First, they brought us protein selection boxes – now, it’s the protein Easter egg. Or rather, it’s a healthy dark choc packaged up with two protein bars of your choice. And, as any fitness lover knows, it’s nice to have an out when everyone around you is pressuring you to gorge on sugary crap you don’t […]

10 years ago

Well this is good news for hungry Dubliners. Taco Taco – the former pop-up that’s since taken permanent residency on Dame Court – will be opening for lunch from today onwards. They tweeted the menu earlier on, and while it’s not the cheapest lunch you’re going to get in Dublin city, it’s certainly one to […]

10 years ago

Did you know that when Hozier wrote Take Me To Church, he wasn’t actually making any deep and meaningful statements about our theological and sociological backgrounds? He was, in fact, just asking for someone to bring him to The Church on Mary Street for a pint and a bite to eat. True story. Well, not […]

10 years ago

We were just starting to get excited. But alas, the hotly anticipated bout between Conor McGregor and Rafael Dos Anjos has been postponed, after the Brazilian reportedly broke his foot in training. The Dub was aiming to become a UFC champion in two separate weight divisions with victory in this lightweight fight, which had been scheduled to […]

10 years ago

Good news if you’re a human being with tastebuds: Chocolate Afternoon Tea is now a thing, and it’s in Dublin. It probably shouldn’t have taken humanity quite this long to come up with the idea of combining the two finest things in life, of course – but hey, we’re the species that took thousands of years to develop […]

10 years ago

You’ve probably already seen the Guinness ad with John Hammond. And you’ve hopefully seen both Rudimental and Lady Leshurr give their take on John Hammond’s impact on their personal journey, in the Guinness short film series. The pioneering talent scout described himself as “the sometimes intolerant champion of tolerance” – and this series of short films featuring contemporary artists, shows us just […]

10 years ago

“I wouldn’t even call myself a photographer; I’m more of a snapper.” Pretty modest words from someone whose keen eye for Dublin has manifested itself in the wonderful dublinisblackandwhite Instagram account – an account that combines wit, personality and cracking photographs, and one in which you could easily get lost for hours on end. But […]

10 years ago

They say that you should avoid talking about religion or politics when you’re with your friends. But we’d suggest that perhaps food should be added to that list – particularly when it comes to these nine hot-button issues that are guaranteed to cause rows among Irish people. 1. Barry’s vs Lyons The big one. The […]

10 years ago

Twitter’s great and all, but everyone knows how easy it is for it to descend into a shitshow of negativity and moaning. So you need it to bring the funny. And in order for it to do that, you need to be following some good people. Here are 13 Irish accounts you might not have […]

10 years ago

You know your mum is cooler than all the other mums.  She knows songs the other mams don’t know, she drinks in craft beer pubs, she wears things that strike the right balance between cutting-edge and not embarrassing the bejaysus out of you. So surely she deserves something better than a scented candle, right? Have […]

10 years ago

There’s nothing quite like a beautiful timelapse – and when it’s one of Dublin, you can safely assume we’re all over it. This video is completely silent, giving it a real eerie sense of calm. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.

10 years ago

So, did you bring your jacket to work this morning? Or did you make that most classic of Irish mistakes, whereby you looked out the window, saw some sunshine and assumed it would all be ‘grand’? Either way, you might just get away with it for the rest of the day – while there are […]

10 years ago

Nobody likes a long walk home after a night out. And if you were lucky enough to land this house, well, you’d certainly never have to worry about that again. Located on the corner of Merrion Square, Fitzwilliam Street and Mount Street – could you ask for better? – this house boast four bedrooms, three bedrooms, parking and […]

10 years ago

As we said yesterday: you don’t need to be a sports fan to appreciate the magic of Leicester City’s Premier League win. The team brought the term ‘underdogs’ to a whole new level – they were ranked at 5,000-1 to win at the outset of the season, and they were deemed far more likely to be fighting […]

10 years ago

Update (14:39): The crash has now been cleared, and traffic has returned to normal, according to AA Roadwatch. Authorities advised drivers of a major incident on the N11 this afternoon, which has caused major delays from Cherrywood all the way back to Cabinteely. AA Roadwatch later reported that the incident had been cleared. DUBLIN: A crash outbound on the […]

10 years ago

If you’re thinking of heading along to this July’s Beatyard Festival, then you’re definitely not alone. After all, the line-up is an absolute cracker, featuring musical names such as Lee Scratch Perry, George Clinton and Don Conroy – and foodie names such as Bread & Bones, 147 Deli and Dublin Doughnut Co. But if you’ve been on the fence, then NOW […]

10 years ago

It’s amazing how far a splash of colour will go in the city centre. And residents of the north city centre have just got exactly that, thanks to a colourful ‘woolbombing’ around parking bollards on the North Circular Road. This pic was tweeted to us from Angela Mullin, but we’d love to see a few […]

