Index

The Hardy BucksSure we're flat out on YouTube watching the boyos (above)

Java Republic coffeeDavid McKernan's Dublin-based brand was named the second most ethical coffee company in Europe. Visit his roastery in Ballycoolin, D15, to see why

Monday night TVWe're loving well researched Who Do You Think You Are?and Pat Kenny much happier as a insistent, indignant interviewer on The Frontline

LisbonNow that we've voted yes, this is a great, venerable European city to visit – both reasonable and sunny off-season

The CoatiganForget the skinny, lightweight boyfriend cardigan (what kind of boyfriends do these people have anyway?). The coatigan is a knitted coat, and a heavy cardigan. Ideal for car drivers and cyclists. River Island has good ones

Getting those self-employed tax returns in earlySorry to be smug, but oh, the joy of hearing those scary reminders on the radio and knowing that you've done your fiscal homework for once

BertieEnough already with the ex-taoisigh. They spend a couple of decades moaning about the media, then they throw lavish launches of their own books. Whatever happened to that period of quiet reflection?

The Ikea bluffEveryone says that Ikea is just madness, and far too crowded to approach. At the same time, everyone seems to have very nice kitchen clocks, vases and rugs, all bought at Ikea. Are we the only ones left waiting for the crowds to thin?

Insulation talkis everywhere. Strangely fascinating . . . to house owners

'Christmas is coming!'Seen in a bicycle-shop window. Would you let us get through Halloween first, please?