The sustainable movement is here and everyone is making that extra effort to do their part. The fast fashion industry and came first, followed by the food industry and now people are practising sustainability in more ways than one. Recently, I moved into a new house – an unfurnished house. Though I knew this would […]

3 years ago

If you’re looking for a delicious lunch in Ranelagh, you’re spoiled for choice. Let’s be honest – the little village has it all, so finding good Ranelagh restaurants for lunch is never too hard a task. It’s on the Luas line, it’s super close to town, there’s a Tesco a Lidl and a SuperValu on […]

6 years ago

When the moon hits your eye, you know there’s only one thing you’re craving… Italian! It never fails. Everyone enjoys it and there’s always a pretty varied menu on offer. We have some absolutely stunning authentic Italian restaurants in Dublin that are just waiting to be discovered. They’re fab spots – family-owned businesses, usually with […]

6 years ago

Looking for Dundrum restaurants? Having moved to the vicinity a while ago, I’ve got you covered with the best spots in Dundrum and the surrounding areas. I’ve lived all over Dublin but this area is defo my favourite. When I moved to nearby Churchtown, I couldn’t wait to check out all the places in the […]

6 years ago

Chimac in Dublin has brought new meaning to the term KFC. Here in the capital, we’re big chicken lovers and Chimac Dublin has provided us with an incredible option for dining in the city. We’ve seen the likes of Mad Egg being rammed with foodies since their opening in 2018 and ever since Chimac opened […]

6 years ago

The best restaurants in Dublin differ depending on your own opinion, but there are a few that you just have to try out. Finding the best restaurants in Dublin can be a bit of a minefield, so to help we’ve compiled an alphabetical list of some of the best eateries the city has to offer. […]

7 years ago

Staying in? Lovin Dublin’s Date Box meal kit is officially available to order. Go on and treat yourself! There’s nothing better than a cup of tea. It brings people together, helps solve problems, keeps you ticking over while you work and warms up chilly fingers. It’s no wonder that it’s become such a necessity in every Irish […]

7 years ago

You know that awkward belly rumble that turns every head in the office in the days leading up to payday? Sounds like you need a good feed and some info on the best lunch in Dublin. There’s something about lunch in Dublin- I just hate spending money on it. Here’s some great value spots in […]

7 years ago

Looking for something cool to do in Dublin this weekend? There are so many amazing things to see and do in the city but sometimes planning your day can be hard to find inspiration. Well, if you were searching for a sign this is it. Malahide Castle is a magnificent medieval castle with a dramatic […]

7 years ago

Pasta lovers – this one’s for you! Gnocchi is the decadent hybrid of pasta and potato, a match made in heaven if you ask me, and a recipe for carbicide. (Death by carbs, which we all want, obvs…) Gnocchi is a variety of pasta consisting of various thick, small and soft dough dumplings. Here are […]

7 years ago

Is there anything better than freshly baked goods? I’ve gotten into a bad habit of doing my grocery shop in one place. When I was younger I remember calling into one of the local bakeries, the butcher and the fishmonger to pick up bits for the weekly shop. Such practices have more than one benefit […]

7 years ago

It’s important to put a weekend like this to good use and there’s no way better to do that in my eyes than to start it off with a delicious brekkie! I’m always on the hunt for foodie nooks in the city and this one in particular caught me by surprise. BaaBaa Blacksheep in Chapelizod […]

7 years ago

I recently visited Lisbon and discovered the wonderfully delicious treat that is Pastéis de Nata. Since then, I’ve had a craving, a hunger, an urge to indulge in one of these crumbly, creamy tarts again. Problem is, I’m in Dublin. Well, my prayers were answered when The Cupcake Bloke recently opened their new bakery in […]

7 years ago

This time last year we were bang smack in the middle of a heatwave and today I walked into work wearing my winter coat. Irish weather, aye? It’s not all bad though, rainy days are the perfect excuse to get out and check out a cool museum, tour or restaurant in Dublin. IDEAL. One of […]

7 years ago

Think you’re the ultimate Dublin foodie? We’ve compiled a list of the most iconic and well-known dishes in Dublin. See how many of these you can get right and don’t forget to leave your score below!

