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Interviews, travel, recipes, fashion, gardening, advice columns, and more from the Irish Times Magazine supplement
A man’s guide to looking sharp at summer weddings, from elegant tuxedos to casual linen
Summer wedding style guide for men: Black tie is back with a bang this year, but corduroy, velvet, light wool and linen can look smart and cool
‘I fell for the horny married man playing the nice guy routine’
Ask Roe: ‘We had an emotional connection, and he seemed to just switch that off when he mentioned his children’
I have mistletoe in my garden. Will it kill the host tree?
Mistletoe, which depends on a host plant for water, is relatively rare in Ireland
From Famine to feast: the Irish seaweed revival
Despite its superfood status in Asia, seaweed has struggled in Ireland to overcome its association with dark times – until now
Yes, we allow our nine-year-old out on her own
Keep the kids at home, and give them internet access? That’s where the real monsters are
Should I add water to my wine? Perhaps just a teaspoon
How to Drink Better: Centuries ago, even the Greeks and Romans added water, usually to avoid drunkenness, or to make the water safe to drink
Five of the best family friendly hiking trails around Ireland: From easy to demanding
Boost your endorphins and awaken your senses with a hike on these picturesque family-friendly routes, from Antrim to Kerry
Re-reading my teenage diaries: joy and pain radiates off the pages
I stopped writing letters and diaries completely when I got an email address in 1997, but they have made a welcome return to my life in recent years
‘I’m not even a bit stressed,’ Honor goes, ‘I haven’t done a focking tap for these exams’
It’s the night before the Leaving Cert, and Sorcha wants to have a mother-daughter hort-to-hort
How to keep your garden blooming all summer long
Tips for your summer garden, including working with the vagaries of the weather and keeping an eye out for snail damage
Eileen Walsh: Women actors ‘are like avocados. You’re nearly ready, nearly ready - then you’re ripe, then you’ve gone off’
The Cork actor, who has returned to live in Ireland after 30 years, on ageing, working with Cillian Murphy, and her upcoming role in a 24-hour play with 100 unknown men
The key ingredient for soup – both warm and cold – is love
Gazpacho with slow-cooked tomatoes from Andalusia, and a comforting cauliflower soup with Asian flavours
Inside Ireland’s thriving cocktail scene: ‘We have some of the highest quality ingredients in the world’
Ireland’s cocktail game has never been stronger, with some serious players blazing a trail. Meet the mixologists who have earned their stripes
Four robust but elegant wines from Sicily
Sicilian wine is known for its powerful reds, but more recently growers have produced lighter wines
Gazpacho with black olive, basil and feta
The X factor in this gazpacho recipe comes from quality olive oil, Tabasco and a pinch of sugar
Spiced coconut and cauliflower soup with peanut rayu
This soup recipe is smooth and comforting with expert seasoning
The best skin tints for summer 2025
From Sculpted by Aimee to Poco Beauty, here are four great skin tint products
Brianna Parkins: I envy Irish childhoods and the special confidence Irish children seem to have
Like many emigrants, we want our kids to be Irish but worry Ireland won’t be able to support them
Bean & Batch takeaway review: Super sausage rolls and apple tart as it should be
Modern Irish café in Kenmare with top tier egg sandwiches, just like ones you’d get at a country wake
Kevin Barry: ‘You can almost fool yourself into thinking there’s no class system in rural Ireland’
The author on writing, living in the Sligo countryside and how digitalisation is warping our sense of reality
The Brooklyn, Swords review: One star for the worst chicken burger I’ve ever tasted
And the poor battered fish. It’s also the worst I’ve ever had, anywhere
Best restaurants for casual dining: Irish bistros, cafes and wine bars for a laid-back meal
Key ingredients of a popular place to eat? Passion, quality and a twist of originality
Chef Gráinne O’Keefe: Eighteen months without sugar - ‘everyone asks about chocolate, but yes, I can still eat it’
Restaurateur Gráinne O’Keefe was transformed by quitting refined sugar. She says anyone can do it, and it’s easier than you think. I began creating recipes that were sweet but did not use refined sugar – things I enjoyed eating that did not upset my system. Date syrup became a favourite.
From Malin to Milan: Donegal tweed gets an international twist at Dublin show
Donegal tweed is central to a textiles exhibition involving an Italian art collective and students at Dublin Castle
Marvellous Mykonos: ‘Even the humble act of taking a breather is an exceptional experience here’
If this Greek island has been turning itself into a playground for the rich and famous for decades, the mission is now complete
My coastal trees and shrubs were damaged by Storm Éowyn. What should I do?
Salty storm winds can cause damage to plants, but the good news is they usually recover
The key to a happy long-term relationship? Permission to let yourselves be boring
Even though it was our Boring Safe Space, I could see my wife had to stop her eyes from rolling back in her head
Ten things you need to know about wine
How to Drink Better: If you find the world of wine a bit overwhelming – or even boring – here are several pointers worth knowing
Florence like a local: The ultimate guide to eating and drinking, from a €6 pasta dish to Tuscan haute cuisine
The Italian city is food heaven, but make sure you plan, book ahead and watch where the locals queue
‘Should I tell my wife that I’m a crossdresser after more than 20 years together?’
Ask Roe: ‘I’ve kept this secret for 40 years, and I’m pretty certain she would reject this side of me’
Why restraining yourself at the garden centre will lead to a more beautiful garden
We impulse-buy at this time of year, but often the plants are entirely unsuitable for our garden
The ultimate guide to the Irish summer: 50 great things to do come rain or shine
Our hot tips for Irish summer fun, from walks and swimming spots to stargazing and crab fishing, and from foodie tours to 99s
Formula One’s Bernie Collins: ‘People in the pub will say ‘that’s an unusual role for a girl’’
The former F1 engineer and strategist from Co Fermanagh is garnering new fans as a Sky Sports analyst, and advised on Brad Pitt and Kerry Condon’s upcoming film
Crosswords & Puzzles
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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