Capel Street is one of the most interesting streets in the city, where a vast array of contrasting businesses sit side by side. Capel Street has some favourite Dublin food spots to boast like Musashi and Brother Hubbard, but there’s another café on the street that I really love. Mish Mash is a little café […]

8 years ago

Katie Parsons is a yogi and nutritionist, and more recently a business woman after setting up the Yoga Suppers with Indy Power. Being nosy as ever, we decided to ask Katie to show us her bits. As a clean living and highly organised individual, she has definitely given us some New Year’s inspiration to turn […]

9 years ago

We’re a nosy bunch at heart. There are so many cool, creative and exciting people in the city that we want to get to know better, so we decided we may as well be direct and just ask them to show us their bits. You can learn a lot about a person from the essentials that […]

9 years ago

Last week we decided to start a new feature called ‘Show Us Your Bits‘ in a nosy bid to get to know some of the coolest and most creative people in Dublin city. This week we checked out Jenny Huston’s bits. Formerly a radio DJ, Jenny is now an entrepreneur after launching her new jewellery […]

9 years ago

A crisp day like this is the perfect day for a walk and we’ve got just the place for you: Glasnevin. If you’ve surprisingly never been, it’s home to two of Dublin’s big attractions. The National Botanical Gardens is known for it’s magnificent grounds sprouting over 300 endangered species of stunning flowers, trees and other […]

9 years ago

Ingredients 1 Cup Pasta (Macaroni Or Shells) 2 Smokey Rashers 1 Level Tbsp Plain Flour 1 Level Tbsp Butter 1/2 Cup Whole Milk 1 Handful Grated Parmesan (Or Other Cheese) 1 (Generous) Pinch Of Grated Nutmeg This super easy cheesy dish serves 1, double up on the ingredients if you’re feeling more social than a […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 2 eggs Splash of milk Butter 1/2 ball of fresh mozzarella Tomato pesto Salt & pepper Crusty bread Here’s a brilliant snack to throw together really quickly this evening. Containing only seven ingredients, this recipe couldn’t be any easier. While it might seem like breakfast fare, it makes for a great snack at any […]

10 years ago

This week we decided to profile Blackrock for our city spotlight, it’s a part of Dublin we love because despite being a short drive from town it really does feel relaxed and removed from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The Blackrock Market is always worth checking out for finding all sorts of […]

10 years ago

Each week, we team up with the stylish folks behind Opsh to spot the top fashion trends in Dublin… Autumn has well and truly begun, so we thought we’d mark this momentous occasion in the annual fashion calendar by paying tribute to our favourite trans-seasonal cover up: the trench coat. Originally worn by Army officers during the […]

10 years ago

This week despite some initial doggy drama (Snoop trying to get a smooch from Jamie), Niall and Jamie discuss some popular topics like the Apple iWatch and iPhone 6, American football, TV shows and internet trolls! Don’t forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel and enter our competition below! This week for our competition we have an amazing prize of a Travel Wifi device for anyone […]

10 years ago

Not sure what to do with yourself this weekend? Not to worry, as always there’s loads of stuff on in the city but we’ve picked our favourites that we think are must dos. Read on for our top picks…. Dublin Fashion Festival The Dublin Fashion Festival is an annual shopping event thats taking place from today […]

10 years ago

It’s a question that most of us have thought about at some point. While it’s not a good idea to live regretting things you did or didn’t do, it’s always interesting to hear what other people would change about their lives if they had the chance. Photographer Derek Kennedy went around Dublin for the day asking […]

10 years ago

It seems most people are powerless before a Big Mac and fries. Or in fact, most things from McDonald’s. I decided to get go through the nutritional breakdown of some of the most popular items on the McDonald’s menu and was surprised by some of the things I found out. McDonald’s, where do I begin? […]

10 years ago

We’re fond of apps, gadgets and all things tech in Lovin Dublin. So when it comes to our health we’re no different and like to use some nifty apps to keep track of our health, what we’re eating and to encourage us to get off our arses and stretch our legs every so often. We’ve […]

10 years ago

This week we decided to cast our city spotlight on O’Connell Street, one of the most historically important streets in the capital. O’Connell Street served as a prominent backdrop to monumental events including the Dublin Lockout gatherings, the 1916 Rising and the Irish Civil War to name a few. It boasts some of Dublin’s most […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Crusty fresh baguette Goat cheese Fresh figs Walnuts The colours, flavours and textures in this bruschetta are incredible, and thankfully they’re stupidly easy to make! I love bruschettas because they’re effortless to make and a great excuse to throw together a few random ingredients. Instructions Step 1 All you need… Four easy things. Step […]