7 years ago

Trying to find the perfect gift can be such a struggle. It seems these days that everyone has everything they need (the boom is back) and the last thing I want to do is buy something shite that will never be used. The key to finding the perfect gift is getting something unique and thoughtful. […]

7 years ago

I’m a sucker for a good view point, all the better when I can see one with a pint on hand. There’s some really cool places in the city to grab a pint, traditional Irish pubs with live music, gravity bars with a 360 degree view of the Dublin skyline and even by the canal. […]

7 years ago

It’s only once in a blue moon that I put the words ‘hidden gem’ in a headline. I don’t ever want to tell you that a coffee shop that everyone goes to, or one that is bang smack on the main road, is worth this kind of hype. Only a very small amount are handpicked […]

7 years ago

If there’s one thing I love about Dublin it’s that you’ll find the best things in the most unexpected places. That is exactly what happened to me when I went for a few scoops with my friends a while back. We were on the northside, spending the day at the Botanic Gardens, taking all of […]

7 years ago

Ahhhh falafel, sure is there anything better? It works perfectly for both lunch and dinner, it’s super healthy and it’s divine. There are quite a few spots in Dublin that serve this whopper dish – here’s my top picks: 1. Shouk Shouk is one of the coolest veggie restaurants in Dublin right now. Inside you’ll […]

7 years ago

There’s something about sitting down with a crisp glass of vino, a few grapes and a board filled with every type of cheese imaginable. It’s glam, it’s tasty and it’s completely satisfying, no matter what mood you’re in. Cheese boards bring me a kind of happiness that no other food can. I’m totally obsessed […]

7 years ago

It can be easy to become a hermit and lock yourself away until that pay check at the end of the month. What harm, you ask? I’m one of those people who believes in the saying “start as you mean to go on”. January is an important month, as much as we all hate it […]

7 years ago

Might have to book ourselves in for a spontaneous mid-week stay… For the second year running, The Westbury has been voted ‘Best Hotel in Ireland’ in the Condé Nast Traveler 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are one of the longest-running and most prestigious awards in the travel industry. This […]

7 years ago

All Hallow’s Eve is just around the corner. It’s one of those annual events that I always seem to plan at the last minute, thus resulting in a shite weekend with 0 craic potential. If you’re in the same boat, or on the same broomstick – not to worry, I’ve compiled a list of the […]

7 years ago

Brunch is somewhat exhausted in Dublin. Menus sample the same dishes, they taste virtually the same and few excite me. There are a few cafes however, that have put their own spin on things and made brunch sexy again – a meal worth coming back for, raving about on your insta stories and forcing your […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking for some inner-city activities for an upcoming celebration then this sounds ideal. You’ll kayak down the Liffey and then some amazing musicians will play for you UNDER the most iconic bridges of Dublin. The acoustics are unbelievable and the atmosphere on the water is magic! You will get on board stable “sit […]

7 years ago

Staying in? Lovin Dublin’s Date Box meal kit is officially available to order. Go on and treat yourself! I’m all about the food. No day of mine is complete without flicking through my Instagram feed and deciding on my next restaurant. Over the last while, I’ve accumulated a long list of Dublin foodies that I love to […]

7 years ago

It’s World Mental Health Day on 10th of October. As a result, people from over 150 countries around the world will unite in a fight for mental health education, to create awareness for those who are struggling or know somebody who is. On a mission to create awareness and some well-needed funds for Talk to Tom […]

7 years ago

Gone are the days when being vegan means you live off a boring chickpea salad. There are some incredibly cool spots in Dublin right now where you can avail of tasty vegan food. Between Beast for vegan fast food and The Carrot’s Tail for brunch, you’re pretty much sorted for whatever you’re feeling. If your […]

7 years ago

Let’s hope there’s mulled wine – it’s a surprisingly delish pairing with cheese too! Looks like those Christmas party and get-together plans have just gotten easier as the Eatyard Wine And Cheese festival returns for the silly season. The festival will take place 21st November to 14th December in Jam Park. After the huge success of […]

7 years ago

There’s nothing quite like the D4 accent. I’ll never forget the first time I ever heard it. I was about 13-years-old in The Gaeltacht and the Dublin kids flocked together speaking what seemed like a different tongue to me (no, I’m not talking about their Gaeilge!). Their accents were so posh they sounded like they […]

7 years ago

Heading into town for a spot of shopping this weekend? I can’t start such days without a coffee on hand, the problem is once I hop off the Luas it’s the first thing I look for and I try to visit small independents as much as possible. Stephen’s Green is full of the big coffee […]

7 years ago

Staying in? Lovin Dublin’s Date Box meal kit is officially available to order. Go on and treat yourself! My Instagram feed is usually polluted with food, travel, makeup and dogs, so when I come across a quirky Instagram account that I like I can’t help but shout it from the rooftops. This year for Valentines Day one […]

