Posts tagged food blog

The theme for this year's Galway Food Festival is planting seeds; it's about planting seeds of education and awareness; seeds of economic growth and development and getting back to our roots. It's about the origin of our food.

2018 is a great year for all things food related with Galway having been awarded the prestigous European Region of Gastronomy Award. This award presents Galway with a European platform to not only showcase Galway and the wonderful food produce, but also provides an opportunity to welcome European food tourists to our region to sample our foods.

EventsDolores Andrew-Gavin31 March 2018food festival, food blog, galway food festival, galway food, galway eventsComment

Launch of Freshly Chopped Ireland at Eyre Square Shopping Centre

The launch of Freshly Chopped Ireland at Galway Shopping Centre was a dazzling display of all things health and wellness. In an age where people are demanding more nutritious fast food Chopped Ireland have certainly come up trumps to provide customers with just that - healthy fast food on the go.

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin20 March 2018food review, food blog, healthy fast food, fast food, vegan food, galway foodComment

Attending the #Yarn at #Standun Event

Beauty was definitely on the agenda at Standun of Spiddal, County Galway last Thursday evening.

I went along to the event as a blogger and hitched a ride on the bus specifically commissioned for the evening to take us in style to the village of Spiddal about 20 minutes from Salthill.

EventsDolores Andrew-Gavin23 September 2017product review, food blog, drink blog, poitin, fashion show, events, irish crafts, support local, spiddal, galway craftsComment

Is Dairy Bad for our Health? The Great Milk Debate

Are you a dairy free, skinny latte or a downright full fat kinda person?

The whole diary versus no dairy topic is of huge interest to many many people and, like most food related issues, there is a lot of conflicting information out there.

I have my own stories around “milk” and how it has impacted my own and my children’s health. So, I decided to chat with some nutritional experts as well as people like myself, who have “personal milk stories” to check out a few facts.

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin16 July 2017food review, food blog, dairy, the great dairy debate, milk, milk substitutes

Gluten-Free Diets Are Easier to Follow Than Ever

You might hear a lot of people say how gluten-free diet is a nonsense, the latest trend or simply a whim. However, there are a lot of people out there who would absolutely disagree, myself included. Many will wonder if gluten intolerance is an illness of the modern society or simply the result of unhealthy habits and there are a lot of articles and studies about this topic. The fact is, when a person cannot tolerate gluten, there are obvious symptoms that one mustn’t disregard. These symptoms include: constipation (often followed by diarrhea), bloating, various aches and fatigue, headaches, and even restless sleep. If you’re having some of these problems, you might want to try avoiding products that contain gluten and see if your health will imYou might hear a lot of people say how gluten-free diet is a nonsense, the latest trend or simply a whim. However, there are a lot of people out there who would absolutely disagree, myself included. Many will wonder if gluten intolerance is an illness of the modern society or simply the result of unhealthy habits and there are a lot of articles and studies about this topic. The fact is, when a person cannot tolerate gluten, there are obvious symptoms that one mustn’t disregard. These symptoms include: constipation (often followed by diarrhea), bloating, various aches and fatigue, headaches, and even restless sleep. If you’re having some of these problems, you might want to try avoiding products that contain gluten and see if your health will improve. And don’t be afraid that your life will get complicated, you can have a normal life even without having certain ingredients in it. Here are some tips that will help you have a normal, gluten-free life.prove. And don’t be afraid that your life will get complicated, you can have a normal life even without having certain ingredients in it. Here are some tips that will help you have a normal, gluten-free life.

Food Review, Guest BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin29 May 2017guest blogs, gluten free, food review, food blog, gluten diet, gluten free life

Sampling the Culinary Delights at Galway Food Festival

With Galway being officially awarded a European Region of Gastronomy 2018, the first region in Ireland to receive this designation, what better way to sample some of the culinary delights of our region than by attending the Galway Food Festival.

The Galway Food Festival boosts food demonstrations, culinary walking tours, foraging walks, kids pizza materclasses and so much more!! Of course there are also many, many food stalls with a diverse range of products from seaweed to biscuits; chocolate to cheese; kale to honey and cheeses of all shapes and sizes!! Hard for anyone not to find something to tickle the taste buds at this delightful festival.

