For the guys and girlies that can never pass up a photo opp. If you’re a bit like us, you get stupidly excited when you spy a photo booth, be it a wedding, a shopping centre, wherever. It just hits us right in the feels, and it always feels like you just have to try […]

3 years ago

Cinemas are offering Eurovision fans a chance to feel “part of the action”. Eurovision 2023 is kicking off next month in Liverpool, with even Irish cinemas now getting in on Eurovision fever. Film distribution company Break Out Pictures has announced that the iconic international singing competition will hit the big screen in selected cinemas across Ireland […]

3 years ago

Anyone for a mosey around a market? While we’re happy to freeze our tits off at a market no matter what time of year, it’s nice that the sun is (sort of) breaking through the clouds a bit more these days, making the lugging of a huge winter coat around unnecessary more often than not. […]

3 years ago

Some inspiration just ahead of staycay szn. The Office of Public Works (OPW) have announced their top visitor attractions from 2022. OPW saw over 15 million visitors travel through their premises in 2022, an increase of 2.3m million from 2021. According to their website “the OPW manages and maintains the most important of Ireland’s historic […]

3 years ago

Mean Girls, but it’s the 80s… and there’s murder. I will open this review with a very clear disclaimer – I already adore Heathers the Musical. This was my second time seeing it on stage at the Bord Gáis Theatre in as many years, and I think I will make it my mission to go […]

3 years ago

‘The chicken might be raw but he is definitely cooked’ A man has been caught on camera munching into raw chicken drumsticks after a trip to the supermarket. Whilst most of us might nip into the supermarket for a sandwich, some crisps or perhaps a sweet treat if we fancied a quick snack, this guy […]

3 years ago

Some essential info for frequent Luas takers. A little public service announcement for anyone planning to travel by Luas over the bank holiday weekend. The Green Line will be temporarily closed between Beechwood and Stephen’s Green on Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th, and Monday 1st. According to the Luas website: “This work is essential to the […]

3 years ago

I will need to take out a small loan for the first spot. Unless you are an under-a-rock dweller, Patrick Star style, you will be acquainted with Chat GPT. A site that basically answers any question you may have in seconds, giving everything from life advice to writing code, it has captured our attention in […]

3 years ago

Nice to leave a festival feeling more well than when you arrived. WellFest is back for another year of celebrating health and wellness, with everything from classes, inspirational speakers, and cooking demos to get stuck into. You can expect to see some of Ireland’s leading fitness and wellness influencers, including Roz Purcell, Niamh Cullen, Blindboy, […]

3 years ago

Huge losses for the Dublin hospitality scene. While there’s been a steady stream of new restaurant and cafés opening up in Dublin, unfortunately the same can be said of closures. In 2023 alone we’ve seen the closure of over a dozen Dublin restaurants and coffee trailers, with the main culprits being staff shortages, price increases […]

3 years ago

Something to consider with wedding season just around the corner. Have you got to that age when all of your friends decided to grow up and get married? Me too. There’s an event on every other weekend and I don’t fancy spending all of my wages on a dress that’ll be shoved in the back […]

3 years ago

Big news for all the sporty spices out there. The first Decathlon, based in Ballymun, entered the retail space at a somewhat perfect time for them in 2020. Everyone was stuck at home, exercising and getting outdoors was one of the few things we were allowed to do without breaking lockdown restrictions, and Decathlon was […]

3 years ago

No good deed goes unpunished as they say. An influencer’s attempt to do something nice and pay for a stranger’s food shop backfired and left her in tears. Amelia Goldsmith, from London, has gone viral for a video she posted on TikTok attempting to do a good deed at Sainsbury’s by setting the bill at […]

3 years ago

Just in time for the summer season. We’re naturally always looking for new activities to get up to in Dublin, so the announcement of a new zip-line course in the Dublin Mountains is welcome news indeed. The new zip trail at Zipit Forest Adventures at Tibradden includes twelve new ziplines, stretching over 500 metres, and […]

3 years ago

Mark O’Rowe’s version of Ghosts delivers metaphorical gut-punches to its audience. The Abbey Theatre is absolutely buzzing with people on the opening night of Ibsen’s Ghosts, rewritten and directed by playwright Mark O’Rowe, who helped co-write the TV adaptation of Sally Rooney’s Normal People. The play stars well-versed actors such as Cathy Belton, who has […]

3 years ago

It’s giving serious Joey Tribbiani vibes. An airline passenger went to extremes to not have to pay an excess baggage charge by putting on kilos of clothing. Gel Rodriguez, from the Philippines, decided to wear 2.5 kg of clothing after her carry-on luggage exceeded the maximum weight of seven kilos. She had been informed by […]

