Reviews

Although the link between the three artists in IMMA's group exhibition, 3 x Abstraction, is tenuous, the show is nonetheless a fascinating exploration of this often misunderstood genre. By Billy Leahy

Faith Healer is dominated by a riveting performance by a Hollywood star – but it isn't Ralph Fiennes.
Colin Murphy reports

A delicious fresh tasting fruity dessert that shouldn't add inches to your waistlines. Serves two generously.

Cookery correspondent and agony aunt Darina Allen gives some ideas for what to cook for your man on Valentine's day

The Broadstone Gallery and Studios is one of a new generation of innovative spaces to open in Ireland over the last few years. Billy Leahy visits its current exhibition, Here, There and Otherwise

Don't waste your money on par-cooked or boil-in-the-bag rice: it's easy to cook rice once you know which variety and strain will suit your need. Here, Darina Allen discusses the origins and delights of rice

Anita Groener's travels over the past three years have left an indelible mark on her artistic palate. She celebrates the road in her new bipartite show.
By Billy Leahy

Darina Allen wants to make a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia in search of the very best dates. Here she tells us why

Garrett Phelan will penetrate our radio waves for the next 30 days with his experimental soundbytes. Donald Mahoney meets the man who wants to turn radio into art, and art into radio

Colin Murphy sees a new young company tackle a big theme and – just about – pull it off, in displace