Let us fill you in… Mr. Craig David, of noughties bad-boy fame is coming to visit. He’s bringing his brilliant TS5 party to The Wright Venue on the 26th of February, to what will definitely be a sold out crowd.  TS5 started out as a Miami party hosted by Craig at his penthouse home, Tower Suite 5. Craig’s sets combine […]

10 years ago

Ahh, brunch. The notion-filled, made-up, filler meal to which we have all become accustomed. Not all of the usual hotspots will be open tomorrow, but some troopers are keeping their doors ajar for the first few weak and weary of 2016. 1. Whitefriar Grill, Aungier Street Whitefriar Grill has long been a contender for best […]

10 years ago

Scientists say that 2015 was on record as being potentially the most ridiculous year yet, with notions coming in from the west at full gale force, and a cold front of downright mental trends entering from the east. No wonder we had so many storms. 1. Hybrid foods Cronuts, sausage stuffed crust pizza, waffle hot dogs, […]

10 years ago

2015 will be remember as the year we all lost the run of ourselves (fashionably) a bit. Between showing off body parts we probably shouldn’t have and doing ludicrous things to our hair, we all looked a little bit mental. But, don’t fret – sometimes the worst fashion trends turn out to be the best fashion […]

10 years ago

Resolution Day is NYF Dublin‘s way of introducing you to 2016 in style, bringing a host of fun activities to help you kick start the year, focusing on fun, fitness and mental wellbeing.  Enjoy anything and everything from music to talks to whiskey tasting – a great way to kick start the new year, with […]

10 years ago

This year’s New Year’s Festival is slowly but surely creeping up on us, and we, for one, couldn’t be more excited. There are literally dozens of events to check out over the course of the three days, but arguably the most intriguing of them all is the NYF Dublin Music Trail. The trail consists of […]

10 years ago

So Dublin’s got its very own New Year’s Festival – a three-day city-wide shindig exploring and celebrating the best of contemporary Irish talent in the arts, music, culture and live entertainment.  And basically, a recipe for a bloody cracking weekend. Spanning the New Year period from December 30 to January 1, NYF is a multi-platform experience – featuring music, dance, design, art, and […]

10 years ago

January is a time of new beginnings. Fresh starts, new calendars and heaps of #newyearnewme Facebook statuses. And number one atop of those pesky resolutions is always to eat a little cleaner. Forgive us for not jumping at the chance to up our steamed broccoli intake – but sometimes, eating clean can be a little […]

10 years ago

So someone’s decided to drop hints about your unhealthy lifestyle, and has got you a Nutribullet for Christmas. Excellent! This changes everything, and the new, clean you starts RIGHT NOW. Or tomorrow at least. But wait… What do you even put in a Nutribullet? No need to panic, there are literally hundreds of foods you […]

10 years ago

2015 has been a year for vocabulary lows. Our regard for the English language has hit an all time low – not to mention the Rise Of The Emoji meaning that words have simply become superfluous and interminable. But, while such terms have given us a pretty serious case of linguistic despair, they have also given us reason to lol to […]

10 years ago

So the shit has hit the fan and you’ve left all of the present shopping until the very last minute – AGAIN. Congrats, you’re just like every other human being on the planet. But never fear, there are funny sides to this story as well. What’s weird is wonderful, and hopefully your giftee will either appreciate your […]

10 years ago

Christmas can be an intense time on our bodies. Whether it’s slaving in the kitchen, feasting on what seems like acres of Christmas cake, or being bold and polishing off the final few bottles of wine, our bodies go through quite a bit and sometimes the thought of prepping another turkey sandwich is just too […]

10 years ago

Stuck on a gift for your mate who is tricky to buy for? Is the time ticking away and you haven’t a clue what to purchase?  Never fear, here are eight things you can buy for the modern friend that they will absolutely love you for.  And they can be bought seriously last minute (even Christmas […]

10 years ago

Christmas is a time for family – and that can be a real pain in the arse sometimes. So, to make things just a little bit more fun, we put together 15 fantastically entertaining lies tall tales with which you can regale your younger relatives, should you draw the short straw and be stuck at […]

10 years ago

So it’s no surprise to any of us that Ireland is comprised fully of messers and gas characters, but it’s when the eclectic race of people that we hold so dear get put together on camera – that the whole country shuts down to have a gawk. And 2015 was no different. Everything from dodgy accents to […]

10 years ago

Every year, friends and foe alike surprise us with the dreadful quality presents they so bestow upon us.  Yes, we can deal with it most of it, but sometimes, they’re so bad that we can’t even attempt a polite smile… Here are 16 of the worst. 1. Socks Not that we don’t enjoy a good […]

10 years ago

Our love for Tiger has never been a secret, but it’s during the Christmas season that the Danish answer to Dealz really shines. The shop was made for stocking fillers, with quirky little bits and bobs for everyone – so here are 24 of the very best.  1. A microscope For the budding scientist in your life, or for […]