7 years ago

The ULTIMATE Dublin foodie bucket list is here… Writing a list like this is never going to be easy, not just for the sheer amount of time it took to put together (a very long time if you’re wondering) but because food is so subjective. I didn’t want somewhere like Patrick Guilbaud, the only restaurant […]

7 years ago

They have a wine wall with wine on tap! I won’t lie to you, with the number of new openings in Dublin it’s hard to not roll your eyes to heaven when another pops up, mostly because a lot of them are run by the same few massive companies and follow a similar, uninventive suit […]

7 years ago

Baa Baa Black Sheep have you any wine? It’s too easy to stay in when the evenings get colder and darker but that adds for an all-over grim winter. There’s actually so many really cute and cosy things happening in the evening that are well worth leaving your couch and fireplace for. I know, that […]

7 years ago

Hanging this morning? The fact that you got up super early to catch the rugby match surely isn’t helping either. You know what you need? A dirty hangover cure. When I’m hungover I usually spend half my day crying over the fact that my local takeaway Chinese doesn’t open until after 5pm. During that waiting […]

7 years ago

Ariana Grande has been having a ball in Dublin. The popular American singer-songwriter came to Dublin two days before her tour to explore our fair city and fans have been losing their mind trying to trace her every step. She started off with a spot of shopping in one of our most famous vintage stores […]

7 years ago

Weekends are made for good food and me time. Over the last while, I’ve come to see the positive effects of an evening or weekend yoga session. It gives you time to stretch out all the tension, breath and destress. I like to plan my weekend activities in advance and if you do too, this […]

7 years ago

1. Yamamori Izakaya I’m sure you’ve eaten in one of the Yamamori branches at some point in your life but let me tell you a secret. The Yamamori Izakaya Sake Bar on George’s Street is by far the best of all. They specialise in unfussy Japanese food. They serve a sushi and Japas menu which […]

7 years ago

Thank you, next. Yesterday, popular American singer-songwriter Ariana Grande was spotted thrifting in Tola Vintage in Temple Bar. The store shared a video on Instagram of the singer leaving the store with quite a few bags and of course, a coffee from Starbucks! https://www.instagram.com/p/B2pFQz3jweL/ She greeted the fans as they flocked outside the store taking […]

7 years ago

Thousands of people took to the streets of Dublin yesterday to draw attention to the global climate crisis that is affecting our planet. At midday, workers and schoolchildren alike decided enough was enough and took to the streets of the city centre to have their voices heard. They arrived in their droves and with them, […]

7 years ago

Dublin 7 has quickly become one of the coolest places to be. North West of the city centre, Dublin 7 is home to Smithfield, Stoneybatter, Arbour Hill, Broadstone, Cabra and Phibsborough. The historic horse and fruit market square in Smithfield has been regenerated in recent years making it a trendy spot for quirky coffee shops, […]

7 years ago

This is not on. Shite Night is one of the most famous student nights in the country. Anyone who studied in DCU will look fondly on this iconic night that took place in the NuBar on Tuesdays and played every shite tune in the book, finishing off with the Eastenders theme tune of course! When […]

7 years ago

Planning date night this week? Coming up with fresh ideas for places to eat and drink can be the bane of my life so I’m always buzzing when it’s my boyfriend John’s turn to organise. Last week, when I found out what he had chosen I have to admit, I was not happy about it […]

7 years ago

Culture Night is back and this year it’s set to be bigger than ever with hundreds of events happening around the city and beyond. Wrap yourself in culture, as venues and public spaces open their doors to host a programme of free late-night entertainment, as part of this celebration of arts, heritage and culture. Returning […]

7 years ago

I’m not going to lie, I can be a bit of a snob when it comes to choosing somewhere to eat. If they don’t have a slick Instagram feed I’m of the opinion that it’s not that great. Maybe it’s just because there’s less photos of the food for me to obsess over until I […]

7 years ago

Date night is one of my favourite times. You get to hang out with your other half, have a proper catch up and try somewhere cool in town for food or drinks. Sometimes however, I want an more intimate setting, stress free. I live near Dundrum and the hassle of getting into town and getting […]

7 years ago

Looking to go all out for brunch this weekend? Special occasions call for a fancy meal. If you want to take a step away from the conventional brunch options and try something superior, there are a plethora of luxurious brunch options in Dublin city centre. Here are some elegant spots for a top-class brunch: 1. […]

7 years ago

Do you ever spot something and think, “how have I never thought of that?” That’s exactly how I felt when I heard that Nutella coffee exists. Yep, Nutella coffee. That’s like two of my favourite things ever, yum. Not only does is sound amazing, it looks sexy as hell. It’s got that decadent, deep and […]

7 years ago