Ugh, not again. House prices in Dublin are double that of the national average according to the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers published in today’s Sunday Independent. Not only that – but property prices nationally are set to rise to Celtic Tiger boom-time levels by the end of this year.  On average, a family […]

9 years ago

We show you guys a rake load of Dublin properties every week – from lettings and sales to Airbnbs.  Partly because we love doing the research and writing about ’em, and partly because we have a slight obsession with trawling the interweb for unusual gaffs.  Today we stumbled upon this absolute beaut on Airbnb.  And not only […]

9 years ago

Gardaí in Store Street are looking for the owners of this beautiful dog. And as much as we wish we could just go and collect this gal and take her home ourselves, we’re sure that her owners must be looking for here everywhere.  Just LOOK how beaut she is: This cheerful looking young lady! was […]

9 years ago

After spending yesterday tackling a major Industrial fire in Inchicore, Dublin Fire Brigade were back on the beat last night.  Three units from Swords, Finglas and Balbriggan were called to a fire in a set of old stables in Knocksedan near Swords.  They shared these photos to their Twitter to show the extent of the […]

9 years ago

Intrigued? You should be.  WILD are series of events hosted in unusual and interesting spaces by Lee Tracey, a yoga, meditation and mindfulness teacher turned event planner. They offer a combination of activities from yoga, meditation, fitness, hikes and talks to live music and gorgeous food.  Orlagh is an Irish country mansion and estate that […]

9 years ago

There is no love greater than our love of pasta.  Whether you’re talking linguine, tagliatelle and pappardelle, getting funky with some fusilli and farfalle or just getting down to business with some spaghetti, penne or macaroni – you name it, we’ll eat it.  And while we’re pretty proud of what we can whip up at home […]

9 years ago

The body of a man in his 50s was recovered from a Dublin canal in the early hours of this morning.  Gardaí and emergency services were called to Ninth Lock in Clondalkin at approximately 3am this morning where the body was discovered.  The man was removed by ambulance to Tallaght Hospital but was later confirmed […]

9 years ago

Inchicore in Dublin 8 is surrounded with thick plumes of black smoke right now due to a building on fire. Three units from Dublin Fire Brigade are at the scene.  The smoke is spreading across areas of Chapelizod and Ballyfermot.  Visibility in the area may be affected – avoid if possible or proceed with caution.  […]

9 years ago

99 families, including 214 children, became homeless for the first time in July in Dublin.  Homelessness and housing charity Focus Ireland released the new figure stating that it’s the second highest figure recorded in the capital in the last five years.  The latest figures mean that a record number of 1,178 families with 2,423 children […]

9 years ago

Dying of Electric Picnic FOMO? Unfortunately this year we’re right there with ya.  But instead of moping and wallowing in our self-inflicted misery, we’re making some proactive plans to fill up our festival-free weekend.  First on the list? Our favourite new Dublin cafe and bakery.  It is, of course, Love Supreme on Lennox Street in […]

9 years ago

Who cares if you’re not down at Electric Picnic this weekend?  Just think of all the fun things you can be doing in Dublin… without having to sleep in a freezing cold tent. Here are ten fun things to do this weekend in Dublin if you’re not in Stradbally having a bop…  1. Go to […]

9 years ago

While we may see the sun shining outside right now, Met Éireann is warning that things will change drastically later on today.  There’ll be a mix of sun and cloud throughout the morning.  Cloud will gradually thicken from the west in the afternoon and then rain will develop growing heavy and persistent later on in […]

9 years ago

A man from Templeogue in Dublin and his family based in Texas have shared their escape from Storm Harvey flooding on Facebook.  The tropical storm is still active and has killed approximately 35 people since last Friday.  Sean O’Loughlin and his family have lived in Houston, Texas for the last 15 years.  They were forced […]

9 years ago

Yogis, assemble.  Hotpod Yoga arrived in the UK about five years ago and there are now 30 franchises globally.  After much anticipation, the concept is finally coming to Dublin in September – and here’s all you need to know about it… In a nutshell, Hotpod Yoga is Vinyasa-style yoga carried out in an inflatable hot […]

9 years ago

It seems as though a Chopped has popped up on every street corner, in every shopping centre and airport terminal in Dublin in the last year.  Is Chopped the new Starbucks?  However, we thoroughly enjoy their salads and smoothies so we don’t really mind them saturating the market so rapidly.  This Twitter user hilariously highlighted […]

9 years ago

Burgers deserve to be celebrated – in all forms, shapes and sizes.  And that’s exactly what Box Burger in Bray are all about.  Their innovative burgers were born on the shores of Bray and can now be found gracing some of Ireland’s biggest festivals. However, this evening Box Burger are taking things into their own […]

9 years ago

Most of us are probably familiar with The Happy Pear…  Whether you’ve visited their famous Greystones cafe and food market or you just follow them on social media, they’re quite recognisable for their positive, vibrant attitudes and humour.  “It’s Wednesday my duuudes.”  Peter Shannon has hilariously taken the piss out of the lads with this […]

