Tips
Ilka Denker on 15 Oct 2021
Seven energy-saving tips that will save you money on your household bill
With winter fast approaching and another fuel increase announced for May in Budget 2022, there is no better way to meet this challenge than by implementing simple habits into our lives to save energy.
Gerry Daly on 06 Oct 2021
In the garden with Gerry Daly: shoo-in sumac
Gerry Daly discusses an old garden favourite, sumac, as well as planting spring bulbs and the jobs to get done this week.
Contributor on 30 Jun 2021
Dating a farmer: what’s love got to do with it?
Dating a farmer isn’t like dating anyone else. It’s often choosing a lifestyle and a way of life. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman has some advice in part one of this dating series
Luke McDermott on 23 Jun 2021
Nine tips for successful virtual interviews
Virtual interviews are increasingly common due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Brendan Heneghan says that as with in-person interviews, the key is to display your true self.
on 26 May 2021
‘Hey Google, what’s all the fuss about?’
It’s time for the old home smart devices to move over – there’s a new robo-kid on the block in the form of the second-generation Google Nest Hub. Emily Crowley tried it out to see how it fares.
Rachel Moriarty on 26 May 2021
Dealing with sweet itch this summer
Summer can be a stressful time for horses that suffer with sweet itch. Here are some tips to manage this skin disease.
Margaret Nolan on 28 Apr 2021
Money Mentor advises on banking and personal finance
Money Mentor Margaret Nolan gives a young graduate from a farming family some tips on personal finance for now, and for his future in farming.
Contributor on 31 Mar 2021
Learning to protect and dress your face
While the weather is getting warmer and a bit brighter, it’s important to protect our skin from the harmful elements. Suzie O’Neill has some advice on doing that while maintaining a healthy glow
Contributor on 17 Feb 2021
Beauty: Dolly Buckley's top tips for looking and feeling your best after 50
Dolly Buckley shares her top 10 tips for looking and feeling her best at 50
Ciara Leahy on 23 Jan 2021
Sourdough success
Determined to achieve sourdough success? Try this award-winning recipe from the Bretzel Bakery.
Contributor on 06 Jan 2021
A Week in the Country
Find out just what is inspiring the Irish Country Living team this week
Contributor on 30 Dec 2020
A Week in the Country
Find out just what is inspiring the Irish Country Living team this week
Maria Moynihan on 11 Nov 2020
A week in the country: Warren Way, crafting farmer and a walk in the park
Find out just what is inspiring the Irish Country Living team this week.
Margaret Hawkins on 11 Nov 2020
Top tips to help alleviate anxiety in children
It’s an anxious time for everyone as the pandemic continues, but as adults, how do we alleviate our children’s anxiety? Margaret Hawkins reports
Contributor on 04 Nov 2020
'Let’s not just endure, but enjoy, this winter'
As winter draws in, our mindfulness expert Catherine Callaghan encourages us to find and focus on the positives of the season
Contributor on 28 Oct 2020
A week in the country... Halloween style
There is a distinct Halloween theme to our 'week in the country' page this edition
Contributor on 14 Oct 2020
A Week in the Country
The Irish Country Living team share what is inspiring them in rural Ireland this week
Contributor on 19 Aug 2020
Your skin is your body’s largest organ; so be kind to it
Beauty expert Dolly Buckley shares her top tips to take care of your skin
Margaret Hawkins on 29 Jul 2020
School preparation in a COVID year
It will be a term like no other, so how do you prepare your child for school with COVID-19? Educators and a farming couple make their points.
Contributor on 22 Jul 2020
Catherine Callaghan: ‘steadiness is a super power’
In these days of uncertainty, yoga and mindfulness teacher Catherine Callaghan shares her tips on what you can do when you’re feeling overwhelmed