Working weekends and having your days off mid-week is a struggle. And adjusting to life where you don’t have easy access to brunch is even harder, seeing as most places reserve this beautiful ritual for Saturdays and Sundays. So I make it my mission to seek out those hidden gems that serve breakfasts/brunches during the week. […]

10 years ago

The first time I tried reformer pilates I felt awkward, uncomfortable and kind of life a fish out of water. The next day every muscle in my body was in agony – but the good kind. Muscles that I didn’t even knew existed were aching.  It wasn’t a bad experience, and definitely not enough to turn […]

10 years ago

There’s far more to working out these days than just hopping on a treadmill.  Nowadays your local gym will offer everything from spin and TRX to cross-fit – but even then, there is SO much more out there. Better craic, better workout? Yes please! And you’ll definitely get both with one of the following… 1. Rock climbing It ain’t as easy as it […]

10 years ago

Perched on the sixth and seventh floors of a building on Hanover Quay – this two bedroom penthouse is a dream come true.  Complete with a rooftop terrace right in the heart of Grand Canal Dock and some of the best views around, this gaff couldn’t be any more perfect.  Priced at €650,000, 21 Hanover Riverside […]

10 years ago

The pressure to look your absolute best as 2016 comes to an end is on.  This is your last chance to grab an end of year Instagram with your mates, look unreal in your Snapchat stories and shift your bae at midnight.  Your outfit is everything.  Here are 19 glam bits and bobs you can grab in Topshop […]

10 years ago

New Year’s Eve wreaks absolute HAVOC on Dublin every single year. And while most of us enjoy the madness, some of you might be in search of something a little different to escape the chaos in town… In that case it’s time to book a little last-min escape so you can escape but also still […]

10 years ago

It’s Friday night and you’re planning on turning yourself into a duvet burrito.  With NYE tomorrow night we all must take it easy and rest up in preparation for dancing the night away.  Go fourth, Netflix and chill.  1. Jim Jeffries: Freedumb  This Australian comedian really knows how to rub people the wrong way. His opinion on […]

10 years ago

Tomorrow night we bid farewell to one of the shittest years EVER – so we may as well do it in style.  But the ever-important-and-impossible question of where to spend New Year’s Eve remains… Struggling to choose a spot to ring in the new year and get a cheeky shift? Fear not – we’ve got […]

10 years ago

Kinder Bueno ANYTHING and I’m there.  Among my favourite hazelnut-based delicacies in Dublin are Gino’s Kinder Beuno gelato and Rocket’s Kinder Bueno milkshakes – both hunreal.  But one of Dublin’s best bars has raised the Kinder-bar and taken it to a whole other level.  With this insane desert to end all desserts.  P. Mac’s are now serving Kinder […]

10 years ago

Arnotts opened its doors to hundreds of eager bargain-hunters at 9 this morning.  And watch as they flood in in search of a few deals.  Mental.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arnotts Dublin (@arnottsdublin) on Dec 26, 2016 at 1:07am PST Our sincerest condolences to all retail workers on this dark, dark […]

10 years ago

A man was saved in a group effort by Dublin’s heroes yesterday.  Dublin Fire Brigade and Gardaí worked side by side in rescuing a man from The Liffey yesterday morning.  Gardaí helped the man stay afloat using a life buoy on Sir John Rogerson quay.  1 person taken from the #Liffey by our rescue boat. @GardaTraffic […]

10 years ago

Are you and your friends struggling to come up with some appropriately banter-filled St Stephen’s plans today? Well look no further my friends. Because the Bernard Shaw are back with their annual Father Ted Day. Hurrah.  There’ll be pizza, a few brews, a quiz and a prize for best dressed.  Chill, but fun.  See you later? READ NEXT: The 11 Best Irish […]

