The band played in Dublin’s 3Arena last night. In the aftermath of Arcade Fire’s frontman Win Butler facing allegations of sexual misconduct, the band’s opening act Feist has said they will be donating all earnings from their merch sales to the local Women’s Aid. Bulter has denied all four of the allegations and began the […]

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A planning application has been lodged with Dublin City Council for a 111-bedroom hotel The owners of the Swan Shopping Centre, in Rathmines, have lodged planning permission to build a hotel on the site. The application was lodged by Sawbridge, which is run by The Anderson family, which owns the centre, the Omniplex cinema chain […]

4 years ago

The biggest event in the Irish horsey calendar is returning after a two-year hiatus One of the landmark weeks in the Summer schedule, the Dublin Horse Show is returning for the first time since 2019. What a return to form it will be, with all the usual jumps, jaunts and competitions being held in the […]

4 years ago

Brought to you by NOW, sponsors of the Ah, Hear NOW! stage at this year’s Electric Picnic. The countdown is well and truly on. After a two-year hiatus, Irish festivals returned with a triumphant bang this summer – bigger and better than before. As the summer days tick on, eyes turn to the red letter […]

4 years ago

The Big Grill Fest makes a welcome return to our summer calendars this year, after a two-year hiatus Join fellow meat-lovers and do some dribbling over fire, smokers or BBQs. With over 50 + chefs, 20 + restaurants serving up grub, long table feasts, demos, talks, tastings, music and entertainment, there’s something for all meat-eaters […]

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A significant extension of Luas services is not on the cards currently. It is very unlikely that a 24-hour Luas service will be introduced in Dublin soon. This is as the National Transport Authority (NTA) has said that a significant extension of the tram system is “not something that should be progressed at this point. […]

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Great news for fans of the classic brick toys. Ireland’s first Lego store is set to open in Dublin on Thursday, 18 August. Located at 41 Grafton Street, visitors to the new store will be treated to the concept of “retailtainment”, which blends physical and digital experiences. This is to allow shoppers to both immerse […]

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The documentary is getting its Irish TV premiere. Nothing to Declare, the documentary about the two Dublin schoolboys in 1985 who stowed away to New York, is airing on Irish television next week. The 30-minute film tells the story of Keith Byrne and Noel Murray from Darndale who, when aged 10 and 13, ended up sneaking […]

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The information comes from a “concerned whistleblower”. Several cases of missing luggage belonging to air passengers have been dumped in a bin at Dublin Airport, according to reports. UTV obtained photographs from a “concerned whistleblower” a few days ago, purporting to show suitcases left in a bin for disposal outside a warehouse at the airport […]

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It will be located between Lucan, Clondalkin and Liffey Valley. The Government has approved a €186 million funding package to develop a new town in south Dublin named Clonburris. On Wednesday (27 July), the Government said on its website that the money will be used to invest in the necessary infrastructure to develop the new town, which […]

4 years ago

Pregnant swimmers and those with a compromised immune system are particularly at risk to the bacteria A temporary ‘Do Not Swim’ notice has been issued for the popular North Dublin beach Front Strand Beach in Balbriggan. The notice issued by Fingal County Council is as a result of a routine bathing water sample taken on […]

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The fire has since been extinguished. Two firefighters have been injured following a gorse fire in Dublin on Monday (25 July). A blaze broke out in Killiney, which led to huge plumes of smoke across the area. A number of houses in the area were evacuated as a precaution, with assistance from An Garda Síochána. […]

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The temperatures experienced in Dublin on July 18, were used by environmental activist Greta Thunberg to illustrate the impact the climate crisis is currently having on Western Europe. Yesterday Ireland experienced the highest temperature in 135 years, with temperatures reaching 33C in Dublin’s Phoenix Park on Monday afternoon, 12.8 degrees above average for the weather […]

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Five units of Dublin Fire Brigade [DFB] responded to a fire on a Francis Street pub.  Several units of DFB responded to a fire at Drop Dead Twice on Sunday morning (10 July), a pub/cocktail bar on Dublin 8’s Francis Street. The alarm was raised in the early hours of the morning when a “well […]

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A potential alternative for those wanting to avoid airport queues. Bus Éireann has announced the return of the Expressway Euroline service to the UK for the first time since the pandemic. The coach and ferry service from Dublin to London and Birmingham returns this Thursday (7 July), with fares starting from €39 one way and […]

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It’s going to be a scorcher. The country is set to be hotter than parts of Spain this weekend as the forecast predicts temperatures to soar. Ireland will see temperatures jump to higher than those in Malaga as one day, in particular, is set to be a scorcher, according to Met Eireann. Temperatures are set […]

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The month of middling Summer has a lot to give in terms of eating out We’ve narrowed down your broad range of options to take in just six of our top picks in Dublin’s fair city this month: 6. Hakkahan 32 Stoneybatter There’s a unique grouping of people, who distance themselves from popular occurrences for […]

