From putting out huge blazes to rescuing trapped puppies, Dublin Fire Brigade can do just about anything.  They’ve shown what absolute heroes they are yet again by helping to deliver a baby in Balbriggan yesterday.  They took to Twitter to share an adorable photo of two crew members with the mother and newborn, a little […]

9 years ago

Christmas is quickly creeping up on us, and tempting as it is to buy everyone we know a mug from Penneys, sometimes that just won’t cut it.  A new pop-up shop is opening at Kildare Village this Friday, and it’s full of quirky gift ideas for those hard-to-please people in your life.  NOIA concept store is […]

9 years ago

If there are two things that are popular right now, it’s gin and brunch, so this weekend’s gin brunch is bound to go down a treat.  It’s all happening at ‘Dublin’s newest pop up restaurant’, Lughnasa, at the South William bar on Sunday.  The three-course brunch features blood orange bacon Eggs Benedict, smoked salmon and avocado […]

9 years ago

Pigeons and ducks are a common sight in Stephen’s Green, but it’s not every day you see a cow.  This udderly lovely creature was spotted being taken for a walk in the park earlier today.  Does the freedom of Dublin entitle you to graze cows, as well as sheep? Or is this guy just taking his […]

9 years ago

Hot Press has released a new interview with Al Porter which was carried out before allegations surfaced about his ‘inappropriate behaviour’.  The comedian and presenter has resigned from his Today FM show and will no longer perform in the Olympia Theatre Christmas panto.  When asked about the issue of sex scandals in the entertainment industry, […]

9 years ago

We had our suspicions earlier this month, and the rumours are true – Taylor Swift is coming to Ireland.  The megastar announced a stadium tour this morning, with a date at Croke Park on June 15 next year.  She will also be playing Manchester’s Etihad Stadium and Wembley in London.  Subscribers of TaylorSwift.com will have […]

9 years ago

If anything sums up Christmas for us, it’s alcohol and fancy food.  That’s why the Guinness brewery’s new Christmas Supper Club, happening on December 6 and 7, looks so exciting.  There’ll be lobster and oysters from Klaw, salad from Sprout & Co and cookies from Firehouse Bakery as well as Guinness smores, desserts and so much […]

9 years ago

Dublin property can be a bit boring, with standard minimalistic decor and monochrome palettes as far as the eye can see.  That’s why, over the top as it may be, this bold Ranelagh property is a total breath of fresh air.  There are ornaments, sculpture and prints on every surface and wall, so you’ll never tire […]

9 years ago

Christmas is a-coming, and for many of us that means lots of red wine, mulled wine, prosecco…basically, all the wines.  If you fancy tasting over 100 different types for just €20, you should head to the Green Man Wines Christmas Fair this weekend.  It’s taking place this Sunday from 4pm to 8pm in St Joseph’s […]

9 years ago

Earlier this year, a teeny tiny cafe on Kevin Street was named one of the best restaurants in Dublin by John and Sally McKenna’s Guides. Until that point it was a fairly well-kept secret, mostly frequented by foodies and hipsters.  Now you’ll often find you have to queue for a spot at one of its two tables – […]

9 years ago

Black Friday is almost here and we’re keeping our eyes peeled for great deals across our favourite shops.  If you’re a fan of Chupi this weekend is a pretty great time to buy from them.  The jewellery store is giving away a piece worth at least €149 to every customer who spends €150 and over.  […]

9 years ago

It’s that time of year when we all gather round to watch Love Actually – and now we can do it at one of the most Christmassy cinemas in Dublin.  The Savoy will be screening the festive film on November 30 and all the profits are going to the charity Suicide or Survive.  Food will […]

9 years ago

There’s no two ways about it – Dublin has a lot of small houses.  Thankfully with some investment and smart design choices, you can turn the dingiest bungalow into a stylish abode. That’s exactly what the owners have done with this lovely house on Whitworth Terrace in Drumcondra.  It’s just 70 square metres but makes […]

9 years ago

A €15m luxury hotel has just opened in Dublin city centre, boasting over 80 rooms, an award-winning restaurant and a rooftop lounge.  The Address at Dublin 1 has been built on the site of the North Star Hotel on Amiens Street, creating a “hotel within a hotel” experience.  It’s owned by McGettigan Hotel Group and will […]

9 years ago

Trauma care for patients could be dropped at three of Dublin’s hospitals as part of a new centralisation strategy to be proposed by Health Minister Simon Harris.  Those hospitals would no long treat patients with serious injuries from car crashes or other accidents.  Instead, they would treat smaller injuries and minor wounds and burns and a major […]

9 years ago

Thanksgiving is just a few days away and the Americans of Dublin will be on the hunt for somewhere to celebrate.  Adelphi on Abbey Street has tapped into that market with its Thanksgiving Party next Thursday evening – with FREE glasses of Coors Light for every citizen of the USA.  All you have to do is show […]

