Best hot chocolate in Dublin. Bet your ears perked up at that one, didn’t they? If you’re on the hunt for a good hot cup of cocoa, then read on as I’ve rounded up some of my top picks. Hot chocolate season is probably one of my most favourite seasons of all. A warm hug […]

11 months ago

Once upon a time, matcha was a niche import for Japanophiles who owned swords and anime body pillows. Now it’s the emotional support beverage of choice for every Pilates-Ars*d, Sad Girl Lit-reading, Stanley Cup-hoarding, health-optimised submissive in Dublin. Us included. Is it the colour? The health benefits? The aesthetic? The way it makes you feel […]

1 year ago

Coffee culture in Dublin has flourished in the last few years We’ve come a long way from suffering through bitter astringent coffees from coffee chains that will remain nameless. The number of incredible indie coffee shops that have appeared in the last few years is nothing short of incredible, but it’s abundantly clear that Dubliners […]

3 years ago

The New Year is a time of reflection, and the Lovin team is reflecting on our fave coffee spots. Ever wondered what the top cafés are to the Lovin Dublin team? We have put together a little list of our absolute fave coffee spots in Dublin, our absolute go-tos. This was not an easy […]

4 years ago

It’s sure to be tea-riffic. While coffee has become hugely popular in Ireland in recent times (with Dublin even ranking as the coffee capital of Europe), it’s tea and tea alone that is the fixer of all our woes. Used to mark good times, bad times, catch-ups, breakdowns and everything in between; tea is always there […]

4 years ago

Can you think of a more pleasant way to spend a Saturday afternoon? I personally cannot. As Irish people, tea is an intrinsic part of all of our identities. It’s our strength when we’re feeling weak, it’s our voice when we cannot speak. As cultural icon Gemma Collins once said – ‘”Can I make you […]

5 years ago

Planning your Christmas catch-up? Here are eight delicious and unique places to go for food, coffee and a Christmas tipple this year. With certain restrictions lifted and the festive season in full swing, the fine folk of Dublin are making the most of it. Between wholesome brunch, delicious dinner and of course, Christmas tipples, Dublin […]

6 years ago

Best hot chocolate in Dublin. Bet your ears perked up at that one, didn’t they? If you’re on the hunt for a good hot cup of cocoa, then read on as I’ve rounded up some of my top picks.  Hot chocolate season is probably one of my most favourite seasons of all. A warm hug […]

6 years ago

The ULTIMATE Dublin foodie bucket list is here… Writing a list like this is never going to be easy, not just for the sheer amount of time it took to put together (a very long time if you’re wondering) but because food is so subjective. I didn’t want somewhere like Patrick Guilbaud, the only restaurant […]

7 years ago

Dublin 7 has quickly become one of the coolest places to be. North West of the city centre, Dublin 7 is home to Smithfield, Stoneybatter, Arbour Hill, Broadstone, Cabra and Phibsborough. The historic horse and fruit market square in Smithfield has been regenerated in recent years making it a trendy spot for quirky coffee shops, […]

7 years ago

South William Street is one of the more popular Dublin thoroughfares – for a good reason. It’s home to the undeniably wonderful Tropical Popical, the delectable Dada, and some of the nicest coffee in town (looking at you, Frame and Clemente & Pekoe!) However the star of the show is undeniably Powerscourt Townhouse. It’s a […]

8 years ago

Work is mental, Christmas nights out have your head in bits and your still struggling over whether to get your dad socks or a scarf this year. It’s all go and yet we still have to find time to catch up with people before the year is out. Whether it’s best friends, family or college […]

8 years ago