10 years ago

There’s nothing like travelling to another country and discovering all the food delights it has to offer, the downside is having to return home and experience the withdrawal symptoms… The shakes, the paranoia, the sadness. I remember as a child travelling to Boston and discovering biscuit M&M’s before they came to Ireland and being positively addicted. […]

10 years ago

You can pretend all you like that you don’t watch GBBO but the fact of the matter is that all of Britain and Ireland are gripped with Bake Off fever. My housemates disdainfully rolled their eyes when I flicked it on for the first time a few years ago, but after about 5 minutes they were […]

10 years ago

Are you in Dublin this weekend and feeling miserable that pretty much everyone seems to be going to Electric Picnic? Well don’t, as always there is loads going on in the city this weekend and we picked a few events that are worth checking out! An Taisce Film Nights Present The Unforeseen The Unforeseen is winner the […]

10 years ago

Casual dining has become so huge in Dublin that I haven’t eaten in a proper fancy restaurant in ages that actually serves you wine in a nice wine glass and gives you proper napkins rather than kitchen paper. My sister was up visiting me recently and we decided to go somewhere nice before heading to […]

10 years ago

Each week, we team up with the stylish folks behind Opsh to spot the top fashion trends in Dublin… This week we focused in on accessories – from handbags to manbags – and headed out to the city streets to snap Dubliners with their finest arm candy. Since the beginning of time, for most women, […]

10 years ago

We love eating out for lunch as there are so many amazing little spots serving up mouth watering gems that make our day. Having said that,, if you work out of town in an area without many food offerings or if you’re trying to watch what you eat it’s often easier to bring in a […]

10 years ago

This week we wanted to know when was the last time you felt alive? Derek Kennedy took to the streets to ask the people in the city he came across when the last time they felt alive was. Greg Dorney, 30, Kill, Co. Kildare When I was in Sicily just last week and was on top […]

10 years ago

Moore Street is one of our favourite streets in Dublin, the banter to be had at the food stalls is unparalleled. There’s a unique hustle and bustle there that you don’t get in many other parts of Dublin. When we think of Moore Street we straight away think of food. The incredible FX Buckley butchers […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Strawberry syrup Fresh Lemon Juice Gin Prosecco If you like a fruity cocktail then you have got to try this one out. This cocktails has hits of strawberry, lemon and is topped with prosecco. A last hurrah for the summer! Instructions Give it a bash and let us know how you get on!

10 years ago

Check out today’s Dublindaily exclusive along with the previous shots over the last week capturing Dublin and it’s people to a tee. Make sure to check out Dublindaily on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook

10 years ago

Each week, we team up with the stylish folks behind Opsh to spot the top fashion trends in Dublin… This week we focused on a wardrobe staple most Irish men and women have been rocking for years which also happens one of this season’s major catwalk trends: the plaid shirt. No longer the exclusive uniform of […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 1 can cooked butter beans Pancetta pieces Feta cheese Olive oil Rocket Chilli (finely chopped) Lemon Sometimes eating a salad isn’t always the most appealing option, but thankfully this is one of those really satisfying and filling salads that feels like a treat. I think most things are improved with cheese and this salad […]

10 years ago

It’s hard to find a new brunch spot that’s serving up something different from the usual fry ups, pancakes and eggs benedict, so I was really excited to hear that Staple Foods has a very alternative brunch menu. I had visited before for lunch and had a delicious salad piled high with juicy pulled pork […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Salmon 2 tbsp fresh parsley 1 tbsp butter 1 level tbsp plain white flour Milk Lemon This poached salmon and parsley sauce couldn’t be easier. The whole thing is made in less than 15 minutes and the end product looks pretty professional. This cream sauce is a handy one to have up your sleeve, […]

10 years ago

Not sure what to do for the weekend? Check out our top picks from a dose of Irish history to a disco fabulous brunch…. Pigment This photography exhibition profiling tattoo art and artists is running all week and finishing up on Sunday. Check it out on their Facebook page, the exhibition takes place in The Library Project […]

10 years ago

This week we wanted to know, if you could swap you life with anyone else, who would it be and why? I’d definitely swap with Beyonce, I don’t think I need to explain why though! Photographer Derek Kennedy went out and about the city to see who our fellow Dubliners would swap with. Tony Delaroni, […]

10 years ago

Last week I did an article on the amount of sugar in fizzy drinks. People were gobsmacked by the amount of sugar in drinks they would frequently consume. I knew fizzy drinks weren’t good for me but I was genuinely shocked too when weighing out each drink’s sugar content. Many people asked for more of these […]

10 years ago

Ingredients 2 chicken breasts Juice of 1/2 an orange 1-2 tbsp honey 4 tbsp soy sauce Metal or wooden skewers This is the first recipe I ever cooked and despite it being the easiest thing ever to make, I felt like Darina Allen. This always goes down really well and if you have any sesame […]