Food Blog, EventsDolores Andrew-Gavin17 April 2017food blog, food review, food festival, galway food, galway food festival

All Things Beautiful at Galway Fashion Trail

I was honored to be invited by Galway Now to be a guest blogger on the exclusive Galway Fashion Trail. I have written before about my evolution with these events and my growing love for finding beauty along the way.

As a busy Mumpreneur having healthy delicious food served up to me is a treat in itself. So when we arrived at the Radission Blu in Galway and the menu boasted mango, passion fruit and ginger smoothie, greek yogurt,

EventsDolores Andrew-Gavin10 April 2017food review, restaurant review, product review, food blog, fashion, fashion show, galway fashion

Organic Foods Are Tastier and Healthier

In this day and age, when we are surrounded by pollution, the one thing we can control and take care of is what kind of food we eat. Therefore, a lot of people are choosing to eat a bit more expensive organic food rather than conventionally-grown food which is full of various toxic chemicals.

What does ‘organic’ mean?

Food Blog, Guest BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin29 March 2017guest blogs, food review, food blog, guest blog, organic food, healthy organic food

How to Address The World's Food Wasting Problem

One of the biggest forms of waste in today’s world is the increasing amount of food that’s never eaten. As the world population continues to grow, so does the need for producing enough food to feed everyone.

But approximately 30 percent of the food that’s produced ultimately goes to waste. This results from a number of factors including issues related to the food supply chain.

Food Blog, Guest BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin28 March 2017food blog, guest blogs, food wastage, food waste, world food waste problem

Healthy Brown Bread with Seeds

As a busy working Mum I love easy, healthy recipes which take very little time to prepare. This particular brown bread is great and it uses both wholemeal and plain flours.

I always make extra loaves and freeze them so I very rarely run out!

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin1 February 2017food blog, food review, recipes, brown bread, healthy food, weight loss, healthy organic food

Lemon Drizzle Cake

Hey guys, this is my recipe for a super easy Lemon Drizzle Cake.

This recipe has sugar and sunflower oil but please do substitute these if you wish.

This cake is going with me to a friend's house and it is a treat ,, everything in balance ;-)

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin30 January 2017lemon cake, treats, food review, food blog

"Eat clean. Feel great". Bliss Bites Bakery

"Our mission is to reinvent the way you eat desserts, and turn it from a guilty pleasure into a healthy treat".

I had the pleasure of trying some of these delicious treats at the Vegan Xmas Food Stall in Galway recently. I love my guilty pleasure after my dinner each day and, I don't want to eat a substitute that doesn't give me the same satisfaction! I am always on a mission to eat cleaner while at the same time eating tasty food!

Food Review, Food Blog, Product ReviewDolores Andrew-Gavin7 December 2016guest blogs, food review, food blog, clean treats, vegan food, vegan treats, healthy living

How To Make a Quick Hummus with seaweed

Ingredients:

1 can of chickpeas drained

1 crushed garlic clove

1 tbsp tahini

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin23 August 2016hummus, seaweed, food blog, healthy living, healthy food, healthy organic food

A Taste Of The Sea Smoothie

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin17 August 2016food blog, seaweed, seaweed smoothie, healthy fast food, healthy food, healthy living

Irish Biltong ... 100% Irish Beef Protein Snacks

Food BlogDolores Andrew-Gavin19 July 2016food blog, food review

28 May 2020

How to maintain a healthy Intimate Relationship

Intimacy is a crucial component of any healthy relationship. Being able to show affection and share intimate moments with your significant other are signs that you and your partner are content with the way things are going and that you’re in a happy relationship. However, come stress, children, and pressures of daily life and many couples find themselves in unhappy relationships and marriages, and that’s when intimacy, as well as the relationship, are put on a back burner.

30 Apr 2020

This Is What Every New Mom Really Needs

After carrying your little bundle for nine months, and after giving birth and bringing your child into this world, so many moms hear their loved ones claim that the most challenging part is over. While on the contrary, a lifetime of raising your new family member and being a role model means you’re up for decades of ups and downs, sleepless nights, toothaches, headaches, and other love-inspired aches that every mom goes through. Now that’s a challenge, and a rewarding one, might we add.

