The Christmas countdown is officially on, and what better way to celebrate than a trip to see Santa? The Royal Hospital Kilmainham, home to the Irish Museum of Modern Art, welcomes Santa this winter for the very first time to their gardens. It promises to be an exciting immersive and interactive experience for all that […]

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This event will take place both online and offline. The Dublin Book Festival (DBF) is back from Monday the 8th November to Monday the 15th November. The event has been running since 2006, and is much loved by the literary community in Ireland. While some events will still take place virtually, the DBF is delighted […]

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What better way is there to start the morning? Weekend mornings, or afternoons, whatever you fancy, are for pancakes. A big steaming plate of pancakes. Somehow all feels right with the world once you’ve finished a pile of delicious pancakes (unless you’re Sabrina the Teenage Witch if anyone remembers that particularly weird episode). If you’re […]

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Cheers to freakin’ weekend, I’ll drink to that! Happy weekend everyone. It’s that time again for our weekly round up of the cocktails you do not want to miss while you’re out in Dublin. Whether you’re pre-drinking for some big event, or just enjoying a tipple or two, these spots have got you covered. 1. […]

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Foodies, rejoice! It’s time for the weekend and our recommendations are here! Just a warning, there’s not a healthy dish in sight in this post. This is a treat yourself kind of list, and we make no apology for it! Sometimes you just do need to treat yourself, no questions asked. That’s the rule. 1. […]

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We will be making it our business to check this out ASAP! Our fave cannoli place has a brand new pop up shop and we are buzzing over it. Ciao Cannoli is now based on Coppinger Row and they open Tuesday to Sunday between 10am and 7pm. We are so excited for them seeing as […]

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Is there anything better on a Sunday than a big old roast? We think not. Hen’s Teeth is talking a big game saying this roast is better than your nan’s, so you’re going to have to check it out to see if that’s true. There’s options galore with spatchcock chicken and gravy, roast pork belly, […]

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That’s right folks, they’re back and we have a feeling they’re going to be better than ever! This weird little stretch between Halloween and Christmas is upon us (some people call it November) and it’s the best time to get organised for silly season. After last year, we’re all dying to get onto the dance […]

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The moment we’ve all been waiting for! This is fabulous news for fans of the former Ranelagh institution. Nick’s Coffee is back in their new Clanbrassil Street location this week, serving up some fantastic coffee for those who want a date with Dublin 8. They are currently working on a refurbished Ranelagh location just two […]

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We love a good sambo, so we do! National Sandwich Day is here, and we’re ready to celebrate. If you’re looking to pay homage to the almighty creation that is the sandwich, here’s where to do it! SI Cafés Multiple Locations We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again. You sometimes can’t beat and […]

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November seems like the perfect month to get involved in something like this. As many of you will know November, or Movember, is a month dedicated to discussing men’s issues, including physical and mental health. It’s all about encouraging men to speak up, and giving them a safe space to do so. With that in […]

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You don’t need to say goodbye just quite yet! Bushy Park Market took to Instagram to announce they’re sticking around for a bit longer. They will be back this Saturday, 6th November, and the following Saturday, 13th November before finishing up for the year. The market is known for its good food and live music, […]

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If you need a little something to help with your pumpkin spice withdrawals. We are officially pumpkined out. Pumpkin season is over, which means there’s a new seasonal drink in town. It’s an old favourite and not a too distant cousin of the PSL; say a warm welcome to the gingerbread latte! Warm and Toasty […]

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Now you don’t have to wait until February for Pancake Tuesday. Here at Lovin Dublin, we believe pancakes are a source of happiness. With the colder weather and shorter days, a stack of pancakes may not go amiss to provide some much needed serotonin. If you’re feeling a little low, this might just be the […]

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This place wasn’t kidding when they called themselves legit. If you’re an avid croissant consumer and (self-professed) connoisseur, then you’re always looking for the next big thing. Lately cafés have been taking their croissant game to the next level and we love to see it. Legit Coffee Co on Meath Street are one such café, […]

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They’re serious about zero waste, and are making moves to get there! Bread 41 tried to do this back in 2019, as we reported here, but due to Covid-19 had to stop. Now that we’re coming out of the pandemic, the café/bakery are back on track to reduce their waste to zero by April 2022. […]

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Want to contribute to a new gelato flavour? Of course you do! Cream of the Crop gelato are all about zero waste and making quirky new flavours. They know that after Halloween people are bound to have leftover pumpkins that could do with some use, and they have the perfect solution. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVlXXhZI6P2/?utm_medium=copy_link To reduce the […]

