We love wine. We love cheese. But we haven’t a clue which types of which go together tbh. If there was a worldwide shortage of turkey and selection boxes, the cheeseboard would more than get us through Christmas. But eating our body weight in cheese is, as everyone knows, very thirsty work – so what […]
Over 270,000 boxes were collected! This year, Her has been supporting the Team Hope Ireland Christmas Shoebox Appeal. We asked our wonderfully generous readers to get on board with the campaign and pack a shoebox to send to a child in need this Christmas. Over the past two months, colourfully-wrapped boxes packed with toys, sweets […]
What’s the only thing better than afternoon tea? Afternoon tea in a castle – at Christmas! As many people who know me, and even a few who don’t, are aware: to me, afternoon tea is the greatest pleasure that civilised society has to offer. When else do you get to sit and eat for two […]
Have yourself an Irish-made Christmas. Looking for Christmas present inspo? Her‘s Christmas Gift Guides have got you covered. Below, you’ll find a selection of gorgeous products made by Irish companies that your friends and family will be only delighted to find under the tree. Not only do you get to be the giver of something […]
In this season of festive madness, we all need a little mindfulness – especially if it comes in the form of a bowl of ramen. Here, plant-based cook Gemma Ogden shares a recipe from her new book for a dish that’s good for both body and spirit… Mindful ramen Even the process of making ramen […]
Plant-based cook Gemma Ogston believes that cooking and eating food that properly nourishes both mind and body is the ultimate way to show yourself some TLC. Here, in an extract from her new book, The Self-Care Cookbook, she shares a recipe for her ultimate pick-me-up brownies… Dreamy Brownies When you’re feeling a bit low, something […]
Based on the entirely unscientific survey we conducted around the office, bacon is the one meat that our veggie and vegan friends miss the most. This recipe from the new Tasty cookbook means that they no longer have to miss out on the glory of a BLT (sort of)… Eggplant “bacon”, Lettuce and Tomato One […]
Weekend getaways and mini-breaks are the perfect way to clear your mind, boost your energy and glam up your Insta feed. But which of the many hotel destinations around Ireland is the one for you? We checked in to The Montenotte Hotel in Cork to give you the lowdown… It happened as though in slow motion. […]
If you’re short on time, and kitchen supplies, the new cookbook from Tasty is for you. This pizza substitute is as healthy as it is easy to make… Mediterranean flatbread When your brain is saying “Pizza!” and your body’s saying “Please . . . vitamins . . . ,” this flatbread is the perfect compromise. […]
Dubliner RuthAnne is one of the foremost musical talents to come out of Ireland in recent years. An acclaimed songwriter, who was recently nominated for a Grammy, she also released her debut album, Matters of the Heart, this year. But while 2019 has been one of her most successful years career-wise, behind the scenes the 31-year-old […]
Life is hectic, particularly at this time of year. Our own to-do lists are lengthy, and a lot more seems to get added than get crossed off. So, we totally understand if you saw Her‘s appeals to fill shoeboxes with Christmas presents for children in the developing world over, and meant to get around to it… […]
There’s a reason that everyone complains about Christmas shopping. It’s not that we’re Grinches who don’t want to have to buy presents for our family and friends, it’s just the ‘thoughtful’ part of gift buying that can be an absolute head wreck. It’s so hard to be thoughtful when everyone you’re buying for is an […]