Yourells Hair Group to reinvest in two salons as they close the doors on Eyre StreetYourells on Eyre Street was opened by Carol Joyce and Anna Hosty in 2005, and became the first of three salons opened by the business partners.The Galway City location was followed by Yourells Moycullen in 2013 and Yourells Oranmore in 2016.The company said that all of the staff from the closing Eyre Street branch will be relocated to one of the other two branches.

USE YOUR MUG

How many disposable cups are thrown away every hour in Ireland?Answer: 22,000 … Per Hour! If that number shocks you as much as it shocks us, then you can do your bit to help. Simply Use Your Mug! 8/10 Galwegians own a reusable mug but only 19% of those actually use it regularly. So Úsáid Do Mhuga to help protect Galway’s environment.It’s time for The ‘Use Your Mug’ campaign.Take action today simply with this, BRING YOUR KEEP CUP and USE IT.

The return of the traditional cake to mark reopening

Goyas has launched a new range of their signature celebration cakes for the year that is in it. For over 30 years Goyas have been at the party of thousands of people and have celebrated everything from a Christening to a 100^th birthday.

Led by owner and baker Emer, the Goyas cake is a symbol of celebration and coming together. From the crowd-pleasing Chocolate Gateaux to the Vanilla Orange sprinkle cake, there is a slice of sweetness and joy for every palette.

Goyas, which is located on Kirwans Lane in Galways Latin Quarter is a firm favourite in the west. A gem nestled away from the busy Quay Street, Goyas bakery, retail and at home offering has taken a new direction since 2020.

Goyas was always a sit-in café for mid-morning elevenses and for lunch, but has since redefined itself as a retail space that introduced Goyas at Home. Home made savoury Quiches, soups and traditional home cooked dinners are available along with home baked scones, breads, tarts and signature bakes such as the luxurious caramel squares.

Celebration cakes and Goyas catering was launched in the early 90s and Goyas cakes quickly established themselves as the go to cake across Ireland for small- and large-scale events. A Goyas cake is traditional and timeless, from the Coffee walnut sponge to the chocolate biscuit cake and to the lemon drizzle cake, there is nostalgia wrapped up in every bake.

“Our celebration cakes were our biggest business, along with our catering. The two just go hand in hand. We have seen so many changes in our customers throughout the years and have adapted our business to suit what they needed. Now we are launching our celebration cake collection as we are ready to be together and truly celebrate life. Cakes have always been my passion and to know that Goyas has been in so many homes, at weddings and at the most precious moments for people, well that for me is the love in every bake,” explained Emer of Goyas.

A Goyas Celebration cake starts from €32.50 and can be ordered at https://goyas.ie/ or by calling 091-567010. Goyas is open Wednesday to Friday from 9:30am to 4pm and on Saturday from 9am. Stay connected through social media on Instagram and Facebook at Goyas Galway.

Moher Cottage, the design-led destination gift store and coffee dock beside the Cliffs of Moher, with panoramic views over Liscannor Bay is celebrating five years in business this March.

Now a firm favourite for a stop off on the Wild Atlantic Way, Moher Cottage is reopening their doors for the 2022 season on March 12^th. Inside the renovated cottage, customers can pick up unique Irish made gifts, whilst sipping on a barista coffee paired with their own fudge which is made in store.

In 2021, Moher Cottage decided to extend and upgrade their Terrace at the cottage, which overlooks Liscannor Bay and is dog friendly!

The outdoor terrace has added so much to Moher Cottage, giving staff and visitors the opportunity to slow down, take 5, breathe and soak it all in. “The landscape around us really gives you that space and I find you really do get a renewed energy from taking the time to enjoy it. Overlooking our farm (seeing cows and calves grazing), Liscannor Bay and on a clear day you can see the Kerry mountains, making this terrace simply a beautiful place to be.”

“With staycations and day trips, people were exploring what was on their doorstep here in Ireland, the Terrace offered us an opportunity to ensure our business could stay open and also it was a feature we really needed to develop. Having a coffee,voted best in Ireland, a tea, some of their fudge or a slice of cake looking out across the water is, well, ideal. The pandemic gave us a kick in the right direction to get these jobs done!” smiled Caitriona who runs Moher Cottage with her Husband Kevin.

The family run business also launched the Moher Cottage Coffee Truck which was housed at the Cottage and brought to their nearby farm in Clahane, a gorgeous sea swimming spot and discovery spot on the wild Atlantic way.  With the rise in sea swimming and overall outdoor activity, the coffee truck was a very warm and welcome addition!

Moher Cottage is a sponsor and supporter of Liscannor GAA underage ladies’ team with sponsoring footballs in 2021 and this year new jackets with a commitment into 2023, something this small business is very proud of

Moher Cottage is open from March 12th everyday from 10am to 5pm. And ships globally from their online store year round.  To find out more check out www.mohercottage.com.

Say YES to changing habits for the better of yourself, your home, your community and for each other.

TODAY Galway’s Westend launches the Sustainable Business Communities Initiative with Galway City Council Clean Energy Technology Centre and Lisa Regan Public Relations

This initiative is based on creating awareness of the importance of waste prevention, food waste prevention and resource efficiency amongst the many varied businesses in Galway’s West End. By working with commercial premises, this will lead to increased awareness taking Waste, Water and Energy themes into account.

This pilot scheme with businesses in Galway’s Westend will collectively aim to:

Reduce food waste

Reduce energy consumption

Reduce water consumption

Create a more circular supportive economy

Support Use your Mug Campaign to further communicate and encourage YOU to bring and USE your REusabales to stop the continuation of compostable container usage (20,000 coffee cups a day going to landfill)

Support and launch the Think Before You flush Campaign https://thinkbeforeyouflush.org/

Together we can and will do better through collective, positive and simple daily changes.

Stay tuned and remember the rules:
Shop Local

Bring your tote

Bring your Keep Cup

Walk or Cycle

Eat in Season

Support your LOCAL economy

And UP THE WEST