Nicola Coughlan sits down with ELLE UK for a very special episode of Best of Irish, celebrating everything she loves about home — and why it’s never been hotter to be Irish right now.

From the Irish creatives putting their stamp on the global fashion scene to the designers currently topping her wishlist, Nicola shares the names you need to know, including Simone Rocha, Jonathan Anderson, Seán McGirr and Richard Quinn.

We also put her Irish credentials to the ultimate test. Can she successfully ‘split the G’ on a pint of Guinness? Does she really know the difference between Tayto and Walkers crisps? And just how seriously should we be taking these national debates?

Plus, Nicola addresses one of the internet’s favourite rumours — did she actually use Paul Mescal’s home printer, or is that pure fiction?

Grab a cup of tea (or a pint) and press play for the ultimate celebration of Irish culture, charm and craic. 🍀

Producer: @dixiemooncie

DOP: @megabeatt

Cam assist: @jaaf.mp4

Soundie: @tomjredhead

Video editor: @helenedgeworth_

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