9 years ago

Christmas is on the way, the nights are getting colder and it seems like everyone has the flu.  What better time to open a whiskey pop-up?  Powers Irish Whiskey has teamed up with L. Mulligan Whiskey Shop to bring something different to their Clarendon Street store over the festive season.  View this post on Instagram A post shared […]

9 years ago

There’s just 37 sleeps until Christmas, and if you’re already in the festive spirit you’re gonna love the Dun Laoghaire Christmas Market.  It’s full of delicious food from all over the world, including German Gluhwein and Hungarian Beef Goulash Soup.  If you fancy something sweet you can pick up some doughnuts or warm yourself up with some […]

9 years ago

If you have a feline friend in your life, you might want to check out the Dublin Cat Fair.  Taking place in Wynn’s Hotel on Abbey Street tomorrow, it’ll feature talks from cat experts and stalls where you can buy everything you need for your pet.  There’s also a lovely lounge where you can relax […]

9 years ago

Within the past few weeks, two much-loved Dublin institutions reopened their doors – Bewleys Cafe on Grafton Street and Stella Cinema in Rathmines.  Both of them had been closed for years and there were fears they would never come back. But they did, and the city is only delira.  The queues for Bewleys have been out the […]

9 years ago

Ranelagh is one of the most sought-after areas to live in in Dublin, and you’d be the envy of everyone you knew if you had a house like this.  The stunning three-bedroom is decorated with style and elegance – eye-catching, but not over the top.  It also has a lovely red brick exterior and a […]

9 years ago

Gardai are investigating two shootings which took place within hours of each other in Dublin overnight.  The first took place at a house at Shancastle Park in Clondalkin, where a man in his late teens was found with apparent gunshot injuries to the head.  He was taken to Connolly Hospital where he remains in a serious […]

9 years ago

Today FM has spoken to presenter Al Porter regarding an allegation made against him, The Journal reports.  In a statement issued to the news website, the radio station said: “Today FM has spoken with Al Porter and his management team concerning these allegations. “We take any comments of this nature extremely seriously. Likewise, we take the welfare […]

9 years ago

It’s finally the weekend, and there are loads of fun things happening around the city.  Don’t be tempted to stay in and watch Netflix – get out there and socialise! Here are five events guaranteed to tickle your fancy.  1. The Bernard Shaw Urban Art Market  Pick up cool prints, t-shirts, sketches and more at the […]

9 years ago

A baby rhino has been born at Dublin Zoo, and he’s the cutest thing we’ve seen all day.   The southern white rhinoceros was born to proud mum Nyala and dad Chaka on Sunday.  He weighs about 50kgs and doesn’t have a name yet, but we’re already in love.  There are only 20,000 of his species left […]

9 years ago

To look at this Blackrock house from the outside, you’d assume it was nothing special.  But the five-bedroom has been completely renovated and is now double its original size.  Working off a chic black and grey palette with pops of colour, the interior effortlessly blends contemporary design with old world charm.  There’s even a cinema room […]

9 years ago

The third annual Dublin Bowie Festival is on its way to Dublin, and the programme looks brilliant.  It takes place from January 5-10 2018, and fans can expect music, screenings, exhibitions and so much more. Test your knowledge of The Thin White Duke at the Queen Bitch Quiz, or pick up some Starman-inspired art at a […]

9 years ago

Sip & Slurp on Charlemont Street is a great place to get some homemade comfort food, and now you’ve even more options to choose from.  They’ve just launched a brand new brunch menu, featuring sweet and savoury French toast, smashed avocado toast and more.  They’ll be serving it from 10am to 3pm on Saturdays and prices range […]

9 years ago

Grafton Street is one of the most expensive streets in the world, it has been revealed.  It ranked 13th in real estate company Cushman & Wakefield’s annual report, Main Streets Across The World.  The average rent per square metre on the city centre street is about €3,095 per annum, which places it one spot above Portal de […]

9 years ago

Dublin is one of the worst cities in the world for emigrants, according to a recent survey.  A poll by website InterNations found that the Irish capital was the fifth worst place on earth for people to move to.  Only Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Paris and Lagos in Nigeria ranked lower than us.  The […]

9 years ago

The Stella Theatre in Rathmines reopened last month after being closed for over a decade.  Originally opening its doors in 1923, the cinema has been brought back to its former glitz and glamour, complete with gilded chandeliers and retro signage.  That’s why this Saturday’s Great Gatsby event is just SO perfect for the venue.  They’ll be […]

9 years ago

Life in the big shmoke can get fairly stressful, so it’s important to carve out some time just for yourself.  Lots of people relax by going for walks or doing yoga, but for me, my absolute favourite thing is getting a massage.  Last week I tried a hot stone massage for the first time – […]

9 years ago

Gardai have launched a murder investigation following the death of a 20-year-old man.  The man was found on the Old Blessington Road in Tallaght on November 1 at about 3am.  He had serious head injuries and was removed to Tallaght Hospital and then Beaumont Hospital.  He died as a result of his injuries today.  A […]

