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• 16 February 2010 - Dental Treatment in Hungary

  Many Irish people are electing to travel to Hungary for their dental work, which can be done for a fraction of the price they would pay in Ireland. Anne Maher was one such patient who completed dental treatment in Hungary in 2006, she was so impressed that she ended up working for the dentist, [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Competition: Win “The Beaut.ie Guide to Gorgeous”

  by Aisling McDermott
  Who better to pen Ireland’s first beauty bible than Aisling McDermott? Along with her sister Kirstie she founded the Beaut.ie blog in 2006. Beaut.ie was a winner at the 2007, 2008 and 2009 blog awards and now  gets 15,000 visitors a day. The blog’s success has surpassed any expectations the girls might have [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Competition: Win Clodagh McKenna’s “Fresh From the Sea”

  We are a nation with a history of fishing and great culinary expertise in cooking fish, yet we have turned our back on the sea as a primary food source. Let’s reclaim it. It’s ironic that in a time when there are so many health warnings and such concern about obesity, we are eating less [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Competition: Win Alice Taylor’s ‘The Journey’

  A perfect antidote to the stresses and strains of modern living, this delightful gift book is an important reminder of the simple things in life that matter most…
  ‘As C.S. Lewis once described the experience of reading Edmund Spenser, to read Alice is ‘to grow in mental health’’ Hibernia
  ‘She has become the most popular and universally [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Survey Shows Ireland is Green at Home…

  But Not Away…
  In the current economic and environmental climate, a large emphasis has been placed on our individual carbon footprints. As an Irish population we are actively being encouraged by multiple initiatives to reduce waste, reuse as much as possible and recycle what can be recycled. We are also encouraged to walk, use public transportation, [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Bandon Craft Centre

  The Ideal Location for those Christmas Gifts
  Tucked away in St Finbarr’s Place, Bridge Street, Bandon is a gem of a shop perfectly suited for all those Christmas presents.  Bandon Craft Centre which is part of the McLaughlin’s group is proud to support Irish Craftspeople and even more so in these difficult trading times.
  The well stocked [...]

• 29 November 2009 - Skibbereen’s Winter Wonderland 2009

  Bring out the Magic of Christmas
  Festive Events in Skibbereen 2009
  Festive celebrations are gathering momentum in Skibbereen as the town again pulls out all the stops to host its annual Christmas celebrations which attract thousands to the West Cork market town each year.
  As darkness falls on December 4th, the arrival of Santa, Mrs. Claus and their [...]

• 17 September 2009 - Increased Capacity at The Rectory

  The Rectory, Private Party & Wedding Venue, in Glandore has been enjoying another successful year with weddings and party bookings. Some may find it surprising they have attracted more bookings in 2009 than previous years considering the economic climate. This perhaps affirms the seaside country house is affordable and value for money taking into account [...]

• 17 September 2009 - Wedding Showcase at Inchydoney

  Wedding Showcase at Award Winning Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa
  Sunday the 18th of October from 2pm to 6pm
  Undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most romantic and picturesque locations, the award winning Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa is a little piece of paradise tucked into the West Cork Coast and the perfect setting for a pre-wedding get together [...]

• 17 September 2009 - Kilshane House & Estate

  The Perfect Location for your Wedding Day
  Kilshane House is a private house with accommodation for special events. Built in 1822 this regency house is the centerpiece of  320 acres of private parkland in the heart of Tipperary and is the perfect location for your wedding day. Your wedding at Kilshane House is personally designed to [...]

• 20 August 2009 - Mark Hill Holiday Hair

  Summer 2008’s Hottest Looks
  Tousled beach waves
  It’s all about texture at the moment and the clever techniques used to get the effect like grown out fringes and long choppy splices resting just under the chin. This style works as a surfer girl look for the beach or a ‘lived-in’ and sexy look for the bar. Spray [...]

• 19 August 2009 - Getting Ready for Winter with Homeopathy

  The Swine Flu appears to be gathering force. Because of this we will be concentrating on how to use homeopathy to treat flu and also the major remedies for many more winter ailments at our next workshop in Bru Columbanus, Wilton Cork City.
  Homeopathy has a very good track record in helping individuals manage flu faster [...]

• 19 August 2009 - The Rectory, Glandore

  Cork Seaside Country House Party Charms
  Looking for that something different well look no further the Rectory Glandore has it all. Most couples say they want their day to be special, intimate and personal but find it hard to achieve this. There are plenty of options to do this with parties options for 45 guests to [...]

• 19 August 2009 - Jessie’s Hair & Beauty Salon

  In these recessionary times it is particularly pleasing to come across a business that is doing well, growing and introducing new product lines. Jessie’s Hair and Beauty of Skibbereen and Bantry is such a business, not only is the enterprise vibrant and energetic, amidst all the gloom people still want to look their best [...]

• 17 July 2009 - Hair Raises, Skibbereen

  Celebrating One Year in Business
  Hair Raises Hair Salon on Townsend Street, Skibbereen has just passed the mile stone of one year in business.  Owned and run by Marie Collins from Union Hall Hair Raises is going from strength to strength.  Marie has been hairdressing in the area for nine years, training with Kay’s Hair Studio [...]

• 17 July 2009 - Rebecca Davis Jewellery

  Westbury Mall, Dublin
  Rebecca Davis in The Westbury Mall in Dublin is a treasure chest of stunning pieces of unique costume jewellery.
  The exclusive boutique is the brainchild of former model and fashion stylist Rebecca Davis and is a huge hit with fashionista’s in Ireland and worldwide including superstar Beyonce who bought a number of pieces from [...]

• 17 July 2009 - Artisan Food Producers From Our Region: Bushby’s

  Everyone’s Favourite Strawberry
  With Wimbledon just behind us the strawberry season is just at its peak.  It would not be summer without this versatile and delicious fruit so continuing our regular Coast & Country feature on the artisan producers of our region we made contact with David and Denise Bushby renowned for Bushby’s Rosscarbery Strawberries.
  David and [...]

• 17 July 2009 - McLaughlin’s: Making Time for You

  McLaughlin’s of Bandon Medical Hall, Bridge Street is steeped in history and as an independent family run pharmacy it offers old fashioned personal service by courteous and friendly staff coupled with up to date modern dispensing facilities. McLaughlin’s have been trusted by the people of West Cork for over 60 years, priding themselves on the [...]

• 02 July 2009 - Iné Anish

  Cultivate a friendly atmosphere, and the rest will follow
  That’s the motto of Tim & Lauraine Farley owners of  Iné Anish, Main Street, Leap, who have just embarked on a new project at The Hawthorne Creamery, Drimoleague, West Cork.
  The Farley’s latest venture has just opened its doors selling Old & New Furniture, Bric-A-Brac, Architectural Salvage as [...]

• 02 July 2009 - Wine Advice for your Barbecue Parties

  By Tom Quinn
  The team down at the Carry Out Off Licences in Bantry and Skibbereen have just finalised their special summer wine selection and I recently had an opportunity to sample some of the selection. Both of these stores have one of the biggest wine selections in the area and are always happy to suggest [...]