The twinkle lights, stunning decor, delicious food, joyful songs, family reunions, and the additional drive to give and receive. Those are all nice things that encompass the holidays, right? But why do we look forward to them so much? Holiday…
The ancient Celts were animists. They honoured the forces of nature, believing that any animals, plants and inert beings possessed a spiritual essence. For them, every mountain, river, spring, marsh, tree, and rocky outcrop was in-spirited. Nowadays, some people still…
The influence of pets on their owners is quite peculiar. It is not just about the fascination of having a pet; it is about many other factors that orbit around having a pet. A pet can make you have a…
Nestling up and watching Christmas movies is the best way to get in the spirit of a holiday, and it’s never too late to begin. After all, everyone knows that watching a heart-warming holiday flick with a nice warm mug…
A brief history of tea drinking in Ireland, favorite teas in Ireland, and how to make the perfect cup.
I am an avid documentary viewer. I have seen hundreds of documentaries and docu-series on topics – ranging from harvesting honey to the 9/11 conspiracy theories. However, there are few documentaries that have gone beyond just being a viewing pleasure,…
Omonoko is an Irish four-piece band which can’t be tied to one specific genre. From indie to electro to rock, the Newry-based group was formed a little over 3 years ago when all the members were living in different parts…
Looking for the best ways to celebrate Christmas with Covid-19 restrictions? With Ireland in a Level 5 Lockdown, it is clear that this year’s Christmas is going to be very different to that of previous years. With the possibility of…
In Ireland, Christmas dinner is a big affair, with a lot of Christmas Eve and Day being spent preparing the food for the big meal. While a lot of families have their own food that they like to serve –…
