There are certain Dublin-specific experiences that kill your spirit just the tiniest bit. The reasons for this peculiar and worrying effect are varied: shock, awkwardness, or straight up horror. Have you had the misfortune of experiencing any of these moments? 1. When there are no Dublin Bikes left at the station Which comes with the […]

8 years ago

The hardest thing to do in modern life is switch off. There’s no room for distancing yourself from work and friends, no acceptable excuses for it, nowhere to escape. While weekend getaways are great for clearing your head, they’re not an immediate solution to be used regularly; that’s why it’s important to find little stress-free […]

8 years ago

For many Dubliners, the ending of the Love Island will be a bittersweet experience — bitter because all the fantastic memes it spawns will be no more, but sweet because it’s going out with a real bang on Wexford Street. On Monday July 30, the Love Island finale will be shown live on big screens […]

8 years ago

Are you a grown adult who balls their eyes out at animated films? Then have we got news for you! Light House Cinema in Smithfield is known for their varied array of cinematic seasons, which can be centred around anything from horror to Jeff Goldblum, but now they’ve really given the people what they want […]

8 years ago

This weekend Bray is set to be overrun by the chicken wing fanatics in our audience — and they are indeed numerous — so we thought we’d give you a preview of what’s in store. Yesterday Wings Food Fest released a map with a full line-up of all the vendors who’ll be present this weekend […]

8 years ago

God bless eggs. The humble foodstuff is so light and versatile that it makes for the perfect breakfast ingredient. So we’ve compiled a selection of the best egg recipes that have ever popped up on our site to make on this fine weekend morn. We suggest you whip these up, served with some tea and […]

8 years ago

When you’re not exactly sure what you’re in the mood for, tapas is the answer — you can’t go wrong when you’ve got a little bit of everything. If you’ve never had the pleasure of experiencing this delicacy, then we pity you. Derived from the word meaning ‘to cover’, tapas can be traced back to […]

8 years ago

You know what’s a great way to finish your week? Treating yourself to a tasty li’l takeaway. If you agree with us on that point, and we bet you do, then you need to know about Mao’s whopper new deal — and how we’re celebrating it. Until August 26, every main course on Mao’s […]

8 years ago

Casa BACARDÍ, which is known for celebrating Latin culture at Electric Picnic, is set to hype up the nation for the Stradbally music festival by taking its show on the road this summer. Now in its fifteenth year, Casa BACARDÍ has always endeavoured to capture the vibrant street culture of the rum’s native land […]

8 years ago

We’re currently experiencing some of the hottest temperatures in Ireland in more than 40 years, so we’re trying desperately to keep ourselves cool whatever way we can. Let’s be real, no one wants a SUL. (Sweaty upper lip) Many have flocked to the beer gardens to refresh themselves with copious amounts of chilled pints, but […]

8 years ago

You’re in need of a city break for a weekend… and we know just the place. The Clayton Hotel Chiswick can be found just off the M4, which is the main motorway from Pembroke Ferry Port, and is ideally located for exploring all that London has to offer. The easily accessible Clayton Hotel Chiswick […]

8 years ago

The House of Peroni’s return is nearly upon us — and it looks like there’s even more to look forward to than usual. Taking place between Thursday July 5 and Sunday July 15, The House of Peroni will become the home of Sprezzatura celebrating up and coming craftsmanship and creativity across food, drink and […]

8 years ago

If you’re anything like us, you’re seriously struggling to get some decent sleep in this heat. But tonight, that can all change. We’ve done a little research to find some tried-and-tested methods to help you slumber comfortably in these high temperatures. Try a few of these methods tonight… 1. Make yourself a cold water bottle […]

8 years ago

Looks like a local New York-style joint wants to send you on a New York jaunt in style. George’s Street’s NoLIta (which takes its name from the NYC neighbourhood ‘North of Little Italy’) draws a lot of inspiration from the New York bar scene and classic Italian-American restaurants, so they’ve decided to celebrate their roots […]

8 years ago

Located across from the Killarney National Park and just outside Killarney town, The Brehon offers a range of amazing experiences for its guests to enjoy. A mere 15-minute walk or five-minute drive into town, the four-star hotel has some of the very best activities and sights that Kerry has to offer right on its doorstep. […]

8 years ago

Thank God for people who speak too loudly in public, for they are a source of endless joy. And a great place to find these folk is on the Luas. Oh yes, my friends, as you glide across the city on our beloved tram system, you’re ideally positioned to eavesdrop on conversations from your fellow […]

8 years ago

Sometimes a moment is captured on camera where you just think to yourself: “I really feel sorry for whoever has to clean that mess up”. I think you’ll agree this is one of those moments.. Last night at The Bridge 1859 in Ballsbridge, a rather large tank of beer somehow managed to spring a major […]

