All the latest hospitality news. No week in Dublin is complete without a steady stream of new places opening, and this week was no different. We saw the opening of a new café, from the creative minds of one of Dublin’s most upmarket restaurants, the launch of a high anticipated space from industry experts, as […]
2 years ago
The Live Animal Crib was a point of contention last year. Following its relocation to St Stephen’s Green last Christmas, Live Animal Crib will return to Mansion House for the festive period this year. Dublin City Council have released a statement on the crib’s fate, with confirmation from the Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithí de […]
2 years ago
“There can be zero tolerance for negligent practices.” Five enforcement orders were served on food businesses across Ireland in October, two in Dublin, one in Roscommon, one in Kildare, and one in Meath. Reasons behind the closures included: the presence of undeclared allergens in food with a potential to cause a life threatening allergic reaction; […]
2 years ago
The smash-hit musical Mamma Mia! is returning to Dublin for seven performances in 2024. Tickets will go on sale next Thursday, November 16th at 10:00 am on ticketmaster.ie – but be quick because this is sure to be a sellout. Audiences will be able to belt out their favourite ABBA songs while reliving the tale of a […]
2 years ago
For all your flattie-with-a-view needs. Life in the post-pandemic age has largely returned to normal, but one very welcome overhang besides increased hand-washing remains – the Irish affection for the coffee-and-a-walk combo. Many of us have favourite trails to tread, brew in hand but if you’re looking for a new starting point for your weekend […]
2 years ago
Lovin were in for a special treat on the eve of International Women’s Day. On a sunny, but cold, Tuesday in mid March, we headed down to Suesey Street on Fitzwilliam Place to ring in the Irish Food Writers’ Guild Awards. It just so happened to take place the day before International Women’s Day, and […]
3 years ago
Dining outdoors has become the new norm these days, however much as people would like to continue supporting local businesses – the fine Irish weather is often not the best ally. Many restaurants have changed with the times and there are countless Dublin spots that have heated outdoor seating. Here are 26 places to try […]
4 years ago
As if we needed an occasion for dessert Still, it’s nice to have a designated day to celebrate the most important meal of the day. Whether you need something sweet after every meal, big or small, or you like to indulge occasionally, it’s time to make the most of it. Lemon Tart, Queen of Tarts […]
4 years ago
It’s been a long time coming but here’s the list of what restaurants are open in Dublin that you have been waiting for… Now that Ireland has entered phase 3 of the roadmap, many people will be wondering what restaurants are open in Dublin. We’ve compiled a list in order of reopening date which will […]
6 years ago
It’s beer garden season and we can’t help but squeal with excitement. Sometimes, however, I want to go that little bit fancier, while still soaking up the sun. The answer, my friends? A boujee garden terrace. There’s a tonne of fancy botanical areas in Dublin that are made for drinking cocktails in this weather. Here are my […]
7 years ago
Weddings are all fun and games until you wake up with a horrific high-heel ache and prosecco throbbing head the morning after and have to drive three or four hours just to get home. Sure, wouldn’t it be much nicer to just have the whole shindig in town? Gone are the glory days of having […]
7 years ago
Mother’s Day crept up quickly this year, and for those of us who don’t have two cents to rub together, it’s a little stressful. Thankfully you might be able to avoid shelling out the big bucks today, because several Dublin restaurants are giving mums little freebies as a Mother’s Day treat. At Bobo’s burgers, all […]
7 years ago