The Dublin graffiti scene has exploded over the past few years, and Dublin is all the better for it – it adds a whole new dimesnion walking around town, never knowing what you might come across around every street corner. Whether you’re up around by the Bernard Shaw where the walls are filled with colourful […]

10 years ago

Clonakilty Food Co. has grown from a small butcher shop to one of Ireland’s best known brands. Traditionally their products were served as part of a breakfast but now their ingredients are used to add flavour to many different recipes. Black pudding is a great addition to antipasti boards, tarts, salads, burgers and so much […]

10 years ago

Got any doggies at home that would be up for an adventure on Sunday? Or do you need to give your friends or parents a few days notice to take a loan of their dogs? If so, we’ve got the perfect event for you… The Bow Wow Times in association with doggy subscription service Ruby […]

10 years ago

You might have seen this hilarious video of the grannies smoking weed a few months ago. Well, tonight on Channel 4 some well known English broadcasters are going to do the very same thing. Jon Snow who most people will recognise as the face of Channel 4 news, joins Matthew Parris, former MP, and Jennie […]

10 years ago

It can be quite difficult trying to maintain a gluten free diet if you lead a busy lifestyle. Whether by choice or necessity, more and more people are cutting out gluten in the past few years, and really noticing the benefits. However, it does make life a bit awkward when you’re legging it around town […]

10 years ago

We’re absolutely delighted to that the third season of Moone Boy will be kicking off this evening on Sky 1 at 9pm. The Irish sitcom set in Boyle, Co. Roscommon follows the antics of a 12 year old boy called Martin Moone and his imaginary friend, Seán (the lovely Chris O’Dowd). Anyone who is familiar […]

10 years ago

If you’re a fan of zombie shows like The Walking Dead, you probably think you’d be a dab hand at ruling the roost if zombies took over the city. But where would be the best place in Dublin to survive the inevitable zombie apocalypse? Read on to discover some quality hiding places across the city… […]

10 years ago

Eden on South William Street has had a little bit of a makeover. Previously known purely for its fine dining, late last week they launched a new Victorian casual dining bar at the front of the venue. The restaurant at the rear will continue to serve the usual haute cuisine dining you’d expect, with Ossobucco […]

10 years ago

We just love how cultural and diverse Dublin is as a city. There are always different events, festivals and happenings that take place across the city, and that’s what makes it such a cool creative hub. The Five Lamps Arts Festival is one of those things that injects creativity into our city; allowing artists to […]

10 years ago

Our national holiday is just around the corner, but this year it has rather awkwardly fallen on a Tuesday. Now we obviously still want to celebrate Paddy’s Day but we also don’t want to be tumbling into work looking like we’ve been dragged through a bush backward on the Wednesday morning. With this in mind, […]

10 years ago

Tickets to the game tomorrow are pretty hard to come by right now, and all across the city people are trying to beg, borrow or steal in order to get into the Aviva tomorrow. But, if you’re feeling lucky there might be one more way for you to get your hands on those coveted tickets.. […]

10 years ago

It’s been a few years since the craft beer craze kicked off in Dublin, and from the looks of it it’s not going anywhere soon with more micro-breweries and craft beer pubs popping up all the time. The Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair is returning to Dublin for the third time this weekend, which […]

10 years ago

True Dubliners will understand the desire and need one has for a crisp sandwich every now and then. There’s something so simple yet delicious about jamming a whole pack of crisps between two slices of soft white bread. While it used to be something that we could only enjoy in the comfort of our […]

10 years ago

Weekends were made for adventures, so why not take to the Dublin Mountains to visit one of the most iconic old ruins we have. The Hellfire Club sits on top of Montpelier Hill 390 meters above Dublin city, and it has plenty of eerie history surrounding it. It’s the kind of place that you always […]

10 years ago

Homelessness is a massive issue both in Dublin and nationwide at the moment, so when we heard about this innovative campaign organised by two students from DCU we were seriously intrigued.. Claragh Fitzsimons and David Bell came up with the #MySleepout campaign as a way to raise funds for Focus Ireland. When I asked David […]

10 years ago

Steak is a beautiful thing but sometimes it can be cooked very badly. While we were in Belfast we asked some of the locals where they think the best steak is in Belfast, and here’s what they said…

10 years ago

We asked the people of Belfast where they go to get the best coffee, and this is what they said…

10 years ago

So both Trinity and UCD have had their say about which university they think is the best. However, while they were at each other’s throats, we were tucked away nicely in Glasnevin comforted by the fact that we are, in fact, the superior college. We don’t need a fanfare and we’re not gonna scream it […]

