It’s Sunday and that means it’s time to get the phone out and organise a meet-up with your nearest and dearest. Unless of course you’re stuck in work, in which case I don’t know what to tell ya. If you are free though and feel like taking in some fine food in a laid-back atmosphere […]

7 years ago

The chippers of Dublin are coming together to raise funds for Pieta House, after losing a much-loved member of their community to suicide. On Wednesday, January 15, over 40 chippers will be offering a €5 special deal in a bid to raise funds for Pieta House, in memory of Enrico Marsella who passed away last […]

7 years ago

As a pub famous for its festive decorations, it’s important to note that the Strawberry Hall is for life and not just for Christmas and this latest pizza and pint deal is evidence of that. You might remember all the drama of the missing Strawberry Hall Santa which culminated in over €6,000 being raised for […]

7 years ago

Game Of Thrones might have come to an end last year but the legend of the hugely popular TV series lives on. That’s evident by the huge number of tourists who descend on Northern Ireland every year to experience Westeros for themselves and to check out filming locations, themed restaurants and other GOT-related bits and […]

7 years ago

If you needed evidence of the rising popularity of Dublin rap group Versatile, look no further than their sold-out show at the 3 Arena back in November. Rappers Eskimo Supreme and Casper Walsh, as well as producer Even Kennedy, have seen their profile escalate in recent times, selling out The Marquee in Cork along with the […]

7 years ago

Legendary 2FM broadcaster DJ Larry Gogan will be laid to rest on Friday, it has been confirmed. The popular Dubliner passed away yesterday, leading to multiple tributes from colleagues and fans alike, with President Michael D. Higgins stating that ‘people all over Ireland will have been greatly saddened by the news of the death of […]

7 years ago

If you’re hoping to live a more sustainable lifestyle in 2020, you should stick this Trinity College event into your January diary. The Sustainability Network at the city centre university is teaming up with the Science Gallery to host the Zero Waste Festival which is due to take place on the weekend of January 25 […]

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We’re just over halfway through the Fantasy Premier League season and those near the top of the table have their sights fixed on glory come the middle of May. Every year, the global phenomenon keeps football fans’ thumbs tapping as they fiddle with their tactics in the hope of getting one over on their mates. […]

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After the annual celebration of New Year babies in hospitals around the country, it’s now time to focus on adorable new arrivals of a different variety. Dublin Zoo has this morning revealed that a litter of 13 new Tamworth piglets were born in November and what we want to know is why this news was […]

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As sad as it may be, the time has come for you to take down your decorations and make arrangements to recycle your Christmas tree. There are plenty of options this year, including one organised by the Medicity Institution, who will recycle your Christmas tree in exchange for €10 which will go toward helping Dublin’s […]

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For many, Christmastime and darts go hand in hand with millions glued to their sofa as the best arrow throwers on the planet battle to win the PDC World Championship. This year, there was an increased interest in events at Alexandra Palace as Fallon Sherrock became the first female to win a match at the […]

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After a Christmas season of indulgence, Dry January is already underway for those who are taking the pledge. If you’ve ever gone through it, you’ll know it can be a bit of a slog, particularly if there are any social events you simply can’t get out of. However, one Dublin spot has come to the […]

7 years ago

There’s sad news for those living and working in Rathmines because Fallon & Byrne has just announced the closure of its branch in the area. The company has taken to Instagram to deliver the news that the eatery, located in the Swan Centre, has been making a loss and ‘acting decisively is what’s best for […]

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It’s the most miserable time of the year as we’re all faced with going back to work, taking down the decorations and disposing of the Christmas tree. After around two weeks of merriment, most of Dublin’s workforce will be trudging back to the office over the coming days and if that wasn’t enough indication that […]

7 years ago

Dublin can be a great place to show visitors around at any time year, but especially in January when you’re looking for ways to keep busy. Instead of taking your friends or family to the usual touristy spots, we’ve picked out seven places off the beaten track where they’re sure to have a great time. […]

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Just like that, it’s all over for another year. But just because Christmas is finished doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of the rest of your holidays. Shake of all that turkey and mulled wine with some of these refreshing activities around Dublin today. 1. Funderland If you didn’t go to Funderland as […]

7 years ago

Christmas and music go hand in hand here in Dublin, with Glen Hansard et al regularly gathering on Grafton Street for a sing-song on Christmas Eve. Well, a new music documentary takes things just slightly south-west and back in time by three years. We Will Sing was filmed in Whelan’s on Wexford Street on Christmas […]