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The annual event is taking place on August 17th – 21st on the iconic grounds of Dublin 4’s RDS After a two-year hiatus, the country’s favourite horse show is back with a bang and a buck. When:  The Dublin Horse Show is on for five days, from Wednesday August 17th until Sunday August 21st 2022. […]

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Just when you thought we had become hotelled out. Planning permission has been granted to The Holiday Inn Express off O’Connell Street to develop the courtyard currently used as a beer garden by Fibbers, the Living Room and Murrays. The planning permission approved by Dublin City Council [DCC] will see a six-storey extension located within […]

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The team behind Tailor and Blue announced the news that it would cease trading at one of it’s cafes from Friday, June 17th Taking to Instagram, the team behind Tailor and Blue announced that they would be closing the doors of their North Circular Road cafe from Friday, June 17th. “With a heavy heart,” the […]

4 years ago

We’ve gathered up a list of our favourite spots to grab a drink, some (more food) and perhaps a boogie after Taste of Dublin 2022. Back at full capacity, Dublin’s foremost food festival has returned with a bang. First launched way back in 2005, the festival held in the centre of Dublin city, has drawn […]

4 years ago

It’s all about life’s simple pleasures in Birra Moretti’s new series, The Shared Table. Produced in Ireland, this new series distills life down to the most simplistic of pleasures. Channeling the Italian ethos of Aperitivo which roughly translates as “opening up”, Birra Moretti has created some truly memorable stories with interesting people. Kicking off the […]

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June arrives with a clatter and a bang. Clanking onto the calendar, clinking a glass and loudly announcing that Summer has indeed arrived. The month brings with it a strong smell of Dove tan, a trail of novelty drink umbrellas and biodegradable glitter. Signalling the commencement of Summer and all the enthusiasm it holds. While […]

4 years ago

Ireland’s leading economic commentator David McWilliams will be grabbing the mic and kicking off the Dublin leg of The Island’s Edge Podcast Tour Following on from the success of the live Blindboy Podcast in Cork last month, the Dublin-leg of The Island’s Edge Podcast Tour kicks off on June 1st. David McWilliams and his co-host […]

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Visiting one of Dublin’s most important historical sites can work up quite the appetite. Kilmainham Jail has to be one of the few spots in Dublin that is capable of moving locals and visitors alike. Locals definitely get a lot from a tour around the former prison, that houses some of the most painful moments […]

4 years ago

The coffee trailer and winner of our Lovin Locals 2022 SUP Coffee has had a location switch No stranger to an unorthodox location, the owner of SUP Coffee Nick tackled the news that he would have to exit Jervis street APCOA car park, in his stride. Luckily SUP Coffee comes on wheels so Nick just […]

4 years ago

Filled with incredible spots to eat, drink and be merry, the choice in Dublin can sometimes get a little daunting. Wherever you stand on the now-contentious debate that asks one of the universe’s true mysteries- is May the start of Summer or the end of Spring? There’s no debating that the month (wherever it […]

4 years ago

We headed along to the Hard Rock Hotel in Dublin’s Temple Bar for the night and this is what we thought What was the location like? Set along Lord Edward Street (with the main entrance on Fleet Street), the Hard Rock Hotel is at the quiet end of Temple Bar. It’s a really central location, […]

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As we inch towards Summer with our sunburnt faces and coats strewn with hailstones and snow we embrace the amazing food spots that Dublin has to offer, hail, rain, snow or shine. This month kicks off with a great big joke but ends with one tantalising step towards Summer. To help you along your merry […]

4 years ago

Calling all house hunters! AIB are hosting an exclusive screening of the finale in the intimate surrounds of the Stella Cinema, Ranelagh. As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. Hoping to make this goodbye a little less bittersweet AIB are hosting one hell of a free goodbye event for the […]

4 years ago

Alcoholic slushies, leftover sourdough crackers and Myles na gCopaleen Day The Food Fancy crackers and dip from Oliveto Few joys in life as are satisfying as dipping some crackers into a flavoured paste. In true Oliveto style, this simple pleasure has been nicely elevated, with a dip made from pistachios, wild garlic and parsley, the […]

4 years ago

Brought to you by Peroni Allow your senses to be tantalised at this exclusive multi-sensory experience from House of Peroni with Cafe en Seine. Even for those passionate about dining out in Dublin, the experience can sometimes become a little samey. Gravitating towards the same item on the menu, ordering your usual drink and experiencing the […]

4 years ago

The team at Bakeology have unlocked a new flavour dimension with their new Easter offering. Bakeology on Dublin 8’s Meath Street has launched a sweet fusion that is sure to elevate any Easter celebration. The team at the Argentinian Bakery are extremely talented at whipping up creations like facturas, alfajores, tortas and empanadas. But they […]

4 years ago

Kale blossoms, TikTok waffles and a casual tasting menu. The Food TikTok Waffles at The Woollen Mills If TikTok has taught us anything, it’s to view all content through its prism with demonic earworm playing in the background. That’s what made the waffles from The Woollen Mills so damn eye-catching, they reminded us of all […]

