and finished watercolours, mostly of Counties Galway and Mayo, a mixture of picturesque landscapes, market and street scenes, and what might be called peasant structures and peasant portraits.

Banish wrinkles

Thu, Jul 04, 2013

A new product from Olay promises smooth and instantly hydrated skin with long lasting moisturisation.

Get buttered up

Thu, Jul 04, 2013

Whether you are seeking a body butter, body lotion or balm, you can reap all of the skin benefits of cocoa butter by dipping into Ziaja’s velvety textured, fragranced and moisturising cocoa butter range.

A scents of fun

Thu, Jul 04, 2013

Bold, sensual and arresting is how Viva La Juicy Noir, the new fragrance that embodies the Juicy Couture DNA, is described.

Just launched it explores the seductive side of the original Viva La Juicy fragrance.

Our Lady’s Boys Club, a brief history

Thu, Jul 04, 2013

When OLBC was founded in 1940, the Government provided no out of school education for young people. There was a great need for social and recreational facilities. Such activity was virtually non-existent in the working class areas of Bohermore, Shantalla, The Claddagh, and ‘The West’. The critical core of the club was (and is) its generic youth club which met (and still meets) several evenings a week. The primary aim in those days was to show the boys ways and means of securing their own destiny.

‘ Killimor - that dear old spot’

Thu, Jul 04, 2013

They are going, going, going from the valleys and the hills,

An hour to remember

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

It is hard to believe that president John F Kennedy’s visit to Galway only lasted one hour. It was timed with military precision and yet JFK seemed remarkably relaxed and enjoying himself thoroughly throughout. He landed by helicopter in the Sportsground where he was met by the mayor, Paddy Ryan, a group of schoolgirls from the Mercy National School all dressed in green white and gold, some members of the American legion, and a crowd of enthusiastic onlookers.

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