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There’s always a great atmosphere around town on Christmas Eve but it’s worth remembering that most public transport services shut down early. If you’re doing some last-minute shopping or swinging into any of this pubs to raise one last drink before the big day, you might want to make note of when Dublin Bus, Luas, […]

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Heading into town for your last few bits today? Well, you’ll need a decent feed and Pitt Bros has the perfect reason to pop in, with all funds going towards Pieta House. The George’s Street spot is hosting Pig Out For Pieta House, with every cent going towards the suicide prevention charity. Pieta House are […]

7 years ago

It’s the season of goodwill and the Ireland rugby team will certainly be doing their bit by singing on Grafton Street and College Green this evening. The lads are taking part in Focus Ireland’s Christmas Choirs campaign, which sees people singing at rail stations, shopping centres and other places around the country. Irish Rugby took […]

7 years ago

There’s some sad news for Stoneybatter this weekend because local favourite The Chili Shack has closed down. The restaurant opened on Prussia Street area back in 2017 and this week, a sign spotted on the premises informed customers that it will be closing its doors. In the short message, The Chili Shack team expressed their […]

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Imagining a world without It’s A Wonderful Life is pretty grim and, it has to be said, a bit meta. The 1946 festive favourite has stood the test of time like few other movies out there and every year people still flock to cinemas to rewatch the Frank Capra-directed classic or to check it out […]

7 years ago

Lord Mayor Paul Mc Auliffe officially opened a new pedestrian and cyclist bridge at North Wall Quay yesterday. Built over the Royal Canal in the Docklands, McAuliffe was joined at the ceremony by Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe as well as Anne Graham of the National Transport Authority. It is hoped that the new route will […]

7 years ago

It’s that time of year again when JC’s supermarket stocks Easter eggs just in time for Christmas. Yes, you did read that correctly. It’s a long-held tradition at the Swords shop, originating a few years back when the store ordered some festive selection boxes and were instead delivered the eggs by accident. Not to be […]

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We’re currently in the midst of Dublin Airport’s busiest ever Christmas and as always, the terminals are filled with festive entertainment to welcome people returning home. If you’ve ever hit the tarmac at Dublin Airport over Christmas you’ll know that it’s a lovely time of year to arrive, with dozens of music and entertainment groups […]

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It’s a Christmas miracle! All week, the elves at the Strawberry Hall have been hoping for their beloved Santa to be returned and, well, this might be the next best thing. Last Saturday, the three-foot Claus was stolen from the pub in the Strawberry Beds and was said to have appeared on a ‘high-profile’ Instagram […]

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Here in Dublin we’re lucky enough to have one of the biggest and best parks of them all. The vast acres of the Phoenix Park are just the ticket for a nice stroll as we wave goodbye to summer for another year and welcome the season of pumpkin spice lattes and oversized scarves. No walk […]

7 years ago

With the big day on the horizon, hopefully you’ll have everything wrapped up at this stage. Literally and figuratively of course. If you are running into town on Christmas Eve to pick up your last few bits, it would be fairly rude not to wet your whistle before heading back home. As always on the […]

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It’s a miserable Wednesday out there but at least some people can look forward to having their funny bones tickled by Jack Whitehall later tonight. The UK funnyman will play the second of two 3 Arena shows this evening and he’s certainly been making the most of his downtime in Dublin, despite the rainy weather. […]

7 years ago

The annual winter solstice takes place this week meaning you’ll soon notice the days getting a bit longer again. To mark the occasion, Dubliners will once again get a chance to celebrate at the annual Winter Solstice Celebration at the TU Dublin Grangegorman campus. This year is the 10th edition of the annual event and […]

7 years ago

It’s the 2019 Christmas mystery that is gripping Dubliners and the case of the missing Strawberry Hall Santa has taken another twist. Yesterday, we reported that somebody had stolen a three-foot tall Santa Claus from the Strawberry Hall, arguably the most Christmassy pub in Dublin. Not only that but the runaway St. Nick was also […]

7 years ago

Raising a glass around Christmastime is nothing new but this year it might be nice to do so in an alternative environment to the pub or your living room. Drink & Draw Ireland is bringing a new pop-up venue to Dublin which will allow you to enjoy some alternative Christmas nights out with friends while […]

7 years ago

Forget about the presents, one of the best things about Christmas is catching up with old mates in a festive environment. Thankfully, Dublin possesses a plethora of great pubs where you can get that fuzzy feeling over a winter drink or two. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite Christmassy […]

7 years ago

Santa Claus has commissioned two of his elves to tell all of Ireland’s children to send their letters to the North Pole by Wednesday, December 18. Jingle Snickerdoodle and Twinkle McSprinkles have appeared in Dún Laoghaire to introduce Santa’s Postbox which can be used by children to tell Mr. Claus what presents they want to […]

