living local
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Donegal gorse
Isn’t it beautiful? I love how its bright yellow flowers light up the landscape, particularly at sunset, I love its coconut-y smell, and I love how some kind of gorse is always in flower – inspiring the old country phrase: “When gorse is out of blossom, kissing’s out of fashion”. Continue reading
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Spring sunsets in Dublin
Let me keep my distance, always, from those who think they have the answers. Let me keep company always with those who say “Look!” and laugh in astonishment, and bow their heads. From Mysteries, Yes by Mary Oliver Continue reading
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Where to Find (Gorgeous) Mid-Century Furniture in Dublin
Obsessed with mid-century credenzas and vintage sideboards? Join the club. Our hunger for 20th century design shows no sign of abating, and, with so many people stuck renting, there are a lot of us out there looking for beautiful, affordable pieces that – much as I love Ikea – don’t have that flatpack feel. But, if you don’t live in Continue reading
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The Fumbally Cafe for Dylan Magazine
Some shots of The Fumbally cafe, taken last year for a feature on Dublin 8 for Dylan magazine. The vibe is lovely and chilled, the food delicious and there are so many quirky touches that you could probably spend a whole day here and still find new things to shoot. It was part of a bigger feature on Dublin Continue reading
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The coolest chocolate in town
Have you come across Bean and Goose? Created by Karen and Natalie Keane, sisters and chocolate makers, it has become a new obsession. Their artisan single origin chocolate is handmade in small batches each week in their kitchen in the Wexford countryside and can now be found in the Temple Bar food market each Saturday. Continue reading