10 years ago

Remember we told you last week that the Hoff was coming to Dublin, to promote the Gumball 3000 launch? Well come to Dublin he did – and proceeded to thrill the crowds at Lillie’s, even whipping out a red paddleboard at one point. You know, in case anyone couldn’t work out that he was yer man off […]

10 years ago

Remember those days when we got out our colouring books and spent hours filling in pictures and patterns ‘til our hearts content? Well actually, those days are very much back. Colouring books have become increasingly popular among adults in the past few years, frequently topping best-seller lists. And here’s why. 1. It facilitates mindfulness This word […]

10 years ago

We don’t want to be too down on the microwave – after all, sometimes it can serve as a force for good, and sometimes it can be the only thing standing between you and a hungry morning in the office. But sometimes? Sometimes it’s bad. Real bad.

10 years ago

They used to be the sole preserve of meat-head muscle-maniacs, but protein supplements are quickly becoming a kitchen essential for any fitness nerds. And while they’re definitely a cost-effective way of getting essential nutrients – ain’t nobody able to afford THAT much chicken – the fact that you have to buy such large quantities in bulk can definitely […]

10 years ago

Er Buchetto in Ranelagh – or the ‘purple Italian place’ as it’s widely known – is easily one of the unsung heroes of the Dublin café scene. Top-notch coffee, sound staff, the best panini in the entire city and an absolutely gorgeous location – one they surely won’t mind us calling ‘shabby chic’ – it’s a […]

10 years ago

We’ve covered the story of Denise Ryan a few times on this site – she’s the marvellous Dublin woman whose fight against Lyme disease has been waged with Father Ted T-shirts, film screenings and an attitude that has won the hearts of thousands. And today there’s another reason to get on board with the campaign. Dublin Doughnut […]

10 years ago

For the first time in ages, we can finally say it with conviction: Ireland, right now, is a good place to be on the job hunt. In fact, there’s so much choice out there that we’ve teamed up with Jobbio to bring you some of the best options out there right now. Happy hunting! 1. Uber – Community […]

10 years ago

This is Torben Sondergaard, a baker from Denmark. He’s also the leader of the Last Reformation – a church that claims certain diseases and disorders are caused by ‘demons’ in the body. He’s also amassed a fairly significant following by convincing people he can expel these demons from people by praying for them. And he’s hosting a three-day workshop in a secret […]

10 years ago

Well this is exciting. The Guinness Open Gate Brewery is releasing a special limited-edition Strawberry Porter this summer – and we were lucky enough to get a sneak preview today, ahead of its launch as part with Taste of Dublin this June. Wait a second. Strawberry Guinness?! Yup. Well, Strawberry Porter to be more specific. It was created by Feodora Heavey […]

10 years ago

You know, this world can often seem like such a cruel, unrelenting place. So thank goodness for people like this mysterious An Post employee, who made perhaps the most empathetic and lovely decision ever when they came across a bird’s nest in an old post box. “We don’t want to disturb it,” they say, in this […]

10 years ago

There are a million reasons you could give for why the Dáil was empty today during today’s statements on Mental Health services. We’ve heard them all before. We know that TDs have local duties to attend to; we know that others have to carry on with the important (but endless) business of forming a Government; […]

10 years ago

We might be proud of our proficiency at pints in this city – but it’s important to remember that there’s much more to the city than just that. From climbing in Dalkey Quarry to kayaking down the beautiul river that bisects our capital, there’s a hell of a lot of amazing activities to be done […]

10 years ago

The wait for the Euros is getting shorter and shorter – and man, are we becoming jittery. Of course, nothing breeds excitement into Irish fans quite like the sight and sound of Big Jack. And Three, Ireland’s main sponsors, have enlisted him to take part in their flagship ad ahead of the tournament. Like Christmas, you […]

10 years ago

Well this is niche. And we love it. SpunOut.ie are holding a table quiz based around RuPaul’s Drag Race next Tuesday, May 3, in D2 on Harcourt Street. The quiz will be hosted by the wonderful Veda, and will feature eight rounds on all eight seasons of the reality show – including pic and video rounds […]

10 years ago

It’s estimated that a whopping 70,000 Irish fans will head to France for the Euros this summer – despite the fact that fewer than 40,000 tickets were made available to the FAI. This is based on an estimate in today’s Irish Times – and while it’s difficult to exactly gauge the travelling numbers, it’s clear […]

10 years ago

Gardaí are investigating two separate shooting incidents in Dublin last night, which left two men dead. The first took place in the Sunset House on Summerhill in the north city centre around 9.30pm. According to a report in the Irish Independent, the victim was named locally as Michael ‘Mickey’ Barr, and had been associated with […]