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You can never go wrong with spring rolls, and making them sweet seems like an amazing idea. Okay, we are a little bit obsessed with this concept. Beef & Lobster in Temple Bar have turned spring rolls into a dessert and it’s kind of genius. These sweet spring rolls consist of crispy fried cheesecake and […]

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And it even lands on Meatfree Monday – how iconic Whether you’re a long time vegan or not, today is the day to celebrate. If you do eat meat and dairy, why not try to swap them out for the day? These spots have some great vegan options for you to try out. Urbanity Location: […]

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Finding good vegetarian friendly food can be a struggle. Veggie dishes don’t need to be boring, or even overly complicated. These Dublin restaurants and cafés have some fabulous options for a hungry vegetarian over the weekend, and there’s not a salad in sight! Beans on toast, Baa Baa Café Location: Chapelizod Baa Baa Café bring […]

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Pumpkin carving is so last week! We’re glad we spotted this absolute masterpiece on Olivia Nash’s (@beingolivianash) Instagram page this morning. The Natural Bakery, which has several locations in Dublin, is carving skulls out of bread, and selling them for one day only on Saturday the 30th October. Looks a bit like the unbread… yes […]

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We’re not crying, you’re crying! Chapters in Dublin is not just a bookshop, it’s an institution. We were gutted to learn today that they will close their doors for good in 2022, after 40 long years in business. They are currently holding a huge clearance sale, which includes 2 for 1 on all stock except […]

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If you’re not sick of pumpkin season (and we aren’t, by the way) then you might want to add this to your list of things to try! We’ve had our fill of pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin cupcakes, pumpkin pies, pumpkin soup, pumpkin everything over the last month. It’s been a blast, and we’ll be sad […]

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Get over your Thursday blues with a little treat! Thursdays can be a bit of a struggle. You’re over halfway through the week, but it’s not Friday yet. Well, these treats might just give you that Friday feeling on a Thursday. Kinder Bueno Croissant, Póg Multiple Locations No matter what treat you enjoy in Póg, […]

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It’s Toastie Thursday Sandwiches are one of life’s simplest pleasures. It’s very easy to make a good sandwich; it’s much harder to make a great sandwich. These cafés and delis are making some great sambos for their customers, and we’re here to put you on to them! 1. The Mexicano Melt, Greenville Deli Location: Inchicore […]

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In dire need of a cinnamon bun? I mean, when are you not? Need something sweet today? For a little morning pick me up, we have compiled a list of places for you to enjoy a fresh (and delicious) cinnamon bun. 1. Bread 41 Location: Pearse Street It should be no surprise that the baking […]

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We pinot this is going to stunning! Neighbourhood Wine is celebrating their first birthday on Sunday, November 14th with a Pinot Festival. Not only will there be wine tasting galore, they’re also collaborating with Hang Dai on Camden Street to bring you some gorgeous food to accompany it. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVVtKReMH8-/?utm_medium=copy_link This is for all the wine […]

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Hot girl autumn is nearly over – time to ingest anything with the words pumpkin spice! Winter is fast approaching, and with its arrival, we’ll see the departure of pumpkin spice everything. These are officially the last days to soak up everything pumpkin spice, and if you’ve had your fill of the lattes, RóCo Café […]

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The tickets went on sale last week for this January event! Calling all Trad music lovers. Tradfest Temple Bar 2022 is going ahead from the 26th-30th January. There are multiple venues for this five day event, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Dublin Castle. Their website states: “We are back with a full programme of amazing […]

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You’ve got an extra day to try out these amazing foods The bank holiday weekend is finally here, and if you’re anything like us, you’ll be celebrating by eating your weight in food. There can be so many options, so we’ve compiled a little list to keep you on track. 1. Soup 2 Location: Smithfield […]

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I mean, can you beat having some eggs on toast for breakfast? See what we did there. Beat. As in, what you do with eggs to make them… anyway! The answer is actually yes, you can. At least, these breakfast spots know exactly how to elevate your egg game! 1. Urbanity Location: Smithfield This take […]

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Bank holidays are for trying new cocktails, am I right? I am, I am right. There’s no better time to try some new cocktails than when you have an extra day off work, an extra day to sleep in. We’re bringing you some of the very best on offer this weekend. Bottoms up! 1. New […]

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No, this isn’t quite a Kanye West Sunday Service, but it sounds good all the same! Happy Endings have chosen the perfect weekend to kick off their Sunday Service series. Their promise? Chicken, booze, and good times. Really, there’s not much more we can ask for in life. Starting the Bank Holiday Sunday, and continuing […]

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It’s been a long 20 months without clubs… it’s time to make up for lost time! Dublin is about to welcome a new club. While some sectors of society opened and closed during the pandemic depending on guidelines, clubs have not reopened since March 2020. For a city with such a love of nightlife and […]