10 years ago

Now that we’ve finally got a date for the Marriage Equality referendum, things are gaining momentum… This Sunday there’s a very cool event taking place in Bray, and now we know it’s not technically in Dublin, but Bray’s such a great spot that we love to claim it as our own! The Harbour Bar will […]

10 years ago

Myself, Louise and Anna had just arrived in Belfast and the first place to check out on our list was Maggie Mays which is located right beside Queens University. There was a queue out the door and it being Pancake Tuesday, the girls were gearing up for some serious pancake action. That was until […]

10 years ago

There’s great news for fans of McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes today… The elusive minty green shakes return to all McDonald’s outlets for a limited time from today. Now the bad news is that they’ll be disappearing off the menu on March 18th, so unfortunately you’ll only have one last chance to grab one to ease your […]

10 years ago

You may have seen yesterday that the wise Trinity heads claimed that they were the best college in Dublin, but we think we have something to say about that. Being all lofty they decided they needed 50 reasons – assuming that we could never match that, so we have put together our own list. See […]

10 years ago

The previous evening when going for dinner in a restaurant on the Lisburn Road, Slim’s Healthy Kitchen had caught our eye as we passed by in the taxi. The bright lights combined with the distressed wood facade and a ginormous cow statue outside had us intrigued. So the following day after a busy morning spent […]

10 years ago

Everyone’s got their own favourite pub in their home city, so while we were in Belfast we asked the locals their opinion on the best bars the city has to offer….

10 years ago

On our recent trip to Belfast, we took to the streets to ask the locals where you can find the best burger in Belfast. Here’s what they told us…

10 years ago

There’s always so much rivalry between colleges in Dublin, so we thought it was time to set the record straight. Myself and a few of the crew in the office are proud graduates of Trinity, so here’s the 50 reasons we think that Trinity is superior to all the other academic institutions in Dublin’s fair […]

10 years ago

Remember that spot on Camden Street where Raw was filmed which was formerly The National Bank? Well it is now a pretty swanky bar and restaurant called the Camden Exchange which opened last Thursday. It’s got an interior that kinda looks like the product of a love affair between the Bernard Shaw and Opium. There’s […]

10 years ago

Thinking about heading out for a bite to eat today? The Old Spot pub on Bath Avenue have come with a clever idea for their diners on Sunday. Obviously sick of customers being glued to their smartphones, seemingly ignoring each other at the dinner table, or Instagramming their meals instead of eating them, they’ve concocted […]

10 years ago

Coconut oil is quickly becoming the top oil of choice as people are on the look out for healthier options. It is another superfood that is unique in the nutrients it provides; being full of natural fatty acids that boost the immune system and act as a natural antibiotic, helping to protect us against harmful […]

10 years ago

The whole nation held their breath last night as the 10 month long storyline of ‘Who Killed Lucy Beale’ finally came to an end. In what was a bit of a shocking reveal, we finally found out her killer and the poor people of Twitter were gobsmacked. This evening is going to be the main […]

10 years ago

Our first Brunch Club, which took place last Valentine’s Day, was such a great success that we decided to make it a regular event. It’s not too complicated a concept – you come along with some mates, drink delicious cocktails, eat nice food, have a bit of a dance, maybe even meet some fun new […]

10 years ago

Last night Enda spoke to Miriam O’Callaghan about a variety of different topics facing the Irish population at the moment, and it’s no surprise that the Marriage Equality referendum popped up in conversation. When asked about it, he said that the same-sex referendum passing would send out an” image of a very tolerant and inclusive […]

10 years ago

Ed Byrne and Dara O Briain, two of the funniest comedians to come from Irish shores went on a bit of a roadtrip, well a pretty big one actually… They embarked on a 4,000-mile pan-American adventure retracing a journey that Sullivan Richardson, Arnold Whitaker and Kenneth Van Hee did in the 1940s. The three musketeers […]

10 years ago

It’s just been announced that one of our faves, Ed Sheeran is set to play Croke Park this Summer on July 24th. Here’s thirteen reasons why this is the absolute best news ever… 13. He chose Whelan’s as his venue to play for VH1’s Storytellers when he could have chosen anywhere in the world 12. […]

10 years ago

RTÉ One have the perfect mid-week movie for you – it involves Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock, a relatively far-fetched plot, plenty of awkward moments and a predictably obvious ending. Zero brain cells required, but enjoyable viewing. Grab the popcorn, or a bottle of vino if you feel like treating yourself, and fling on the […]

