The vast majority of people work Monday to Friday and from roughly nine to five. They tend to think those are the only working hours that exist but many don’t fit within those neat brackets. Retail staff, the service industry, nurses, guards and professional musicians are just a few of the categories of people who […]

10 years ago

Chances are that you’re reading this with some level of The Fear, or at the very least a stinking hangover… When in this state, one thing usually comes to mind: greasy food. Thankfully, we have just the thing for you… and better still, it doesn’t even require exhaustive step-by-step instructions. This is the Waffled Mac […]

10 years ago

Even though most of the city seems to be obsessed with coffee these days, it’s tea that most of us grew up with. While coffee will wake you up and energise you, sometimes you just wanna chill out with mates with your hands wrapped around a cuppa. If you’re looking for some the best surroundings […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Sugar Plain flour Bananas Pecan nuts Eggs Milk Ferrero Rocher Honey or Maple Syrup (optional) Pancake Tuesday only comes around once a year so I wanted to dream up something super luxurious and hedonistic.  This is the recipe that says “fuck you, calorie counting” and gives you a big hit of joy. This isn’t […]

10 years ago

There’s something special about living in a cottage, but for many people with families, they’re just too small to live in.  One solution is to buy two, knock the wall in and convert two cottages into one – which is what this gorgeous property in Sandycove is. The interiors of the house have been beautifully decorated and […]

10 years ago

We were lucky enough to see the joyous scenes last year as the marriage equality referendum was passed in Ireland, however, there was no such luck north of the border, where the campaign for equality goes on.  One young man has made this brilliant video that’s starting to get shared and will hopefully bring more pressure on the […]

10 years ago

Every week we’re amazed at the quality of the photos you guys share on Instagram’s #lovindublin hashtag and as it approaches 100,000 photos, the standard just keeps getting higher and higher. This week has seen an improvement in the weather which means gorgeous sunsets, the first signs of spring, and people getting out and about that little bit more.  Next time you encounter […]

10 years ago

People around the Cineworld area of Parnell Street have been tweeting and sharing dramatic footage of a car seeming to explode and going on fire in the last hour. Dublin Fire Brigade is on the scene and have it under control, explaining that it was magnesium mixing with water that caused what sounded like small explosions while a blaze and […]

10 years ago

When the Rubberbandits talk these days, people tend to stop and listen. Their latest big interview is on Channel 4 – and this short clip is them at their brilliant best. Funny, of course, but scathing too. A must-watch.

10 years ago

John Connors gave an incredible emotional interview on the Late Late Show recently, talking about the travelling community and how they are targeted and marginalised. Tonight on RTE 2 at 9pm we get to see the first episode of his long awaited documentary and the trailers make it look like absolute must-watch TV. This is certainly […]

10 years ago

If you follow any of our recipes, you’ll notice that a serious proportion of them feature onions. After all, they’re one of the base flavour that are required by pretty much everything – from soups and sauce to roast dinners, and most things in between.  The only problem is that they’re a bit of a pain in […]

10 years ago

When you think of the Four Seasons in Dublin, you can’t help but associate it with the Celtic Tiger years… I remember being in there for a meeting during the boom, when Wifi was a relatively new enough concept and being asked to pay €25 to get online – I nearly choked on my €5 coffee! The hotel has since changed its […]

10 years ago

We know that people around the world are obsessed with Nutella, but today we bring you news from Canada about a new hazelnut chocolate spread that’s blended with 300 milligrams of cannabis extract called Chrontella. The product is made by Cannavis, a company who specialise in making snacks that are infused with weed.  Now, it’s a bit worrying that Nutella […]

10 years ago

With the serious lack of supply in Dublin, the property market is a real pain in the arse both for renters and buyers. We’ve decided to do some of the hard work for you today and picked out five slick apartments that you can rent for less than €1,500 a month. All you have to do is find a friend to share […]

10 years ago

The doughnut craze is well and truly here to stay in Dublin, with various different varieties popping up all over the city all the time.  While it’s nice to eat them when you’re out and about, we thought we’d share some recipes from the world’s best bloggers so as you can whip them up for family […]

10 years ago

The tragedy in Buncrana over the weekend was an unspeakably horrific event that has moved the entire country. Last night Davitt Walsh, the man who managed to save the baby from the sinking car that saw five drown, gave an interview on RTÉ News, having just been released from hospital with minor injuries.  What he had to say was incredibly moving, and the bravery he […]

10 years ago

People walking around Dublin this morning are seeing red post boxes pop up around the city, and are left scratching their heads in bemusement.  The green post box has been an Irish symbol for nearly 100 years, while the red post box was always associated with The Royal Mail in the UK. And that link provides the clue to what’s […]

