The brand new issue of Irish Country Magazine is on sale now, packed full of inspiring women, thought-provoking topics, and lots of inspiration in fashion, beauty and interiors, and more!

1 Clodagh McKenna

The chef invited Irish Country Magazine to her home Broadspear House, on the grounds of Downton Abbey, to talk about this happy chapter in her life and her future plans with her partner Harry.

Take a look behind the scenes of our cover shoot here.

2 Summer style

Ruth O’Connor highlights this season’s most exciting accessories, and Keeva Tyrrell speaks to the Irish designer behind stunning swimwear brand Mona Swims. Our fashion shoot, styled by Dee Moran and shot by Alex Hutchinson, features pretty summer looks to inspire your holiday wardrobe.

3 Food glorious food

In our beautiful food issue, top chefs share their favourite summer recipes and Blas na hÉireann producers’ champion Jess Murphy talks about her favourite Irish ingredients and how food inspired her work with refugees. Keeva Tyrrell meets the farmers behind Velvet Cloud, delicious sheep’s milk products that are a favourite amongst Irish chefs.

4 Fascinating features

Maria Moynihan speaks to women who decide not to have children about the stigma surrounding this life choice, Róisín Healy speaks to Stefanie Preissner about embracing the power of saying no, and Keeva Tyrrell looks into how to properly educate children about the birds and the bees.

5 Travel

Klara Heron falls in love with Japan on a once-in-a-lifetime walking holiday, plus we explore a hidden gem in the Midlands Wineport Lodge, and learn more about Jameson on a whiskey-lovers stay at the beautiful Castlemartyr Resort.

Take a look behind the scenes of our cover shoot here.

Inform | Inspire | Indulge