Christmas

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

Caroline Grace-Cassidy on fate: ‘Let’s all believe that our World Cup place is meant to be’

The author on her new Christmas novel; her hopes of it becoming a Hallmark movie; and her belief in fate

Christmas experiences and gift ideas to get you in the festive mood

A round-up of festive gift and entertainment ideas

Happy Black Friday - also known as Insatiable Consumption Day

How ironic that it comes hot on the heels of the save-the-planet summit destined to go down in history as Flop30

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

Dreaming of a green Christmas? Rent a tree, upcycle your black dress, source food locally

The festive season was once characterised by excess, but the Irish are becoming increasingly aware of their waste and bad habits, writes Domhnall O’Donoghue

Christmas gift ideas for under €50

Gifts that will leave a big impression, from Ninety Nine Words for Rain by Manchán Magan to Sinéad Moore Ceramics

Five ways to get the kids into the kitchen this Christmas and make sure they enjoy it

Simple tips go a long way in helping everybody to enjoy the experience of mucking in

How to have a kitsch Christmas: Tips for decorating to the max

It’s the season of excess. Forget about minimalist chic and go all-out on decorations

‘Dear monster under the bed’: Books that will make the perfect Christmas gift for younger readers

Children’s authors and experts recommend books to give anyone aged from four to 14+

100 Irish websites for all your Christmas presents, from Claddagh Guinness socks to cheese

A curated, all-Irish roundup of the best places to shop for gifts — online and on time

Irish Christmas tree industry set for record year

Appetite for real specimens increasing countrywide and abroad, helped by environmental concerns

For the birds: alternative showstopper dishes for the Thanksgiving or Christmas table

Those among us who are looking forward to celebrating Thanksgiving might also like to take note of these excellent options

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

The Gate’s Christmas Carol: ‘It’s a different proposition to panto. It has something you can dig your teeth into’

Taking on such a beloved festive text for a family-oriented show brings several challenges

Christmas restaurant bookings: Here are some last-minute options for your festive get-together

Consider lunch or afternoon tea if dinner reservations prove elusive

Clodagh McKenna: ‘I don’t have the budget for caterers – I’m not in that league’

Celebrity chef on life with Harry Herbert, her love of trad music and celebrating Christmas in Hampshire

Rei Momo review: This Brazilian restaurant was made for boisterous festive get-togethers

The skilled menu, including several must-orders, simply tastes of celebration

The 12 stays of Christmas: Luxury getaways, Santa sleepovers and gourmet experiences

Christmas in a castle, anyone? Our quick guide includes pre-holidays hotel breaks, relaxing festive escapes, shopping inspiration and family fun

Christmas escapes: Cottages, turrets and lighthouses around Ireland for the perfect reset

Get a change of scenery, fit more family in or shape new traditions in homes away from home

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