10 years ago

While many people across the world have an intolerance to gluten that makes them deeply ill, it seems that a bunch of others have jumped on the bandwagon as some new form of diet…  This video does a brilliant job of ripping the piss out of those who are doing it as a fad. Couldn’t stop […]

10 years ago

Every week we’re amazed at the quality of the photos you guys share on Instagram’s #lovindublin hashtag and as it approaches 100,000 photos, the standard just keeps on going up. This week has seen an improvement in the weather which means gorgeous sunsets, the first signs of spring, and people getting out and about a little more.  Make sure to keep tagging […]

10 years ago

Dublin Bay prawns are prized on restaurant menus around the world and to celebrate this wonderful seafood treat there’s an entire festival happening in Howth this weekend.  The restaurants in the seaside town have drawn up special menus for the event, while pubs are offering prawn dishes and a drink for just €12. Howth is already a special place to visit, but […]

10 years ago

The Grand Canal Docks area of Dublin is growing at a serious pace these days, packed with international companies like Facebook, Google and Accenture, as well as lots of new local businesses.  With so many highly paid folks working in the area it was inevitable there would be a need for some high end living spaces, […]

10 years ago

Fashion and beauty change from season to season, so you can imagine how radically things would change over the course of a century.  This brilliant video shows some of the wild hairstyles, looks and accessories women have worn. What will the next 100 years bring?  READ NEXT: Astronaut Tim Peake Has Tweeted This Unbelievable Picture Of Ireland From Space

10 years ago

Everything is better when done using LEGO, and the story of the 1916 Rising is no different.  The film has clearly been created to capture the imagination of kids, but as with all things LEGO it is the big kid inside us adults that will be just as captivated.  READ NEXT: Watch These Hilarious Irish Kids Attempt To […]

10 years ago

For years Howth has been one of the most affluent parts of Dublin, with property prices at the highest end of the scale.  There’s a reason the rich flock to live in Dublin 13 and this house called Bramley Hill on Danesfort Avenue demonstrates why. Not only does the house have ample living space, a huge garden and all the best design touches, but […]

10 years ago

In case you have been living under a stone for the last year 24 hours you’ll have heard that ex-Anglo Irish Bank CEO David Drumm has arrived back in Ireland. He was granted bail this afternoon and it would appear that the general public aren’t exactly thrilled with this development. Here is the general mood… […]

10 years ago

He’s the man the Irish authorities have wanted in their hands for years – and today, David Drumm is back in Dublin and under arrest. David Drumm was CEO of Anglo when it all came tumbling down, and after several years battling extradition in the US courts, he landed back this morning. He is set to appear in […]

10 years ago

We have come a long way over the last 100 years, (even if our politicians are currently arguing over a government)… This video, made to tie in with the 1916 Centenary, does a good job of showing that we are slowly getting better as a nation, despite all the doom and gloom. READ NEXT: The Top Irish Baby Names In 1916 Were […]

10 years ago

Everything about this time of year seems positive…The weather is getting better, the days longer and everybody seems to be in a great mood.  One of the big changes at this time of year is how we eat. Gone are the winter stews, soups and big dinners and in come the salads, springtime vegetables and outdoor eating (if […]

10 years ago

People rave about the coffee in 3fe, and the place just seems to grow in popularity by the day.  This week you’ll be able to get a free cup of coffee in there as they are doing something special for a very worthy cause.  You’d have to be pretty mean not to put the full amount, or […]

10 years ago

There’s a big week ahead in the world of horse racing, and the ever popular Viper has an important message around responsible betting.  This is a genuinely smart campaign, being bang on the target audience of young men who can’t afford to be losing the amounts they are. It drives an important message home, while still being funny in […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Fillet steak Hot sauce Garlic Cos salad Carrots Limes Coriander Red onion Something for those of you on a health buzz today, but who still want to get the feeling of treating yourselves.  These killer little spicy beef wraps taste absolutely amazing and with the weather warming up, they make the perfect summer treat […]

10 years ago

Been quite a while since Ireland scored nine tries in a match and, although the opposition were poor, we won’t take that away from the boys. Here are all the tries, with the best by far being the 80 metre effort finished by our very own Jamie Heaslip. Trimble scores first try after nice chip in […]

10 years ago

Every week we’re amazed at the quality of the photos you guys share on Instagram’s #lovindublin hashtag and as it approaches 100,000 photos, the standard just keeps on going up. This week has seen an improvement in the weather which means gorgeous sunsets, the first signs of spring, and people getting out and about a little more.  Make sure to keep tagging […]

