There was a time, an innocent time, when we would have described this as ‘peak notions’… … But we ALL deserve a treat right now, including our pet pooches. If you fancy treating your puppy to a lavish staycation then The Morgan Hotel is a major contender. Their dog-friendly rooms come equipped with a dog […]

5 years ago

Super creative. With Covid restrictions only seeming to move in one direction of late, bars and restaurants have had to get seriously innovative in order to keep the lights on. For the majority of Dublin city restaurants, Level 3 restrictions have made it necessary to shutter completely – read Tapas De Lola’s heartbreaking letter here […]

5 years ago

‘It seems our efforts were in vain.’ Tapas De Lola, one of Dublin’s most popular Spanish cuisine spots and a fixture on the Dublin dining scene since 2013, has sadly shuttered temporarily due to government Covid 19 guidelines. In a heartbreaking letter outlining their decision, they shared a simple tip to customers on giving local […]

5 years ago

Of all the things we took for granted, a Sunday pub lunch is high on the list. What I wouldn’t give to tuck myself in at a sticky table, eyes adjusting to the dark, the smell of cider and hops and wood… and beef. Delicious roast beef, all the trimmings, a glass of Sauv Blanc… […]

5 years ago

Gardaí are managing conflict at the Dáil today as anti-lockdown protesters clash with opposition. Around 50 National Party supporters showed up at government buildings to protest Covid 19 restrictions earlier this afternoon, but were challenged by 100s of counter-protestors in a clash which saw missiles thrown, according to RTÉ. A video posted to Twitter shows […]

5 years ago

Don’t feed the deer. Over on on our Lovin Dublin Instagram feed we regularly share photos of the incredible wild herd of deer in the Phoenix Park, and people go crazy for them. But an incident this week in the park serves as a warning to the public that while beautiful to look at, deer […]

5 years ago

We love to see it. The Orange Goat has been serving up sizzling breakfast buns to the good folk of Ballsbridge since 2016 and now they’ve opened a shiny new café in Killester for takeaway and outdoor dining. Cloudpicker coffee is a big draw for the Southside location and Killester locals will be delighted to […]

5 years ago

Worrying about takeaway coffee cups in a global pandemic may seem like misdirected energy. But now that we know this is a long-term situation, these are the issues we need to turn our attention to urgently so as not to undo all the progress we had made prior to Covid 19. When it comes to […]

5 years ago

The world has gone digital and as restrictions intensify, so does audience attention. We need a video pro who not only creates best in class content and has extensive technical knowledge, but who thoroughly understands the digital environment, content distribution and social media as we take our content offering to the next level for our […]

5 years ago

Old school American Smash burgers have arrived in Dublin… And they’ve already gone down a treat with hungry homebodies. ‘Dash burger’ from the people behind Pang, are serving up the mouthwatering patties with all the trimmings for takeaway or delivery at their new pop up location on Kevin St since last weekend. And, unsurprisingly, they […]

5 years ago

DAA is considering adding pre-departure Covid testing at Dublin airport as early as next month. According to The Irish Times, the Airport Authority is in talks with various independent suppliers about introducing the testing, to coincide with EU’s new travel framework that aims to standardise Covid restrictions in member states. As part of the new […]

5 years ago

A walk through New Street, Malahide on a sunny Sunday shows the strip buzzing with diners and shoppers. The street which is home to many bars, restaurants and boutiques, was recently pedestrianised in a move that divided the village. But the video taken today and posted to Twitter by Dave Storey shows a thriving hub […]

5 years ago

Some genius at Póg cafe has decided to put our beloved Kinder Bueno on fresh and fluffy croissants… And we reckon they’ll be sold out by the time we’ve finished this sentence. https://www.instagram.com/p/CFEpnhMDCO1/ And as if that isn’t mouth-watering enough, the buttery beauties also feature our lifeblood, Nutella. Should you arrive at the popular […]

5 years ago

Tired of looking at the same four walls day in, day out? Covid 19 has brought with it plenty of unknowns, but if there’s one thing we’re pretty sure of – the future of work is remote. The term WFH has now entered the English lexicon as it becomes clear that this may be more […]

5 years ago

The unexpected fine weather have you itching to get into town for a nibble and a cocktail? Forget Fajita Fridays – we save our Mexican fix for Sundays when all dishes in 777 are €7.77. I actually had to search the archives to triple check that we hadn’t given this deal a shout out before […]

5 years ago

This is what we’re feeding the sickest people in the country. A photo of a hospital meal allegedly served at The Mater hospital to a sick patient is sparking huge debate online. The picture apparently features a spaghetti bolognese, however many agree that it is unrecognisable. Twitter user Alistair shared a photo of the plate […]

5 years ago

Simple but genius. Love brunch but finding it all a bit same-y? We’re always on the lookout for new brunch trends to spice things up of a Sunday, and this new Brunch Platter courtesy of Lemon & Duke will do just the trick. The Duke Lane eatery shared a tantalising photo of the platter this […]