21 Feb 2020

Strategies to Motivate Your Child to Learn

Children are naturally curious. However, sometimes this curiosity doesn’t extend to academic skills, which, although not essential, are still very important for the child’s development. With children, just like with adults, motivation is often the precondition to success. Luckily, there are ways to understand your child’s motivation better and help them develop the desire to learn – and here are a few strategies that should help you with that.

3 Sep 2019

Allergies and Cough: Everything You Need to Know

Rhinitis and Post-nasal Drip: The Missing Link

The most common signs of an allergic reaction related to the airways are sneezing and a runny nose, but it is important to note that coughing may also occur during an allergy attack. This is particularly true for people with chronic rhinitis.

People suffering from this condition often have post-nasal drip, a symptom involving the accumulation of mucus along the back of the throat and nose that causes mucus to drip in a downward direction. In some cases, there’s no actual mucus accumulation and the sensation is only simulated, which causes coughing all the same.

How to keep your home clean and healthy with pets

We pet owners know that no matter how adorable our furry little companions are, they can leave quite a mess behind them. Most furry pets shed spreading dander and pet hair everywhere. Pets that spend time out on the yard will drag sand and soil inside, not to mention accidents inside, spilled pet food or scattered cat litter.

Pets can be quite messy, which is why you need the right equipment and a cleaning routine to keep a pet home clean and smelling fresh.

If you want that sparkling pet home, this is what you need to do:

28 Aug 2019

Why nutrition is important for people with dementia

The type of food we consume is capable of affecting both our health and the quality of life we live. People who are poorly nourished are prone to get sick more often compared to individuals who consume a healthy diet on a daily basis. Poor nutrition has been identified as a major health issue among the elderly folk. People who suffer from dementia have a lot of challenges when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet. Some of the challenges they experience in terms of maintaining a healthy diet include but are not limited to:

They may experience a loss of appetite

26 Jun 2019

Exercise 101: The Beginners Guide to Exercise

Yes, everyone knows that exercising is extremely beneficial to your health and overall well-being, but if you need a few more reasons to start working out, you must know that it’ll help you get stronger in the first place. It’ll help you lose weight and gain muscle mass, too, which is why the majority of people decide to start working out. Of course, the struggle to get in shape is real, but once you get there, you’ll see that it was totally worth it. Regular exercise can also reduce your stress levels and relieve anxiety, build your confidence, help you have more energy and be more productive throughout the day, which are the benefits that mustn’t be overlooked. So, if you want to learn more about the two main types of workouts, their advantages, and other important things you should know about, just keep on reading and enjoy!

29 Apr 2019

Millennials vs. Generation Z: How Do They Achieve Success in the Workplace?

The workforce dynamics are changing along with the times. Today’s employees not only have job-specific competencies but they also have a natural ability to familiarize themselves with new technologies around them. They have no problems learning how a particular system works as long as they have the proper training on how to use such specialized tools. For them, technology is something that they need be more productive and efficient at work.

26 Apr 2019

The Importance of 4-7-8 Breathing

When you want to reduce your stress, just breathe. Taking deep, meditative breaths has been a timeless way to fill your body with energy or help you unwind after an eventful day. However, there are so many breathing techniques that you find yourself a bit intimidated, and some of them are complex. Here is one that is simple, powerful, and perfect for unwinding after a long day. Meet the 4-7-8 breathing technique.

What is the 4-7-8 Technique?

25 Apr 2019

7 Simple Ways to Stay Focused and Achieve Long-Term Goals

Everyone has a dream. For children, that might be becoming an astronaut or a fireman. For professionals, that dream might be getting the high paying leadership role in the company.

Maybe, you’re starting a business for the first time, and you envision thousands of customers buying your products. Perhaps, you dream of getting a third level qualification and becoming a certified professional. Maybe you want to shed a pound and achieve that attractive physique that you’ve always wanted.

But reaching those dreams does not happen overnight. It takes time, and it is a long process. It requires certain qualities such as patience, persistence, passion, positivity, and focus.