Now this sounds like a whole lot of fun… Drag ‘N’ Brunch is a free-entry event that takes place on the last Sunday of the month at Bow Lane.  Resident DJ and host Davina Devine and her entourage of baby drags and disco divas, spin the tunes while you tuck into some deadly food and cocktails.  Oh, and did we […]

10 years ago

Now this gaff is a serious find, if you’ve got the right funds… It looks kinda like it came straight out of an IKEA catalogue, with bright, airy spaces, white bedspreads and lots of wooden furniture. Located at 22 Crane Yard, Crane Lane, Temple Bar it’s right off Dame Street and at most a 5-10 minute walk from just about […]

10 years ago

One of our favourite things about festivals has to be the grub. You basically have free reign to eat your way through the day, under the guise of ‘trying out food stalls’. BeatYard, taking place in Dun Laoghaire next weekend, will have a very special EatYard dedicated to food, glorious food.  So here are some […]

10 years ago

Take care if you’re travelling to the city via the M50 this morning. AA Roadwatch have reported two separate incidents which are causing delays on the motorway. Morning @FM104 @aaroadwatch collision on J9 M5O southbound off ramp. One car, appears to have hit the sidewall. — DaveDunne (@DaveDunne6) July 22, 2016 DUBLIN Very busy on M50 southbound […]

10 years ago

This just in – Mattress Mick has been added to the Banter lineup for BeatYard festival at 5pm on Sunday 31 July. He’ll be joining Jim Carroll with a host of other speakers in their BanterYard area. But more importantly, BeatYard have said that they’re working on getting him to perform a DJ set afterwards.  Not only must we applaud […]

10 years ago

Chris O’Dowd has voiced a very special short film for Temple Street Children’s Hospital…  Animated by Cartoon Saloon, the folks behind the award-winning Song of the Sea movie, the video is to be shown to children coming to the hospital for surgery, to let them know what to expect. In the video you meet Ben and Tara who […]

10 years ago

Well this is absolutely gas… It seems yesterday’s sunshine really had a great effect on Dublin’s mood. This short video was taken on the Luas Red Line around 10pm last night. Sometimes people blaring tunes on public transport can drive people up the wall, but this time it did quite the opposite! View this post […]

10 years ago

If you’re a regular Lotto player, chances are you probably have loads of old tickets knocking around your purse, your house or your car. And that appears to have been the case for an Irish woman who was cleaning out her car when she found a Lotto Quick Pick ticket and put it aside to check later. It turns out […]

10 years ago

Avid Twitter users will probably be pretty familiar with the ‘We Want Plates’ account, which has a whopping 110,000 followers. It’s a simple premise really – generally customers want their grub on a plate instead of a board, a slate, a shopping trolley, or perhaps a boot. .”@TheMrJL: @WeWantPlates Prosecco. Chilled to perfection in a wellington boot. […]

10 years ago

Dublin Canvas is a project that brings flashes of colour and creativity to everyday objects in the city. Working in conjunction with Dublin City Council, every summer Dublin Canvas rolls out even more deadly traffic boxes painted by Irish artists. So far thirteen Summer Boxes have been completed for this year’s campaign, and a further 62 will […]

10 years ago

It would appear that our beloved heatwave has been and gone. The sun had barely set last night when the rain, thunder and lightning began, yet it was still far too warm for anyone to sleep. Today has started off with dreary grey skies so far but according to Met Éireann there will be “sunny spells and just […]

10 years ago

Food is always fabulous, but good food on the cheap is even better. So if you love food as much as we do, Groupons will always come in handy because you get the opportunity to eat at some deadly restaurants for a fraction for of the normal cost. So go on, and take your pick from any of […]

10 years ago

Construction is finally going to start on two new parks in Cherrywood later this month. The parks are part of larger plans for a new town complete with 3,800 homes and a retail town centre. The plans have been two years in the works, with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council granting permission for the parks most recently. Hines […]