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Looks like one of our favourite bakeries is in a bit of a pickle… Bread 41 is an elite spot for baked goods in Dublin – this we know for sure. However, what happens when you put two of their baked goods head to head in a battle for which one is better? https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQa2XFsrqu/ Bread […]

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There’s a reason sandwiches are Joey Tribbiani’s favourite food Does anything really fill that lunch time void like a good sambo? You can pretty much sandwich anything between two pieces of bread and it’s going to taste amazing. These Dublin cafés certainly take their creations seriously, and if you’re a sambo enthusiast like we are, […]

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Pop down for a slice… or four. Pala Pizza announced their arrival on Instagram two weeks ago. They are serving up pizza by the slice, perfect if you want to try a few different flavours. Currently their opening hours are Thursdays and Fridays 5-8pm, and Saturdays 3-8pm. Pala Pizza prides themselves on fresh quality bases, […]

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We cannot wait to get our caffeine fix from here! Nine weeks ago, Mint Coffee took to Instagram to announce the opening of a second location. The café makes her grand opening on Friday and we’re absolutely stoked about it. Mint Coffee also has a café on Stradbrook Road in Blackrock. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVOTBNUsTnG/?utm_medium=copy_link Known for their […]

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This burger sounds like a 10/10 Irish and Leinster rugby player James Lowe is now a brand ambassador for Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK). Three New Zealanders founded the chain of burger joints in 2001 and the restaurants maintain many of their kiwi roots. The idea for gourmet burgers and James Lowe both originally hailed from […]

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Roger. Roísin. Your time has finally come. The Back Page, known for giving out free pizzas to those with certain names each week, announced yesterday it was Rogers’ and Roísins’ turn. Running from the 18th-24th October, Rogers and Roísins may avail of free takeaway pizza as long as they bring along ID. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVLP-xiMqYO/ This news […]

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They’re here for a good time, not a long time, so pencil this into the diaries. The absolutely fabulous Studio Minti is back in November with another stunning pop up shop. The last pop up took place earlier in October in Dún Laoghaire, and now Studio Minti is gracing Fumbally Stables for one weekend only. […]

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Let’s be honest. No one ever said their favourite day was Tuesday. Sometimes, you’ve got to find a way to sweeten up your Tuesdays. Treats Tuesday is just the cure for it, and we’ve got the perfect round up of spots for you to visit. 1. Copper + Straw Location: Smithfield You can’t beat a […]

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There’s a whole lotta names out there so the more the merrier! Any chance for a free pizza is good enough for us. Pizza Truck has just announced that every Thursday they will call the names of those eligible for free pizza. And those are some good looking pizzas, so we hope our name gets […]

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October has been a great month for new openings, of brand new cafés, or new locations for some of our old favourites Here’s our round up of some of the best new spots you have to check out. We have a bit of everything, from coffee, to toasties, authentic Ethiopian food, to tapas. We never […]

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After 20 long months, 37 Dawson Street is back! Hospitality took a serious hit during the pandemic; the continued effects of this can still be seen today. 37 Dawson Street was one such restaurant affected, but today they announced their intention to reopen, and they’ve got some people to thank. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVDffA-M7Dd/?utm_medium=copy_link Since the beginning of […]

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The best weekends are full of trying new things, and food is what we know best Planning your weekend around what you’re going to eat is a great way to go about it. Nothing puts you in a better mood than a bellyful of delicious meals, and we’ve got just a few suggestions for you. […]

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As if we needed an occasion for dessert Still, it’s nice to have a designated day to celebrate the most important meal of the day. Whether you need something sweet after every meal, big or small, or you like to indulge occasionally, it’s time to make the most of it. Lemon Tart, Queen of Tarts […]

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Curry rolls. Curry. But in a roll. I mean, does it get any better than that? Just when you think you’ve seen it all, Dublin provides a new food invention. 147 Deli on Parnell Street are known for their creativity in the kitchen, particularly when it comes to sandwiches. Now they’re selling a chicken curry […]

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We know where we’re getting our morning cuppa Ciao Ciao Coffee Co first popped up in Dún Laoghaire Shopping Centre over a year ago. They’re known for their delicious coffee and baked goods, such as their unreal cannolis and crepes. They have also been spotted in Ballybrack, where they served up their delicious goods over […]

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Last updated Thurs 28th Oct, 2021 It’s that time of year again (the most elite time of year if you ask me). Perhaps one of the best parts of spooky season is the serving of Pumpkin Spice Lattes. They really are that one drink that just feels like a warm hug. They’re only available until […]

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