9 years ago

The Port Tunnel Northbore is closed right now due to a broken down oil tanker.  AA Roadwatch advise to “expect delays”. Dublin Port Tunnel Northbore closed due to oil tanker broken down. — An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) August 30, 2017 #DUBLIN Breakdown in the northbound bore of the Port Tunnel. Expect delays. https://t.co/pdsEzJTRQr — AA […]

9 years ago

Renters in Dublin are agreeing to rent increases above the 4% cap.  According to 98fm, the Residential Tenancies Board received 13,000 more calls in 2016 than it did in 2015.  Despite it being illegal for landlords to charge amounts higher than a 4% increase, many of the calls were in relation to landlords increasing rent.  […]

9 years ago

Dying of Electric Picnic FOMO? Unfortunately this year we’re right there with ya.  But instead of moping and wallowing in our self-inflicted misery, we’re making some proactive plans to fill up our festival-free weekend.  First on the list? Our favourite new Dublin cafe and bakery.  It is, of course, Love Supreme on Lennox Street in […]

9 years ago

A body was recovered from the River Liffey this morning near Samuel Beckett Bridge and the Convention Centre. According to The Irish Times, emergency services attended the scene near a small boat dock along the quays shortly after 7am.  Two fire crews and an ambulance attended.  It is believed at this time that the death […]

9 years ago

Studio apartments can be very appealing.  Living alone, in your own space, with no roommates? Heck yes, the dream.  However, when it comes to studio apartments in Dublin – the pickings are pretty slim.  It seems like anyone and everyone with a spare room in their gaff is advertising ‘studio apartments’ at the minute.  Lest we forgot […]

9 years ago

Niall Horan has been hanging out in Dublin ahead of his show in the Olympia tonight.  He posted this photo to Instagram of himself and Conor O Donoghue, one of his closest friends and a member of the band Wild Youth who are opening the show tonight. View this post on Instagram Pretty cool that […]

9 years ago

Ginkgo Florists on Upper Baggot Street are known for their hilarious window displays.  After Brexit they put this in their window:  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ginkgo Florists (@ginkgoflorists) on Jun 27, 2016 at 2:48am PDT And for Valentine’s Day they fashioned this masterpiece the window: View this post on Instagram A post […]

9 years ago

Two men have been arrested following a taxi hijacking in Cabra this morning.  The car was hijacked on Ballyboggan Road at approximately 2.30am this morning.  The car was later spotted on the M50 and stopped by a Garda at Mellow Cresent, Finglas.  The Garda suffered injuries to his arm during an altercation and had to […]

9 years ago

We’ve seen some pretty cute things over the years… But this super friendly creature is the cutest of them all.  Members of The Irish Coast Guard from Howth were out training on Dublin Bay when they stumbled across this gorgeous seal:  What an adorable creature! We cannot deal with the waving.  Bring us with you next time […]

9 years ago

Cocu’s Chatham Street cafe will close its doors tomorrow… So now you’ll have to hit up their Baggot Street and Hatch Street locations to get your Cocu fix.  And while we’re super sad to see one go… we’re delighted to hear that Cocu will soon open a brand new cafe in IFSC!  View this post […]

9 years ago

Oh, how we adore Dry & Fly… The perfect blow-dry, time and time again, in a beautiful and serene setting that makes you forget you’re even in Dublin city centre.  READ: PICS: You Need To Pay A Visit To This Unique New Blow-Dry Bar In Dublin City Centre  And while we think their Wicklow Street salon is […]

9 years ago

Not heading along to Electric Picnic this weekend? Fear not, my friends. You’re not the only ones.  But instead of wallowing in your EP FOMO – it’s time to be proactive and make some deadly plans.  And, boy, do we have the perfect event for you.  The wonderful Pot Bellied Pig in Rathmines is holding […]

9 years ago

Burgers deserve to be celebrated – in all forms, shapes and sizes.  And that’s exactly what Box Burger in Bray are all about.  Their innovative burgers were invented on the shores of Bray and can now be found gracing some of Ireland’s biggest festivals.  However, next week Box Burger are taking things into their own […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fringe Festival kicks off next month and we’re already planning everything we wanna see and do.  One show in particular however, has really caught our eye.  Following the success of Ich Liebe Dich Cabaret – one of the hottest tickets in the Dublin Fringe Festival 2016 – Film Fatale is back with its new cabaret show […]

9 years ago

Oh, how we adore Dry & Fly… The perfect blow-dry, time and time again, in a beautiful and serene setting that makes you forget you’re even in Dublin city centre.  READ: PICS: You Need To Pay A Visit To This Unique New Blow-Dry Bar In Dublin City Centre We recently told you guys about their lovely […]

9 years ago

We’ve quickly become addicted to Fulfil bars and would happily eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  So when we heard they were opening a cafe in the city centre, we knew it was gonna be goooood.  Located in Londis on Westmoreland Street, the new Fulfil Café Kiosk opened its doors today serving sweet and […]

9 years ago

We all have those days.  The days where we wake up on the wrong side of the bed and think that everything is absolutely shite. A lot of us will lean towards comfort eating in times like these – and rightly so.  There’s nothing a good comfort meal can’t cure.  Here are our top ten […]

