The Irish Times

Pimp my Christmas!

Ryan Tubridy as a tree (with a fairy on top), cashmere romper suits and Lady Gaga as a dinner guest... the festive period gets a madcap makeover

Tue Dec 02 2014 - 08:00

Online Christmas shopping: the best places to buy

The tradition of buying irrelevant gifts five minutes before the shops close on the 24th has been lost to the march of technology

Fri Nov 28 2014 - 07:45

Fad frenzies of years gone by

From Furby to the Rubik’s Cube, Conor Pope remembers some of the must-have gadgets and toys that topped Christmas wish-lists throughout the decades

Thu Nov 27 2014 - 00:00

Gifts: the best films and box sets

Make Nidge and Ed Sheeran the perfect gifts this Christmas with music, TV, films and games for all the family to savour

Wed Nov 26 2014 - 08:00

Sports ideas for Christmas: think outside the penalty box

The latest football jersey is too easy - look further afield for something special for the sports fan

Mon Nov 24 2014 - 19:00

Toy stories from Christmas past

Irish stars Johnny Ward, Peter Kelly, Shane Hegarty, Mairéad Farrell and Rob Doyle reminisce about the best toy santa ever brought them

Mon Nov 24 2014 - 12:50

Christmas in the kitchen: Jessica Murphy

Chef Jessica Murphy talks about home and spending Christmas answering panicked phonecalls on how to cook turkey

Sun Nov 23 2014 - 12:00

Christmas in the kitchen: Neven Maguire

By the time December 25th comes around, most chefs will have served hundreds of Christmas dinners, so how do they celebrate at home? Celebrity chef Neven Maguire shares his family traditions

Sun Nov 23 2014 - 12:00

Christmas in the kitchen: Gary O’Hanlon

Head chef Gary O’Hanlon talks about hating brussels sprouts and looking forward to his first Christmas as a dad

Sun Nov 23 2014 - 12:00

For her: ultimate gift guide

We've rounded up the best gifts for her, so you don't have to

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 04:00

Gifts for furry friends

Don't forget about your four legged friend this Christmas

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 02:00

All I want for Christmas: Danielle McLaughlin

Author Danielle McLaughlin talks about what she loves and hates about the festive season

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 01:00

All I want for Christmas: Sara Pascoe

Comedian Sara Pascoe talks about homemade gifts and drinking in the morning

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 01:00

Gift ideas for gadget-lovers

From iPhones to coffee makers, you will find something here for the gadget-lover in your life

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Christmas Day make-up

Stay chic this Christmas with our essential make-up guide

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Books: Pick of page-turners

Authors and broadcasters recommendations for all types

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year’s Eve: Achill Island

Wrap up warm for a bracing start to the new year on Achill

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Charlie Murphy: from Love/Hate to zen

As she gears up for a Christmas reunion with her extended family back in her native Wexford, Charlie Murphy pauses to chat about a ridiculously busy year

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Children's fashion: dressed for success

If the children look nice and neat – and have the right toys – Christmas is just much more fun for everyone

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Irish Times Books

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

For him: ultimate gift guide

We’ve rounded up the best men’s gifts so you can have your pick of the pack

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year’s Eve: Aran Islands

Man it up on Inis Meáin this December 31st

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year’s Eve: Dingle

From Dingle to the Aran Islands, Ireland offers a range of amazing alternatives to celebrating New Year's Eve at home

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Clothes maketh the man

Here are some gift ideas for the men in your life which they may actually wear

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year’s Eve: Longford

Get the whole gang together for a night in the Stables

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

All I Want for Christmas: Keith Barry

Illusionist Keith Barry talks about filming over Christmas and the weirdest present he's ever recieved

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Perfume: Back to black

Think outside the bottle this year with seasonal scents that take their inspiration from the colour black

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Festive fun at The Drawing Room

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Christmas fashion: sequins and sparkles

It’s one time in the year when less is definitely not more, so why not take the opportunity to get out the sequins and get your sparkle on

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Irish gifts: made with love

Delight children and adults alike this Christmas with unique and thoughtful gifts handmade in Ireland

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

All I want for Christmas: Oliver Callan

Nob Nation's Oliver Callan answers questions on his yuletide joys and woes

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

All I want for Christmas: Alfie and Harry Hudson-Taylor

These Irish folk pop duo know what they want this year

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year’s Eve: Connemara

Work off your Christmas feast with the Connemara Walking Festival

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Stylish gift bags

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Grown-up goodies

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Hot reads for cooks

From classic Ballmaloe to veggies to mug cakes, there’s something to suit all tastes

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Covetables for the designer’s coffee table

E-books just can’t compete with a beautifully produced, richly coloured stonking big brute of a coffee table book

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

It's a wrap

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

All I Want for Christmas: Elayne Harrington

Rapper and reality star Temper-Mental MissElayneous shares her thoughts on Christmas

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Vintage Poster Company

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Alternative New Year's Eve: Ardmore, Co Waterford

Take it easy at the seaside this New Year

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Covetable Christmas fairies

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

All I Want for Christmas: Kevin McGahern

The Republic of Telly presenter shares his Christmas tales of dogs taking over churches

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

Irish shirts of distinction

Thu Nov 20 2014 - 00:00

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