The July|August issue of Irish Country Magazine is our first ever dual cover edition, starring two incredible women in sport; the record maker, Sonia O’Sullivan, and sports star of the moment, the record breaker, Rhasidat Adeleke.
We are so proud of this issue, which celebrates all things energy. It is bubbling over with inspiring Irish women, amazing businesses, the best in Irish design, ocean staycation ideas, innovative beauty treatments, plus details on this year’s Irish Made Awards with our list of judges announced. Here are just five reasons to pick up your copy, available in shops nationwide and for print or digital subscription here.
1. Sonia O’Sullivan
We meet one of Ireland’s all-time sporting heroes, Sonia O’Sullivan. The incredibly humble sporting star discusses how her lifelong passion for distance running was ignited as a little girl, reflects on her incredible career, and sings the praises of one of the biggest names of the moment, Olympic hopeful, and fellow dual cover star, Irish sprinting champion Rhasidat Adeleke.
2. Rhasidat Adeleke
We also meet Ireland’s fastest woman: 21-year-old Rhasidat Adeleke who has propelled herself into the history books over the past couple of years, smashing record after record. We spend time with the star who has everyone talking in advance of the Paris Olympics to find out what makes her tick and how she navigates her meteoric rise while remaining focused on what she does best: sprinting. And, she credits athletes like Sonia for paving the way for what she does now.
3. Unforgettable getaways
Find lots of inspiration for getaways at home this summer, with a gem in County Kerry, foodie breaks away as well as stunning options for Irish ocean breaks with family and friends. We also jet off to the sunshine for two very different holiday experiences abroad. Plus, we chat to Paralympian Ellen Keane in our new motoring section on hitting the road here at home.
4. Al Fresco at home
Summer is the perfect time to gather with friends and bring some of those holiday vibes to our homes. We asked two of Ireland’s most prolific tablescaping experts for styling tips to entertain in our own gardens. Plus, in this issue’s trend report, we share bright and bold yellow finds to add colour to your living space this summer. And, we visit a former well-known Dublin eye clinic turned dream home.
5. A fishy beauty tweakment?
We have got everything you need to know about polynucleotides, the latest beauty tweakment to shake up the aesthetics industry thanks to its unusual mix of ingredients, namely salmon sperm. Yes, you read that right. We ask an expert to give us the low down, plus we have professional advice on protecting your skin from the sun, chats with Trinny Woodall and the newest products to have on your radar.
If you enjoy this issue, get in touch; email editorial@irishcountrymagazine.ie and be in with a chance of winning a star letter prize.
