Are you still basking in the gloriousness of your long weekend and want to make it even better? Well then, we have a revolutionary idea to achieve just that: order takeaway tonight. You worked too hard last week and you’re too great and way too sound to have to put yourself through actually making your own dinner tonight. You’re better […]

10 years ago

Looking for somewhere to get hitched? Finding the whole thing a bit of a nightmare? Yes to both? You’re not alone my friend – it’s a specific type of torture that will leave you more stressed than a Leaving Certificate student. And we don’t want that.  Instead, we’ve done a little research into where are the best […]

10 years ago

The holy grounds of Phibsborough have been blessed with many a watering hole and feeding place, and we thought this should finally be highlighted.  For the weekend that’s in it, you may be at a loose end as to what to do with yourself, but if you’re not in the mood for making a day trip beyond the […]

10 years ago

There are so many reasons to love Skerries. Just north of Dublin, on the rugged Fingal coast, there are so many things to do and see.  Easily accessible by Northern line commuter trains, beautiful tranquil scenic routes pretty much everywhere, AND second in all of Ireland in 2011’s Best Place to Live in Ireland awards, Skerries has […]

10 years ago

It’s funny, for a nation that has been dubbed time and again as ‘the friendliest bunch of people you’ll ever meet’, we can sure be a shower of cranks if you catch us at the wrong time.  And even though we’ll smile and nod all day long, inside we’re boiling due to the sheer toughness […]

10 years ago

There comes a point for us all when we realise life has just been a big, long con – and that adults spent a vast proportion of our childhoods feeding us either lies or nonsense. And now, it’s time to pull the world up on some of these oddities, inconsistencies and falsehoods.  1. Where are the toys in […]

10 years ago

Along with rounders, flat 7-up and altar serving, Bebo was an integral part of our teen and pre-teen experience growing up in Ireland. And arguably the most expressive part of having a Bebo page was the fact that you could have your very own flash box – showcasing to the masses exactly what sort of phase you were […]

10 years ago

Ah, the Gaeltacht.  An alternate universe where the cool kids are the ones who went to an Irish speaking primary, and the losers are the ones who don’t put in any effort. A rite of passage for kids growing up in Ireland, Irish College is truly an experience like no other. Here are 18 little […]

10 years ago

Saoirse Ronan is someone who uniquely boasts both the Irish brogue and the American dream.  Born in The Bronx but hailing from County Carlow, Ronan is an only child who is worth her weight in shamrocks, and considering she just made the cover of Time magazine, it would seem the whole world knows it too. […]

10 years ago

Urbanity Coffee in Smithfield are celebrating six months in business this week, and they’ve decided to show their gratitude to the public by giving something back. Between 8am to 9.30am every weekday this week (until July 29), they will not be accepting payment for coffee, but will encourage their customers to make donations to The Capuchin Day Centre in lieu. Their chosen charity, the Capuchin Day Centre, along […]

10 years ago

Netflix has just released the highly anticipated season two trailer for Narcos – and boy, is our appetite whetted. As you’ll probably know if you’ve clicked into this article, the show chronicles the notorious Colombian cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar and Steve Murphy, a DEA agent sent to Colombia on a US mission to capture and ultimately kill him. In the second […]

10 years ago

Once again you’ve nailed it in terms of gas content all over the Twittersphere, and we’ve got the tweets to prove it.  This week, you should look forward to some great word play, some light bullying and questioning Tom Cruise’s train of thought. So here goes… 1. This impressive repertoire 2. This tweet full of wonder […]

10 years ago

The Dublin rental market is pretty much taking the piss at this point. But it’s listings like this that really make us wonder if 2016 is actually the year of the incoming apocalypse… Yesterday, a mobile home, located in Egansfield, Donabate, Co. Dublin was put up on Daft.ie to rent. Donning the title ‘studio apartment’, this one-bedroom ‘flat’ is going […]

10 years ago

Summer is here (whether the weather is co-operating or not) and we’ve been revelling as much as revellers can revel. Which, as you’d imagine, is quite a bit… AND, we want you to do the same. So go on, dive headfirst into the magical metropolis that is Dublin in the summer, and tick off absolutely everything on this […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 2 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp olive oil 130g plain flour 0.75 tsp sea salt 100g wholemeal flour 180ml warm water 2 cloves crushed garlic 1 handful fresh chopped basil 1 tbsp oregano 500ml tomato passata 2tbsp tomato purée 1 pinch black pepper 100g cooked chicken breast, chopped into chunks 50g chorizo sausages, chopped […]

10 years ago

We are endlessly jealous if you are heading to Punchestown Racecourse this weekend.  Firstly, because you get to see King Lionel in his element, AND secondly because all of the information you could possibly ever need is listed below.  So here it goes…  Enjoy! 1. Who’s playing? An all star cast, if you don’t mind.  Upon entering the bright […]

10 years ago

On roasting days like these, we can but dream of frozen bars like the one Coors Light will soon bring to the capital. The beer giant is going to open an Ice Cave pop-up at George’s Dock in the heart of Dublin’s IFSC between August 4-10. Guests will be provided with special thermal capes to fend off the chills while […]