10 years ago

This is literally *breaking* news.  Storm Barbara is well and truly wreckin’ the gaff over at Facebook’s Dublin HQ where a window has become detached from the building and is dangling from its hinges in the wind.  A window just flew off the Facebook building #stormdamage #FacebookHQ #weather #StormBarbara #GrandCanal pic.twitter.com/9FZ696FwXT — Emily Savage (@SavageEmily) December […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 115g butter 100g Shamrock golden caster sugar 110g Shamrock light muscovado sugar One egg 190g Odlums Cream Plain Flour 1/2 teaspoon Odlums Bread Soda 140g white choc chips 120g dried cranberries What’s Christmas without cookies? Looking to impress your relatives this festive season? This delicious and simple recipe couldn’t be easier and combines two of […]

10 years ago

Did you go on a mad one last night and are now suffering seriously? Well fear not because one of these dirty takeaways will cure you. Just order, answer the door and take your delightful bag of heaven up to bed and eat it on your duvet. Everything is gonna be ok.  1. Garlic and […]

10 years ago

Did anyone else notice how beautiful and bright it was out there this morning? Dublin looked absolutely beautiful as we regained our bright, crips mornings. It made it infinitely easier to hop out of bed and embrace the day! To those who are enjoying their last day in work today, congratulations – we are so very jealous.  […]

10 years ago

Does the thought of traipsing into town to buy Christmas presents absolutely revolt you?  We don’t blame you. It’s a nightmare out there.  Fear not though, these seven gifts can be purchased from the comfort of your bed – easy peasy – and anyone would love ’em.  1. Spotify Premium  For the music lover in […]

10 years ago

Hunting for somewhere festive to go for pints in this week? Look no further.  Strawberry Hall pub in Chapelizod have gone ALL out this festive with a stunning, excessive overload of kitsch-y Christmas decorations.  Just looking at them makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside.  Take a look:  Thanks Ciara Cummins for sending these pics our way and for […]

10 years ago

*Donut. Sleep. Rave. Repeat.* Aungier Danger have unveiled their latest creation.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aungier Danger (@aungierdanger) on Dec 20, 2016 at 2:11am PST View this post on Instagram A post shared by Niall Redmond (@djniallredmond) on Dec 20, 2016 at 3:36am PST View this post on Instagram A […]

10 years ago

Throughout the festive season, we’re giving away fantastic prizes every single day as part of our Lovin Advent giveaway. Christmas can be an expensive time. So we squeal with glee upon receival of any vouchers throughout the festive period. So obvo this would be our dream prize! COSMO offers a dining experience that brings together […]

10 years ago

Over 100,000 people are expected to trek to Phoenix Park this weekend for the 10th birthday of the wonderful Bloom festival. There’s nothing funnier than the snippets of conversations you hear as you’re weaving, and pushing your way through the throngs. And honestly, the characters you meet at Bloom are exceptional. Great vibes.  “But I wanted to see Marty. Marty […]

10 years ago

We wanted it. We needed it. We prayed for it. And today, all our prayers have been answered: the avocado emoji is finally coming.  And it can be used to answer every question ever. Seriously. Anything. “Can I get you anything from the shop?” “How was last night?” “Who’s yer wan?” Which is all great if you’re […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 100g butter 3 garlic cloves 1 lemon Fresh coriander Fresh thyme 4 pork chops Salt Pepper Nothin’ beats a BBQ on a hot summer’s day, and pork chops are the perrrrrfect thing to serve up and impress your guests with. These guys couldn’t be easier to prepare – should take less than five mins to get […]

10 years ago

We all need a detox from time to time. Whether it comes after a Christmas of eating shite, or a long weekend of drinking and rollovers, we all have those times where we feel just… ugh. Well, believe it or not, so does Dublin’s Grand Canal. There’s been many a sesh on the canal of late and sometimes people, um, forget […]

10 years ago

We’ve been dying to tell ye about this. ‘Taste of Beer’ is next week and we’ve got the suss on the food, the drink and all the happenings. Ever since The Open Gate Brewery opened to the public in December we’ve been fascinated by the place, and all the secrets running through their brewing pipes. And thanks to our pals […]

