In a recent survey, two thirds of respondents said they believe 56 is the age at which people stop looking good in fashionable clothes – an idea that many keen fashionistas over that age passionately reject Mary Dunne (68) became a model at the age of 62. Photo: Mark Condren It was French designer Yves … Read more
While writing her debut cookbook, the broadcaster suffered the tragic loss of her son, Jerome. Here, she talks about how community has helped her through her grief, the importance of keeping meals practical not performative, and running the festival telling Waterford’s food story Chef Eunice Power at home in Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Photo: Patrick Browne … Read more
Originally from Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, creative director Caoilfhionn Rose moved to the Egyptian capital in 2024 Caoilfhionn Rose in Cairo “I first visited Cairo in September 2023 for a friend’s birthday and, almost immediately I had the feeling ‘I need to live here’. There was something about the city’s energy that felt both electric and … Read more
The former ‘Home of the Year’ judge talks about the freedom of working on her own ‘mishmash’ home, her recent revamp of the historic Armada House in Spanish Point and her fond memories of working with the late Hugh Wallace Suzie McAdam. Photo: Ruth Maria Murphy “Some people say I’m like a swan. Floating calmly … Read more
Former BBC newsreader Jan Leeming sparked a lively debate after complaining about a toddler ruining her dining experience, but should kids be allowed in most restaurants? Arlene Harris asks parents, servers and a Michelin-starred chef for their views Some people believe parents with kids should stick to child-friendly restaurants. Photo: Picture posed/Getty A fierce debate … Read more
Having jettisoned an 80-units-a-week alcohol addiction, a conviction that she needed to get married to be complete, and a cigarette habit of 10 a day, Catherine Gray thought she was free and clear. The universe had other plans Catherine Gray: ‘Moderation wasn’t a skill I owned in any way, shape or form.’ Photo: David Yeo … Read more
Seán McNally was just 59 years old when he was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. As a new TG4 documentary charts his struggles, his wife Emer tells Arlene Harris about the effect it’s had on their family – and how they stay positive Seán and Emer McNally feature in TG4’s documentary ‘Néaltrú – An Scriosadh … Read more