Dylan Meets – Fintan Hyland of Gourmet Tarts

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

An occasional series of interviews from Dylan McLoughlin

Cong Food Village Festival is back

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Cong Food Village Festival is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever. This year’s festival will showcase the best produce and creative crafts that the west has to offer, all thanks to our sponsors and biggest supporters Ashford Castle Estate, and our charity partner Daisy Lodge in Cong.

Matt Orlando - One Night Only in Aniar

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Aniar is delighted to announce a guest chef collaboration with Matt Orlando from Copenhagen on June 24. Matt Orlando was the visionary behind Amass, a Danish restaurant which consistently featured in the top 100 restaurants in the world. Matt has had a meaningful influence on many chefs, including JP McMahon, with his approach to excellence in sustainability, zero waste and improving the food ecosystem.

Matt’s Amass restaurant was a benchmark for how to run a restaurant sustainably and still produce award-winning food. While Amass closed in December 2022 Matt has continued his passion for producing food in an environmentally low-impact way and building a more circular food system. His new company Endless Food Co is devoted to transforming the food industry by tapping into the flavour potential of overlooked or undervalued food resources. With ‘deliciousness’ as the focus, the Endless Food Co aims to transform new food resources into ‘tasty, valuable, and sustainable products and ingredients’.

5 Golden Rules To Coffee Making

Wed, Jun 14, 2023

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Don’t Sweat, The Connacht Hotel Has Your Summer Covered at The Aviary

Wed, Jun 14, 2023

The summer is well and truly here – and The Connacht Hotel is the place to be if you’re looking to soak up the rays and enjoy a relaxing time.

The King's Head named Family Run Business of the Year

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The King’s Head has won Family Run Business of the Year at the 2023 Irish Women’s Awards. This event is dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments of women in Ireland, and Mary Grealish was honoured at the third edition of the awards held on June 2 in Dublin.

The gala ceremony brought together women from various fields, highlighting their exceptional contributions and inspiring stories of success.

Speak to a Dulux interior design expert at T O'Higgins

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Dulux Weathershield Smooth Exterior masonry paint is made in Ireland to protect Irish homes from our unique weather. The Ultimate Durability formula with superior flexibility protects the paint from cracking and flaking, while superior colour retention ensures colours stay true, and superior mould resistance works against mould and algae growth for longer thanks to slow-release encapsulated biocide technology. Dulux Weathershield Ultimate Durability is Dulux's most durable exterior paint ever.

The team at T O'Higgins paint department provide a friendly, helpful and knowledgeable service, with a focus on providing customers with the information and resources they need to successfully complete their painting projects.

The Connacht Hotel opens new outdoor area, The Aviary

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The Connacht Hotel has recently opened the latest addition to its facilities – The Aviary. This ultra-modern outdoor space will offer room for dozens of visitors to enjoy drinks in the open air or savour casual al fresco dining.

Top tips for bank holiday barbecue safety

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Safefood ambassador Nico Reynolds is offering practical tips on how to safely enjoy a barbecue over the bank holiday weekend.

New whiskey distillery approved for Carna

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Údarás na Gaeltachta has welcomed Galway County Council’s decision to grant planning permission for a whiskey distillery, shop, café, tasting bar and heritage centre at Páirc Ghnó Charna, Roisín na Maithniach, Carna. Údarás had applied for planning permission for the facility on behalf of Drioglann Iarthar na Gaillimhe Teoranta.

Sizzling summer vibes — Queen Street barbecues are perfect for all events

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

With summer in full swing, it’s time to gather your friends, family, clients, and colleagues together and fire up the barbecue.

Summer is here - perfect BBQ weather at The Ardilaun

Thu, May 25, 2023

Barbecue season at The Ardilaun is “hotting up" for the summer with the hotel gardens now in full bloom. The Ardilaun is a hotel for all seasons with lovely gardens and patio space to the rear with a heated terrace area which is ideal to gather your tribe and enjoy some al fresco dining – popular for corporate get togethers, private and family celebrations.

Claregalway's Arches Hotel launches new delectable dinner menu

Thu, May 25, 2023

A cornerstone of Claregalway for some 50 years, the Arches Hotel, has reinvented its offerings to diners with a shiny new menu, full of delicious dinner options that satisfy all appetites.

Enjoy delicious food at your leisure in The Lounge Bar at Clybaun Hotel

Thu, May 18, 2023

A place that needs no introduction, The Clybaun Hotel has a long established history for comfortable, luxurious surroundings, pleasant staff and delicious food, creating standards that are set to become even higher with the addition of The Lounge Bar, which incorporates everything The Clybaun excels in.

Decorated beautifully, The Lounge Bar provides a treat for the eyes with the large expanse of light coming through the wall of windows and the furnishings which could be described as eclectic minimalist, incorporating colours, patterns and accent pieces while keeping a very clean, sharp minimalist base. The room feels modern and comfortable and semi private booths give an air of intimacy, making it ideal for dates, family dinners and any event where you want to feel like there is a bubble encapsulating you, only opening to allow delicious dishes to come inside.

Discover your new favourite wine at Cavavin Ireland

Thu, May 18, 2023

Cavavin Ireland’s wine tasting nights have taken Galway by storm. All events are sold out, and even with the addition of new dates, places fill up fast. The feedback has been phenomenal as it really is one of the best places to taste wine in Ireland.

New Pirate Queen inspired Grace’s Cocktail Lounge launches this Friday at the Skeff Late Bar and Kitchen

Thu, May 11, 2023

The spirit of daring and adventure evoked by Ireland’s celebrated Pirate Queen, Grace O’Malley, has inspired the naming of the latest addition to the historic Skeff Late Bar and Kitchen.

Chocolate and peanuts — the perfect combination

Thu, May 11, 2023

Wow your guests with AVOCA’s glossy peanut butter and chocolate tart. The smooth, creamy peanut butter filling is perfectly balanced by the buttery biscuit base and the rich chocolate ganache topping.

Cava Bodega celebrates 15 years

Thu, May 11, 2023

Multi-award-winning Spanish restaurant Cava Bodega in Galway city, owned by JP McMahon and Drigin Gaffey, is celebrating its 15th birthday this month.

Go behind the scenes at Galway Hooker Brewery

Thu, May 04, 2023

The team behind Galway’s oldest existing brewery are excited to welcome people to their base just outside Oranmore for guided tours that will lift the lid on the way these brewing experts dream up their craft beer creations.

It's barbecue season in the beautiful gardens at The Ardilaun Hotel

Thu, May 04, 2023

Barbecue season at The Ardilaun is “hotting up" for the summer with the hotel gardens now in full bloom. The Ardilaun is a hotel for all seasons with lovely gardens and patio space to the rear with a heated terrace area which is ideal to gather your tribe and enjoy some al fresco dining – popular for corporate get togethers, private and family celebrations.

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