10 years ago

It’s easy, at times, to look back on what we once did/wore/said/ate and think, “what the fuck were we doing?” Now this is all fine and good when it was 5+ years ago, but what about when it was a mere six months ago…  2015 could arguably have been known as The Year of The Notions […]

10 years ago

Did you manage to pick the only person in the office you don’t know, and now you’re panicking? Us too!  And so has everyone. But, never fear – here are 13 gifts you can buy that even the office grump will love. 1. These two from Tiger  For those of you who haven’t heard of Tiger (where have […]

10 years ago

This year the homeless crisis in Dublin has hit an all-time high. A heart breaking sight for all to see just so many children, adults and families out in the cold every day. Making life a little bit easier for those effected by homelessness has been the main thought in everyone’s minds, especially as it’s getting colder. So the wonderful people at Basecamp, […]

10 years ago

So Winter has swiftly thrust herself upon us once more, as she always does, and yes, it’s pretty bloody crap out. It seems like the rain hasn’t stopped in forever and your thermal vests all have holes from overuse. But, all is not lost. The good people of the world have manufactured some amazingly comfy items that […]

10 years ago

While the weather outside is growing ever-colder – frightful, you might say – our drinks compensate by getting hotter – more delightful, you might say. And we’re all for it. On that note, here are 12 of the best mulled wines you can get your shivering hands on this festive period.  1. Fallon & Byrne  Fallon & Byrne […]

10 years ago

Ever consider naming your first born after one of your prized photography app filters?! According to the latest polls over at Babycenter, it would seem that you are most certainly not alone. Apparenlty, some of the hottest trends in baby names shared monikers with everyone’s favourite photo app, Instagram.  The site says that names of the […]

10 years ago

All this month we’re giving away prizes as part of our Advent Calendar Competition, and today’s prize has been so bestowed upon us by the incredible bunch at Crystal Ski Ireland. Crystal Ski Ireland is Ireland’s number one when it comes to ski and snowboarding trips, they love the snow more than anyone and will […]

10 years ago

All this month we’re giving away prizes as part of our Advent Calendar Competition, and today’s prize has been generously donated by The Church Café Bar, Restaurant & Club. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated meal, relaxed bar food, drinks or a night out, The Church has what you are looking for. The […]

10 years ago

All this month we’re giving away prizes as part of our Advent Calendar Competition, and today’s prize has been generously donated by the lovely people at the Round Room at the Mansion House. The Mansion House has been Ireland’s premier events venue since 1821. They have six event spaces available, perfect for gala dinners, […]

10 years ago

Right throughout the festive season, we’re giving away fantastic prizes every single day as part of our Advent Calendar Competition – and today’s comes from the The Talbot Collection. Talbot Collection Hotels are hubs of warm hospitality where you can relax, unwind, rejuvenate and have a home away from home experience – and better still, you’ll receive […]

10 years ago

All this month we’re giving away prizes as part of our Advent Calendar Competition, and today’s prize has been given to us by the lovely people at Soder & Ko. Soder & Ko is one of Dublin’s newest establishments, specialising in Scandinavian and Asian cuisine. Beautiful cocktails and tremendous brunches are the orders of […]

10 years ago

Right throughout the festive season, we’re giving away fantastic prizes every single day as part of our Advent Calendar Competition – and today’s comes from Sasha House Petite. Sasha House Petite is Dublin’s first French/Slavic coffee and pastry bar based on Drury Street (just beside the car park). They produce our own micro-roasted coffee to enjoy […]

10 years ago

Right throughout the festive season, we’re giving away fantastic prizes every single day as part of our Advent Calendar Competition – and today’s prize has been generously bestowed upon us by Noshington Café. Noshington Café is an exciting destination in the heart of Dublin 8, seating 50 people comfortably in cool and contemporary surroundings. They […]

10 years ago

Right throughout the festive season, we’re giving away fantastic prizes every single day as part of our Advent Calendar Competition – and today’s comes from the excellent Toscana. Toscana Italian restaurant is located in the heart of the most historic part of the City Centre and on the edge of the Temple bar district – it’s […]

10 years ago

All this month we’re giving away prizes as part of our Advent Calendar Competition, and today’s prize has been so generously thrust upon us by Cavern at Baggot Street Wines. It includes a night out in Cavern for you and 3 friends, Prosecco or mulled wine on arrival, 4 small sharing plates with 2 […]

10 years ago

During the long slog that is these cold, Winter months – treats are deserved for even making it out of bed.  Your hands may be cold and your shoes may be wet, but your tummy can be warm with these 13 life-changing confectionaries. Do yourself a favour, we won’t tell anyone. 1. Smores Crunchie Waffle Sandwich, Sweet Republic […]

