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Interviews, travel, recipes, fashion, gardening, advice columns, and more from the Irish Times Magazine supplement
How does Irish wine consumption compare to other countries?
How to Drink Better: The biggest consumer of wine per capita in the world is Portugal
‘No new gifts, please’: Meet the parents who swap rather than shop
Concerns about the environment, a desire to declutter, and creating community are just some of the reasons parents are opting for swap groups
Seán Moncrieff: Nature-loving types will tell you leaves are a gift. Don’t be fooled
They are piling up on the footpath, destroying the garden, sneaking into the house ... and always wet
Gifts for the special gardener in your life
From nifty tools and comfortable garden wear to magazine subscriptions, there’s something here for all green-fingered friends
‘We’re going to buy a sh**load of frozen turkeys - if there’s a shortage I can sell them for €500 each’
This being the humungous Christmas morket in – believe it or not – Belfast
Aimee Connolly: ‘I’m not ready to sell – I want to be a top 10 global beauty brand’
The founder of Sculpted by Aimee is leading the Irish beauty boom, but scaling a global brand means bigger ambitions and bigger scrutiny
Winter in Dublin: Revisiting the city as a tourist reveals plenty to see and do
Are we afflicted with a certain cultural blindness when it comes to things we see every day?
Beauty queens: the women behind Ireland’s booming make-up, skin and hair brands
From wellness care to eyelash masks, these five women reveal how their collections came to hit the shelves
It’s whiskey season and John Wilson recommends these four bottles
Whether it’s a gift or not, these whiskeys will never fail to impress a taster
Mark Moriarty’s 15-minute desserts: few ingredients, impressive results
The further I get into my career, the more I realise that the best dishes often contain the fewest ingredients
Mark Moriarty’s recipe for red wine prunes with mascarpone ‘a la Etto’
Prunes with warm syrup – what could be more comforting on a chilly day?
Mark Moriarty’s 15-minute recipe for chocolate soufflé
Remember to make sure you don’t knock out too much air at the end stages
Emmet Kirwan: ‘The best thing about Ireland is fair-mindedness. The worst? Putting bags of dog poo in a bush’
Actor and playwright on how his career path gave him the most focus and artistic satisfaction
Brianna Parkins: I don’t enjoy Christmas as much as I did as a kid
Every time we stop trying to meet invisible Christmas expectations, an elf is taken from Santa’s workshop and shot in front of his family
‘When I got the call I cried. It was wild’: Irish actor Amybeth McNulty on her role in Stranger Things
Donegal actor speaks her mind on self-definition, bereavement and joining the cast of Stranger Things
Irish restaurants to visit for special occasions: From Chapter One in Dublin to Lignum in Galway
When you’re treating yourself or others, do it properly in one of these very fine spots
Yamamori review: Restaurant that taught Dublin about sushi shows why it has thrived for 30 years
The menus here present an edible record of Dublin’s long education in Japanese food
Black Friday travel deals: Vegas flights for under €300, 20% off at a five-star hotel
There are some excellent holiday deals on offer - from short getaways in Ireland to luxury tropical escapes
Irish designer Rashhiiid: ‘My hats are talking points now – these things make me happy’
Rachel Maguire’s label has been attracting superstar fans like Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion
Warm welcomes: 17 of Ireland’s cosiest places to stay this winter, from Donegal to Kerry
Shelter from wild weather with a sojourn in famously snug settings around the country
Could this Republic of Ireland team reclaim the Tricolour?
In the taloned claws of the ‘patriots’, it becomes a weapon: an expression of naked racist hatred
My garden has heavy clay soil that gets waterlogged in winter. What can I do?
It feels like an uphill battle
‘My husband recently retired and is spending his time watching porn and masturbating’
Ask Roe: ‘I found some photos of naked men on his phone’
Nude saunas in Ireland: ‘I realise I will soon be naked among these strangers’
Clothing optional or nude saunas are becoming more popular in Ireland, but what does it feel like to get naked in public?
Dancehall days: ‘He asked me to dance. Now we’re married 42 years’
At a Galway event hosted by dance company Luail, people from the west and northwest share memories of ladies’ choice, chicken in a basket, and Bovril
Why are Americans drinking less wine and will the same thing happen here?
How to Drink Better: A recent Gallup poll found that 54% of Americans did not drink any wine in 2025
‘Ronan is hanging out with the absolute scum of the earth: my old man and Hennessy Coghlan-O’Hara’
Ronan has arrived with a present for Honor, and I’d like to know which gangland criminal it used to belong to
Eight easy and affordable things to do in the garden guaranteed to bring joy
Each of these simple activities can be done over the coming weeks before winter sets in
50 great Irish brands to gift for Christmas, from fashion to food, jewellery to beauty
From fashion to food, jewellery to beauty, there’s something here for everyone from brands that include Tayor Swift, CMAT and Stanley Tucci among their fans
Mark Moriarty: If you’re seeking light, fragrant recipes, look away now
My focus today is on the beloved Irish staple of meat and potatoes, with restaurant tricks you can easily use at home
New chef at Castlemartyr’s Michelin-starred Terre: ‘My interest in cooking started on TV. Big fan of Saturday Kitchen’
As he settles into the Michelin-starred Terre, Lewis Barker talks Michelin ambitions, Irish food and the beauty of connections
Favourite picks from Dublin’s longstanding independent wine shops
We profile three of the capital’s growing band of independent wine outlets, with the owners each recommending a favourite bottle
Mark Moriarty’s recipe for roasted lamb rack with herb crumb and dauphinoise potato
Remember to allow the lamb to come to room temperature before you begin
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Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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