10 years ago

Oh, hey sailor.  If you’ve been down around the quays over the past few days, you’ve probably noticed the massive tall ship that’s been dwarfing everything around it. It’s called The Eagle, and its crew has been sailing for 20 days from the Coastguard Academy over in Connecticut – taking in high drama on the high seas, on a craft […]

10 years ago

Probably one of the most unique bars to hit Dublin in a while, Bar Rua wants to treat you and three friends to a memorable evening in their modern Irish bar. YES.  Delicious, traditional Irish food paired with the finest Irish craft beers around? I can’t think of a better combo! These guys have created something really special at Bar Rua so if […]

10 years ago

The fabulous San Lorenzo’s are offering one lucky fecker a €150 voucher to spend in their beaut NYC inspired Italian restaurant on South Great George’s Street! Nothing says summer like being broke AF so this is the ideaaaal prize. Honestly, if I were you I’d spend the whole thing myself. Buuuut if you wanna be sound, you could bring a […]

10 years ago

Fancy something to close the week in style?  How about treating nine of your nearest and dearest to a unique casual dining experience at My Thai‘s slick venue in The Beacon Hotel? Complete with in-house DJ this place is the perfect spot to catch up over thai BBQ and drinks. The Crystal Bar will serve up some to-die-for cocktails on arrival for […]

10 years ago

Guess what! You and a lucky friend could be heading along to The Open Gate Brewery on June 8 for an exclusive food and drink experience, Taste of Beer. This is a fringe event to celebrate The Open Gate Brewery’s partnership with Taste of Dublin. The entire evening is inspired by experimental beers created in the brewery, where Guinness […]

10 years ago

Think you deserve a break? Then this comp was made for you… The full prize consists of an overnight stay AND a €50 Clayton Hotels Gift Card to spend while you’re there!  With 13 wonderful Clayton Hotels across Ireland and the UK, you’ll find it hard to choose just one to stay in. You could opt for a ‘staycation’ […]

10 years ago

Nothing beats tapas with friends – especially when it’s free!  The lovely No. 5 Vinoteca in Dublin city centre are offering you and three mates a night to remember in their stunning venue… The lucky winner can choose between sharing a bottle of wine or four cocktails with their lucky friends. All to be enjoyed in their cosy heated secret […]

10 years ago

Land ahoooooy!  Dublin Port Riverfest is coming, and it sounds terrific.  Picture this: a Beatles tribute band playing Here Comes The Sun along the quays, food stalls as far as your eye can see, water sports, and the sun absolutely splitting the rocks. Good vibes, no? This is all happening along the North Wall Quay (from Jeannie Johnston’s ship out to the 3 Arena), on the […]

10 years ago

Did you cancel your Netflix subscription at the first hint of sunshine last week? SAME. But fear not, because there are some kick ass movie screenings on this month that you can enjoy while letting your inner social butterfly spread his or her wings! Kick back and chill in Merrion Square at the outdoor cinema or head […]

10 years ago

Love doughnuts?  Love shopping?  Consider yourself a bit of a sesh-ledge? This event was made for you then… The Dublin Rave Market returns this weekend for its third year with banging tunes, deadly clothes and the newest addition – the Dublin Doughnut Festival. So whether you’re looking for some new threads, some grub or a bit of a […]

10 years ago

You’ve heard about the Titanic Museum, and the Black Cab Tours, and the Odyssey Arena. And so on and so forth. So let’s leave the obvious candidates to one side and – from the more off-the-beaten track suggestions, to the best places to eat and drink – check out this selection of 17 damn good reasons to head North. 1. Five […]

10 years ago

So, it’s National Doughnut Week – a celebration of one of life’s gifts that some say is better than Christmas, Easter and St Patrick’s Day combined. Naturally, we would have to agree; these sweetie goods have become the food craze of 2015 for a very good reason. Here are seven Dublin doughnuts that you absolutely need […]

10 years ago

Major construction to the Luas Red Line kicked off on May 21 – and it, in turn, is going to cause some changes for the following weeks. So if you’re a regular on that line, you may want to take note of a few things… All stops from Abbey Street to The Point are closed These stops include Abbey Street, Busáras, Connolly, George’s […]