9 years ago

A dangerous gas leak is causing issues with air quality in Balbriggan today.  Residents have been asked to close all windows and doors.  Traffic diversions are in place as Gardai deal with the situation.  Balbriggan: Gas leak being dealt with in Balbriggan. Residents please closed your windows/doors. Some traffic diversion in place — An Garda […]

9 years ago

Virtual reality. Those two words alone are usually enough to make my eyes glaze over, but when my boyfriend heard that a VR Escape Room had opened in Dublin, he had to go.  And it was coming up on his birthday, so I very generously organised it. We arrived at Corn Exchange Place (just off […]

9 years ago

If you’d like to get an early start on your Christmas shopping and nab yourself some discounts along the way, tonight’s event at Dundrum Town Centre could be just the ticket.  The annual DTC Shop and Rock kicks off at 6pm this evening and runs until midnight, giving you plenty of time to pick up bargains […]

9 years ago

The launch date for the brand new Luas Cross City has finally been announced.  Services will start in one month’s time, at 2pm on Saturday December 9.  That means trams between Stephen’s Green and Broombridge Station in Cabra will be up and running before Christmas – handy for all those shopping trips and parties!  “The […]

9 years ago

Nightmarket Thai restaurant opened in Ranelagh earlier this year, and has been going down an absolute treat.  People can’t get enough of their fresh produce, authentic dishes, and delicious cocktails.  It’s so popular you’d be worried about nabbing a table, only they’ve just added a whole new upstairs seating area.  View this post on Instagram […]

9 years ago

The Dublin rental market can be a nightmare, and most of us have ended up living with people we don’t like at one stage or another.  But this…this is a whole other level.  We got sent this Daft.ie ad for a house share in Clonsilla, and it’s extremely strange.  It’s €450 to rent a double room in the […]

9 years ago

When Number 39 Suir Road went on the market in 2015, it caused a pretty big fuss in the media.  Now it’s up for sale again and we think the Kilmainham home deserves a second look.  It might not look like much from the outside, but inside the three-bed has undergone renovations to beat the […]

9 years ago

Four men were arrested in the north inner city this evening over ‘conspiracy to murder’.  A gun and silencer were also seized by gardai from Special Crime Operations as well as the Emergency Response Unit and Armed Support Unit.  The men, who were aged 23,35,37 and 38, are thought to be connected to organised crime […]

9 years ago

Some people just have an eye for decor, and we’ve got to hand it to whoever designed this stunning Ranelagh house.  The furniture and art are the perfect mix of contemporary and antique – like something straight out of Pinterest.  The pops of colour and plants really add to the stylish vibe, and it’s super […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade were absolutely run off their feet this Halloween, dealing with all kinds of incidents around the city.  They work so hard to keep us safe that it’s nice to let them know we appreciate them – which is exactly what local woman Sorcha Nolan decided to do.  She made up the CUTEST […]

9 years ago

Niall Horan released his debut album, Flicker, two weeks ago and it’s absolutely tearing up the charts.  As soon as the promos came out, though, people noticed a slight problem with the title…and how it looks a bit like another word when it’s all in caps. One cheeky Dub has cleared up any ambiguity with […]

9 years ago

The Sugar Club has been killing it on the screenings front recently, with a fangtastic Halloween programme.  Now they’ve won us over yet again with their latest choice – The Goonies.  The Leeson Street venue will show the 80s classic this Sunday at 5pm.  Kids over the age of 12 are welcome as long as they’re […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade has saved the day yet again with this dramatic rescue of a trapped pooch.  Phibsboro’s D Watch plucked the dog from Irish Rail tracks near Whitworth Road in Drumcondra by using a crane to lower one of their fire fighters down.  Pics of the rescue were posted on the Dublin Fire Brigade […]

9 years ago

Great news for Bewleys fans – the iconic Grafton Street cafe is finally open for business again.  The gorgeous coffee shop had been closed since February 2015 for a total renovation costing €12 million.  Thankfully it hasn’t changed TOO much – the velvet booths, marble tables and bentwood chairs are all still in place.  They’ve […]

9 years ago

Conor McGregor is home in Dublin fairly often, but if you haven’t managed to see him in the flesh yet then today’s your chance.  The Crumlin man will be at the Savoy cinema this evening for the premiere of Conor McGregor: Notorious.  Filmed over the course of four years, the documentary tells the story of McGregor’s […]

9 years ago

It’s Halloween night and Dublin Fire Brigade have been run off their feet trying to keep everything under control.  Units have been attending incidents since midday today, and their work is far from over.  These pics show some of the huge bonfires blazing across the city.  #Halloween#Bonfire#TheFruitsOf6WeeksOfRobbingPallets#Ballybrack #Dublin pic.twitter.com/AZi8u5mIog — Brian Meagher (@BrianTmar) October 31, […]

9 years ago

Halloween is one of the busiest days of the year for Dublin Fire Brigade, and the team have been dealing with incidents around the city since noon.  The emergency service has even set up a live interactive map pinpointing various incidents, which you can view here.  Twitter user Rory Fogarty has shared a video of […]

9 years ago