5 years ago

The ‘remote dining’ phenomenon is reaching new levels of creativity. You can’t fault the imagination of the Dublin hospitality sector, with cafes, bars and restaurants going above and beyond to ensure that we can still enjoy unique and delicious foodie experiences at a safe distance. The introduction of a ‘Picnic Box’ from Franks wine bar […]

5 years ago

Just as we were about to sign off for the day… Eatyard drops a doozy. The much-loved street food market has been faced with its share of challenges in the pandemic, but they are fighting back with two of the best weapons known to mankind…. wine and cheese. They’ve just announced that although their famed […]

5 years ago

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has issued a a temporary Bathing Prohibition Notice at Seapoint as concerns over Dublin Bay water quality issues continue to mount. The swimming ban is in place until Tuesday August 25 due to an ‘increase in the levels of bacteria found in the bathing water, as a result of overflows from […]

5 years ago

Tchotchke; noun. A small object that is decorative rather than strictly functional; a trinket. With all this extra time at home, I’m finding myself funnelling all of my excess energy into the minutiae of my coffee table. (Correct – I don’t have kids.) Moving picture frames an inch, filling vases with stones, placing limes and avocados […]

5 years ago

Wondering where to book to watch the Leinster v Munster game in Dublin tonight? After a five month break, the Guinness Pro 14 returns this evening at the Aviva Stadium with kickoff at 7.35. The game will be broadcast live on eir sport but if you fancy heading into town to watch it, we’ve got […]

5 years ago

The tweet of the pandemic has to go to Nialler9 for this beaut… This new Irish government is enough to drive you to a substantial meal. — Nialler9 (@Nialler9) August 21, 2020 If you’re in search of a substantial meal to drown your sorrows this weekend, may we present Farmer Brown’s for your consideration. The […]

5 years ago

A message of apology scrawled across the window of Berlin D2 was spotted yesterday evening. Twitter user Barry Hartigan shared a snap of the window with the words ‘Sorry we messed up’ emblazoned across it: The window of Berlin D2 on Dame St. Too little too late!? pic.twitter.com/Mil3RhNlOk — Barry Hartigan (@BarryHartigan) August 21, 2020 […]

5 years ago

Sometimes a game becomes so popular that even non-gamers hear about it. Clips will suddenly start appearing on Twitter and Instagram, and out of context it all looks a bit bonkers and weird, but you’re still wanting to know a bit more information. Maybe play it, just the once, to see what all the fuss […]

5 years ago

It’s Thursday, it’s raining, and it’s still 2020. All fantastically valid reasons to order in something filthy and satisfying to chase away the rainy day blues. We want cheesy, sticky, greasy. Chips instead of salad. Extra sauce. Coke dirty not diet. Lucky for Dubliners there are plenty of options if you’re of the above persuasion […]

5 years ago

Not even the beach is safe anymore… Severe ‘Covid Claustrophobia’ has sent people to the seaside in their droves, with sea swimming topping the charts for most popular pandemic coping mechanism. Well, unlucky for us, it also happens to be ‘peak season’ for Lion’s Mane jellyfish washing up on Irish shores – meaning beachgoers had […]

5 years ago

The purveyor of truly authentic and delicious Indian fare is setting up shop in Clonskeagh. Sunil Ghai, the chef behind Camden Street’s much-loved ‘Pickle’, is bringing the flavours of North India to the suburbs with Street.  Offering both dine in and takeaway options, the restaurant opens its doors at 1 Bird Avenue tomorrow, Aug 20 […]

5 years ago

There’s no denying the power of Influencer Marketing. It’s on track to become a $15bn industry by 2022 and with over 2.3m people in Ireland currently on social media, it’s nothing to be sniffed at. In fact, many small businesses report huge spikes in sales through the use Influencer marketing, despite niggling concerns over transparency […]

5 years ago

“Reopening is hard enough without this”. Dublin pub 57 The Headline has shared some of the most frustrating customer ‘tricks’ for trying to get around the Covid 19 hospitality restrictions. Booking two time slots in a row, and trying to book a table for a group at the precise time that the kitchen closes are […]

5 years ago

Have you noticed cherries popping up on the menu of late? They’re in season at the moment, so you’ll probably notice more Black Forest Gateau, cherry pies, and Instrammable cherry snack-stacks filling up your feed. Here’s three Dublin dishes with cherry at the fore should you wish to get involved: Cherrylicious pancakes at Urbanity Dublin  […]

5 years ago

‘Now we must say goodbye to this part of our world in blooms.’ More dismal news for Irish business this morning as its announced that Appassionata Flowers will not open again on Drury St. Ruth Monaghan, co-owner of the much-loved flower shop and design studio took to Instagram today to share the update, writing: ‘Our […]

5 years ago

The outdoor dining scene in Dublin is taking off and we’re here for it. With restaurants having to think creatively in order to serve their customers safely, alfresco dining is the new M.O. The latest addition to the Dublin restaurant scene is a funky, summery, outdoor space serving delicious food and cocktails against a backdrop […]