10 years ago

A few weeks ago we wrote about the giant mural Maser painted in Temple Bar, in conjunction with The HunReal Issues. Since then the mural has come under fire from opposing groups, calling for the mural to be removed immediately, on the grounds that the Project Arts Centre is partially state-funded and that they are promoting abortion with […]

10 years ago

If you’re ever in doubt about how to propose to someone, doing it at a live show of their favourite band is probably a pretty good shout. This proposal took place at Longitude last night as The National belted out a heartfelt rendition of ‘I Need My Girl’, and it’s pretty frickin’ adorable… Our favourite part […]

10 years ago

What did we ever do without Netflix? While many of you while be out enjoying the sunshine this evening, the rest of you will be at home vegging out in your PJs. Don’t worry, we don’t judge. We’ve thrown together a list of interesting documentaries to help you out in that department. Entertaining and educational: what […]

10 years ago

Everyone’s favourite nuclear-coloured tortilla chips have come out with two brand new flavours. The first is a pretty standard ‘Sizzling Salsa’, but the second is ‘Ultimate Cheeseburger’… According to Doritos website, ‘Ultimate Cheeseburger’ has “the juicy taste of a perfectly grilled burger covered in slowly melting cheese (and) just the right amount of pickle for a classic American Cheeseburger […]

10 years ago

We love a pint of the black stuff as much as the next person, but there’s something very intriguing about a Guinness chocolate mousse… It’s a win-win situation, really: you get to consume Guinness AND eat dessert. The Hairy Lemon on Stephen Street Lower have come up with the inventive ‘Pint of Guinness’; a Guinness-infused chocolate mousse. set on a biscuit base […]

10 years ago

With temperatures of 26 degrees expected later on today, it’d be rude to sit inside in an office all day, wouldn’t it? Like, c’mon now… So, if you should feel like calling in sick today, this list of the best swimming spots in Dublin might come in handy.  Don’t forget your sunscreen! READ NEXT: PICS: The National Brought […]

10 years ago

The National are well and truly in a league of their own.  Last night they performed in front of an enraptured crowd at Longitude, playing all their hits as well as a few new tracks from their much-anticipated seventh album.  But the most amazing moment of all was when they invited our very own Lisa Hannigan on […]

10 years ago

The Pokémon Go obsession knows no bounds – it’s consuming our every waking thought even though it still hasn’t been officially released in Ireland. So we got wondering what it would be like if Pokémon Go was narrated by Sir David Attenborough… Created by Dave Thorpe, this video sees him wandering around the city and encountering various Pokémon, with commentary from one […]

10 years ago

If you skipped breakfast this morning, you’re probably better off looking away right about now. Annie’s is a brand new café, run by Irish chef Annie dePiero, and located at 10 Grand Canal Street Upper (just after the turn for Barrow Street and before you reach Beggar’s Bush).  Like most cafés they serve teas, coffees, breakfast, lunch and sandwiches, but it’s […]

10 years ago

Next Wednesday, July 20, we’re teaming up with cinema app, usheru, to host a movie night at The Light House Cinema. Earlier this week we asked you all to help us pick what 80s movie to screen, and with hundreds of votes cast, Beetlejuice was the clear winner. Want to win tickets for yourself and a mate to see this on the big screen? […]

10 years ago

There has never been a more valid excuse for Thursday treats… The Iceberger, an ice cream favoured by parents across the nation because it made the least amount of mess, has been transformed into a doughnut by Slice in Stoneybatter.  This is the latest in Slice’s amazing series of ice cream-inspired doughnuts. Just take a look at the beauty below. Duuuuuurty. […]

10 years ago

If you’ve got plans this weekend, you’re probably going to be pretty happy about this one… The weather forecast for the weekend is warm and sunny, with the odd shower. According to Met Éireann there will be scattered showers tomorrow with temperatures of up to 23°C, but Saturday and Sunday will be dry enough with temperatures around the […]

10 years ago

Love good coffee? Prefer good coffee when it’s on the cheap? We thought so… Dublin Barista School have just launched a Happy Hour, and we’re pretty frickin’ happy about it.  What a treat! READ NEXT: No DART Services Will Operate Between Connolly And Dun Laoghaire For 24 Hours This Sunday

