Sunday 5th April
SUNDAY/DOMHNACH 5
11am / McSwiggans Restaurant / Gourmet Brunch Upstairs at McSwiggans
Kick start your festival weekend upstairs at McSwiggans restaurant with our artisan gourmet brunch and classic cocktails. Gourmet brunch served Saturday and Sunday from 11am. Eggs Benedict, French toast, Huevos rancheros and more. Prices Vary. 091 568917 www.mcswiggans.ie
12pm / Connemara Coast Hotel / Easter Egg Hunt
Let the kids battle through tricky questions and riddles in the hunt for Easter Eggs. Lots of little eggs and big prizes for the winners. €10 donation per Family to Childrens Cancer Charity “Hand in Hand”. 091 592108 www.connemaracoasthotel.ie
12pm / Martine's of Quay Street / Grow your Own Salad & Herbs
A free talk on Sunday at 12pm for 1 hour. Eddie Hoolmaa, of Marian Gardens, will talk us through how to grow your own organic salads and herbs at home. 091 565662 www.martines.ie
12pm / Kai / Restaurant / Around the Market Place
"Around the Market Place" is a tour around Galway’s finest foodie destinations. Sheena will guide you along the streets of Galway where you will meet artisanal producers and sample their products, while soaking up the alluring atmosphere of the west. €30. Maximum of 15 people per tour. Call 0867332885 to book or pop into Kai for tickets. kaicaferestaurant.com
12pm / The Dail Bar / Kiddies Cupcake & Cookie Factory
A selection of homemade cupcakes and cookies will be made available for decoration. Spaces limited, booking is essential. Contact manager@thedailbar.com or call (091)563777. Free. www.thedailbar.com
12pm / The g Hotel / Easter Themed Afternoon Tea
A truly delicious affair and available over the five days of the Galway Food Festival. The best Afternoon Tea in Galway we've been told. Why not escape to the luxury surroundings of the stunning Signature Lounges at the g Hotel where you can indulge in a truly delicious Easter themed Afternoon Tea. Tantalise your taste buds with home made pastries, freshly baked scones with preserves, delicious open finger sandwiches and sweet bites, all gracing a three tier silver tea stand. This is complemented with tea and coffee for only €42 per 2 people sharing, or if you fancy a tipple, indulge yourself with a glass of Jacquart pink champagne for €59 for 2 people sharing. Sit back, relax, soak in the atmosphere of the Philip Treacy designed g Hotel & Spa and indulge in all things naughty but nice. The g afternoon tea is served Monday to Friday from 3pm-6pm and Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays from 12pm-6pm. Call 091 865200. www.theghotel.ie
1pm / The King's Head / Super Organic Me
Let Comedian Tomie James bring you on an organic journey that fuses stand-up with diets, organic farming, GMO, supermarkets and our food chain. Follows his sold out appearances at the Edinburgh Fringe & Dublin Festivals. With locally sourced MC Gerry Mallon.. €10pp. 091 566630 www.thekingshead.ie
1pm / Galway Arts Centre / The Birth of The Restaurant
Food in Art: 1850-1950. With JP McMahon. Free. www.galwayartscentre.ie
1pm / The Twelve / A Celebration of Local Lobster
From starters to pizza. Just pop in - Served from 1pm to 10pm daily. Prices vary. 091 597000 www.thetwelvehotel.ie
2pm / Mr. Waffle / Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Mr.Waffle Easter egg hunt. Meeting point at Mr.Waffle store and the Easter bunny leads the kids to Millennium Park. Kids find the orange eggs and get a complimentary Easter egg to take home. To book your kids place email: info@mrwaffle.ie. 091 520747 www.mrwaffle.ie
2pm / Thomas Woodberrys / Easter Egg & Wine Pairing
Fine wine paired with delectable chocolate. Admission Free. 091 533706www.woodberrys.ie
