Deirdre O Meara 
Irish chef and television presenter Clodagh McKenna has left her fans in awe with her beautiful garden in Highclere Castle, where she resides with her husband Harry Herbert. The castle, which is part of a 5,000-acre estate in Hampshire, is home to ITV’s fictional Crawley family of aristocrats in the popular TV series “Downton Abbey.” The property was gifted to Harry, the late Queen’s godson, by his father Lord Porchester, the 7th Earl of Carnarvon. The castle has been owned by Harry’s family since the late 17th century. Clodagh has been planting her own fruits and vegetables in her garden since she moved to the 300-year-old cottage on the castle grounds.
Clodagh recently shared a recipe video on her Instagram, where she made Vietnamese summer rolls with peanut dipping sauce in her garden surrounded by the beautiful nature growing in it. Fans and friends of the Irish chef flocked to her comment section to share their love for the video and her stunning garden. Tracy commented, “Your garden is absolutely beautiful,” while Derek wrote, “What a gorgeous setting. Great recipe too.” Another fan gushed, “Stunning garden – and beautiful recipe that I must try,” and Sarah added, “What a life you have, cooking gorgeous food in these wonderful surroundings.”
Apart from her garden, Clodagh has also been making headlines for her fashion sense. She recently shared a recipe with her followers on Instagram, where she looked stunning in a green and white checkered dress. The gingham dress had puff sleeves, a plunging neckline, pockets to the side, and a pretty line of covered buttons down the front. She paired it with some gold and white jewelry and left her hair down. Clodagh got the dress from Nobody’s Child, and it’s on the retailer’s website for €118. Fans and friends of Clodagh flocked to her Instagram comment section as they went wild for the unique dress. Catriona commented, “Looks lovely but also desp to know where your dress is from,” while Amy said, “Love your beautiful dress.” Another follower wrote, “Looking great Clodagh.”
Clodagh is known for her healthy and delicious recipes, which she shares on her social media platforms and in her cookbooks. She has written several cookbooks, including “Clodagh’s Kitchen Diaries,” “Homemade,” and “Clodagh’s Suppers.” She has also made appearances on several TV shows, including “This Morning,” “Saturday Kitchen,” and “The Today Show.” Clodagh has won several awards for her work, including the title of “Food Personality of the Year” at the Irish Book Awards in 2019.
Apart from her culinary skills, Clodagh is also a philanthropist and has been involved in several charitable causes. She has worked with organizations such as Concern Worldwide, The Hope Foundation, and The Peter McVerry Trust. Clodagh has also been a vocal advocate for sustainability and has been promoting the use of locally sourced and organic ingredients in her cooking.
In conclusion, Clodagh McKenna is a talented chef, television presenter, and fashion icon who has won the hearts of many with her beautiful garden, healthy recipes, and philanthropic work. Her unique style and personality have made her a household name in Ireland and beyond, and we can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next.
