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What started out two years ago, as in most people's eyes, a unique opportunity to see the wonderfully-restored Claregalway castle, has turned into one of the must-attend festivals in the west and also into one of the leading horticultultural events in the country. And in ten days, the Galway Garden Festival is back for round three, and this time it is to spawn a series of events that will see the lights on at the castle for months to come. Galway has many festivals, and indeed, many festivals in July, all honed over the years into something special. But none of these made the instant impact that the Galway Garden Festival did when it was inaugurated in 2010, over two days of differing climatic conditions at the beautifully-restored Claregalway Castle.

Gangster, bootlegger, and enemy number one, Al Capone once terrorised Chicago, but in Knocknacarra where his mugshots have moved from the police files to gracing the walls of the ever popular restaurant, Capones, his name has become synonymous with great food and service.

Worldwide trend predictions for 2012 are that people are going to start taking greater responsibility for their health via nutritional means. 2011 saw a major shift back to quality food with families and individuals growing their own vegetables and herbs and small food producers thriving. In fact, high quality foods emerged as one of the big success stories of the past year. Consumers are once again viewing food for its medicinal qualities as well as its taste value.

Savoury Fare, Monksland prides itself on offering customers outstanding home cooking at great value. Their delicious food is prepared fresh each day so customers know they’re getting the best quality possible.

With more than 700 weddings under its belt The Lady Gregory hotel, conference, and leisure club in Gort has become synonymous with top quality food and traditional friendly hospitality, where guests are made to feel at home, and their stay made even more special with the top class service and facilities provided.

Businesses in Kilkenny have come together, with the support of Fáilte Ireland, to give visitors a true taste of the city by launching ‘Kilkenny’s Blasta Trail’.

The Spanish Arch Bar and Live Venue may have undergone substantial changes in recent years, but all of them appear to have endeared it further to locals and visitors alike. Located in Galway’s Latin Quarter, its wide range of quality food and constant line up of live music have affirmed its status as one of Quay Street’s most renowned establishments.

The four-star Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is situated in the very heart of the county and has firmly confirmed its presence as a top wedding destination with over 50 weddings a year, which has allowed it to become a venue of choice.

The Brog Maker, just outside Kilkenny city, is the perfect place to relax and unwind while enjoying a pint and savouring some quality food.

Following on from the success of the food fair held on the Saturday of the Joe Dolan Festival weekend, Mullingar Chamber of Commerce has called on the town council to open the Market Square to local food producers every Saturday morning.