Barbecue bliss at the Maldron Hotel Oranmore

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Summer is here at last, and that means it's barbecue time. The team at Maldron Hotel Oranmore make use of the sun trap just outside the Q Bar to host barbecue parties throughout the summer.

Stop off in The Forge pub and restaurant, Moycullen

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The Forge has long been known as a convenient stop off for visitors on the way to or coming back from Connemara, and it is just as popular with the local residents. The relaxed, cosy, atmosphere and welcoming local staff ensures it enjoys a large share of repeat custom, keeping it busy through the winter months.

The highball down the West End

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

John Keoghs, The Lock Keeper in Galway’s West End, is bringing the highball signature cocktail menu to celebrate the summer and its first year on Dominick Street Upper.

Creamy mackerel paté - a summer recipe from PoppySeed

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

The talented team at PoppySeed Gourmet Cafés are spreading some happy summer vibes with this recipe for the cafés' signature creamy mackerel paté. This summery recipe tastes divine, is simple to create at home, and it makes for a super-handy and flexible dip, sandwich filler, picnic item, entreé, starter, or mezze board addition.

PoppySeed specialises in fresh, homemade, creative, food and you will find the creamy mackerel paté on the new summer menu at its three daytime restaurants at Clarinbridge, Oranmore, and Eyre Street, Galway.

Sunday service at the Connemara Coast

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Is Sunday lunch a thing of the past? It has certainly changed. It is far more informal than in the past and it doesn’t even need to be strictly at lunchtime. These days, a Sunday lunch at home is just as likely to be a one-pot dish prepared in advance, a stir-fry, or pulled pork rather than a proper roast. In the summer it can be a barbecue or an al fresco picnic, perhaps with ice-cream and fruit, in the colder months, slow-roast lamb with seasonal vegetables and a hot pudding are the order of the day.

Delicious food and drink overlooking Galway Bay

Thu, Jun 15, 2017

Enjoy top quality seafood at Padraicins in Spiddal, with gorgeous views of Galway Bay.

This is the perfect spot for a bit of breakfast, lunch, or dinner if you are heading to Connemara for walking, cycling, or exploring. And if you are looking for a restaurant off the beaten path, Padraicins offers a warm welcome every time.

Indie Beer Week, 23rd June – 2nd July

Mon, Jun 12, 2017

From the 23rd June to 2nd July, breweries across Ireland will be opening their doors and inviting their local communities to join them for Indie Beer Week, a celebration of independent Irish beer making.

Afternoon tea at Glenlo Abbey

Thu, Jun 08, 2017

Tucked away just two miles from Galway city is the five-star Glenlo Abbey Hotel, in vast acres of rich, lush, scenery on the banks of Lough Corrib. The abbey is the ancestral home to one of Galway’s famous tribes, the Ffrench family. The graceful, gothic, two-storey house was built in 1740, with the abbey itself being constructed in the 1790s as a private church for the family. In the 1980s, the house and estate were bought, restored, and converted, transforming it into a unique hotel.

Glenlo Abbey offers something different from other hotels in Galway and, despite major renovation, it has not lost any of its old world charm. Most importantly it boasts friendly staff who show genuine interest in their guests. It is perfect for people who want to 'get away from it all’ without actually travelling so far into the wild west. Arriving through the doors of the reception area is like stepping back through time. Each bedroom at Glenlo Abbey Hotel has been beautifully refurbished and many of the rooms have river and lake views.

Tribe Time Cocktail Corner

Thu, Jun 08, 2017

Pornstar Martini
The Pornstar Martini was invented by a South African, Douglas Ankrah, who worked in LAB Bar in Soho, London. This drink is considered a modern classic. Tribeton adds its own twist to the original recipe by adding mango vodka and replacing the pineapple with orange juice. The idea is to eat the garnish of passionfruit first, then drink the prosecco shot, and then enjoy the lavish Pornstar Martini. We hope you enjoy and don’t forget this cocktail is only €5 this Friday from 5pm.

