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Easy-going Irish clothing brand Naya: ‘The way in which women dress is changing’
Low-key elegance is the big winner in the label’s new collection
Is Gen Z the most cynically manipulated generation in history?
Why the lavish flattery, the constant churn of evidence-free articles, about a cohort of people who haven’t done anything yet?
Chocolate brownies: I’ve consulted Nigella Lawson, Nigel Slater and others – this is the best recipe
Chef Beth O’Brien draws from the best of recipes to create this take on a kitchen favourite
Could climate change see wine being produced in Ireland?
We are likely to see a move to cooler regions and countries including Scandinavia, Britain and, yes, even Ireland
‘Does my hedge have box blight?’
Readers’ questions: Box has come under serious attack from a few very destructive non-native pests and diseases in recent years
I’m in my first serious relationship but too anxious to enjoy it. How do I relax?
Ask Roe: I’m overthinking my lack of sexual experience, questioning whether I am ‘bad’ at even the most basic acts like kissing
Jamie Dornan: ‘I lost my mom, and I lost four of my best friends in an accident. I had a difficult few years’
One of Ireland’s best known actors, Jamie Dornan is hatching plans for a more varied future in the film world
Ten sparkling, fortified and rosé wines worth every penny
There is now a far greater range and choice of sparkling wines available at reasonable prices
Phones off: 20 simple ways to cut your family’s screentime
What’s the best way to help parents and kids navigate phones in the always-on age of the internet?
Get gardening: What you need to do now to get ahead on your summer plants
From sowing tomato seed to pruning roses: some things always benefit from an early start
‘My old dear said you had a kid together. Well, I’m its half-brother. Or half-sister if it’s a girl’
I’m there to the guy, ‘Fionnuala O’Carroll. You were, like, engaged to her?‘ He looks genuinely terrified
Two simple and tasty pork dishes with an air-fryer hack for perfect crackling
A slow roast pork for a Sunday alternative and a quick Thai-inspired pork steak stir-fry
From national journalism and lecturing in TU Dublin to living as a Buddhist priest
Lecturer and journalist Ian Kilroy has published a new book in which he describes his practice as a Zen Buddhist priest, and offers his perspective on the importance of Buddhist teachings
Thai-style fried pork steak noodles with chilli, basil and cashew nuts
Pork is a very cost-effective meat to add to your midweek repertoire
Unpaid or poorly paid entry-level creative jobs are subsidised by wealthy parents
The main reason working-class often people find themselves locked out of entertainment industry roles is poor or no pay for early-career creatives
Three Irish beauty brands giving luxury counterparts a run for their money
If you’re in the market for new skincare, hair care, or body care, look no further than these homegrown options
Amaya Fusion takeaway review: Indian favourites with distinctive character in Rathfarnham
Generous portions of biryani, karahi and more at solid value
My sister is the only woman from her secondary school class not living in Australia, and she emigrated to Switzerland
Dublin-born podcaster Doireann Ní Ghlacáin has learned to embrace her identity as a Gaelgeoir and fiddle-player, whether it’s hip or not
Hana Izakaya review: This fun and friendly Dublin restaurant is a solid addition to the city. It will do well
You can order in waves at Capel Street’s newest izakaya restaurant, from the people behind Musashi
Why the French will rarely request a ‘Burgundy’ or ‘Claret’
How to Drink Better: These anglicised words were originally used to describe wines made in Bourgogne and Bordeaux
First Look: Portobello’s new Italian restaurant from the people behind Uno Mas and Etto
This Dublin 8 favourite reopens on Saturday under the new ownership of the people behind Uno Mas and Etto
Warrior queen meets rock’n’roll: Róisín Gartland pushes the boundaries of traditional art practices
Sean Penn and Bono have been among celebrity fans of the Irish designer and leather specialist whose creativity extends well beyond virtuoso workmanship
There’s a reason why Ireland hasn’t produced a Donald Trump or a Nigel Farage yet
The far right in Ireland is run by the charismatically challenged. If someone capable of stringing a sentence together emerges, that political calculus will change quickly
‘My brother-in-law wants to move in with us but I don’t think my marriage will survive it’
Ask Roe: I want to offer support but not at the cost of our relationship or my sanity
TV guide: the best new shows to watch this week
February 16th-21st: including Other Voices, Ifta Awards, EastEnders at 40 and Home of the Year
Five days in San Sebastián and Bilbao: Both Basque cities are beautiful but one became my favourite
Delicious pintxos, extraordinary art and easy-going locals – what’s not to love about a short-hop trip to the two northern cities?
My hydrangea falls over into a floppy mess when in flower. Can you help?
Readers’ questions: How/when could I cut it back without losing a year’s flowers?
‘Only cheat with someone who’s married. It’s the principle of mutually assured destruction’
It’s Valentine’s Day (or so she tells me), and Sorcha says she wants to spice things up
Ballrooms of romance: ‘I wasn’t the greatest dancer but when we danced together it was like it was meant to be’
Before dating apps, in Ireland and for the Irish diaspora in Britain, many’s the courtship that played out to the rhythm of a dance hall
John Wilson’s ten great-value red wines of the last year
These are the reds that made a lasting impression in terms of both value and taste
Mark Moriarty: Add excitement to your beef and fish pies with a few simple tricks
Everyone has a recipe for beef hotpot or fish pie, but not all pies are made the same
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