3 years ago

The play’s name will remain the same despite Vardy’s recent trademark of the phrase. Rebekah Vardy recently trademarked the iconic phrase, “Wagatha Christie” months after losing her high profile libel case against Coleen Rooney. Vardy brought the case to court suing Coleen Rooney after she accused Vardy of leaking private information about her to a British newspaper. The trial […]

3 years ago

Don’t put away those coats just yet. We all got a bit carried away with ourselves last week as we were blessed with some sunny spells and warm Irish weather throughout the week. However, Met Éireann are issuing us with a harsh reality check as a cold snap is on the way. The forecaster has released its national forecast for the […]

3 years ago

This could just be your new obsession. While perusing through South King Street, as I often do on the way to some of my favourite spots, such as Bambino, PMACs, and MASA, I recently spotted the brand purple branding of a new café, All Rosey. This new café is based opposite the Luke Kelly statue, […]

3 years ago

Swapping that something blue for somewhere green. Ahead of Earth Day on April 22nd, brides and grooms to be may want to look into sustainable wedding venue options for their big day. Wedding website SaveMyDay has found the eight most sustainable options in Ireland, two of which happen to be in Dublin for those who […]

3 years ago

“It was never the intention.” The Happy Pear have issued an apology after a guest on their podcast “irresponsibly” linked antibiotics to depression. Issuing a post to their Instagram page, the brothers shared a clip of a podcast interview with American physician Dr Zach Bush. Dr Bush stated during the episode: “One course of antibiotics, […]

3 years ago

It’s ice-cream season for everyone. Ice-cream szn is here (sort of) but it can be a tricky one to navigate for vegans, or people who can’t have dairy. As someone with many dairy-free or vegan pals, I know how hard it can be to find a spot that does vegan ice-cream in Dublin. As such […]

3 years ago

Cheers to that. Summer is fast approaching next month, and it’s looking to be a great few weeks for Dublin events. From Thursday 4th to Saturday 6th May, a world class cocktail festival is landing in Ireland for the first time, taking place at cult favourite restaurants and bars across the country. This festival is […]

3 years ago

A unique and exciting opportunity for artists. We’ve only just welcomed the longer evenings, but preparations for Christmas 2023 are already well underway it would seem. Dublin City Council have called out for artists looking to have their work projected during their annual Winter Lights festival. For the upcoming festivities, the company working on Dublin […]

3 years ago

Sure, there’s no better place for it. In the two years they’ve been operating in Dalkey, Bubbas restaurant has quickly become hugely popular, for their fresh fish offering, as well as their participation in Dalkey’s annual lobster festival. Now they’ve expanded, setting their sights on a new seaside location a little further south. As of […]

3 years ago

And the line-up is nothing short of class. After experiencing the hype and joy that was the Mother Cultúr Club night over Paddy’s Weekend at the National Museum, we are beyond buzzing for the return of their Pride Block Party. Mother announced their full line-up of acts this morning (Wednesday 19th) that will be helping […]

3 years ago

Calling all budding artists. One of the best things about Dublin is the street art, and that includes the painted boxes that are dotted around the city. Once again, Dublin is in need of a new lick of paint for summer 2023, and Dublin Canvas currently have a callout for artists to assist them in […]

3 years ago

Some serious lunch inspiration incoming. There’s an authentic Jewish deli open in Rathmines doing delicious kosher lunch food and coffee. Deli 613 initially launched in March but were closed for a few weeks during Passover. They reopened officially on Monday April 17th. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deli613 (@deli613dublin) […]

3 years ago

This news comes 16 months after Coppinger Row closed its doors on South William Street. Coppinger Row’s departure from the Dublin hospitality scene was devastating at the end of 2021. Since then they have welcomed the hugely successful Orwell Road in Rathgar, and there’s been rumours that the beloved restaurant could be getting their lease […]

3 years ago

Wait for it… It’s official, after sharing a sneak peek at the announcement yesterday, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre has confirmed that Hamilton is hitting the Dublin stage. The hit musical follows the life of founding father Alexander Hamilton through hip-hop and RnB and tells the story through the eyes of people of colour. The […]

3 years ago

“We believe in leaving on a high.” Pasta lovers will be devastated to hear that one of the best Italian restaurants in Bray, Ripasso, is closing at the end of May. Ripasso opened in August 2019 as a fine dining restaurant based in the heart of Bray on Albert Avenue. Their menu is authentically Italian, […]

3 years ago

The report found there was inadequate pest control on-site. Dublin 1 takeaway, Johnson Best Food African Takeaway in Summerhill, was served a closure order on March 13th on the discovery of a “live cockroach infestation” in their kitchen. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Johnson Bestfood (@johnsonbestfood) According to the […]

3 years ago

An accidental cheat code… Sunday’s Great Ireland 10km Run took place in Phoenix Park on Sunday 16th April, but left runners fuming as the race ended up only covering an 8.5km distance following a misdirection. The results were made null and void in light of this, and there was no prize-giving following the race. National […]

