Esther Loynton and Robyn Anderson are from opposite ends of the world but were on the same page when it came to renovating their redbricked home, honouring its two periods and giving it a grown-up yet fun vibe Robyn and Esther in the older part of the house with its original fireplace. Paint colours are … Read more
As in-demand actor Kym Marsh comes to Ireland with the stage adaptation of ‘Single White Female’, she reflects on her reality TV experience, talks about how the updated tale of a stalker has even more resonance in the digital age and challenges outdated female stereotypes Actress Kym Marsh, who is set to play Hedy in … Read more
Paul Cartwright, director at Roly’s Bistro, reflects on his 41 years in the industry, from working on navy ships to the three-Michelin-starred La Tante Claire in London and serving top celebrites, as his son Conor joins him in the kitchen Chef de cuisine and director of Roly’s Bistro Paul Cartwright and his son Conor in … Read more
“I was sitting on their sofa when I realised how much it reminded me of my parents’ sofa. And when I had a good look around, I realised how many things in the house reminded me of my parents’ house.” Image: Getty Question: My best friend growing up came from a poor family. We were … Read more
Now 62, beauty entrepreneur Trinny Woodall reflects on her past – from dealing with grief to overcoming addiction, her IVF journey to motherhood and building her business – and shares her top advice and products on how to maximise midlife Trinny Woodall, beauty entrepreneur and founder of skincare brand Trinny London. Photo: James D Kelly … Read more
Unlike most downsizers, Italian-born Simona Doyle opted to buy a home with a spiral staircase, but then Simona has done a lot of things differently, including taking up three new passions – travel, photography and art Italian-born photographer/artist Simona Doyle in the kitchen of her period mews in south county Dublin. Photo: Tony Gavin The … Read more
After the enforced limitations of the pandemic years, many couples embraced the opportunity to make their nuptials an intimate event. Now, large weddings are making a return – but not as traditional ‘beef or salmon?’ affairs Ellie and Ben’s wedding. Photo: Cinzia Bruschini “I remember being in that moment, and all I was doing was … Read more
The new China Hunan, the latest biz in Ryon Wen and Ian Keegan’s stable, has arrived just in time for Chinese Year of the Horse, writes our critic Dim sum platter. Photo: Lucinda O’Sullivan As we enter the Chinese New Year of the Horse today, the veritable gallop of Ryon Wen and Ian Keegan, the … Read more
Interior designer Emma Edmonds’ home is tiny but that doesn’t deter her from filling it with a host of unlikely items, including a full-size swing in the living room and a slipper bath on her patio. The result is a home full of furniture gems and joie de vivre Emma Edmonds in her living room … Read more
With the iconic Dublin nightclub celebrating its 30th birthday, we look at its role in cultural moments and hear from some ‘Coppers couples’ about finding love on the dancefloor “It’s a place that holds special space in so many of our cultural moments, like Dublin captain Bryan Cullen’s infamous victory rally cry of “See yiz … Read more