5 years ago

The people behind The Village Butcher in Ranelagh have shared their emotional story as they close their doors for the last time in their current location. While this is ultimately a positive story (the Village Butcher will be reopening in a new location in Ranelagh), it hammers home the pain that so many small business […]

5 years ago

It’s the weekend and just because we can’t go far doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate. We’ve teamed up with Dublin City Mum to bring you a rainbow-themed Family Dance Party tomorrow, Saturday May 9, at 4.30pm. Expect famous bops and one-hit wonders, as our DJ Sarah Byrne streams a 45 minute set bursting with serious […]

6 years ago

Bewley’s on Grafton St will close permanently due to the impact of Covid 19. The historic café is owned by artist Paddy Campbell, who explained to staff that reopening would be unviable in a note obtained by The Irish Times.  The closure will result in the loss of 110 jobs according to the publication. Campbell’s […]

6 years ago

We’re on a mission to keep your kids occupied – and help you let loose too! We have partnered with Dublin City Mum to bring the ultimate Family Dance Party direct to your living room! It’s a strange time and dreaming up ways to keep the kids entertained has become a full-time job. Stress… That’s […]

6 years ago

“The fair man always wins” We are in week seven of lockdown, and I’ll be honest. I’m reticent to share success stories in a time of such uncertainty. There is no singular experience of lockdown for businesses or individuals in this strange time. There is no blueprint for success, no two journeys the same. While […]

6 years ago

When two seemingly unrelated thoughts spark off of each other… an idea is formed! This is exactly what happened when Tom Keogh of Keogh’s Farm came across two young brothers’ Facebook post about ‘superhero potatoes’. An idea sparked, and the #IrelandThanksYou campaign was born. Senan (5) and Jonah Brady (7) created the Facebook post featuring […]

6 years ago

Parenting four children through lockdown, including twin babies, has been testing to put it lightly. It’s that time of day, again, early morning.  I adore mornings in our house, the morning breakfast routine gives me comfort and I like the feeling the start of a new day brings.  I press the coffee machine button; the […]

6 years ago

Almost every aspect of our daily lives has changed dramatically in the last few weeks. We want to know how we can best serve you with content, information and inspiration that fits in with your new lifestyle and habits, so that we can all successfully complete our joined mission to stay at home. That’s why […]

6 years ago

We’re hosting an online event for parents in partnership with Mum Talks, and we want you to join us. We are in unprecedented and incredibly challenging times, particularly for parents who have suddenly found themselves spinning more plates than ever. Between homeschooling, the day job, and creative attempts at exercise and entertainment, we are busier […]

6 years ago

Mum Talks From Home takes place on Wednesday April 8th at 8.30pm and we would love for you to join us! More information about the event and speakers here!  Sign up to receive your online invite * indicates required Are you happy for Lovin and Mum Talks to email you with events and parenting […]

6 years ago

‘Shelfie’ is a brand new series for book-lovers, that allows you to peruse the bookshelves of some of Ireland’s most interesting personalities and find out how reading has shaped their lives (as well as their top book recommendations). Today, we catch up with Caitlin McBride on her daily reading habit and some of her favourite […]

6 years ago

Sign up to our Lovin Home Comforts newsletter for inspiration to make the most of your new-found free time. Your mission is to stay at home, and our mission is to keep you safe, happy and entertained while you do that. Our new newsletter is packed with recipes, reading recommendations, crafts and more. It’s your […]

6 years ago

It’s the best part of any shopping day – coffeeeeee. Whether you’ve planned one last get together with friends, or you simply cannot traipse anymore, throw your bags in the car and head to Sophies. Not only are the wraparound views of Dublin the perfect way to appreciate our city at its festive finest, their […]

6 years ago

Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? The Mum Talks Christmas Family Market is taking place this Saturday, Dec 7, and it’s not only a fabulous free event – the aim is to support small Irish businesses this festive season. Warm fuzzies all around. Some amazing brands will be showcasing on the […]

6 years ago

If you’re knocking about Dublin between Dec 12 and Jan 17, it’s well worth popping into Dublin-born artist Shane Griffin’s newest art exhibition at Atelier Maser.  It’s mad busy in the city at the moment with only weeks until Christmas, and as always our goal is to shine a light on the free events happening […]

6 years ago

“The work that has gone into the 2019 Gaiety Panto is no laughing matter and Aladdin is one of the most spectacular shows in years.”  Is there such thing as the ‘Best Panto in Ireland’? I don’t think so. Each one caters to a different need – The Helix is always the funniest thanks to […]

6 years ago

Chicken wings aren’t subjective. Unlike pizzas, burgers and toasties, it’s not a matter of opinion – if they’re the best, everyone knows they’re the best and there’s rarely an argument. At Lovin, we’re always wary of using the word “best”. The “best” burger, the “best” place for a coffee etc etc etc. With so […]

6 years ago