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The best Christmas sambos and specials in Dublin

For the past few weeks, cafes, bakeries and restaurants have been unveiling their Christmas specials, and we've rounded up the best of them here.

Food • 13 Dec 24

The Gastro Gays' 12 gifts of Christmas for foodies

From award-winning condiments to cutting-edge kitchen technology....

Food • 12 Dec 24

15 ways to spend less this Christmas

The countdown to Christmas is on.

Christmas • 11 Dec 24

Affordable ways to bring some magic to your Christmas

Here are some low-cost ideas on how to sprinkle a little more magic into your Christmas season.

living • 10 Dec 24

A psychotherapist's tips for navigating Christmas

Psychotherapist Richard Hogan joins Brendan O'Connor on RTÉ Radio 1 to share some advice for those facing a tricky family Christmas.

Christmas • 10 Dec 24

Jamie Oliver's Christmas special is full of festive flavours (Chris Terry/PA)

3 of Jamie Oliver's most festive recipes to try this Christmas

Get into the spirit of the season with recipes from the TV chef's new Christmas special.

Food • 09 Dec 24

Patrick Kielty: "Christmas will be in Dundrum this year"

Patrick Kielty spoke with Janice Butler about making the Toy Show his own, why he's the real deal on screen and Christmas excitement at home with his kids.

Christmas • 09 Dec 24

The RTÉ Christmas Guide 2024 has dropped

On sale from Monday, 9 December.

Christmas • 09 Dec 24

Every toy from The Late Late Toy Show 2024

Every year, toys are kindly sent in from toy retailers all around the country, and the toys demoed by children on The Late Late Toy Show are donated to charities across the country in time for Christmas.

Christmas • 06 Dec 24

Patrick Kielty pictured with (Kevin) Louis Hanna (6), Dublin. Picture Andres Poveda.

Patrick Kielty wishes parents "good luck" ahead of Toy Show

The Late Late Toy Show will air on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player tonight at 9:35pm.

living • 06 Dec 24

ISL presenters on the "madness, mayhem and magic" of the Toy Show

Deaf interpreters Jason Maguire and Sarah Jane O'Regan on the impact of their work on The Late Late Toy Show

living • 06 Dec 24

"Just be prepared. Have your table set nicely. Everything should be tidy", Tucci says.

Stanley Tucci on Christmas cocktails, dishes and traditions

"Offer them a cocktail, if they ask for something really complex, don't make it and never invite them again", Tucci says.

Food • 10 Dec 24

How to have a more sustainable Christmas

Tips for a thrifty and eco-friendly Christmas.

Christmas • 05 Dec 24

Small habits to help you save money this Christmas

Being such an expensive time of season it is no harm to remind ourselves of structures to adopt to avoid the bad taste in January from bills being posted in your letterbox.

living • 03 Dec 24

Get your home guest-ready with this 15-minute cleaning hack

Begin the final Christmas countdown with these expert tips, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

living • 03 Dec 24

Need a Christmas party look? Update your clothes with these hacks

Feeling the pressure of getting Christmas ready but can't justify buying a new outfit for the big day or your work party? We've got you covered with a load of suggestions to spruce up your existing clothes.

Fashion • 03 Dec 24

How to shop in season in Ireland this December

How to shop local in Ireland this Winter.

living • 01 Dec 24

How to prep for a stress-free Christmas dinner

Catherine Fulvio, owner of Ballyknocken House & Cookery School, joined Claire Byrne on RTÉ Radio 1 to share her tips for cooking up a stress-free Christmas dinner.

Christmas • 30 Nov 24

How to cope with grief at Christmas time

Christmas is a time saturated in emotions and evocative memories.

living • 29 Nov 24

What is zebra striping, and can it help you drink mindfully?

We're all prone to overindulging this time of year.

living • 28 Nov 24

No-buy Christmas: How to spoil loved ones without over spending

"Given the cost of living crisis and how many people in Ireland are struggling, it feels wrong to put pressure on people to spend what little money they have on me", writes Taryn de Vere.

living • 28 Nov 24