7 years ago

In yet another example of why we can’t have nice things, one of the Santa Claus ornaments from the Strawberry Hall has been stolen. The Strawberry Beds pub, famed for going all out on its Christmas decorations, has launched a social media appeal for the child-sized Santa to be returned. All is not lost however, […]

7 years ago

The annual Salesforce and Tiglin sleep-out took place last night and while the rain failed to dampen spirits, it may have had an effect on proceeds. This is the fifth year that the two organisations have held the event in aid of men and women affected by homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction on the streets […]

7 years ago

When it comes to socialising in town, it sometimes feels that the south side of the Liffey gets all the love. If all of your drinking is done around Baggot Street or Temple Bar though, then you’re really missing out on some of Dublin’s finest pubs, all of which can be found north of the […]

7 years ago

British comedian Joe Lycett has asked Dubliners to help him out by appearing in a film shoot next Wednesday. The Great British Sewing Bee presenter posted a tweet earlier this afternoon calling on Dubliners to take part if they’re free and added an email address for his Channel 4 consumer show Joe Lycett’s Got Your […]

7 years ago

You might think that once a support act finishes their set, they do nothing more than chill out backstage as the main event takes place. Not Freya Ridings, it would seem. The UK singer-songwriter opened up for Hozier at Dublin’s 3 Arena last night and far from sitting back and reflecting on her own set, […]

7 years ago

When it comes to Christmas decorations, there are plenty of Dublin pubs that go all out but few can rival the efforts of the Strawberry Hall. Lovin Dublin has already included it in our list of places to go for a festive drink but there’s a lot more to it than a few baubles and […]

7 years ago

The 2020 Dublin gig announcements keep on coming and 1980s icons Duran Duran have just thrown their hat into the ring with a St. Anne’s Park show in June. The group, led by Simon Le Bon, formed in Birmingham in 1978 and went on to achieve huge international success with a string of classics like […]

7 years ago

Longitude has confirmed the first acts for next year’s festival and their are some massive names on the bill. Leading the way is Kendrick Lamar and the Californian rapper will be joined by the likes of A$AP Rocky, Tyler, The Creator and J Hus. 🔆Say HELLO to #LONGITUDE2020 ¹/₅ ✵ Tickets on sale 9am Friday […]

7 years ago

New data has revealed that Dublin has the highest fifth-highest tourist-to-local ratio in the world. The information was collated by visa processors Esta and places Dublin behind Miami in top spot followed by Las Vegas, Dubai and Edinburgh. Researchers used population data and visitor numbers to work out the tourist-to-local ratio for some of the […]

7 years ago

New Year’s Festival Dublin has announced that free tickets to its Liffey Lights Midnight Moment Matinee will be released tomorrow. The Custom House event will be family-friendly and will allow children to experience all the excitement of ringing in the New Year at a time that might be more suitable. Attendees are sure to be […]

7 years ago

It’s 11pm on Christmas night 2016. The turkey is a long time gone and all across the land, people are dozing in front of the telly while others continue the festivities around them. And then the news breaks. The announcement of George Michael’s death sent shockwaves throughout the world with millions of fans mourning the […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking for some downtime amid the madness of the Christmas rush, you could do worse than head on over to Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links. The coastal hotel has launched its winter 2019 ‘Afternoon Tea by the Sea’ menu and it features a range of specialty teas, an assortment of small cakes and, […]

7 years ago

Grabbing a coffee on the way to work can seem like a harmless expense but if you’re doing it every day it can really start to add up. Let’s say your favourite spot charges €3 per brew, that adds up to €15 over a five-day week or *grabs calculator* around 60 quid a month. A […]

7 years ago

It only seems like yesterday that Rachel got off the plane but it is in fact 15 years since TV phenomenon Friends drew to a close after airing for 10 seasons. To put that into context, any Irish person who was born after the final episode aired is probably doing their Junior Cert this year […]

7 years ago

Christmas shoppers in the Grafton Street area will get an extra special surprise this year with the arrival of a Formula 1-style car. Located on South Anne Street, the vehicle is part of a pop-up hosted by Mondello Park, Ireland’s only international motorsport venue which is located in Co. Kildare. The Mondello Park Pop-Up Experience […]

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Dublin city councillors have voted in favour of the proposed white water rafting facility at George’s Dock. A video depicting the planned project was released last week and it’s expected to cost around €22 million. Councillors backed the plan by 37 votes to 19 at their monthly meeting last night. Last week, the plan was […]

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