10 years ago

The DART line between Connolly and Dun Laoghaire will be closed completely today due to engineering works.  The following DART stations will be entirely closed as a result: Tara Street Pearse Grand Canal Dock Lansdowne Road Sandymount Sydney Parade Booterstown Blackrock Seapoint Salthill & Monkstown DART services will operate between Howth/Malahide and Connolly only, as well s between Dun Laoghaire and […]

10 years ago

The Big Grill is back for the third time this year, and even thinking about it is making us ravenous.  A celebration of the ancient art of  cooking with fire and smoke, comes to the leafy surrounds of Herbert Park this August 11 – 14. The Big Grill allows you to smell, taste, discover and learn about all kinds of BBQing grilling, smoking, meats […]

10 years ago

There’ll be a whole lot of fun descending on Dún Laoghaire Harbour over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Beatyard celebrates everything that’s good and great in the world of food, drink, tech, science, music, games, sports, arts, design and discussion. With performances from George Clinton Parliament Funkadelic, Boney M, Theo Parrish, Rubberbandits and loads more, there’s only one place to be on at the end […]

10 years ago

DiFontaine’s has said that it is looking into an incident that allegedly occurred last night, involving sexually explicit comments from a staff member to a customer at their Parliament Street restaurant. The incident came to light after Stacy Grouden shared her account of the exchange on Twitter. Here’s what she said Guy working the @DFontainesPizza counter: may I give you […]

10 years ago

Only 2 sleeps til Longitude kicks off, and we’ve just gotten our hands on the stage times for the weekend. So grab your highlighter and get planning! Not gonna lie, we’re a little bit heartbroken about Róisín Murphy’s set clashing with The National… Word on the street is that only a limited amount of Sunday tickets are available […]

10 years ago

And now for something completely, well, bizarre… Remember the Ikea monkey?  This dog’s rear end is its literal doppelganger – NO JOKE. This dog’s butt looks like the IKEA monkey pic.twitter.com/W73deL5RlB — Faces in Things (@FacesPics) July 12, 2016 Can’t. Look. Away.  HALP! READ NEXT: This International Club Night Dedicated To Fleetwood Mac Is Coming To Dublin […]

10 years ago

If you haven’t already been to Ardgillan Castle and Demesne you’re going to want to head there very soon after reading this… Spread across a whopping 194 acres, Ardgillan is the perfect place to go exploring; they’ve got stunning gardens, a deadly playground (with an age limit, unfortunately), gorgeous woods and one of the best views of […]

10 years ago

Looking for a Saturday ticket for Longitude this weekend? Despairing because they’ve been sold out for weeks? Well, there’s actually a limited amount of Saturday tickets available on Ticketmaster right now – you’ll be in luck if you move quickly enough. Don’t believe us? We just went on to try get our own… So if you want to […]

10 years ago

There’s nothing like a glam two-week manicure to make you feel like you’re actually in control of your life, even if you’re not. The sheer beauty of not having to think about painting your nails for a solid two weeks is one of life’s simple pleasures. So we’ve decided to round up a list of the best places for a […]

10 years ago

A few months ago we wrote about pilot Michael McMahon taking his 5-year-old brother in a plane for this first time.  And today we have an equally heart-warming video, where Michael takes Robbie on his first helicopter ride.  You might need some tissues for this one… N’aaaaable. READ NEXT: This International Club Night Dedicated To Fleetwood Mac […]

10 years ago

Fleetwood Mac are pretty frickin’ popular with the people of Dublin. Every two years or so they play The Point/O2/Three Arena to a sell-out crowd. From grandparents to teenagers, Fleetwood Mac have a certain allure that crosses all ages and music preferences. So naturally when we heard about Fleetmac Wood we were all ears… It’s an […]

10 years ago

This one goes out to anyone fond of pizza and/or booze… Which, let’s be honest, are two of life’s greatest pleasures, really. The Yarn is the sister restaurant of The Woollen Mills (see the connection?), and has taken over the first floor of the premises, balcony and all, with a completely different gourmet pizza-based menu and cocktail list.  We haven’t […]

