Authentic Asian cuisine in Spiced Bearna

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

Spiced Bearna, which opened in the centre of Barna village last month, is offering delicious authentic Asian dishes bringing together the best culinary traditions from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

The Universal’s success

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

The Universal is a small bar with its sights set on craft beers and cocktails. Located in the West End district of Galway city, it complements the alternative nature of the area with its idiosyncratic menus and drink selection. It opened in 2016 in the premises that was previously The Old Forge and never have two pubs been more different from each other. Conor Lynam opened The Universal Bar just down from his other great success, the Bierhaus. A year later, and this Irish contemporary restaurant and bar has a solid reputation for good food and imaginative drinks.

Great value on offer at Restaurant gigi’s this January

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

Starting this week, enjoy four scrumptious weeks of fantastic savings on award-winning food at the g Hotel & Spa. One of Galway’s top restaurants with simply delicious food, Restaurant gigi’s serves uncomplicated dishes which showcase the very best of Irish ingredients. This month, the team at the g Hotel have introduced a new Winterlicious promotion offering 20 per cent savings on two and three course dinners, available Sunday to Thursday right through to January 31.

Helena’s Vietnamese spring rolls

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

For a tasty dish this New Year, Helena from Evergreen tells us how to make delicious Vietnamese spring rolls.

‘G & Tea’ afternoon tea is just the tonic this January at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

Where better to enjoy afternoon tea but on Eyre Square in the very heart of Galway. Hotel Meyrick has been serving afternoon tea in elegant surroundings since 1852. From royalty and presidential candidates to famous actors and sporting heroes, Hotel Meyrick is the home of hospitality in Galway.

Traditional afternoon tea is served in the beautiful Parlour Lounge from 1pm to 6pm each day. Relax in plush golden hued surroundings with friendly service and savour hand-cut sandwiches with tasty fillings, smoked salmon with cream cheese on freshly baked brown bread, and homemade fruit scones served with cream and preserves. Delight in the delicious pastry creations made by the talented head pastry chef and his team; all accompanied with your choice of tea or coffee.

Winterlicious twenty per cent savings in Restaurant gigi’s at the g this January

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

Do you have a New Year’s resolution to eat better and save money? The g Hotel has something that might cheer you up this January. For four scrumptious weeks, the award winning Restaurant gigi’s is offering a new ‘Winterlicious’ promotion Sunday to Thursday from January 7 to 31. Save 20 per cent on your food bill, valid on two and three course menus, in the relaxed and welcoming Restaurant gigi’s. The early dining Delight Menu usually €29.50 for two courses will be a great value €23.60 per person, bringing you mouthwatering cuisine at incredible prices.

Ring in the New Year in style at SALT

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Have you been tasked with organising the New Year’s Eve celebrations for your family and friends this year? Here’s an idea…leave the planning to the team at SALT Restaurant & Bar at 163 Upper Salthill and you can concentrate on looking fabulous!

The Salthill Social — a great restaurant and more

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Remember when The Spanish Arch was a car park and there was nothing much on Middle Street except the Augi; back when BT was Moons and Nora Barnacle's house was just another house; before Westside was called Westside and there was nothing Latin about the Latin Quarter — that was when Salthill was the undisputed centre of all nightlife in the west of Ireland. While those days are long gone, Salthill seems to be reinventing itself once more.

Goose Valley Farm is taking orders for Christmas

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Goose Valley Farm in south Galway is currently taking orders for Christmas.

All birds ordered will be cleaned and packaged, ready for the oven on Christmas Day. Collection day is set for Saturday, December 23. Craig will also be giving tours of the farm (bring your wellies). You are welcome to join the team at Goose Valley for a cup of tea, nibbles, and traditional Nova Scotian eggnog.

Go to Xi'an Street Food for an authentic bite of China

Wed, Dec 20, 2017

Chinese cuisine has been a food delight that has long pleased the palates of people throughout Galway and Ireland.

Biteclub takes casual dining to a new level

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Abbeygate Street has, for a few years now, been the home of street food in Galway. While we may have lost several stalwarts in recent times — The Home Plate, Couch Potatas, and La Salsa — we have gained much more. This street has everything from authentic Mexican food to the very best falafel. There is a vegetarian cafe, an Italian restaurant, a chilli shack — and even a Asian supermarket and an American sweet shop.

A taste of Italy with a Galway accent

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Eglinton Street has many long serving restaurants to choose from, such as Maxwells and the Cellar Bar. Newer, more exotic, places such as Tomodachi Sushi Bar have lately increased the wealth of choice in the area. Zappi's, set in the sizable building that you may remember as Decobakes, is the newest of these dining options. Gone are the overpriced fondant icing and cupcake wrappers, in their place neat, red, banquette seating and blonde wood tables topped with terracotta pots of basil. This casual diner serves a wide range of traditional dishes, specialising in pizza, pasta, gelato, and classic Italian wines. Zappi's is a pleasant surprise and you get much more than you expect, many of the staff are Italian, further adding to the authentic vibe.

New food offering in Massimo Gastropub

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

The original gastropub in the West End of Galway, Massimo, has introduced enticing, bang up-to-date, daily and weekend brunch menus, designed by new head chef Andrew O’Halloran.

The Kasbah Wine Bar

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Located at No 2 Quay Street in the heart of the Latin Quarter in Galway, above Tigh Neachtain, the Kasbah Wine Bar is the perfect spot to relax over seasonal and fresh, tapas-style food to share with friends with a choice of fine international wines. The team at the Kasbah have an incredible passion for food and only serve the finest selection of small plates created with products sourced from local producers. The chefs craft exceptionally inventive bites, inspired by traditional Irish food, but with their own unique twist. They also have a wonderful assortment of tapas that are both vegan and gluten free.

Feast on some festive lunch at The Ardilaun

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

The Christmas festive season is in full swing on Taylor's Hill with festive lunches and dinners available in The Ardilaun hotel. Award winning head chef Ultan Cooke and his team have introduced a sumptuous three course Christmas menu for the month of December, to include a glass of wine and mince pies, all for €25 per person.

Spend Christmas Day in front of the fire instead of the oven

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Following the many relieved and anxiety-free diners populating the Barna area and further afield last year, this year The Twelve Bakery shop at The Twelve Hotel continues to take much of the stress and hassle out of your Christmas dinner, with a series of life-changing, time-saving, and delicious offers.

Order before December 21 and The Twelve Bakery will prepare a splendid Christmas feast for you — turkey, ham, plus all the essential tasty trimmings — which you can collect on Christmas Eve and serve to your delighted family and friends on Christmas Day. The team will even let you take all the credit for yourself as the plaudits come flying in.

Give the gift of SALT this Christmas!

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Christmas shopping can be stressful. Trying to get the perfect gift for a friend or loved one can send the best of us into a tizzy.

New Family Feast offering at The Galleon!

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

Time for tea at Christmas

Thu, Dec 07, 2017

It’s no secret that the Irish love their tea. The Irish drink more of this hot beverage per capita than any other country. The presence of tea making facilities is considered essential in any hotel room and is offered at breakfast, 'elevenses', lunch, dinner, and any time in between.

Discover The Kasbah Wine Bar

Thu, Dec 07, 2017

Located at No 2 Quay Street in the heart of the Latin Quarter in Galway, above Tigh Neachtain, the Kasbah Wine Bar is the perfect spot to relax over seasonal and fresh, tapas-style food to share with friends with a choice of fine international wines.

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