8 years ago

We Irish are a nomadic breed. Thousands of our people have spread their wings and are now living abroad, and all those folks share some very specific experiences.. Feast your peepers on the 17 things you’ll recognise when you’re an Irish person living abroad. 1. Potatoes are constantly mentioned around you Spud jokes become part […]

8 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade had to battle multiple fires around Dublin yesterday and today due to the high temperatures we’re currently experiencing. The emergency services had to tackle blazes in Swords, Portrane, Barnaslingan, Stepaside and Saggart, some of which are thought to have been caused by BBQs that set dry vegetation alight. Firefighters from Tallaght, Rathfarnham […]

8 years ago

If you like the outdoors as much as you like movies you’re gonna feckin’ love this: Happenings Open Air Cinema is returning for their 29th screening at Merrion Park this Friday, June 29. The pop-event event company has teased that they’re once again returning to their usual summer stomping ground, but they’re not revealing what […]

8 years ago

I dunno about you, but all these long days, music festivals and high temperatures are making me think about… Christmas? Oh wait, that’s not true at all. But it is true of the folks at The Clockwork Door on Wellington Quay, who have invited the public to come join them in celebrating ‘Half-Christmas‘ today. What […]

8 years ago

Billy Joel’s latest Dublin gig got just a little bit more special when he broke into a rendition of On Raglan Road last night. If there’s one way to make a local crowd fall in love with a musician, other than by simply saying they’re the best audience he’s that performer has ever had, it’s […]

8 years ago

Change is a scary thing, but sometimes you have to let old things go to make space for the new. And we’re pretty sure that was the philosophy behind turning The Czech Inn into what is now called Lundy Foot’s Bar & Restaurant. The Czech Inn is now… Lundy Foot’s. ???? #Dublin pic.twitter.com/5RoXKmPCME — Anthony […]

8 years ago

The body of a man in his twenties was discovered in a Dublin park this morning. The deceased was found around 6.30am in Butler Park, Tallaght, Dublin 24. It’s understood that the circumstances surrounding the young man’s death are considered suspicious. Gardaí have sealed off the area while the Garda Technical Bureau examine the scene […]

8 years ago

The next time you’re out and about in the city centre, be wary of a fake Buddhist monk who’s been trying to con passers-by into giving him money. The man in question has been spotted operating on Grafton Street and O’Connell Street asking for donations under the pretence of putting the money towards Buddhist causes, […]

8 years ago

It’s come to our attention that our readership may have a bit of an interest in so-called “chicken wings“, so I figured a few of you might like to know that a mahoosive celebration of these saucy devils is set to return to Bray in July. On July 21 & 22, Wings Food Festival will […]

8 years ago

Swing by Farmer Browns in Rathmines for your chance to eat out next week without spending a red cent of your hard-earned mulla! Lovin has teamed up with a mystery sponsor to host a special night of free burgers in four different restaurants in four different Irish cities on Thursday June 28 and Farmer Browns […]

8 years ago

Dublin Pride is back once again and what a week it promises to be. Running from June 21-30, the city’s biggest festival is simply bursting with activities, from film screenings and photography exhibitions to live drawing and brunches, so there really is something for everyone to enjoy. Because, at its heart, Pride is all about […]

8 years ago

Good news for long-time fans of The House of Peroni Residency — it’s coming back to Dublin and we’ve got a sneak peek at their food and drink menus! Taking place between Thursday July 5 and Sunday July 15, The House of Peroni will become the home of Sprezzatura celebrating up and coming craftsmanship and […]

8 years ago

Dublin Pride isn’t just one of the city’s biggest and most spectacular celebrations, it’s also a powerful symbol of a changing, more inclusive Ireland for everyone. We spoke to Cormac Cashman, an event manager and club promoter of Mother, Sweatbox and Prhomo, as well as a member of the board of Dublin Pride. The Dubliner […]

8 years ago

If you love whirling cailíní and men in ridiculously loose shirts with heaving chests, we’ve got some wonderful news for you: Riverdance will be a holding a 12-hour performance in front of The Gaiety Theatre this Thursday, June 21. After the success of last year’s Riverdanceathon in raising money for cystic fibrosis, the troupe has […]

8 years ago

Ever reached into your shopping bag to discover you forgot to bring something home that you really wanted from the shop? Well today we want to tell you how to achieve the exact opposite feeling. As part of their Moments That Matter campaign, which we first told you about a few months back, the folks […]

8 years ago

When summer rolls around and the weather’s good, you feel an unmistakeable urge to make your way out of the city and into the wilderness — but now it appears that the wilderness has come to you. A safari-themed experience has just landed in Pembroke Square (across from Wagamamas) at Dundrum Town Centre featuring life-sized […]