10 years ago

Even if you’re one of those people who loves paying top dolla for top product, you probably share our affinity for one of life’s greatest gifts. Loyalty cards! So we’ve put together a list of some of Dublin’s top cafés – along with some of the larger chains for comparison – to scope out how many drinks […]

10 years ago

Making our job easy, once again, the population of Twitter-land are continuing to nail it. We’ve decided to catapult you from our social platform in the hopes that you’ll gain loads of likes, faves and general good tidings. Live long and be gas, friends.  1. Physics with @amyohconnor Hello from Beyoncé where, no lie, a teen gal just vomited so […]

10 years ago

Lunch time is your time out of the dreary office, so you don’t deserve to spend the entire hour in a queue. If you’re one of the hundreds working in or around the Dawson Street area, then here are some of the best lunch options for you. Read ’em and… get hungry. 1. Tang A by-product of the well-loved frozen […]

10 years ago

You know the truth – making your own lunch will ultimately be tastier, cheaper and less time-consuming that any limp salad you queue for near work.  It requires a few minutes work, but boy, the rewards are plentiful.  Bonus points if you make these before work! 1. Spinach & sundried tomato pasta All flavour, all filling, all […]

10 years ago

Ah, the Celtic Tiger. However much of a mess it caused, we will always look back fondly on those decadent days of yore. The days of Super Sweet 16s, three cars in the driveway, and €80 birthday cakes will forever remain in our hearts.  If, like so many of us, you grew up in this unadulterated madness, you […]

10 years ago

All about them treats? Searching for sugar? Craving dat caramel? Us too. Always.  So, we’ve put together a list of some of the tastiest and most delicious treats our glorious city has to offer.  Read ’em, drool, then go out and tick them all off the list… 1. Baked Nutella cheesecake, San Lorenzo’s Award winning, decadent… and did […]

10 years ago

So, you’ve survived the weekend. Hooray! But now, you’ve got to get ready for another week. Not so hooray.  We’ve got the perfect solution: ordering food. You’ve had the idea in your head since Thursday anyway, so why not tuck in right now?  1. Grilled salmon temaki, Rafa’s Temaki Grilled salmon, melted soft cheese, rice, chives […]

10 years ago

Food prep – that thing we know we should do each week, but when it comes to Sunday we can just never summon the brain power for it. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! We’ve come up with a foolproof list of lunches and dinners to do you for the whole week, and the […]

10 years ago

You guys have done it again. Gas lads and ladies, the lot of you.  Here’s our tweets of this week, and we promise, they’re pretty bloody great. 1. Dating with @AisMullins A guy on Tinder had his occupation as “future CEO” so I’ve deleted the app and all vestigial attraction to men — trashling (@AisMullins) July […]

10 years ago

If there’s one thing we know about, it’s how to host a good brunch.  And with the help of our incredible sponsors, Bundys, we know for sure that it’s going to be something special.  Taking place on Saturday August 6, you’ll get the chance to come hang out with us at Lock 6 in Ranelagh, right next to the […]

10 years ago

It’s the weekend and you’re hankering for a little something sweet, but sweet needn’t necessarily equate to bold. Don’t ruin your latest health kick with a Mars Bar, we promise you you’ll regret it. Try instead one of the many delicious healthy snacks this city has to offer.  There are loooooads, and they’re all whopper. We swear.  1. Sugar […]

10 years ago

Hitting up The Big Grill this year? Yeah you are, you filthy animal. Even talking about it is making us excited, and hungry. But even though food has taken centre stage, the drinks on offer truly deserve their time in the sun, too. We’ve gathered some information about the best drinks on offer at The Big Grill, so […]

10 years ago

The Big Grill is back for the third time this year, and even thinking about it is making us ravenous.  A celebration of the ancient art of  cooking with fire and smoke, comes to the leafy surrounds of Herbert Park this August 11 – 14. Almost doubling in size from last year, The Big Grill will allow you to smell, taste, discover […]

10 years ago

Dear hard working citizens of the world, you get one hour for lunch if you’re lucky. You want to spend the majority of that hour sampling Dublin’s food scene, rather than pondering where to go and waiting in queues.  Capel Street is a thriving hub of activity, both of the work and food variety; so we’re here to marry the two. […]

10 years ago

If there’s one thing that long Irish summer days mean, it’s that the dog days are far from over my friends. Whether it’s wet or dry outside, you’ll find pooches being carted around for their evening constitutional one way or another.  If you can’t commit to a dog in the city, then there’s only one […]

10 years ago

On these long summery (and not so summery) days in Dublin, we’ve been asking ourselves what activities can we get up to in the evening that won’t have us in bits for work tomorrow.  So, we’ve compiled a list of fun things to do in the evening this month that won’t eat away at your […]

10 years ago

If Kerry is the Kingdom of Ireland, Tralee must be the feather in the royal cap.  It’s an incredible town with something to offer everyone who enjoys fun, food and general merriment. Don’t believe us? Well, tuck in to these 11 things to do in Tralee, and you’ll find out why… 1. Banna strand Kerry’s number one holiday destination, Banna strand is […]