Psst! Have you heard? Builin Blasta has a new menu!

Wed, May 31, 2017

Your favourite seaside café & bakery has upped the food game in Spiddal once again with a new menu. Builin Blasta’s new menu maintains its old ethos- wholesome, fresh food made with top quality local ingredients- but adds some new tasty delights to excite your tastebuds.

THE SKEFF LATE BAR & KITCHEN LAUNCHES A NEW MENU FOR 2017!

Mon, May 22, 2017

Our chef has been busy developing an exciting new menu at The Skeff, and it’s amazing. From prawns to penne and from beef to brownies, you will have trouble making your selection. But then, you can always come back another time!

Blooming amazing floral afternoon tea at the g Hotel & Spa

Thu, May 18, 2017

To celebrate the start of summer and all the colourful flowers bursting into bloom, the g Hotel & Spa in Galway has launched its 2017 floral afternoon tea. Served daily from 12 noon to 6pm, afternoon tea at the g will infuse your day with colour and energy.

Grab your picnic and head for the hills — or the streets of Galway

Thu, May 18, 2017

Sheena Dignam of Galway Food Tours has teamed up with the food specialists at McCambridges to launch the Galway Gourmet Picnic. McCambridges is a name that is synonymous with Galway and great food in the west, and the link up with Galway Food Tours on gourmet hampers means that tourists and Galwegians get a chance to eat that picnic hamper that you always intended making, instead of ending up with soggy sandwiches and a bag of crisps.

Summer dining and gourmet nights out at No 15 on the Square at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, May 18, 2017

Situated on the lower ground floor of the Hotel Meyrick, is No 15 on the Square Restaurant a special place delivering exceptional food in beautiful surroundings. The experience of the management and warm friendly staff are second to none, ensuring No 15 Restaurant stands out from the crowd, not only serving great food but doing so with excellent service, both of which have always been at the very heart of Hotel Meyrick’s success. It is a relaxed and special dining experience where the guests’ enjoyment is core to each meal.

Tribe Time cocktail corner

Thu, May 18, 2017

Mojito
Ingredients

Afternoon tea at Glenlo Abbey

Thu, May 18, 2017

With majestic views over Lough Corrib and dating back to the 18th century, the five star Glenlo Abbey Hotel is where old world charm meets contemporary elegance.

From the moment you drive through the magnificent cast iron gates the beauty of this enchanting lakeside estate overlooking Lough Corrib will have you captivated. Afternoon tea in the River Room is an unashamed celebration of a more sedate time, when sitting and chatting or quietly enjoying a pause in the day was the rule rather than the exception.

Galway gastro pub introduces the highball to Galway’s West End

Thu, May 18, 2017

John Keoghs, The Lock Keeper in Galway’s West End, is launching small plates and signature cocktail menus to celebrate the summer and its first year on Dominick Street Upper.

Come to Café Temple and worship at the good food altar.

Mon, May 15, 2017

With Brunch, now becoming a staple tradition of the Irish Sunday & the summer season fast approaching, Café Temple, a vibrant café located in the Cornstore in the heart of Galway City, have finally decided to start opening on Sundays to offer a great new place for brunch.

56 Central Restaurant turns 2 with new Summer menu!!

Mon, May 15, 2017

56 Central Restaurant in the heart of Galway city is located on Shop Street, the 120 seater restaurant which is celebrating 2 years in business this summer has been making a firm name for itself with Galwegians. Its month long celebrations in the city

From New York to Galway- Massimo is creating cocktail history in Ireland

Fri, May 12, 2017

Galway’s Massimo and the White Hag brewery from Sligo have joined forces to create strange yet brilliant cocktails. Finally, it is time for people’s favourite tipples to partner up and create beer cocktails. The fusion cocktails will be officially launched in Massimo on Friday 12th May at 7pm. There will be a live demonstration and tasting and everyone is invited.

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