3 years ago

At long last, ice ice coffee season has returned to Dublin. The days of coats and scarves are over (at least we hope they are because we’ve already vacuum packed ours away, Vogue Williams style) and the only beverage suitable for this recent bout of sunshine is an iced coffee. While some cafés are yet […]

3 years ago

A souvenir to round off his unforgettable visit to Ireland. Biden finishes the last of his Irish visit in County Mayo today, after spending Thursday in Dublin, Wednesday in Louth, and Tuesday in Belfast. There has been many a comical moment, from a Black and Tans slip, to a deli stopover, to overly polite quips […]

3 years ago

He hopes it will spur the council into action A teenager has made a point to his local council about the state of his town’s roads by using potholes to make a crazy golf course. Ben Thornbury, 18, had the idea after reading about locals’ frustrations on Facebook. So he decided to mock up a […]

3 years ago

A seaside spa break for pooches. Anyone who knows the joy of having a dog also knows the woes of making sure that dog stays clean. Having a puppy nephew myself, I know that rolling around in grass (and often in other animals’ faeces for good measure) is a common occurrence, and that doesn’t even […]

3 years ago

“And that’s a wrap.” Catalyst Coffee have closed the shutter for the last time on their original spot on 23 Florence Road in Bray. The seaside coffee spot has become hugely popular since it first opened in June 2019, serving Imbibe coffee as well as juices, oats, baked goods, sausage rolls, and toasties. View […]

3 years ago

“We are actively on the lookout for a new location.” Ashbourne Retail Park are saying goodbye to The Little Bean coffee container ahead of welcoming a new business. The drive-thru coffee spot took to Instagram to share the news with their followers. “Our time in Ashbourne Retail Park is coming to an end. The 26th […]

3 years ago

What will pair with our post-work pints now? Sad news for those who frequent The Fourth Corner – their Eddie Rockets-esque food offering Bolt Burger has finished up their 18 month stint in the Dublin 8 pub. While often times the food in pubs can leave you wanting, the American style burgers, fries, and tenders […]

3 years ago

Allow yourself plenty of time to get around tomorrow. US President Joe Biden is currently visiting Ireland on a four-day trip, which has naturally caused some traffic disruption and road closures. The Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo are both closed from 5pm on April 12th until 5pm on April 13th, at the request of An […]

3 years ago

They have also issued fresh advice for people travelling through Dublin Airport during the US President’s visit. An Garda Síochána has released information regarding traffic restrictions in certain parts of Ireland this week due to US President Joe Biden’s visit to the country. Last week, The White House confirmed that Biden will visit the island of Ireland […]

3 years ago

Henry Street is on the up, and the long-awaited recovery of retail in Dublin 1 is well and truly underway Shuttered shop fronts, and red-lettered ‘to let’ signs have unfortunately become a fixture of our main shopping streets, none more so than once our busiest of thoroughfares. While attention has been cast on Grafton […]

3 years ago

No excuse for letting that Easter chocolate go to waste. If you find yourself with a bit of this, bit of that after spending hours devouring chocolate on Easter Sunday, and you can’t imagine eating anymore as is, then this is the recipe for you. Not only is it insanely delicious, it’s pretty much idiot […]

3 years ago

Hurray for the extra long weekend. If you’re lucky enough to have Good Friday off work, then you’re about to have a for day work week, and if you’re wondering how you’ll possibly fill the time, then you have come to the right place. Whether you’re looking for an Easter trail, a sober night club, […]

3 years ago

The baths have been criticised for their lack of accessibility. Following complaints of the lack of accessibility, a temporary lift is being installed at the Dún Laoghaire Baths until a more permanent solution can be found. According to The Journal: “A report was delivered to the council last night at a meeting, which said that a […]

3 years ago

Looking to wake up feeling fresh this Easter Sunday? Listen up. If you’re off the sauce currently, permanently or just on a temporary basis, you may be interested in this sober rave that’s taking place in Dublin city centre over the weekend. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Complex […]

3 years ago

Ask and ye shall receive. Last month Busted confirmed their return to the stage for what was a 15-show tour to accompany their brand new album for their 20 year anniversary. After a scope of the different cities they were heading to, we couldn’t help but notice a lack of Irish gigs, and neither could […]

3 years ago

PSA for frequent Bull Island visitors. A new visitor management scheme is set to come into effect on Bull Island at the end of the month, which requires dogs to stay on leads, and parts of the island to be closed off to the public. This is an effort to conserve the island’s wildlife and […]

3 years ago

Just in time for the extra long weekend. If you’re looking for a way to kick off the banker, then this new Lucan bar is likely the answer to your prayers. Residence Bar is joining the Lucan Main Street, down the stairs from beloved Italian restaurant Sabatini, and it’s got cocktails and karaoke on offer. […]

3 years ago