10 years ago

So this is how the other half live? These penthouse apartments in Spencer Dock, just east of the IFSC, are currently on the market for between €900k and €1.45m. And boy, do they look absolutely delicious.  Boasting three or four bedrooms each, joint agents Hooke & McDonald and Owen Reilly have said the properties offer a “real alternative to […]

10 years ago

Can’t get enough of this place, really. Boojum has just opened its newest Dublin outlet, on Abbey Street, and we popped along to take a look. Located just around the corner from O’Connell Street, it’s a welcome addition to a part of town that is really coming to life at the minute after years of […]

10 years ago

As if giving out free drinks to their loyal fans wasn’t enough… Coppers are having one hell of a birthday bash tonight to celebrate turning 20. Joining them will be Damien Dempsey, and the Newstalk Off The Ball team – who in turn will be bringing along football legends Brian Kerr and Ian Harte, rugby star Gordon D’Arcy, […]

10 years ago

Well this is going to be bloody chaotic. Coppers is turning 20 this weekend, and they’re marking the occasion in a way that’s a bit like unleashing Harry Styles on to the floor of a One Direction convention: by serving free booze. Its birthday celebrations will be kicking off this evening, with a Newstalk Off […]

10 years ago

Doug Leddin, you’re a fucking champ. We could bang on about why this is – about turning tides and disintegrating stigma and changing society, and a whole manner of other things. But this guy just got up in front of a camera, told the world he was tired of living a lie, and decided to absolutely own […]

10 years ago

The Dublin Fire Brigade is currently battling a massive blaze in an abandoned Tallaght industrial estate. Having received “numerous 999/112” calls, the units responded at around 7.30pm – and six units are now on the scene in an attempt to bring the fire under control. Thankfully, officers do not believe that anyone was on the […]

10 years ago

There are ’90s singalong parties. And then there’s this one. Green Shoes Events have thrown together one of the best-looking nostalgia fests we’ve ever laid eyes on – including music, the deadliest clothes of all time and prizes that will take you back to the Greatest Decade Ever. Given that this was the decade that produced more […]

10 years ago

Two cars ended up in the Liffey last night, necessitating a late-night rescue from emergency services.  Thankfully nobody was seriously injured as a result of the incident, which saw services from Dublin, Kildare and Meath called into action. The incident occurred in Celbridge, and the Tallaght Ambulance Service tweeted about it at 5.23am, saying: Busy night with […]

10 years ago

Well, this falls firmly under the category of ‘SCARLEH’. While several entertainment media outlets were today reporting that Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage is to take a role in Martin McDonagh’s new film, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, RTÉ came up with a slightly different angle. The headline on their story read: Thrones star Dinklage […]

10 years ago

When it comes to whiling away the hours, there are very few places in Dublin better suited to the task than Clement and Pekoe. Top-notch coffee (and tea), super-sound staff, a gorgeous decor and a clientele that gives the place a unique sort of energy, it really does tick quite a lot of boxes. But it’s also got something […]

10 years ago

There are major delays on the M50 following an earlier incident on the motorway. The two-car collision occurred on the southbound carriageway, near Exit 13 (Dundrum/Sandyford) and the tailbacks are now reportedly stretching back as far as the previous exit, Junction 12 (Knocklyon/Firhouse). Drivers are being urged to exit the motorway at Junction 12 to avoid getting caught up […]

10 years ago

Every week, you guys throw up an incredible selection of your shots of the city. Whether it’s the sweeping landscapes, or a focus on the finer details, it never fails to amaze us. And so, we’ve worked our way through the lot and chosen 13 of our favourites to share with our readers. Don’t forget […]

10 years ago

They said it was going to LASH yesterday – and instead we got sunshine in abundance, until the night fell. Sure, there was snow in other parts of the country, but here in the capital we couldn’t have wished for a finer spring day. So will the dismal weekend forecast hold true for Sunday? Good news: apparently not! […]

10 years ago

We all know that Sunday is a day for meal prep – or at least, it should be.  But really, do we want to be spending the dying hours of the weekend slaving away in the kitchen when we could be squeezing the last out of our freedom? This calls for a bit of inspo […]

10 years ago

This falls firmly under the category of ‘don’t knock it until you’ve tried it’ – but have you ever tuned into the live Air Traffic Control feed for Dublin Airport? Probably not. But if you’re not particularly busy, and want to learn a little bit about how these things work behind the scenes – as […]

10 years ago

One of the reasons why we love Twitter is because, besides the stand-ups and comedy writers trying to prove their wit on a daily basis, it’s also full of genuinely hilarious ‘normal’ people who don’t even need to try. Louise O’Connor is one such person – on an almost-daily basis, she’ll come out with something […]

10 years ago

Every coffee table needs a good coffee table book – and we may just have found the best one out there. Laura Rowe’s Taste: The Infographic Book Of Food is absolutely PACKED with informative tidbits, handy collections of facts you already knew, and even more useful tidbits you didn’t – all presented in the most stunningly beautiful […]

10 years ago