I hope you are enjoying the amazing spring we are having this year! Sunshine, blue skies and bird-song – we couldn’t be luckier. However, for some of us the spring is the start of a miserable time of constant sniffling, itchy eyes and more sneezing than anyone should ever have to put up with. Every year we have people pouring...

One day I was sauntering along the main shopping street in Bantry, enjoying the sunny day and the agreeable buzz of the shoppers, when a car drew up sharply on the opposite side of the road and a harassed faced woman, yelled out across the noise of the traffic “are you the menopause woman?” well that took me by surprise...

The time of year between the spring equinox and mid-summer is for me the most wonderful. I begin to spend more and more time outside, while the days are lengthening and the sun is starting to feel stronger the layers of clothes that I happily swaddled myself in through the harshness of winter are being shed. It’s almost a surprise...

Anyone who would like to start their own garden should come along to a free Open Evening in Organico Cafe on Friday the 15th of April at 7.30. Get Growing, a local Charity run by vollunteers who are experienced and passionate gardeners, is starting a serise of hands-on classes which will help you to plan and start to grow vegetables...

Celebrate National Rude Health Week 2011 - Come and join us in learning more about naturally good health at Organico. Enjoy a range of free talks and consultations: Friday 8th April Sinead Ni Ghealbhain (Pukka Herbs) – Free Consultations on Ayurvedic Medicine and Family Health 11-3pm Monday 11th April Roisin O’Shea (Nutritional product Consultant) free consultations on Hormonal Health for...

The Fox and Chicken Dream by Toma McCullim Organico Cafe is delighted to be exhibiting works by works by Toma McCullim and Astrid and Kirstin Walshe. Colourful, charming and upbeat this exhibition will appeal to all ages. Call in and view anytime before the end of April 2011. Toma McCullim: Toma holds a first-class honours degree in The History, Archaeology...

We are delighted to be finally stocking Buddha Bunz Dryer Balls - if you use them in your tumble dryer they reduce static, speed up your drying time and make your clothes all soft and fluffy without needing chemicals. Great for your pocket and great for the environment!

Hold your own catered party in Organico Cafe! We recently had a Book Launch and served a 2 course meal afterwards for 26 people which went very well - happy customers, clean plates and a great atmosphere! If you have a birthday or important date coming up give us a call or drop us a line - for between €20...

Post Pregnancy Hair Loss is very common and can be very upsetting. It can be just part of the cycle of Hair growth, but it is still a good idea to make sure of your nutrient levels so as to prevent un-necessary damage to your hair. 1. Many women suffer post partum hair loss which can have a nutritional basis...

There are lots of ways of making pancakes and I like all of them, but sometimes I just want the pancakes my mother made. This recipe is pretty close, although I use Spelt flour instead of the wholemeal pastry flour she would have had. These pancakes are thin (though not as thin as Crepes) and you roll them and eat...