It's Christmas magazine

Go beyond recipes this Christmas and dive into food and drink books that bring stories, history and adventure to your festive reading

Spread cheer without breaking the bank this Christmas with our curated list of gifts under €100

Treats to inspire a youthful delight in even the most sophisticated connoisseurs

Sometimes the hardest thing to buy for a bookworm is a regular novel, biography or history book. Here's a selection of bookish gift ideas that go beyond the norm

Festive tradition that started as a storytelling space to draw in passersby has a fascinating history, and particular family resonance for this writer

The Lord of the Dance looks forward to a Christmas with family, filled with love

From authors, to booksellers, to books influencers and podcasters some of Ireland’s biggest bookworms recommend their ideal titles to gift this Christmas

A charity endeavour makes a housing scheme for the elderly a little bit brighter with real trees this Christmas

From santoku-style to filleting knives, these professional quality blades will delight serious home chefs

There are lots of amazing home-grown cosmetics and skin-kind brands to choose from

The Christmas office party is often the most feared date on HR’s calendar – hardly surprising given the hijinks that sometimes take place, says Domhnall O’Donoghue

Nothing says you care as much as a hand-crafted gift – and that doesn’t mean made by you. As a crafty nation, there’s no shortage of beautifully designed options this Christmas

Let your creativity shine through with these stylish Christmas decoration ideas for your home

Unforgotten actor Sinead Keenan on acting roles, festive memories and Christmas Eve fry-ups in Bewleys

A round-up of festive gift and entertainment ideas

The festive season was once characterised by excess, but the Irish are becoming increasingly aware of their waste and bad habits, writes Domhnall O’Donoghue

Gifts that will leave a big impression, from Ninety Nine Words for Rain by Manchán Magan to Sinéad Moore Ceramics

It’s the season of excess. Forget about minimalist chic and go all-out on decorations

Children’s authors and experts recommend books to give anyone aged from four to 14+

Author, DJ, podcaster – the roles may change, but the pre-Christmas pilgrimage to west Kerry is non-negotiable

Celebrity chef on life with Harry Herbert, her love of trad music and celebrating Christmas in Hampshire

The star comedian on golfing with Bill Murray, the fear of an empty page and being ready to ‘evolve in the woods’

Get a change of scenery, fit more family in or shape new traditions in homes away from home

Fun and family friendly events and activities from panto to light shows, candlelit concerts to craft workshops

From cosy classics to Christmas with Captain Kirk, we’ve chosen tunes for your holiday playlist, with a little help from three professionals

Niall Breslin, musician, podcaster and mental health advocate, talks turkey about Christmas

These books will leave both adults and children feeling a little bit more festive

If you’ve been invited for Christmas drinks or dinner, here are some ideas for presents that say thank you in style

The outgoing minister for public expenditure shares his Christmas traditions and is asked who’s on his naughty list

In a world full of endless fragrance options, why not break away from the crowd and try something new – and Irish

The St Vincent de Paul shop on South Great George’s Street in Dublin has a trove of gorgeous garments as modelled by distinguished actor Olwen Fouéré

Growing up as part of The Pogues family, Shannon Murray, daughter of the band’s manager Frank Murray, explains how Fairytale of New York has a poignant meaning for her each Christmas

A year in which the Italian tenor celebrates his luminous 30-year career will be rounded off by a well-earned Christmas at home

How do industry professionals, who spend their working year cooking food and serving other people, enjoy Christmas Day?

Christmas reads for everyone from little adventurers to teen romantacy fans

There are easy ways to serve festive food so you can enjoy more time at the table with friends and family

Irish-made cheffy utensils from The Bear? A beautiful handmade basket for spuds? These ideas are sure to surprise hard-to-buy-for food lovers

Ten books published in 2024 that will make perfect presents for the readers in your life

The singer-songwriter discusses religion, her favourite Christmas movie and more

Sommeliers and hospitality experts give their say on drinks perfect for those cosy winter nights