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Bask in the delights of Biscay Bay for a big family break

Bask in the delights of Biscay Bay for a big family break

With a new direct ferry service the Basque Country is ideal for an active family holiday, writes Esther N McCarthy

Tue, 24 Oct, 2023

Adventures on the Dolomites: teenagers hiking

S Céilís, letters home, and a cheeky coven: Summer memories from the Gaeltacht

"Did my Irish improve? Níl mé cinnte, but I did learn 'Tháinig mo shlabhra as mo rothar' - it was my excuse every time I was late for class."

Sat, 22 Jul, 2023

Make shapes to see this super sculpture display in Cork

Make shapes to see this super sculpture display in Cork

Esther N McCarthy chooses her favourite pieces as she attends The Montenotte Hotel's Victorian Gardens exhibition launch

Wed, 28 Jun, 2023

And Just Like That

And Just Like That review: 'Four and a half minutes in, I realise I loathe these characters'

Esther N McCarthy watched the opening episode of season two of Sex and the City spin-off, And Just Like That. She wasn't impressed

Thu, 22 Jun, 2023

Paul Noonan of Bell X1: 'We always get a great reception in Cork'

Paul Noonan of Bell X1: 'We always get a great reception in Cork'

In advance of his band's gig at the Marquee, the Bell X1 singer tells superfan Esther N McCarthy about his favourite venues on Leeside, music therapy, and the group's new album

Thu, 18 May, 2023

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Esther N McCarthy: Met Gala? It was more of a Meh Gala so just get meowt of here

Two cats and a cockroach stole the show (and don't mention Karl Lagerfeld) but the New York fashion parade was elevated by the style of its Irish stars, writes ESTHER N McCARTHY

Tue, 02 May, 2023

Esther McCarthy: 'I spend hours dropping kids to sports — but have no time for my yoga class'

Esther McCarthy: 'I spend hours dropping kids to sports — but have no time for my yoga class'

'I want to be able to play basketball with my boys for more than ten minutes without having a Youtube video paused on my phone so they’ll know how to resuscitate me'

Thu, 16 Mar, 2023

A festive feast for the senses: Esther McCarthy's guide to 48 hours in Belfast

A festive feast for the senses: Esther McCarthy's guide to 48 hours in Belfast

A road trip to Belfast ticks all the boxes for a break with friends. Fabulous food, upscale hotels, cool bars, festive markets, what more could you want? writes Esther N McCarthy

Mon, 12 Dec, 2022

Harry and Meghan review: Faux candid shots have me rolling my eyes so hard I give myself a mild migraine

S Harry and Meghan review: Faux candid shots have me rolling my eyes so hard I give myself a mild migraine

Esther N McCarthy wonders if she’s just a pawn in Harry and Meghan’s sick game

Thu, 08 Dec, 2022

Bell X1 review: Church setting at St Luke's proves ideal for Cork devotees

Bell X1 review: Church setting at St Luke's proves ideal for Cork devotees

The regular trio were joined by a four-piece string section during their three gigs at the Leeside venue, writes Esther N McCarthy

Tue, 06 Dec, 2022