10 years ago

Next Wednesday, July 20, we’re teaming up with cinema app, usheru, to host a movie night to remember at The Light House Cinema. We’ve decided to go with an 80s theme on the night but need your help in choosing what film to screen… With everything from The Princess Bride to Blues Brothers, there’s something for everyone on the list. […]

10 years ago

Pokémon Go exploded on the scene last week, and since then half the nation have found sneaky ways to download the app (so far unavailable in Ireland) while the rest have been left scratching their heads. The app is now neck-in-neck with Twitter in terms of daily active users despite having only been released a few days ago, […]

10 years ago

Everyone is a little but Pokémon Go-obsessed at moment. While we technically don’t have access to the app yet, lots of sneaky humans have managed to trick the Google Play Store into thinking they’re elsewhere. And it’s proving to be very fun altogether… Okay so this is VERY fun! #PokemonGO pic.twitter.com/LZIpfRWWPZ — Graeme (@DameGrowling) July 6, 2016 i am […]

10 years ago

Meet Minnie Wynne, a French Bulldog who just wants to dance. So let’s all try to face into the working week with the same enthusiasm Winnie has… And, when in doubt? Pop on some Wham to cheer yourself up. READ NEXT:  This Toddler’s Packed Lunch Will Make You Wish Your Mammy Was Still Making Yours

10 years ago

If you’re lucky enough to have gotten your hands on some tickets for Longitude Festival this weekend, you’re probably pretty excited… Whether you’re heading along for a day or if you’re going the whole hog, here’s a handy list of all the info you’ll need for the next few days. Opening times Arena Gate Opening Times:Friday – […]

10 years ago

The weekend is so close we can almost taste it, so it’s time to get planning what fun adventures you may get up to over the next two days… Temperatures are expected to be in the low 20s – with Sunday, in particular, forecast as a beaut of a day. So what better time to familiarise yourself with […]

10 years ago

Earlier this morning no Red Line Luas services were operating between Abbey St and The Point, due to a broken down bus on tracks. LUAS: No Red Line Luas services operating between Abbey St & Connolly/The Point – broken down bus on tracks. https://t.co/xIOpAblVS1 — AA Roadwatch (@aaroadwatch) July 8, 2016 However, AA Roadwatch have since announced that services […]

10 years ago

Not too long ago we wrote about how browned off we were getting with all the fake events popping up on Facebook. So, when we initially heard about a 260-foot slide being erected by Christchurch we were sceptical to say the least… It turns out, however, that this is in fact a real event that […]

10 years ago

We know something good when we see it. And this is one of those very things… Ladies and gentlemen, we present you with an invitation to a Coolness Dance on Marlborough Road. Spotted in Donnybrook. Probably cooler than the mummy bootcamp in fairness. @broadsheet_ie @LovinDublin pic.twitter.com/rwlKIz7M59 — Richard (@richwtalbot) July 6, 2016 Honestly, we’d take […]

10 years ago

Great news for any chefs on the look out for work in Dublin’s fair city… Brother Hubbard are currently on the hunt for a new chef to join their team: Looking for a fun, creative COOKING role? We’re recruiting for a chef (2 years exp. needed) CVs to: garrett@brotherhubbard.ie #jobfairy — brotherhubbard north (@BrotherHubbardN) July 6, […]

10 years ago

Love lobster? You’re not alone… To celebrate lobster being officially back season for another delicious summer, Suesey Street are hosting their very own festival showcasing Irish lobster in all its glory. Kicking off on July 12 until 23, they’ll be adding some delicious new lobster dishes to the menu as well as holding a masterclass on how to cook the perfect Irish […]

10 years ago

Any fans of vegan dining in Dublin may already be familiar with Sova Food Vegan Butcher…  Having previously popped up in Martcade in Rathmines, and then at Yoga Hub’s Happy Food Cafe, the Sova crew have been on the hunt for a permanent home since last summer.  After months of searching, the lads have found the perfect […]

10 years ago