The Big Grill Fest makes a welcome return to our summer calendars this year, after a two-year hiatus Join fellow meat-lovers and do some dribbling over fire, smokers or BBQs. With over 50 + chefs, 20 + restaurants serving up grub, long table feasts, demos, talks, tastings, music and entertainment, there’s something for all meat-eaters […]

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If you want to pull out all the stops for your next party or summer BBQ, try these unique and spicy snack recipes. Tired of prepping the same light bites and nibbles every time you have friends or family over? Looking for some recipe inspiration? It might be time to try something new. If you’re […]

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Exciting news for D4 celeb spotters. Award winning chef, tv personality and multi-Michelin star recipient Marco Pierre White will be at his Donnybrook restaurant tonight, filming scenes for popular tv show The Restaurant.  https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg1r7A0so6h/ The Virgin Media reality show follows celebrities taking on the challenge of becoming Head Chef for a night, issued with the […]

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Ready for your next adventure? This incredible prize will help you plan the ultimate getaway… Nothing says summer quite like a trip to the coast, to enjoy an exciting weekend away with your pals. Whether it’s a jam-packed itinerary of exciting watersports and activities or a relaxing evening in with some tasty food and refreshing […]

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It’s the final countdown. After a dramatic journey, Galway and Kerry will go head to head in the All-Ireland Final this Sunday in Croke Park, with throw-in at 3.30pm. If you’re a Galway or Kerry supporter who didn’t manage to nab a ticket but will still be in Dublin for the match, we’ve drafted up […]

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The opening of the chain’s Dawson Street location is imminent, and the addition to the Irish hospitality scene has been met with mixed response. Some of us may have visited one of the countless Prets on nearly every street corner in London and briefly remarked – “Oh cool. Love their sandwiches”, and not given it […]

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Introducing Wafflebox… Doughbox is entering a new phase of its life with this new waffle and toastie pop-up. The wood fired pizza spot, located by The Brook Pub in Portrane, is mixing things up this summer, trying its hand at creating something new. For a limited time, Doughbox introduces Wafflebox, for when you’re just […]

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Welcome to the Lovin Round Up, our weekly glance at the main hospitality headlines for Dublin. This week, we’ve seen a few expansions for Dublin businesses, some large, some small, and sadly said goodbye for now to one of the city’s most iconic thespian watering holes. We’ve got all the main stories for you here, […]

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Good weather or not, summer is here. Well, summer has technically been here since May (don’t be that person that claims it starts in June, please and thanks). But with the mixed bag of weather we’ve been having, it’s hard to believe we’re now approaching mid July, with only a handful of hot days […]

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“Seven floors of botanic installations, live music performances, art exhibitions and more.” The Guinness Storehouse launched their new ‘Height of Summer’ experience this week, which includes transforming their world famous Gravity Bar into Ireland’s highest garden. Shop the Garden’s Mark Grehan is behind the new installation, providing a beautiful new setting for enjoying pints. […]

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Looking for a tasty and nutritious lunch, that doesn’t take too much time to prepare? James Kavanagh has got you covered… Half-way through a busy day, when hunger starts to strike, a quick and filling lunch can do wonders for your energy throughout the afternoon. But when you’re busy on the go or want to […]

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This year’s Pride will go down in the Dublin history books. Gay Spar’s coming out story is one as old as time. All its friends have known for years – even random passersby and visitors could tell. But still, no one rushed it. We all knew Gay Spar had to officially come out on its […]

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