10 years ago

Harold’s Cross is probably one of the quieter neighbourhoods south of the canal but it still has lots of great spots worth exploring. Photographer Derek Kennedy headed out last week to snap our favourite spots in the area… We like Harold’s Cross park for chilling out in at the weekends with a cup of coffee […]

10 years ago

I’ve been hearing a lot about the Cupcake Bloke the last few months. In fact when I did a post on my favourite scones in Dublin earlier this summer I was nearly taken out for not mentioning the Cupcake Bloke, he had just won the Goodall’s award for best scones in Ireland- yes there is an […]

10 years ago

Ingredients ?Sugar Syrup Orange Bitters Fresh Lemon Juice Aloe Vera Juice Finlandia Grapefruit Galliano Vanilla Prosecco It’s Saturday and so of course we’re thinking about cocktails! This weekend we’re going to be shaking up the Sif, a fresh and fruity summer drink that’s dangerously drinkable! Instructions This will be one of the tastiest cocktails you […]

10 years ago

This week we have another exclusive of the Dublindaily’s shot for the day followed by all the other shots taken over the past week. We love these edgy snapshots of the city, especially the breakdancer and the butcher.  Make sure to check out Dublindaily on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook

10 years ago

Ingredients Prawns Crusty Bread Butter 1 Chilli Garlic Parsley Garlic prawns are one of my favourite things to eat. They’re so sweet and juicy, and with crusty bread to mop up the garlic butter sauce… They’re just perfection! This is incredibly quick to make, it only takes about 5 minutes and involves no skill whatsoever! The key […]

10 years ago

Each week, we team up with the stylish folks behind Opsh to spot the top fashion trends in Dublin… The mixed climate this week – scorching sunshine followed by torrential rain – left Dubliners a little confused as to what they should be wearing. Raincoats or sunglasses? Maybe both together at the same time? Nevertheless, […]

10 years ago

Niall and Jamie are back this week to discuss loads of topical subjects including UFC fighting in Ireland, when technology meets the pet industry, drones, 3-D printing of food and the apocalypse. Yes that’s right, the apocalypse. For audio only, you can listen to our Soundcloud. We have a great prize give away today, when we reach 500 subscribers on […]

10 years ago

Not sure what to do for the weekend? Well the good news is that there are tonnes of things on this weekend, we picked a few events that we thought sounded new and exciting. We think the outdoor cinema on Saturday is a must visit, read on to learn more… The Big Grill BBQ Festival […]

10 years ago

This week photographer Derek Kennedy put the question to our fellow Dubliners, “if you were invisible for a day, what is the first thing that you would do?” I like Dearbhla’s answer the best, but if it was me I’d probably end up a jewel thief by the end of the day. Have a read on below to see […]

10 years ago

Okay so we all know that fizzy and sweet drinks are bad for us and we shouldn’t drink too much of them… But did you know just how much sugar are in these everyday drinks? From no sugar in some drinks to 13 sugar cubes in one drink alone! It’s no wonder that studies have […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Meringues Cream Strawberries Fudge If you have a sweet tooth this is the perfect dessert for you, it’s a fudgy twist on the classic Eton mess. This is beyond easy to make, it only takes about 5 minutes to whip up but looks and tastes really impressive. The combination of sweet strawberries and soft, […]

10 years ago

Pho Viet is a small little Vietnamese restaurant on Parnell Street that you would easily pass by without noticing if you hadn’t already heard all the hype. It’s known as one of the most authentic Vietnamese restaurants in Dublin, so I decided to check it out last week. The restaurant itself is very simply decorated, […]

10 years ago

Donnybrook is known as one of the most exclusive neighbourhoods in Dublin, and when you walk through it you can tell why. Beautiful Georgian houses line the streets and Herbert Park is littered with cherry blossom petals and people relaxing on the grass or playing sports. There are plenty of delicious places to go for […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Sugar Syrup Angostura Bitters Fresh Lemon Juice Aloe Vera Juice Southern Comfort Prosecco Another weekend, another cocktail. This we’ve rustled up another mouth watering number, the only problem you’ll have with this exotic cocktail is stopping yourself from having another, and another… And another! Instructions It really couldn’t be easier, so before you head […]

10 years ago

Today we have another set of pics from the Dublindaily including an exclusive preview of today’s snap. We think the city looks really edgy in these set of photos… What do you think? Make sure to check out Dublindaily on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook

10 years ago

Each week, we team up with the stylish folks behind Opsh to spot the top fashion trends in Dublin… This week, we focused in on one of the hottest catwalk trends for spring summer 2014: double denim, or the ‘Canadian tuxedo’. Once a fashion faux pas of the highest order, this season double denim was […]

10 years ago