10 years ago

Fitness and exercise don’t seem to be going away, even though January is a distant memory in our minds. People are still all talking about TRX, CrossFit, their personal trainers and kettlebell classes. The gyms are all still rammed, and it’s pretty clear that many have chosen health and fitness as a longterm lifestyle choice.. […]

10 years ago

Only very recently released on Netflix, Calvary tells the story of a happy-go-lucky priest (played by the inimitable Brendan Gleeson) who is threatened during a confession, and then must battle the dark forces and temptation closing in around him. The amazing Chris O’Dowd co-stars as the local butcher alongside Kelly Reilly as Gleeson’s on-screen daughter […]

10 years ago

There’s been a rise in quirky yet specific cafés popping up recently with a cereal-dedicated café opening in Shoreditch in London, the crisp sambo café in Belfast, and Tokyo even have their own Owl Café at this point. So it’s no surprise that Dublin is going to be getting its first Board Game Café […]

10 years ago

As our name suggests, we’re massive fans of Dublin, and we will defend her honour even on the days when the skies are grey, and the Liffey is looking a little dirty. However, Dublin is lucky enough to be situated in Ireland, which is abundant with cool cities and slick spots outside of the commuter […]

10 years ago

With Chinese New Year approaching we decided to take a look at our favourite Chinese dishes. The Irish LOVE Chinese cuisine, like you wouldn’t believe!. In a recent Valentine’s survey by JUST EAT. 42% of Irish people choose Chinese cuisine as the perfect date night dish. It’s the go to takeaway when we want […]

10 years ago

Bee Pollen is well known in the world of super-foods but when we see it for sale we tend to run the other way because we don’t know what to do with it! Here is the low down on these little golden nuggets and why we all need to start sprinkling them on everything! What […]

10 years ago

Ever wonder what makes Irish thoroughbred horses so successful? This documentary, which originally aired last August, looks at horse breeding in Ireland, and examines why Irish horses have excelled so much. If you’re fond of throwing a few bob on a horse every now and then, this documentary presented by Ella McSweeney will give you […]

10 years ago

Sometimes it can be a bit awkward if you’re out running errands in your car, and in need of a caffeine fix. Thru the Green have the answers to all your problems – this morning at 7am they began operating a drive thru coffee shop. Housed in an old shipping container in Windy Arbor on […]

10 years ago

Feeling a bit rough after the weekend, well don’t worry, we’ve got just the thing to cheer you up – an unbelievable prize up for grabs with thanks to Dublin’s coolest new hotel, the Dean. One lucky entrant will win dinner for two in the Lobby Bar including main course, dessert and a bottle of […]

10 years ago

Didn’t manage to get tickets to our sold out Brunch Club? Well here’s what you missed out on – heaps of delicious French food from the Gourmet Food Parlour, Clonakilty sausages and black pudding, slick Lovin’ Dublin cupcakes from Bake My Cake, chocolate treats from Lindt, fresh bread from from the Bretzel Bakery, great tunes, […]

10 years ago

Oh Capel Street. I’ll never get tired of you. It’s Friday the 13th and I’m rushing past noodle shops and pet shops and charity shops on my way to a Cineworld matinée. And of course sex shops, their windows given over to promoting one particular film. Because of course the merch for Fifty Shades of […]

10 years ago

“BRIDES OF SATAN! BRIDES OF SATAN!” This was famously shouted by ‘Maggie with the Crucifix’ at a group of passing nuns back in the 1980s. The startled nuns ran down O’Connell Street with their gowns and habits billowing in the wind – and Maggie ran after them. Now, you’d be forgiven for thinking it was […]

10 years ago

Wether you want to watch this 100% seriously, or if you want to watch this cynically passing comment on the terrible Irish accents, both are just as wholesome activities. Based on the Cecelia Ahern novel, this film follows the life of Holly Kennedy whose husband passes away but lives on through a series of letters […]

10 years ago

So the actual awards ceremony happened last Sunday night, and we’ve all heard what happened but did you actually watch them? This is perfect Saturday evening activity if you’ve been out on the beer all day watching the rugby, when you get home just fling this on and crash on the couch. It all kicks […]

10 years ago

On tonight’s Late Late Show, Ryan Tubridy will be chatting to Ronan O’Gara, no doubt to get his opinion on the lineout for tomorrow’s match against France. Recent Celebrity Big Brother runner-up, Katie Hopkins, will also be on the couch, dishing the dirt on all the went on in the house. Singer-songwriter James Bay is […]

10 years ago