living local
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A tour of Dublin’s Eatyard food truck market
It took me far too long to check Eatyard out, but I’m glad I finally did. A few weeks ago, after a short Saturday shoot, Ben and I popped in for lunch and a look. Located next door to the Bernard Shaw, it’s also across the road from the ever lovely Picado, where we get most of Continue reading
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Brighter Days
It was a weekend of small, memorable pleasures. Home-made tacos and a Colin the Caterpillar cake for my sister’s birthday. A trip to the park with my niece. A walk on Killiney beach, where these pics (and gif) were taken. It was bright and beautiful and you could almost taste spring in the air. It Continue reading
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Cool and contemporary Irish craft gifts (plus my favourite independent Dublin shops)
I’m the worst for going into present overdrive. I love buying people gifts, and this year I’m trying hard to be more mindful about what I buy. A big part of that is making an effort to support Irish makers and buy less, but better. There is something so wonderful about giving someone something made Continue reading
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Roses in November
These beauties were definitely not what I expected to find on a walk around the War Memorial Gardens last week. I think we got in just before they cut back for winter too. What a treat! Continue reading
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A Summer Lavender Harvest Party
“There are some things I know for certain: Always throw spilled salt over your left shoulder. Keep rosemary by your garden gate. Add pepper to your mashed potatoes. Plant roses and lavender, for luck. Fall in love whenever you can.” – Alice Hoffman Ben and I were driving down the N11 when we came across a gorgeous Continue reading