Just a few years ago, giving up gluten was a genuine struggle. It meant waving a tearful farewell to favourites such as bread, pasta and even cake (sob).  Now, thankfully, the universe has risen to the challenge of meeting gluten-intolerants’ needs and has kindly provided us with a host of gluten-free options in some of […]

8 years ago

It’s no secret that burrito-fever has taken over Dublin in recent years.  Between the spiralling number of chain restaurants and drove of independent eateries, you’re never more than 100 yards away from a delicious burrito.  The Mexican meal is perfect for even the fussiest eaters, with customers able to choose exactly which rice, meat, beans, […]

9 years ago

Dublin is set to receive a serious splash of colour this Friday, when parking spaces all over the city will be turned into mini public parks.  The pop-up parks will be arriving as part of the Park(ing) Day event, a global initiative that has visited cities all over the world.  Artists, designers and activists will […]

9 years ago

The story of one woman’s hilarious Tinder date is a tale to remember.  The Bristol woman was on her first date with 24 year-old student Liam Smyth when she used his bathroom, ended up blocking the toilet, threw her poo out the window and then proceeded to get stuck trying to retrieve it. The story […]

9 years ago

It’s a bad news day for residents of this south Dublin seaside hangout.  Dún Laoghaire beach is being treated for rat infestation after locals spotted the vermin crawling on rocks at the seafront.  The HSE’s environmental health section has issued a warning to residents, while a sign erected beside the east pier reads, “Warning. These lands […]

9 years ago

Moving to Dublin for college can be a daunting experience.  Leaving the comforts of home for the big city can really put new students to the test. You’re faced with managing money, sorting accommodation, cooking for yourself and *worst of all* figuring out Dublin Bus.  But fear not, fair students.  We’ve got some sage advice […]

9 years ago

If trudging into the office each week is becoming more and more of a chore, perhaps a change of scenery is exactly what you need.  Luckily, the jobs market has been looking up in recent years, with a whole host of interesting career opportunities displayed on sites like Jobbio, Indeed, Gumtree and Jobs.ie.  And a […]

9 years ago

This could be one of the most random plays you see in Dublin.  My Left Nut is debuting at the Dublin Fringe Festival next week and tells the story of 26-year-old Michael Patrick, who suffered from an unusual condition in his teenage years.  Michael, who stars in his own one-man show, developed hydrocile testis when […]

9 years ago

Brace yourselves, because Summer is officially over. Never is there a clearer sign of the oncoming Autumn than when everyone’s favourite drink makes its way back onto the Starbucks menu.  The company announced the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte on Twitter this morning, leaving us ready to abandon the office and run down to […]

9 years ago

Pause Netflix and put down that glass of wine- you’re going out this week. With the last of the long Summer evenings ahead of us, it’d be a crime to stay cooped up at home after work. Dublin has a jam-packed calendar for the week ahead, with events to suit every interest and age-group.  Sure […]

9 years ago

Property news just keeps getting crazier.  A seafront village in Connemara has been put on the market for just €800,000, less than you’d pay for a decent dwelling in Dublin’s fair suburbs.  Brú na Mara, located on Mace Head, near Carna, Co Galway, is a tiny village, consisting of five separate housing units.  According to […]

9 years ago

Despite veganism’s massive growth in popularity over the last few years, ordering vegan-friendly food can be an uphill battle in Ireland. Somehow cheese, meat or eggs manage to sneak their way into almost every takeaway dish, making it hard for vegans to treat themselves on a Friday with everyone else.  Well, no more. Deliveroo has […]

9 years ago

With Leaving Cert results behind them, students across the country are feverishly awaiting CAO offers that will determine where they end up come September.  Whether you get your first or fourth choice, moving to college can be overwhelming and stressful, particularly as you’re faced with a new environment and new people all at once.  It’s […]

9 years ago

Despite veganism’s massive growth in popularity over the last few years, ordering vegan-friendly food can be an uphill battle in Ireland. Somehow cheese, meat or eggs manage to sneak their way into almost every takeaway dish, making it hard for vegans to treat themselves like everyone else on a miserable rainy evening.  Well, no more.  […]

9 years ago