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  • Coffee-Lovers Need To Check Out This Deadly Dublin Workshop

    Coffee-Lovers Need To Check Out This Deadly Dublin Workshop

    Whether you’re just a self-confessed coffee addict or an aspiring/experienced barista – this could be of interest to you… If you’ve ever visited The Fat Fox on Camden Row and stopped for a chat – then you’ve probably had your ears burned off you (in a good way) about coffee by the lovely Jack Gaughran.  […]

    9 years ago

  • Dublin Fire Brigade Helped Deliver A Miracle Baby In A Car Park Yesterday

    Dublin Fire Brigade Helped Deliver A Miracle Baby In A Car Park Yesterday

    Dublin Fire Brigade back at it again with another newborn baby.  This time in quite an unusual and unsuspected spot.  Fire crews from Kilbarrack station helped deliver a baby boy in a car park on the Malahide Road yesterday evening.  He just couldn’t wait to enter the world, literally.  A miracle baby! Our fire crew […]

    9 years ago

  • WTF – A Beer Yoga Event Took Place In Dublin Last Night

    WTF – A Beer Yoga Event Took Place In Dublin Last Night

    Let’s be real.  Yoga can be a lil boring.  Sure, it’s great for switching off, relaxing, finding inner peace, increases flexibility and mobility.  But there’s been something missing from every yoga session we’ve ever done and we didn’t really realise what it was… until we saw this pictures all over social media this morning.  It’s […]

    9 years ago

  • Dockland Workers Will Be Delighted By What Will Soon Open In Their Neck Of The Woods

    Dockland Workers Will Be Delighted By What Will Soon Open In Their Neck Of The Woods

    Boojum is slowly but surely taking over our city one postcode at a time.  Their latest branch was a welcome addition to our lunch time choices down on Mespil Road along Grand Canal.  But yet another new Boojum has been spotted under construction in Dublin – this time in Grand Canal Dock.  Burrito-lovers working and […]

    9 years ago

  • One Of Dublin’s Best Restaurants Is Now Available On Deliveroo

    One Of Dublin’s Best Restaurants Is Now Available On Deliveroo

    Deliveroo is already the death of us.  We use it wayyyy too much, especially since they’ve free delivery on some restaurants for the month of August. And their latest addition means empty bank accounts will now be the norm.  Hang Dai is officially available from the food-delivery service so that you can enjoy fancier and […]

    9 years ago

  • BREAKING: Man And Woman Seriously Injured In North Dublin Housing Estate Shooting

    BREAKING: Man And Woman Seriously Injured In North Dublin Housing Estate Shooting

    A man and woman have been seriously injured in a shooting in North Dublin this afternoon.  The incident took place at approximately 4pm in Balbutcher Drive housing estate in Ballymun.  Gardaí and The Armed Response Unit attended the scene, Journal.ie reports.  Gardaí have confirmed the incident and are investigating.  READ NEXT: ESB Has Warned Of Power Outages […]

    9 years ago

  • Beyond These Familiar South Dublin Gates Lies A Monster Of A House

    Beyond These Familiar South Dublin Gates Lies A Monster Of A House

    We’ve got a pretty unique (and expensive) one here for you today.  Harlech House in Goatstown was built in 1798 and redesigned in 1993, and anyone whose ever passed by its unusual, intricate and shiny silver gates will probably recognise it.  While the exterior of most houses is usually a solitary colour all-round, what you […]

    9 years ago

  • A Huge Raft Race Is Taking Place In Grand Canal Dock For A Great Cause

    A Huge Raft Race Is Taking Place In Grand Canal Dock For A Great Cause

    If you’re gazing out the office window at the sunshine today and longing for some fun in the sun then look no further.  Homeless charity, Depaul, is hosting its annual Raft Race in Grand Canal Dock on Saturday, September 16.  Leaving suits and ties behind, 30 corporate teams will be taking to the water, powering their […]

    9 years ago

  • 5 Places To Grab Some Serious Munch In Dublin For Lunch Today

    5 Places To Grab Some Serious Munch In Dublin For Lunch Today

    Lunch hours diminish pretty quickly if you end up wandering around aimlessly, wondering what to eat.  So we’re making all the decisions for you today by telling you where you can grab some tasty lunch.  Here are five places to hit up for a feed today: 1. Musashi Choose from the new Hogan Place location, […]

    9 years ago

  • PICS: Could This Sign Spotted At Dublin Horse Show Mean That The Boom Is Back?