10 years ago

In the words of Eamon Dunphy: What goes around, comes around… baby. We’ve hunted high and low to find the best places to watch today’s historic match against France. Kicking off at 2pm, it’s going to be a heart-clenching, eye-watering 90 minutes (or more). So you might as well be comfortable for it… COME ON YOU BOYS IN GREEN! 1. The Sugar Club […]

10 years ago

Pride is taking over the streets of Dublin right now in the most wonderful way possible. The people, the atmosphere, the colours and vibes – it just doesn’t get better than this. So we went out to speak to some of those taking part, to ask what Pride means to them.  ‘It’s a day to celebrate being different and what […]

10 years ago

In wake of yesterday’s referendum Ryanair has announced what could be its funniest sale ever.  There are one million seats up for grabs from as little as €9.99 – from Edinburgh and Eindhoven to Paris and Oslo.  The sale is going on until midnight on Sunday. Delirah. But “just like the Brits, they’ll be gone soon”. Perhaps the only good thing […]

10 years ago

Our friends at The Westin are offering you and three friends a seriously cool evening. Every Friday, from 10pm until late, The Mint Bar host the glamorous ‘Cool as a Cucumber’ – think carbonated gin cocktails, delish finger food and soulful beats. All in the very heart of the city. So they’re offering you and three friends […]

10 years ago

This Sunday Xico are hosting the Mexican brunch we’ve all been waiting for… Munch. And they’re offering you and seven mates the chance to win a table filled with delish food and drinks while you watch the match on their massive screens. Score. Doors for their Match Day Madness open at 1pm and you’ll be greeted on arrival with complimentary margaritas – to ease the nerves.  […]

10 years ago

Dairygold recently asked the nation how they spend their time and what they’d do with an extra minute.  The results are pretty interesting, jsut take a look at this heartwarming video: The research found that Irish people spend roughly 40 minutes per day complimenting others? Oh, wudya stop, you’re too good.  Meanwhile, we apparently spend two whole hours relaxing – while it certainly doesn’t feel […]

10 years ago

Galway’s fave bar are offering one lucky, lucky winner the perfect weekend away in the West. An Púcan are celebrating their 2nd birthday this July 8th with a secret gig from one of Ireland’s best bands. To celebrate they’re offering a deadly prize – a whiskey tasting and meal-for-two with cocktails in An Púcan as well as […]

10 years ago

This could be the best one yet. Our friends at The Morgan Hotel are offering one lucky winner a night to remember at their Pop-Up Penthouse Rooftop Bar. This unreal prize includes delicious tapas, beaut cocktails and an entire bottle of Grey Goose Vodka, for you and five mates. Very fancy indeed! The Morgan’s Penthouse Rooftop Bar is […]

10 years ago

It’s nearing that time of the evening again… The time when we arm ourselves with beers and burgers in preparation for another emotional rollercoaster. So if you’re heading out for a few scoops or a bite to eat ahead of the match later, here are some good deals to avail of. Ireland vs Italy – let’s do this! […]

10 years ago

I feel like everyone has dabbled in retail at least once in their lives. Whether it’s your full-time job right now, a part-time job you had when you were 16 or something you tried once on a J1 – we’ve all done it. It’s trying, taxing and can be a fucking nightmare, but at the end […]

10 years ago

Wanna win the best evening of your entire existence?  Yup, we thought so.  Listen up.  The Open Gate Brewery are offering an exclusive early access experience to the Brewery for six people with a meet and greet with one of the actual brewers. But that’s not all. Yup you will then get your own private beer tasting session […]

10 years ago

We previewed some gorgeous cheeses and macaroons at The Open Gate Brewery’s ‘Taste of Beer’ event last week in the run up to Taste of Dublin, and we are seriously excited to have some more. Taste is running this weekend at the Iveagh Gardens from June 16 to 19, and The Little Milk Company and The Natural Bakery will be there all weekend long, serving […]

10 years ago