Anyone who has ever worked as a waiter or a waitress will tell you that it’s one tough job. Which is why it’s so satisfying to hear that one of Hollywood’s elite has had to graft away in a restaurant like a regular human being. Ahead of the release of upcoming thriller Greta, in which she […]

7 years ago

The last time Conor McGregor was in a boxing ring, millions of people around the world watched him lose to Floyd Mayweather under the bright lights of the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Last night though, the Dubliner donned the gloves once more in the much more humble surroundings of Crumlin Boxing Club. McGregor was […]

7 years ago

There’s several restaurants in Dublin that are firm favourites – solid choices for a nice meal out – yet sometimes forgotten in favour of newer, trendier spots. One such place is the beloved Ananda in Dundrum. I say beloved, because anyone I know who’s ever been comes back raving about it. Forgotten, because it rarely […]

7 years ago

We all know the Ireland weather puts a dampener (literally) on many of the activities we’d love to partake in the evening. But sometimes – or all the time – we just can’t control mother nature, and must carry on. The up-side is that this city has plenty of stellar spots to hide away from […]

7 years ago

These are the best restaurants in Dublin, according to Tripadvisor that is. Trying to pick a restaurant in Dublin is like trying to find what to watch on Netflix. There’s just too much choice so you end up panicking and going for an old reliable 80% of the time. Sometimes, the best restaurants come from […]

7 years ago

We probably all remember the very first bar we went into where we didn’t feel like a kid sneaking in past the bouncers in high heeled boots and too much eyeliner, but like an actual – dare I say – “sophisticated” person who doesn’t drink to get drunk. That’s how I felt the first time […]

7 years ago

One of Dublin’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, Portobello has the incredible quality of feeling like a cosy little village while still being a ten minute stroll from the city centre. You’ll find independent coffee shops, a Michelin guide recommended restaurant, chilled yogis and the older generation all mixing together in what has to be one of […]

7 years ago

Don’t be too shocked at what I’m about to say, because I love it, I really do… But hasn’t brunch in Dublin become ever so slightly *whispers* boring? Once the most exciting part of your weekend, it’s difficult to get a brunch in town that’s not a carbon copy of 10 other places nearby. While […]

7 years ago

Warm up those cheeks and get cosy! The cold weather is still hanging around which means it’s time for scarves, hats, fluffy blankets and hot drinks. One of my greatest simple pleasures in life comes in a piping hot mug with marshmallows bopping on top. Yep, it’s hard to beat a good hot chocolate. It […]

7 years ago

It’s Sunday and it’s very easy to stay in bed for the day. Here’s five fun activities worth getting out of your pj’s for: 1. Get Lost In A Book At Marsh’s Library This quaint library is one of Dublin’s real hidden gems. It looks like something out of a fairytale and it’s the ideal […]

7 years ago

Summer is just around the corner, it’s so close I can smell it. And how’s the beach bod coming along? If you’re like me and the answer is ‘not so well’, then let’s turn this ship around and do something about it. I want to step away from the gym and do something slightly different […]

7 years ago

Does anyone else get a little too excited about going out for dinner? Maybe it’s just because I don’t go for three-course meals very often, or maybe it’s because I’m a massive child that gets excited about the prospect of a bag of jellies with a movie on a Friday night. Whatever the reason, I […]

7 years ago