    PICS: Could This Sign Spotted At Dublin Horse Show Mean That The Boom Is Back?

    Serious Celtic Tiger vibes in the last month with the Galway Races and now Dublin Horse Show in full swing.  Expensive outings, one would imagine, from food and drinks to hitting the town after.  But this is taking the luxurious glitz and glamour of the whole thing a step too far.  Hotdogs for €12 and […]

    9 years ago

  • Anti-Racism Campaign Launched On Dublin Public Transport

    Anti-Racism Campaign Launched On Dublin Public Transport

    Dublin’s bus, tram and train companies are uniting for a new anti-racism campaign over the next two weeks in collaboration with the Immigrant Council of Ireland, Dublin City Council and Transport for Ireland.  More than one thousand posters with the message “we’re all made of the same stuff” will appear on public transport and in taxis […]

    9 years ago

  • We Are Head Over Heels Obsessed With This Very Different Bray Restaurant

    We Are Head Over Heels Obsessed With This Very Different Bray Restaurant

    *Disclaimer: the following images could lead to copious drooling, dizziness and severe hunger pangs.* Proceed at your own risk.  From the people behind Box Burger, Platform Pizza and Pow Bao – we bring you…  Fish Bar *Cat not included.  Located in the beloved Harbour Bar in Bray, Fish Bar opened back in February and has […]

    9 years ago

  • WATCH: Imagine Waking In The Middle Of The Night To This Outside Your Gaff

    WATCH: Imagine Waking In The Middle Of The Night To This Outside Your Gaff

    We’ve seen a lot of things on the streets of Dublin in our time.  But on a scale from weird to f*cking bizarre – this tops them all.  Imagine being at home, late at night and looking out your window to see THIS on the street like Lovin Dublin’s Katie Hughes did:  A member of the […]

    9 years ago

  • WATCH: Could This Be The Cutest Marriage Proposal To Ever Happen In Dublin?

    WATCH: Could This Be The Cutest Marriage Proposal To Ever Happen In Dublin?

    We’re suckers for a good proposal video and can often be found hunched over our laptops, tears dripping on the keyboard, sobbing.  So when we spotted this super cute video taken today in Dogs Trust’s Rehoming Centre in Finglas, well you can just imagine what kind of state we were in.  A year and a […]

    9 years ago

  • PICS: This Hidden Artsy Baggot Street Gaff Is Dream City Centre Living

    PICS: This Hidden Artsy Baggot Street Gaff Is Dream City Centre Living

    Time for your daily dose of property porn folks.  Described as a “magnificent pied-a-terre”, you can find this delightful gaff just off Baggot Street Upper on St Marys Road near the stunning Dylan Hotel.  It has two bedrooms and one bathroom over two floors and is enclosed in a secure private courtyard with off-street parking […]

    9 years ago

  • PIC: This Hilariously Irish Sign Was Spotted In A Club In Temple Bar

    PIC: This Hilariously Irish Sign Was Spotted In A Club In Temple Bar

    Taking your debit/credit card on a night out is always detrimental.  And while we always try to take a certain amount of cash out with us and try not to overspend… if you have your card up in da club, it’s always gonna end badly.  Luckily for those visiting Mother in Temple Bar recently, the […]

    9 years ago

  • Suspicious Device Found Near Dublin Housing Estate Last Night

    Suspicious Device Found Near Dublin Housing Estate Last Night

    Gardaí and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit attended the scene of a suspicious device discovered in Dublin last night.  Residents in the area of Lambourn, Clonsilla were alerted of a potential evacuation after the device was discovered near the Royal Canal. A Garda spokesperson told Dublin Live that someone spotted the device beside the canal while out walking.  […]

