Notions and necessities: From summer groceries right at your door to liquid gold, cool cocktails and zipping through treetops, it's all here
Green Earth Organics, run from an organic family farm in Co Galway, has recently expanded its online offering to over 800 grocery items, including the addition of par-baked breads from Carraig Rua Bakery in Co Leitrim. The new Summer Essentials box, delivered to your door with a click of the mouse, includes seasonal fruit and veg from selected small-scale organic growers, eggs, cheese and a loaf of sourdough bread, ready to be finished off in your oven. SC Summer Essentials Box, €50, delivery free for orders over €100, greenearthorganics.ie
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Life's a beach
Kelly's Resort Hotel & Spa in Rosslare is something of an Irish institution, beloved by families for generations, and now offering a four-bedroom standalone Beach House (big enough for 11 people), with full self-catering or half-board packages. Even self-catering Beach House guests get to use the pool and leisure centre, as well as the evening entertainment, while half-board gets you breakfast and dinner in the hotel. With a private garden, barbecue and direct beach access, it's the best of both worlds for big groups or extended-family gatherings. SC To book weekly stays through the summer, call Ruth, tel: (053) 913-2114 or email info@kellys.ie
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Scent of a woman
Republic of Oud in Winthrop Arcade, Cork, is a destination fragrance boutique entirely dedicated to oud, the centuries-old scent known as liquid gold. It's an olfactory element beloved by celebs from Drake to Rihanna, and Republic of Oud showcases it in an array of incarnations from names like Ajmal, Monreale and Sora Dora. SC Ajmal Amir Two eau de parfum, €225, republicofoud.com
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Way up in the treetops
The family-friendly thrill of Zipit Forest Adventures is newly open at Djouce Park, Co Wicklow, where you can enjoy a full day out on the high ropes and ziplines. With a low-ropes course suitable for kids as young as three, as well as more adventurous routes through the treetops for ages seven to 77, it's the perfect combination of fresh air and adrenaline. Booking is now open, as well as at their locations in Tibradden Wood, Co Dublin, Farran Forest Park, Co Cork, and Lough Key Forest Park, Co Roscommon. SC zipit.ie
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Pucker up
Rolling around at the bottom of every good woman's handbag is a lip gloss... if not five. This Le Labo lip balm is made with olive oil and shea butter to keep your lips hydrated. It's non-sticky – so you don't have to worry about your hair catching on your lips on a breezy day – plus it doesn't have a shine, making it a good unisex option for guys who don't want to look glossy. It's also unscented so there's no fear of added perfumes working against your hydration. OD Le Labo lip balm, €19/15ml, brownthomas.com
Cocktail hour
I say 'cocktails', you say 'oui, oui'! If you can't escape to the French Riviera, you can at least trot down to Balfes bar and brasserie at Dublin's Westbury Hotel to try out the new La Vie en Rosé cocktail menu. The menu's namesake cocktail is a delightful blend of Malfy gin, Lillet rosé, peach liqueur, peach syrup, lime and rosé crémant. Sit out on their terrace and sip a glass of Mûre Sauvage to transport yourself to the Continent. Duolingo optional. OD Balfes, 2 Balfe St, Dublin 2, balfes.ie
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Ice ice baby
Nespresso is celebrating the summer season with a much-needed cool-down. Temper the rare heatwave with their range of cold coffees in flavours like pistachio vanilla and coconut vanilla. Or for an extra boost to your morning cuppa, try the Active Coffee+ with vitamin B6. With added summer-collection accessories available such as silicone ice trays, sunshine-yellow flasks and small glass bowls to make affogato, you can be your own at-home barista. OD Iced coffee capsules from €6.50; Vertuo Pop machines from €99, Nespresso boutique, Duke Street, Dublin 2, and nespresso.com/ie
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Get your glad rags on
English brand Never Fully Dressed, founded by Lucy Aylen, is now offering a premium collection for fashion lovers who want a bit more glamour in their wardrobes. Featuring dresses, hand-beaded clutches and raffia-trimmed shirts and trousers, there's plenty of options for big summer occasions. Wear this mirror-embellished dress in the sunlight to become your own personal disco ball and bring the party wherever you go. OD Dress, €425; clutch, €130, neverfullydressed.com
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