Galway

We interviewed Katie Walsh, general manager of Pálás Cinema, for this week's edition of Galway Weekend. From the invigoration of diving off Blackrock to the scenic beauty of Lettergesh, she tells us her favourite places to experience Galway's unique atmosphere and charm.

Are you an Apple or Android Person?
Android

Presuming you had a signal, what 3 apps would you use on a desert island?
Let's Meditate, Revolut ( I guess I wouldn’t need that, but I’m obsessed) and the Lyric FM app so I could still wake up to Marty Whelan.

What’s your favourite place in the city?
There’s nothing like jumping off Blackrock to snap you back to reality, any time of the year. Invigorating to say the least as long as there are no big jelly babies about. Then down the west is a special place, where you can walk into any of the bars and shops and feel like you’re home. A special sort of person gravitates down below the bridge.

Any hidden gem you would recommend for visitors to Galway?
Comedy on a Tuesday night in the Roisín (not such a hidden gem, but always a solid shout!) and Campbell's Tavern in Headford if you’re out that side.

Where is your favourite place to grab a bite to eat?
Tomadachi

What pub would you go to for:

A quiet pint? Freeneys / Hughes
A match Dew Drop
Tunes Blue Note

Any recommendations for a place to go on a first date? 
I always try and pick somewhere I won’t bump into anyone I know – so O’Connors in Salthill would be a good spot to avoid that happening, hide away in a corner!

Favourite walk or hike in Galway?
Diamond Hill in Letterfrack on a cold and blustery day

Most picturesque place in Galway? 
My favourite place to escape to is the depths of Connemara – Lettergesh or Roundstone. I never really appreciated how beautiful Galway was until I lived away from it and I can’t get enough of Connemara since.

What are you up to for the weekend?
Well I have zero Christmas presents bought, so Saturday will be attempting to do that. The Wooden Heart on Quay Street for any kids that I like that will get presents and hoping to get everyone else's in the Galway Market by St. Nicks. Then on Sunday bringing my new doggy sister Maud who was recently adopted from Madra to the doggy friendly brunch at Pálás, which is in aid of Madra! I’m sure I’ll manage a pint at some point too!&nbsp;

Galway Weekend with Katie Walsh

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