    9 years ago

  • Prisoner Talked Down From Mountjoy Rooftop

    Prisoner Talked Down From Mountjoy Rooftop

    A prisoner was talked down from the rooftop of Mounjoy Prison yesterday.  It is believed the prisoner gained access to the roof at around 3pm, causing the prison to go on lockdown.  Negotiators worked with the prison to talk the man down safely, a prison service spokesman has said.  Less than 600 men are currently […]

    9 years ago

  • PIC: A ‘Celtic Phoenix’ Cocktail Is Now Being Served In Dublin

    PIC: A ‘Celtic Phoenix’ Cocktail Is Now Being Served In Dublin

    About time… A ‘Celtic Phoenix’ cocktail is now being served in Dublin proving that the boom is probably back. With house prices rising faster than an estate agent can say Mullingar is the gateway to Dublin, Platform 61 on South William Street have crafted this delish drink incorporating their superb sense of humour with some well-needed […]

    9 years ago

  • PICS: Dublin’s New Disney Mural Has Been Completed And It Looks Amazing

    PICS: Dublin’s New Disney Mural Has Been Completed And It Looks Amazing

    South Leinster Street in Dublin 2 has gained some magic this week – in the form of a new Disney mural down the side of Mexican restaurant, Mama’s Revenge.  A few days ago it looked like this:  And it now looks like this:  It’s the European theme park’s 25th anniversary this year, and to mark […]

    9 years ago

  • The Great Gatsby Party Of Our Dreams Is Taking Place In Dublin Tonight

    The Great Gatsby Party Of Our Dreams Is Taking Place In Dublin Tonight

    A little party never killed nobody… One of Europe’s biggest vintage celebrations is coming to Dublin so get ready to pop that bottle ‘o’ bubbly and adjust your braces, old sport! The wonderful Film Fatale’s Prohibition is returning on August 12 with the annual 1920s summer party, Gatsby’s Mansion, at the glorious gardens and great hall of […]

    9 years ago

  • The Rolling Donut Is Set To Open In A Dublin Shopping Centre This Weekend

    The Rolling Donut Is Set To Open In A Dublin Shopping Centre This Weekend

    Donut shops in Dublin seem to be multiplying by the day.  And someone who doesn’t particularly like donuts, I really don’t get the obsession… but if they make you happy, then this news will make you even happier.  Because Dublin’s OG favourite donut shop is opening in Liffey Valley this weekend and there’ll be free […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s Where You Can Get Free Coffee In Rathmines On Your Way To Work Tomorrow

    Here’s Where You Can Get Free Coffee In Rathmines On Your Way To Work Tomorrow

    Get that Friday feeling with an early morning caffeine fix! Payment app Circle want to pick up your coffee tab from Two Fifty Squared cafe in Rathmines tomorrow morning from 8.30am until 10.30am.  What a great way to edge yourself nearer to the weekend.  All you gotta do is is: Sign up for the Circle app (’tis free […]

    9 years ago

  • Dublin Mental Health Charity Urgently Seeking Volunteers

    Dublin Mental Health Charity Urgently Seeking Volunteers

    If you’ve been considering volunteering some of your time lately – then listen up.  Because one of Ireland’s most worthy charities is urgently seeking your help.  Aware, Ireland’s leading organisation providing support, education and information services about depression and bipolar disorder is seeking 40 volunteers to join the crucial Aware Support Line team.  Volunteers are […]

    9 years ago

  • A UK Firm Will Take Over 24 Dublin Bus Routes – From Blackrock To Ballymun

    A UK Firm Will Take Over 24 Dublin Bus Routes – From Blackrock To Ballymun

    Private UK firm Go-Ahead has won the contract to operate 10% of bus routes in Dublin.  The National Transport Authority announced four years ago that 24 outer suburb bus routes were to be outsourced.  Transdev (which runs the Luas) and a number of British firms applied to take charge of the selected routes, while Dublin […]