10 years ago

Dublin commuters are in for more travel chaos as Luas strikers have just announced they are adding four further day-long stoppages in April – this time, spread over two weekends at the beginning and end of the month.  This is on top of the planned shutdowns the service for St Patrick’s day and the rising events over Easter, […]

10 years ago

With St Patrick’s day fast approaching we thought it was only right that we asked Chef Adrian to put his own unique Irish twist on a classic dessert.  What he came up with is the Guinness Lava cake – which really couldn’t be much easier to make. The beauty of it is that the Guinness doesn’t overpower […]

10 years ago

Some family homes look almost too perfect for words – and 2 Whitebeam Road is definitely one such home.  Although it isn’t in the super-trendy Ranelagh or nearby Ballsbridge, you’re only a couple of minutes from all the restaurants and attractions that both have to offer. You will need at least a cool €1.4m to get your hands on this […]

10 years ago

Two men aged 19 and 66 broke into a fire station last night in Larne, Northern Ireland, stole a fire engine and proceeded to destroy an entire street.  No one was injured during the incident and the joy riders have since been arrested.  As you can see from the pictures below, their reckless actions caused considerable damage.  Scene of carnage in Larne after fire engine was stolen […]

10 years ago

You know the feeling of trying to sit up all night to watch the latest Conor McGregor fight. You’ll probably be experiencing it again very soon as he steps into the ring tomorrow morning at about 5am. Many of you will be trying to guess the time to set the alarm for, but this genius new app does all the work for you.  […]

10 years ago

Every time it snows in Dublin, we all act as if we have never seen anything like it in our lives. And why shouldn’t we? It’s nice to reconnect with our inner child every now and then. Nobody really predicted the snow coming this morning, so for one glorious hour it lay on the ground as we all […]

10 years ago

We love highlighting the very best that Dublin has to offer, and by god have we got something special for you today. Laragh House in Killiney is a six bedroom mansion that has to be one of the nicest residences in the capital. The property is for sale for a cool €2.5 million which is probably going […]

10 years ago

American always seems to take food to the next level, what with their super size portions and insane food porn trends. This latest development however, has us on the fence… Biem is a butter spray. Yup, it’s butter that you spray. You’ve probably seen vegetable sprays on the market here, but Biem claims that this is the first time anybody has ever thought […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Fillet steak Potato farls Shallots Balsamic vinegar Kale An egg People tend to head out at the weekends for their brunch fix, but since that can be a pricey habit we thought we’d come up with a killer little dish for you to make at home. The potato farls are what bring this one all together, but if you […]

10 years ago

Baggot Street is fast becoming one of the best places to grab a bit of lunch with a whole host of new options, particularly south of the canal.  Yesterday we told you about the new Saba opening there – and that comes alongside quality sports like Eathos and Cocu which have made this one of Dublin’s […]

10 years ago

People seem to be a little bit obsessed with spicy chicken wings these days, which is no surprise really. Rather than spending a fortune on them, however, we thought we’d ask the super talented Chef Adrian to whip up a simple recipe.  These really couldn’t be much easier and as you can see they are absolutely […]

10 years ago

We’ve all witnessed the recent battle between Luas drivers and the operators – and the main losers have undoubtedly been the general public.  While many strikers have the public backing you’ll struggle to find many throwing their weight behind this action. Disrupting work, St Patrick’s Day and now the 1916 commemorations is making people pretty angry. Here are a selection […]

10 years ago

You’d be forgiven for thinking that the world was just full of wars, mouthy politicians and public transport inconvenience if you believed everything you read in the media these days .  So, we thought it was only right that we share a beautiful little gesture that one person today. It was a truly noble, selfless act and it sums up just about everything that […]

10 years ago

Just when it seemed that the Luas drivers couldn’t turn public opinion against them any further, they’ve only gone and ramped things up.  After multiple strikes during the work week affecting commuters, and an upcoming one targeting Paddy’s Day, they have just announced they’ll also be striking on Easter Sunday and the following Bank Holiday Monday as well. […]

10 years ago

The rental market is seriously tricky in Dublin at the moment, but we’ve found something that will solve all your problems providing you have eight grand a month to pay the rent.  Well, given that it has 4 bedrooms you could split it with 3 mates and only end up paying two grand each…  If you […]

10 years ago

By this stage you’ve probably seen the videos online of chocolate desserts that melt right in front of you, and if you are lucky you might have had the chance to actually eat one.  We don’t like leaving anything to chance here so we decided to get the super talented Chef Adrian to make one for us so as […]

10 years ago

If you’re wondering where all the smoke across the city is coming from, it’s from a large fire in Inchicore Dublin 8.  While the fire crews on the scene now have the blaze under control (up to eight fire engines at the latest count) they are estimating it will take hours to extinguish it fully. The […]

10 years ago