4 years ago

There’s a lot going on in the city centre across the extended Patrick’s Day Bank Holiday. With the parade taking place for the first time since 2019, and over 500,000 attendees expected, town is expected to get busy. We’ve collected a list of the 27 road closures that will be taking place across the city […]

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The national St Patrick’s Day Parade will be returning to the streets of Dublin city for the first time since 2019. Here’s a list of all the burning questions you might have about this year’s Patrick’s Day parade: What exactly is the parade? It’s a national celebration that happens each year, on March 17th the […]

4 years ago

Playing ping pong at an Allstar tournament, Tonkatsu Sandos to icey coffees. The Food The Spesh from Fable + Stey Blackrock, 24 Newtown Park Tonkatsu Sando made up by Blackrockers Fable + Stay looks every inch of sandwich heaven. Made up with panko-breaded pork chops, tonkatsu sauce with wasabi + kewpie mayo coleslaw is served […]

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The results of the Lovin Locals shortlist have been revealed. After two weeks of fierce competition, four businesses have gotten through to the finals and one is set to be crowned this year’s Lovin Local. Here at Lovin, we love our locals and know that Dublin has loads of incredible businesses that deserve our support. […]

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There is no shortage of spots to eat in Dún Laoghaire, rain, hail or shine. It’s easy to pigeonhole Dún Laoghaire, by simply describing it as a seaside suburb, but that kind of reduction does the place a serious disservice. While it can be the sleepy seaside town that many paint it as, with pier […]

4 years ago

The month of many weathers has a lot to give in terms of eating out. The last few weeks have brought on an enormous amount of new openers, and March is already shaping up to follow in late January and February’s footsteps. There’s a lot of variety when it comes to eating out in Dublin, […]

4 years ago

Set in the lux surroundings of the Haddington House which overlooks Dún Laoghaire’s foremost harbour, afternoon tea at this spot is well-worth repeating. Why you should go? With harbour-views, an interior rivalling the set of Moulin Rouge, and bites that are a challenger to a Michelin starred amuse-bouche offering there’s a helluva lot of reasons […]

4 years ago

It’s been another busy week of food and drink news in the Fair City. Mad Yolk’s opened their first brick and mortar spot after years on the food truck circuit, the team behind Cactus Jacks have completely transformed the space on Millenium Walkway and there are three storeys worth of newness coming to Dublin soon. […]

4 years ago

The George’s Street spot has been forced to close for several weeks due to a fire breaking out on the premises. A fire that broke out in the well-known Italian-American restaurant San Lorenzo’s on Thursday, March 3, has forced the business to close for 6-8 weeks. According to restaurant promoter and consultant Anthony Remedy, the […]

4 years ago

This is no JK, it’s Jay Kay. Dublin city centre has welcomed a new Cafe, into its waiting arms. Jay Kay is a contemporary style cafe, complete with a juicery, conveniently located in one of the busiest stretches of town. Taking over from Cactus Jack, the team have opened up in the roomy spot along […]

4 years ago

Welcome to the egg party, the team behind Mad Yolks have opened in Smithfield. Egg lovers of D-7, assemble, Mad Yolks have opened their first eat-in permanent restaurant in the heart of Smithfield Square. The team quietly opened their doors to Smithfield Square on Thursday March 3. Uploading a video to Instagram the team said […]

4 years ago

In light of the recent events in Ukraine, several Dublin-based businesses have organised fundraising events in order to raise money for those affected. Here’s a list of 6 great events being held across Dublin over the coming days: 6. Garage Sale The team at ALMA are hosting a garage sale with all proceeds being […]

4 years ago

Burnt cheesecake, a cocktail in a beaker and a candlelit fianna feast. The Food Burnt Basque cheesecake Urbanity, 11 Coke Lane, Smithfield Urbanity know a thing or two about creating some aesthetically pleasing plates, and their take on the classic burnt Basque cheesecake certainly fulfils the brief. The team out in Smithfield always look to […]

4 years ago

Brazilian Carnival, hedge foraging, a Tandoori spiced vegetable and a drink with a piece of orange rind attached to the glass. The Food Charred Aubergine Woodruff, Enniskerry Road, Stepaside There are few vegetables that we feel sorry for more, than the aubergine. Far too often it’s macerated into a sloppy paste or hacked into chunks […]

4 years ago

LOVIN LOCAL COMPETITION: TERMS & CONDITIONS The following terms and conditions apply to the Lovin Local competition on the Lovindublin.com website (‘Competition’) unless otherwise stated. Competition is to be run by LD Lovin Dublin Limited (‘we’, ‘our’, ‘LMG’, ‘Lovin Media’) which is a subsidiary of Joe Media Group (‘JMG’) across but not exclusively restricted to […]

4 years ago

Drink some angel hair, eat some deep-fried nostalgic dessert and get tickets to a once-off festival. The Food Try the DL’s cubed tapioca The DL, 6 Crow St, Temple Bar.  Cast your mind back to the first mention of tapioca, it would probably dredge up images of a milky substance with clumps of starchy spheres […]

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