    9 years ago

  • A Brand New Wowburger Secretly Opened In Dublin Over The Weekend

    A Brand New Wowburger Secretly Opened In Dublin Over The Weekend

    The debate of Dublin’s best burger is one that tears apart families and ruins friendships forever.  Burgers are no joke.  But there really is no argument that WOWBURGER is a very strong contender for the best of the best.  Over the weekend, WOWBURGER’s brand new fourth location quietly opened its doors. And some of you savvy […]

    9 years ago

  • WATCH: Dublin Cyclist Tackles Bike Thief To The Ground

    WATCH: Dublin Cyclist Tackles Bike Thief To The Ground

    Bike theft is rife in Dublin.  Always has been, and most likely always will be.  360 Cycles in Clontarf are always reminding people just how important it is to lock your bike up properly and safely in Dublin.   And they’ve shared this video taken over the weekend to show people just how quickly bike theft can […]

    9 years ago

  • These Goats Fighting Over Bread In Blanch Could Be The Weirdest Thing We’ve Ever Seen

    These Goats Fighting Over Bread In Blanch Could Be The Weirdest Thing We’ve Ever Seen

    We’ve seen some pretty bizarre things around Dublin in recent times.  Like the hare smoking a fag at Dublin Airport.  And the crow smoking cigs in Ballymun.  But when it comes to gas animal-related incidences – we think we’ve found a winner.  Behold – goats of Blanchardstown rowing over sliced pans. Seriously.  Goats obviously don’t […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s What Central Bank’s Future Rooftop Restaurant Will Look Like

    Here’s What Central Bank’s Future Rooftop Restaurant Will Look Like

    Holy guacamole.  Property giants Hines (US) and Peterson (Hong Kong) are seeking permission this week for the €75 million redevelopment of the iconic Central Bank on Dame Street.  The plans include creating a two-storey, 300-seater glass rooftop restaurant and skydeck with 360º views of Dublin City, according to The Irish Times.  The ‘Central Plaza’ will […]

    9 years ago

  • ‘Humans Of Dublin’ Has Shared This Post About The Infamous Owner Of The White Moose Cafe

    ‘Humans Of Dublin’ Has Shared This Post About The Infamous Owner Of The White Moose Cafe

    You’ve probably heard the name Paul Stenson before.  The White Moose Cafe owner’s controversial social media tactics are followed worldwide and the cafe’s page now has almost 130,000 followers.  Paul is an avid Snapchatter and piss-taker – while some absolutely love him, others (mainly vegans) cannot stand him and find his carry-on insensitive and offensive, time […]

    9 years ago

  • Suspected Terrorist Passport Forger Arrested In North Dublin Yesterday

    Suspected Terrorist Passport Forger Arrested In North Dublin Yesterday

    A man was arrested in Drumcondra yesterday morning on suspicion of forgery and possession of fraudulent documents.  London Metropolitan Police, who are leading an investigation into jihadi activist support cells, alerted Gardaí in Dublin and sought their assistance in locating the man, Independent.ie reports.  The man, an Algerian national in his 40s, is suspected of forging […]

    9 years ago

  • Two Men Arrested And Gun Seized During Suspected Foiled Gangland Hit

    Two Men Arrested And Gun Seized During Suspected Foiled Gangland Hit

    Gardaí arrested two men in their 30s and seized a firearm in Dublin yesterday evening.  The Garda Emergency Response Unit intercepted the men on Kylemore Road in Ballyfermot at 8pm, Independent.ie reports.  The men were travelling in a van at the time, from which Gardaí recovered a loaded handgun. It is believed they were on their way […]

    9 years ago

  • WATCH: Amazing Singalong On The Packed Sunday Night DART From Beatyard

    WATCH: Amazing Singalong On The Packed Sunday Night DART From Beatyard

    If you attended Beatyard over the weekend then you’ll know a great time was had.  From the brilliant acts and tunes to the tasty food and drinks, weather aside, it was absolutely brill.  But by the looks of things, the DART from Dún Laoghaire on Sunday night was where all the serious craic really went […]