9 years ago

Lads. We wish this was a joke.  We really, really do.  Because if this is real then things have really gone too far.  Advertised on Daft.ie as a “double”, this is the most ridiculous sham of a rental listing we’ve ever seen in Dublin: – – Located on Grove Park in Rathmines, the photos of […]

9 years ago

No plans tomorrow? Well, now you do — you’re going to the Tola Vintage Kilo Sale to pick out some vintage (and v cheap) threads.  Can’t think of a better place to spend a Saturday tbh.  Entry to the sale is one euro and clothing is priced at €20 per kilo thereafter. It’s taking place in the […]

9 years ago

The proposed location and provider of Ireland’s first supervised injection centre is to be known before the end of October. According to theJournal.ie, the HSE is currently seeking a provider to operate the 18-month pilot service in Dublin.  The facility will operate via a licence under the Misuse of Drugs (Supervised Injecting Facilities) Act 2017 […]

9 years ago

After working in fashion in London for the last few years, Claire and Steph moved home and started The Crate.  The Crate was born from a love of all things that tell a story, an idea shared between the girls, with the aim of making people happy. Their unique style of floristry stands out a mile […]

9 years ago

A child was struck by a Luas tram this evening.  The incident occurred on the Green Line at The Gallops. The tram was city-bound at the time.  According to theJournal.ie, the injuries sustained by the minor are not believed to be serious at this time.  Dublin Fire Brigade and ambulances attended the scene.  Units from Dun […]

9 years ago

We didn’t think it was possible to love Bang Bang any more… But now that it’s about to become home to this fantastic new pop-up, we do <3  Fuppin Delish is a new Mexican pop-up that you’re gonna wanna have on your radar.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fuppin Delish (@fuppindelish) [&hellip;]

9 years ago

You may already be familiar with The Lucky Tortoise…  The pop-up which took over The Hill Pub on Sundays for the summer?  Yep, that’s the one.  Well the next leg of their journey is a pretty cool one, and it goes by the name of Twelves and Sixes.  From today dim sum and dumpling-lovers can [&hellip;]

9 years ago

We love a good scoop of ice cream so we do.  And normally we head straight for the likes of Ginos and Scoop to satisfy our cravings.  But lately we’ve been obsessing over this new Temple Bar spot, Cloud Nine, and here’s why: They serve gin and tonic gelato… The have over 16 flavours of [&hellip;]

9 years ago

A €20 million estate will be built by Dublin City Council in Ballyfermot.  Cornamona Court will be the largest development built by the council since the recession hit and will contain 16 two-bedroom houses, 12 three-bedroom duplexes and 29 apartments for senior citizens.  The 61 home estate will sit on the site of an old  complex [&hellip;]

9 years ago

Gardaí in Dublin made a shocking discovery upon pulling over a driver last night. Firstly, the driver was previously disqualified. Secondly, they tested positive for cocaine and benzodiazepines. Thirdly, drug paraphernalia was found in the car. And fourthly, they were also without insurance, without lights and with fake N plates. Disgraceful and immensely dangerous behaviour. [&hellip;]

9 years ago

The Sugar Club movie screenings are always unreal.  But we think their upcoming one could be the best yet.  Embrace your inner mean gal at the Sugar Club’s screening of Mean Girls on August 22 – it’s gonna be sooo fetch.  All welcome. Even if you don’t go here.  There’ll be tables for the Hot Asians, JV Jocks, [&hellip;]

9 years ago

Update: two lanes have now reopened to allow traffic pass.  There are major delays on the M50 this morning following a five-car pile-up near J9 Red Cow.  All Northbound lanes are currently closed after the J9 while Dublin Fire Brigade attend the scene.  Traffic is slow on approach from before J10 Ballymount, reports AA Roadwatch. [&hellip;]

9 years ago

As if finding student accommodation wasn’t hard enough… Bad news for UCD students hunting for a place to call home this year as there are now 47 less beds available at the university.  Dominican Order owned Muckross Halls in Donnybrook was leased to UCD for student housing on an annual basis.  However, the order terminated [&hellip;]

9 years ago

Anyone who went to the Gaeltacht or read Ross O’Carroll Kelly when they were younger will have grown up with a mystified idea of Dublin 4… Juicy Couture velour tracksuits tucked into Uggs with Longchamp handbags. Rugby heads with popped collars. Champagne. Caviar. The Four Seasons Hotel and all things roaring Celtic Tiger.  In reality, [&hellip;]

9 years ago

Going for drinks is always a good time but when the bar or pub you’re in has board games, it’s even better.  Beers + board games + banter = success.  Whether you’re heading out with your mates or looking to break the ice with a Tinder date, you can’t go wrong with a bit of healthy [&hellip;]

9 years ago

We are in the thick of an Irish summer right now and typically as ever the sun could appear at any moment and so it’s vital that we are dressed for the occasion at all times. Planning and buying our outfits and seeing what everyone else is wearing is one of our favorite parts of summer. With [&hellip;]

9 years ago