living local
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An Evening with Lens and Larder at Kildare Village
Rhubarb martinis, tangy Irish oysters, pink pickled eggs and charred, earthy beetroot. A salad dressed with bright, edible flowers. Feasting on a giant cut of freshly caught halibut. Buttery potatoes. DIY Irish coffees laced with Teelings whiskey, and heavenly mouthfuls of buttermilk tart. (If you’re hungry and reading this, I’m very sorry.) Last Friday, Ben Continue reading
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Arran Street East Studio Shoot
This was one of my favourite shoots in a long time. Back in March, I got to spend the day shooting the beautiful, simple, handmade stoneware of Arran Street East. We based ourselves from the new Arran Street East shop studio, which is nestled in the markets area of Dublin city. This was a such a Continue reading
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Gourmet Galway Guide for Image Interiors & Living
Now this, this was so much fun to shoot. Right before I finished up as editor of Image interiors & Living, the magazine’s art director, deputy editor and I hopped in a car and headed west to shoot a story about the exciting, thriving Galway food scene. We took in Michelin restaurants and pop-up pizza Continue reading
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Introducing The Crafted
I’m really excited to share that I’m collaborating on a great new project, The Crafted. Created by the brilliant Brian Kenny (founder of Minicorp), The Crafted focuses on crafted products and their makers. Brian, a creator himself, shares my passion for great design and championing Irish craft and creativity. My first contribution was a sweet Continue reading
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A Sunday stroll on the Bull Wall
Have you ever walked the Bull Wall? After living in Ringsend for two years, I only started going a little while ago. I couldn’t believe it dates back to 1820! It’s a brilliant place to go to when you need to clear some cobwebs and feel the wind on your face. I love standing there taking in the mad, wild Continue reading