    9 years ago

  • Ryanair Flight En Route To Dublin Struck By Lightning

    Ryanair Flight En Route To Dublin Struck By Lightning

    Scary stuff.  A Ryanair flight from Luton to Dublin was struck by a bolt of lightning on Saturday afternoon, the Irish Sun reports.  The flight departed Luton airport at 2.05pm and was struck moments later, while ascending.  Just imagine how terrifying this must’ve been… The plan landed safely in Dublin however passengers were reportedly “terrified” […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Beatyard Festival In Dublin This Weekend

    Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Beatyard Festival In Dublin This Weekend

    It’s the most wonderful time of the yeeeeeaaaarrrrr.  Yep, you guessed it my friend – The Beatyard is back, baby.  It’s all going down this weekend, August 5 and 6, in Dún Laoghaire.  Last year was lit, but this year is set to be bigger and better than ever. Here’s why… Foooood: We’re all familiar […]

    9 years ago

  • This Is What The Inside Of A €9.7 Million Dublin Gaff Looks Like

    This Is What The Inside Of A €9.7 Million Dublin Gaff Looks Like

    Let’s ignore the fact that none of us will ever be able to afford a tenth of this house and instead just dream for a few minutes. Behold ‘Fintragh’ at 11 Shrewsbury Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. AKA one of the most expensive homes on the Dublin market right now.  And it’s been on the market for quite a […]

    9 years ago

  • Dublin Fire Brigade Attend Fire In North Dublin Playground

    Dublin Fire Brigade Attend Fire In North Dublin Playground

    Dublin Fire Brigade have had a very busy 24 hours with raging gorse fires in the Dublin Mountains last night near Sandyford.  Footage, incl aerial drone footage of last night’s gorse fire. We had 7 pumps involved in firefighting. A deluge of rain helped extinguish pic.twitter.com/GACWT4RODK — Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) August 4, 2017 And […]

    9 years ago

  • Scoop’s Latest Alcoholic Gelato Creations Are Just Too Much

    Scoop’s Latest Alcoholic Gelato Creations Are Just Too Much

    We really just can’t keep up with these guys.  They’re as creative as it gets when it comes to gelato.  And while we adore each and every one of their original, non-alco flavours, these two new additions are very welcome ahead of the bank holiday weekend… Start the bank holiday weekend right with our new […]

    9 years ago

  • Gardaí Appeal For Information On Woman Missing From Ballsbridge

    Gardaí Appeal For Information On Woman Missing From Ballsbridge

    Gardaí at Pearse Street are appealing for the public’s help in locating Jennifer Deysel Crosbie (41) missing from South Dublin. Jennifer has been missing from Ballsbridge since Thursday, August 3 and was last seen wearing green shorts, navy tights, a navy jacket and blacked heeled boots. She is described as being approximately 5′ 2” in […]

    9 years ago

  • A Huge Outdoor Meditation Is Taking Place On This Dublin Beach Tomorrow

    A Huge Outdoor Meditation Is Taking Place On This Dublin Beach Tomorrow

    Ommmmmmmmmm.  Feeling stressed af lately? Yeah, us too. First world problemz.  But thankfully, it’s FRIDAY!  Weekends are for relaxing, so how better to relax than with some well-needed meditation? Silva Method Ireland are inviting you to their free beach meditation tomorrow morning on Portmarnock Beach! It’s all kicking off from 9am at the spot outlined […]

    9 years ago

  • 7 Brand New, Unusual And Beaut Bits You Can Buy From Folkster Right Now

    7 Brand New, Unusual And Beaut Bits You Can Buy From Folkster Right Now

    ‘Tis the season to be a glam bitch.  And where better to facilitate your glam bitchiness, than in Folkster (Temple Bar or the OG Kilkenny store – your choice). Live your best life with these seven super glam bits ‘n’ bobs.  1. The heels of our dreams If we could marry a shoe – it […]