8 years ago

Stretched across 1,223 acres of Meath’s stunning Gold Coast, you’ll find Mornington. Bordered by the the River Boyne and the Irish Sea, the coastal town first formed as a fishing community (its Irish name Baile Uí Mhornáin means ‘Town Of The Mariner’), but it’s becoming increasingly popular with folks working in Dublin looking for a […]

8 years ago

Nothing shows how much you care quite like free food, so show your dad the love this Father’s Day! To help you do just that we’ve teamed up with the folks at TGI Friday’s to help one lucky member of our audience be Mr or Mrs Generous by giving ’em a meal for the whole […]

8 years ago

On Saturday June 30, our city streets will be awash in all the colours of the rainbow for Dublin Pride 2018… but what about your kitchen? Taking part in the biggest spectacle of the year requires a lot of energy, so be sure you’re well fuelled up for the festivities with food that’s just right […]

8 years ago

WellFest is very nearly back in town — and it’s looking bigger than ever. The complete line-up and schedule has just been announced for the festival, in association with KBC, which is taking place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on May 12 & 13. Now in its fourth year, Ireland’s largest health, fitness and wellness […]

8 years ago

When you’re having a night out and you want to look sophisticated yet fun, a cocktail is your only man. Taste of Dublin is returning to the Iveagh Gardens from June 14-17, the food festival is back with more talks and demos while showcasing some of the top producers in the Irish food biz right […]

8 years ago

Many of you are no doubt glued to Love Island at the moment, dreaming that you could be in the very same situation… and it turns out you actually can. Since Just Eat, Ireland’s leading purveyor of takeaways, is now sponsoring the hit reality TV show on 3e, they’ve decided to deliver the Love Island […]

8 years ago

London is practically just a hop, skip and a jump away from Dublin and, since it’s one of the most popular cities in the world, us Dubliners should really be taking more advantage of our proximity. All you need is a good enough excuse to make the trip — so we’ve assembled seven good reasons […]

8 years ago

As anyone currently on the market will tell you, the process of buying your first home can be exceedingly difficult — so we’ve decided to make it a little bit easier for you. If you’re a First Time Buyer you need all the help you can get, which is why Ulster Bank has launched a […]

8 years ago

Blow off some steam and really indulge yourself at Taste of Dublin this month. Returning to the Iveagh Gardens from June 14-17, the food festival is back with more talks and demos while showcasing some of the top producers in Irish food. But today we wanna tell you about some of the best ways to […]

8 years ago

It’s that special time of year again, the moment that our city’s foodies await with bated breath: Taste of Dublin. Returning to the Iveagh Gardens from June 14-17, the food festival is once again showcasing some of Ireland’s top producers of food and drinks. Every year this food lover’s festival has a different theme and this […]

8 years ago

There’s so much to love about jolly old London. With so many things to do, and so nearby, every Irish person needs to pay this great city a visit at least once in their lifetime. Boasting a population of nearly nine million people, you better believe this metropolis is positively brimming with spectacular sights, sounds […]

8 years ago

Thursday nights were made for gearing yourself up for the impending weekend — and Bulmers Live At Leopardstown is back once again to make that process a whole lot easier. Kicking off once again on June 7, Bulmers Live At Leopardstown isn’t your typical night out, it’s essentially a series of eight mini-festivals centred around music and horse racing. […]

8 years ago

If you’re looking for an authentic Italian experience in Dublin, you might want to pay Fellini’s a visit. The restaurant was opened three years ago by partners Paolo and Emilia, who both come from cooking backgrounds. Paolo comes from the town of Frosinone in Italy, where his father has run a restaurant for more than […]

8 years ago

One Lovin Dublin reader is about to bag themselves an evening of seriously delicious Asian food followed by refreshing cocktails. Today’s big prize comes courtesy of our auld flowers at Mao Restaurant who are giving away an evening of healthy grub and tasty drinks to a lovely member of our audience and five of their equally lovely mates.   With more than […]

8 years ago

Your health is what matters most, both physical and mental. We all know that your job and life in general can put a lot of pressure on you during the week, so we thought we’d give you a few suggestions for decompressing this weekend.  Take a look below for seven great ways to de-stress in Dublin. 1. Indian head […]

9 years ago

Three-year-old dating app The Inner Circle sells itself with a short and sweet tagline: “carefully selected, cleverly connected.” This simple premise sets The Inner Circle well apart from the likes of Tinder, Bumble and Happn, as it aims to present its users with a selection of matches that have been chosen with a high degree of care, rather than […]

9 years ago

Take a moment to cast your mind back to those (admittedly rare) hot summer days of your childhood and remember how you just couldn’t wait for the opportunity to fill up your water guns and get absolutely drenched. And, back then, if there was one thing you loved as much as water fights, it was probably bouncy […]

9 years ago