10 years ago

A few months back we did a survey on the site about whether or not going to a Burrito Bar on a first date is a good idea or not. And while the poll finished up pretty much neck and neck, we decided there were far more rules and guidelines to be followed when attempting […]

10 years ago

This year the homeless crisis in Dublin has unfortunately hit an all-time high. As part of tackling this problem and making life a little bit easier for those affected, Basecamp, the outdoor store on Middle Abbey St, Dublin have started a backpack challenge. The aim of this challenge is to get as many backpacks as possible […]

10 years ago

The 88th annual Academy Awards are taking place on 28 February this year, and the excitement of the people of Dublin has hit an all time high for one reason in particular… Along with the rest of the world, the people of Dublin want to see Leo win his Oscar.  Photo cred: www.pinterest.com So much so, that an open Facebook event has […]

10 years ago

So, unless you’ve been living under a rock, avoiding South William Street, or have Saoirse Ronan blocked on all of your social media outlets – you know exactly who Tropical Popical are and what they’re about. They’re so much more than just your regular nail salon, they give us all the warm fuzzies, and so […]

10 years ago

Lent is a time for trying to be a better person, abstaining from certain things in order to become a better person, and generally sorting your shit out. Or should we say… sorting your sh*t out? For, you see, many have given up the national pastime for Lent.  So, how about tuning into your cultural side and […]

10 years ago

To whom this may concern, I am writing this open letter to everyone who has ever heard the following question: ”But you’re so great, how on earth are you single?” This question is both arbitrary and superfluous and makes neither party feel pleasant, happy or simply like they’re doing anything right. In the olden days, finding […]

10 years ago

It’s good time to be a foodie in Dublin. Dine In Dublin is a marriage of our two favourite things – great food and our fair capital – and from February 22-28, you’ll be invited to discover the city bite by bite and taste something new, at scarcely credible prices. A must-do, really. We’ve gotten the skinny on what’s […]

10 years ago

Fine Gael Minister of State Simon Harris has decided to clean up this country once and for all, by going and putting his face on a packet of hand wipes.  Harris, who’s running in Wicklow, was one of three Fine Gael TDs elected in the five-seat constituency in 2011, and is promising a ‘refreshing future’ for all those who vote […]

10 years ago

Here’s one for the health nerds: Roz Purcell has opened up a pop-up shop to bring to life the recipes from her new cookbook, Natural Born Feeder: Whole Foods, Whole Life. The pop-up is located at 140 Lower Baggot Street (a few doors down from Xico and Toners) and is only open for three days (until Friday), so if […]

10 years ago

The Superbowl has quite recently become a big deal in Ireland – due to it being a competitive sport based around men killing each other, oh, and it goes well with a pint.  Superbowl Sunday is today, and for those of you not looking to enjoy the game in one of the many establishments showing it, […]

10 years ago

Letter and card writing may be deemed a lost art what with the rise of technology and all… However, we all bloody love receiving any post that isn’t a bill, when it does happen. So why not celebrate your friends, be they single, taken or looking, with a Valentine’s card on the international day of love. They’ll love you forever for […]

10 years ago

She’s fought for the little man and been the people’s queen since day one – so it’s little wonder that we all love Panti. And a quick look at the few simple, yet important, nuggets of knowledge she has given us during her time in the spotlight shows us that there can only be more to come. 1. […]

10 years ago

We always knew that Dublin’s sambos were a cut of Toonsbridge mozzerella above the rest, but now the rest of the world is noticing. Yesterday The New York Times posted a piece about how Dublin’s fantastic sandwiches are getting us through the recession, bite by bite.  They highlighted the valiant contribution to the sandwich world made, in particular, by The Green Bench Café, 147 […]

10 years ago

YES, we know it’s an American sport, and YES we know some of you think that the increased interest on these shores points to some massive decline in our native culture. But we don’t care. We’re all geared up for Superbowl 50 this Sunday night, and we love the fact that more and more places are now […]

10 years ago

Looking to steer clear of the raucous crowds of Superbowl Sunday in the city centre? Right you are.  Set up your gaf like the fortress it is, with ample beers, seating and craic to go-round, and you’ve got yourself a sports party – a sports party that your wallet will thank you for. Wow your guests […]

10 years ago

Looking for something to indulge in while watching the rugby today, but just don’t know where? Us too. So we’ve compiled a list of the best, tastiest, meatiest and spiciest.  We’ve done the thinking, so you don’t have to. Aren’t we sound. 1. The Blazing Sombrero, Gourmet Burger This beauty is combined of guindilla pepper, pickled […]

10 years ago

It’s the piece of information that broke the hearts of emotional film fanatics everywhere: Leo could have fit on that door after all. Kate Winslet appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday to chat about her unwavering support for her Titanic co-star at recent awards ceremonies.  Naturally, Kimmel didn’t hesitate to ask the actress about #doorgate.  #Doorgate, you say? Yes, the worldwide phenomenon that puts forward the […]

10 years ago