2pm / The Ardilaun Bistro / Family Garden Tea Party
Family Afternoon Tea Party in the gardens of The Ardilaun Hotel, with Easter Egg hunt followed by kids & adult friendly food. Pre-booking essential. €25 per adult/€12.50 per child. Max 100 people. 091 521546 www.theardilaunhotel.ie
2pm / Martine's of Quay Street / Cocktail Demo & Tasting
Cocktail demo & tasting using homegrown produce with our bartender Shaun Hall Tickets are €10. €5 if bought thorough our loyalty app. (search getbudge in the app stores) 091 565662 www.martines.ie
2.30pm / Busker Brownes & Kirbys / Beer & Chocolate Tasting
Tasting in association with Woodberry’s. Places limited to 60 people max. €10pp. 091 563377 www.buskerbrownes.com
3pm / Dela Restaurant / Wedding Fair with Flair
Showcasing Dela as a boutique wedding venue with Dani (The Art of Blooming), Michelle (Vintage Pearl Bridal), Alan (Yann Studios), Ruth (the Beauty Kemple), Julien (Super 8 Weddings), Jessica (Inspire Fitness) with music. 091 449252 www.dela.ie
3pm / Sheridan's Wine Shop / Breakfast Aperitifs
Bubbles for Brekkie. Pre book only. 091 564832 after 5pm to book your spot. Limited to 25 places. Free. www.sheridanscheesemongers.com
3.30pm / The House Hotel / A Flavour of the Wild Atlantic Way
Head Chef Kevin Hynes demos the flavours that can be found along this incredible coastal route. Free. 091 538900 www.househotel.com
4pm / The Westend / Westend Street Food & Silent Disco
The Westend street food fair in Silke’s car park (opposite Massimo Bar) followed by Silent Disco. From 4pm 'til late.
4pm / Il Vicolo / Pairing Italian Vino with Cicchetti Using Local Produce
Informative but casual food and wine tasting with Cases Wine Warehouse. Pairing Italian Cicchetti with Italian wine using the best of local produce. €15 pp. 091 530515 www.ilvicolo.ie
6.30pm / Glenlo Abbey Hotel / Dine Aboard the Orient Express
Galways most unique dining experience. Step back in time and dine aboard the Orient Express. Comprising of 2 original carriages from the Orient Express, beautifully restored and set on the grounds of Glenlo Abbey Hotel. Available from 6.30pm, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. €59pp. Booking essential. Tel: 091519600 or events@glenloabbey.ie www.glenloabbeyhotel.ie
6.45pm / Kai Resaturant / Danny Dowlings Comedy Feast
Danny Dowling is launching his 2015 Comedy Feast at the Galway Food Festival on Sunday the 5th April 2015. Kai Cafe,the award winning restaurant of KiwiChef Jessica Murphy will host a New Zealand & Galway Kai on Sunday the 5th of April.
- 3 course dinner, award winning comedy and one pint of craft beer €60
- 3 Course New Zealand inspired dinner in Kai- €45
- Comedy and pint of craft beer €15 - 35 maximum.
Tickets available off Eventbrite, Kai Cafe, Direct through www.dannydowling.ie
7pm / Eat @ Massimo / One Night with a Hooker
Artisan beer and tasting menu with Ronan Brennan, Galway Hooker Brewery. Four Galway Hooker Brewery matched with four small plates. Sunday 7pm to 9.30pm. €35 pp. Places limited to 35 people. 091 582239 www.eatgastropub.com
7pm / The Twelve / The Twelve Apostles
A homage to the wonderful produce from our region. Dine in West Restaurant, showcasing all things regional. Nightly - Friday to Easter Sunday. Prices vary. Bookings recommended on 091 597000. www.thetwelvehotel.ie
7.30pm / McCambridge's / Hunter Gatherer Feast
Feast: noun \ˈfēst\: an elaborate, abundant meal accompanied by ceremony & entertainment McCambridge's in collaboration with Sauvage Restaurant, Berlin invite you to a feast of wild & foraged foods and unique cocktails. €60 pp. Book Early. Tel: 091 562259. www.mccambridges.com