Steam Wharf, Galway, c1850

Thu, Mar 18, 2010

A report on Galway Bay and Harbour published by the House of Commons in 1838 makes for interesting reading.

Running barefoot to their dreams...

Thu, Mar 18, 2010

Sometime in the 1880s my grandfather, Philip O’Gorman, left his home town of Littleton (An Baile Beag), north Tipperary, and walked into Galway. He must have been very well educated because his first job was reading the Dublin newspapers in two pubs in High Street. The Dublin papers arrived on the afternoon train. Then, surprisingly, he got a good job as an assistant librarian in the university. Surprisingly, because at the time it was a predominantly a Protestant institution. From there, he rented a small shop in High Street, established the Galway Printing Company, and cycled around Connemara getting orders for small printing jobs. These were later dispatched from the Claddagh quays to be delivered or collected from the small harbours all along the coast.

Update your spring wardrobe

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Spring is around the corner and shops are already bursting with the season’s new collections. Follow my top style tricks to help you update your wardrobe.

The Yoga Shala now open in Barna

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Laragh and David Cunningham’s Yoga Shala has established itself as one of the most highly regarded yoga centres in Ireland. After five years in the city they have opened a second school in Barna, offering instruction for total beginners to advanced practitioners, athletes, and mums to be.

Restaurant review sites

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

I am regularly asked for recommendations by people who want to eat out, and the only answer I can give is based on my last few experiences of any particular location. However if you can tap into lots of people’s thoughts about recommended eating spots, then you increase your chances of a good night out.

Pagodas Temple — salsa-fit and gym for ladies

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Salsa-Fit is geared, in a fun way to get you moving to the infectious rhythms of the Cuban born dance style, Salsa-Fit will help you get in shape and feel great as you learn the hottest dance moves around.

Flower power

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

If you want to cut a dash this spring/summer incorporate some floral prints into your wardrobe.

That’s the strong message from the Kate Cooper collection. In its High Society story we see the grace of 1950s styles updated with contemporary elements for a truly modern love story. Lace sits well with waffle fabrics while details remain at the forefront of the range. Team its black and white lace tiered dress with a contrasted ivory bustline with a classy ivory coat with lace panelled hemline and detachable lace cuffs to create a stunning look.

Flash those pearly whites

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

A “white” smile is more of a priority for Irish people than cavities or receding gums, according to the latest research.

Perfect presents

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Do you ever dream of having a personal shopper to help solve difficult gift buying dilemmas?

Now thanks to a new website, giftguru.ie you can have just that. Be it Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, a new baby, wedding or special pampering gift for yourself this one-stop online shop offers a wide selection of gifts and gift ideas suitable for every occasion and budget.

Candy Girl

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Look sinfully sweet this spring with the new 17 Candy Collection of nail, lip, cheek and eye colours. It features delicious shades guaranteed to bring girly glamour to your look.

Design icons — Lampe Berger

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

This is the first article in a series that will cover 20th century design icon objects and furniture. In this first one, we will review the Lampe Berger which was invented more than 100 years ago to counter the proliferation of bacteria in hospital wards.

Great value fruit trees at Keane’s Garden Centre

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Keane’s Garden Centre, Kilcolgan is kicking off the growing season with great special offers on fruit trees. Apple is the most popular fruit tree for the Irish gardener but our climate is suitable for many other types of fruit tree.

Queen’s College Galway

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

In 1845, when Sir Robert Peel was in office, an act was passed providing for the establishment of three Queen’s colleges “In order to supply the want, which has long been felt in Ireland, of an improved academical education, equally accessible to all classes of the community without religious distinction”. Three faculties were established in each… arts, law, and physic (medicine). The colleges were strictly undenominational, and the professors were forbidden by the statutes to make any statement disrespectful to the religious convictions of their classes, or to introduce political or polemical subjects.

A charming American who hid his battle secrets

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

I know it’s only a rumour, but nevertheless profoundly believed, that male medical students have an easy time with the girls. Many women appear to be under the impression that a doctor would make a ‘lovely husband’, and exert their wiles to make them believe they would make a perfect doctor’s wife.

Harnessing the positive power of negative emotions

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Most of us, if we had a choice, would opt for positive emotions. Feeling happy, uplifted, excited or eager certainly beats being miserable, cross or anxious you would imagine.

Recycling your favourite pieces

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

You may own a leather skirt that is relatively new or is a couple of years old; this week I would like to show you how to transform it to get more wear out of it. The following rules and examples can apply for other type of skirts such as the pencil skirt or the denim skirt.

Is hot chocolate going to be the new coffee?

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Traditionally hot chocolate has been very popular in countries like Germany, Belgium, Spain, and Italy where it is often drunk instead of coffee, especially in the winter months.

Tasty treats

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Creamy Thai chicken curry with potato and coconut milk

Make space

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Great design comes in all shapes and sizes, although designing small spaces might require more planning. When you are designing your small space, remember to be flexible and open to ideas and solutions. Organisation and simplicity are the keys to successfully designing a small space.

Beauty bargains from Avon

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Avon offers unbeatable value for money across all ranges in its brochure, with daily hair care, skincare, and self tanning products, not to mention the fantastic new fragrances coming soon.

And now, recognising the changed economy, Avon has cut its prices across all brochures for 2010, with free bonus gifts on offer with purchases. Here are some samples of the great value that Avon has to offer.

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