10 years ago

Planning a staycation, but not entirely sure where to go? That’s where we come in… Have you and yours ever thought about The Land of Heart’s Desire as a potential destination? County Sligo is so much more than the N4 and Count Dracula, and we’re here to show you why… 1. It’s super accessible  Three hours, direct on […]

10 years ago

Oh, 2006. When men were men and scooby doos were currency.  Better times, easier times. We wanted to honour that great year with a flashback more flamboyant than the Saint Patrick Day’s parade. Enjoy, and don’t forget to wb xoxo 1. Tying your hair in a scrunchy to before running some important errands You know shit’s going down […]

10 years ago

Looking to hit up somewhere different this weekend?  How about swinging by Dublin 15, as Castleknock boasts some truly deadly spots.  Don’t believe us? Just check this lot out… 1. Wright’s Angler’s Rest One of the best fish restaurants in Dublin, this hidden gem is tucked away in the locally known Strawberry Beds.  Dripping in atmosphere and […]

10 years ago

The Organic Supermarket is Ireland’s largest independent retailer of Organic Food & Wine. Their award winning website offers Nationwide next day delivery and same day delivery for their bounty of organic produce.  In addition, It has now expanded it’s chain of stores to three locations in Dublin; Blackrock, Rathgar and Malahide. They have recently launched  a 100% organic certified […]

10 years ago

Planning weddings are hard. But they don’t have to be.  We’ve done a little digging and found out that The Angler’s Rest is where clever people get married. True story.  Rumour has it that their staff are so unbelievably attentive that you feel like you’re not even planning the wedding at all.  And that’s not […]

10 years ago

Dun Laoghaire couldn’t be more suited for a day trip; rolling greens, iconic coastlines and dozens of eateries – this south county Dublin town ticks every box. Here, you’ll find something for everyone; with historic landmarks, thought provoking visitor centres and plenty of places to sit in and grab a pint, you’re absolutely spoiled for […]

10 years ago

The people of Ireland have been known for centuries to have unexplainable healing powers, cures and home remedies for even the most baffling of diseases. And while a small percentage of the population are know to have ‘the cure’ for everything from shingles to sprains, the rest of us must deal with the items we […]

10 years ago

So, as much as some would like to believe, there is a lot more to the Emerald Isle than just Dublin. Loads more, actually. And this large percentage of the population have something of their own language.  And sometimes even they need a little help translating… Here is a selection of some of the quare best. Enjoy. 1. […]

10 years ago

Irish weddings, as much as we go on about them, we bloody love them all the same. They have the sophistication of a grown-up Debs and and the gusto of a real life Tinder, as well as a rock-the-boat or two in between. Sure what more could you want? Here are 11 reasons why an […]

10 years ago

Fear not, fellow Dubliners – contrary to the grey skies above our heads, turns out that summer is actually not over.  Want proof? Check out this messer, taking a leaf out of Olympians Michael Phelps’, Fiona Doyle’s and Shane Ryan’s books – and diving head first into our city’s great divider.  Spotted yesterday evening by Twitter user @lradacic, just beside Capel Street […]

10 years ago

Are you a cereal fiend? Do you always make time for second breakfast? And do you think sugary treats are an excellent way to kick start your day? Well, then, this is the opportunity of a lifetime for you. The Nestlé Breakfast Cereals Aisle of Wonder (yes, that’s its actual name) is kicking off in Blanchardstown Shopping Centre from today, […]

10 years ago

Peter Varga’s brainchild Humans of Dublin is just getting better and better by the day –highlighting the best, worst and downright terrible parts of Irish life. This week’s instalment features a half-Irish, half-Egyptian woman, relaying her tales of growing up in Ireland. ‘Half-cast’ is still a term that makes my blood turn cold. A small incident […]

10 years ago

Every year, around the end of August, fans, families and hopeful flora flock in their thousands to the county town of Kerry and head to the infamous tented Dome, home to the Rose of Tralee. In the belly of the beast, we spot people from all over the globe, cheering on their respective personified wildlife, thorns and all. The first […]

10 years ago

Following Dublin City Council’s news of increasing rat infestations in the city and the surrounding areas, this story shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. But unfortunately, it’s still pretty shocking.  Marion Kelly (58), who lives with her daughter and two-year-old grandson in Phibsborough, is spotting the rodents scurrying around her house each and every day, with […]

10 years ago

Feeling blue because summer is over? Us too. And so is everyone. But, fear not. We have a whole album of beautiful photographs that will make you happy you were there, rather than sad that it’s over. Read ’em and (don’t) weep.  1. Costa del Sandycove View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin […]

10 years ago

Internationally acclaimed artist Suzanne Lacy is working with 20 teenage women to explore their connections with earlier eras as part of a ten-day project.  Working with historians, museum staff, students, Irish and US artists, and in association with CREATE, 20 young women between the ages of 14-17 years old will participate in an artistic “consciousness-raising” process about […]

10 years ago