    9 years ago

  • WATCH: A Play Inspired By Apollo House Will Be Shown At Camden Fringe Festival In London

    WATCH: A Play Inspired By Apollo House Will Be Shown At Camden Fringe Festival In London

    Inspired by the Apollo House movement, Astronaut is a multimedia theatre piece written and performed by Irishman Joe Wright.  Joe plays a fictional character whose story has been created by an amalgamation of true life events.  Watch the trailer below: “It really set in stone where our country is, regarding the well being of its citizens, […]

    9 years ago

  • Welcome Back Sunshine, We Missed You Dearly

    Welcome Back Sunshine, We Missed You Dearly

    Jaysis. We’d almost forgotten what sunshine looks like… via GIPHY According to Met Éireann it’s gonna be all sunny spells today… apart froma  few scattered showers.  Highest temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees with moderate to fresh southwesterly winds easing and veering westerly. Tonight’s set to be a fresh night with clear spells and dry […]

    9 years ago

  • Appeal For Witnesses And Dash Cam Footage Following Death Of Boy (6) On Dublin Road

    Appeal For Witnesses And Dash Cam Footage Following Death Of Boy (6) On Dublin Road

    Gardaí have re-issued an appeal for witnesses following the death of a 6-year-old boy in Dublin on Friday afternoon.  The boy was killed after being struck by a white van on the Shanganagh Road in Shankill near the Hazelwood estate. The van was travelling towards Shankill Village at the time.  The boy was rushed to Temple Street […]

    9 years ago

  • A Garda Was Spotted Doing Something Very Sound In Dublin City Centre Yesterday

    A Garda Was Spotted Doing Something Very Sound In Dublin City Centre Yesterday

    Gardaí often get a bitta shtick.  But one look at these photos and you’ll see just how sound they can be.  One of our readers, Eoin O Shaughnessy, sent these our way with the caption “for all the people that say Gardaí never help the public with anything”… Yup, dead right, that’s certainly not the […]

    9 years ago

  • Oh Hey Rosé – Aldi’s Huge Wine Sale Kicks Off Tomorrow

    Oh Hey Rosé – Aldi’s Huge Wine Sale Kicks Off Tomorrow

    The only thing we love more than wine is discounted wine. When it comes to wine, our attitude is sometimes along the lines of ‘the cheaper the better’, depending on how far away pay day is. Gotta be thrifty, yano? No judgement. Thankfully for us bargain-hunters, Aldi is having an enormous wine sale because they […]

    9 years ago

  • This Dublin Salon Is Holding A Special Beauty Event In Aid Of A Great Cause

    This Dublin Salon Is Holding A Special Beauty Event In Aid Of A Great Cause

    Eyebrow threading is one of our all-time favourite beauty treatments.  It has revolutionised the eyebrow game. One particular place we love for eyebrow threading in Dublin city centre is gorge, and relatively new, salon, Skinfull Affairs.  In two weeks time, on August 14 and 15, the conscientious salon will be threading eyebrows on a ‘pay […]

    9 years ago

  • This Unusual Blackrock Gaff Has A Seriously Cool Interior And Back Garden

    This Unusual Blackrock Gaff Has A Seriously Cool Interior And Back Garden

    Looking for a change of scenery? Well, where better to look than in gorge Blackrock? Great restaurants, lovely little shops and Dublin Bay (almost) right on your doorstep – that’s the dream, really.  This funky, architectural, three bedroom, two bathroom gaff has just come onto the Dublin rental for €2,800 a month. And if we […]

    9 years ago

  • Mountjoy Prison Put On Lock-Down Following Drug Smuggling Attempt Yesterday

    Mountjoy Prison Put On Lock-Down Following Drug Smuggling Attempt Yesterday

    An attempt to smuggle drugs at Mounjoy Prison went awry yesterday shortly after 11am.  An inmate was discovered on the roof by prison officers attempting to retrieve a large package of drugs, according to Herald.ie.  The prisoner managed to throw the package from the roof into an exercise yard below before prison officers could intercept […]

    9 years ago