The sun is shining, the seagulls are singing and you might be on the hunt for a new eatery to enjoy in Dublin this weekend. And your timing couldn’t be better – there are loads of newly opened spots to be excited about in the city right now, whether you’re in the mood for a […]

3 years ago

A seaside spa break for pooches. Anyone who knows the joy of having a dog also knows the woes of making sure that dog stays clean. Having a puppy nephew myself, I know that rolling around in grass (and often in other animals’ faeces for good measure) is a common occurrence, and that doesn’t even […]

3 years ago

The market served the people of Dublin for 125 years before closing in 2019. Construction work could begin on Dublin 7’s historic fruit, vegetable and flower market at the end of this year, Dublin City Council has confirmed. Originally opened in 1892 in Smithfield the market served the inner city for 127 years, offering wholesale […]

3 years ago

“And that’s a wrap.” Catalyst Coffee have closed the shutter for the last time on their original spot on 23 Florence Road in Bray. The seaside coffee spot has become hugely popular since it first opened in June 2019, serving Imbibe coffee as well as juices, oats, baked goods, sausage rolls, and toasties. View […]

3 years ago

“We are actively on the lookout for a new location.” Ashbourne Retail Park are saying goodbye to The Little Bean coffee container ahead of welcoming a new business. The drive-thru coffee spot took to Instagram to share the news with their followers. “Our time in Ashbourne Retail Park is coming to an end. The 26th […]

3 years ago

He’s packed a lot into his two days. From shouting out the Black and Tans to picking up a jambon at a deli in Dundalk, Sleepy Joe has been flat out since he touched down in Belfast (or an airport that we were led to believe was in Belfast) on Tuesday evening. Naturally, the people […]

3 years ago

What will pair with our post-work pints now? Sad news for those who frequent The Fourth Corner – their Eddie Rockets-esque food offering Bolt Burger has finished up their 18 month stint in the Dublin 8 pub. While often times the food in pubs can leave you wanting, the American style burgers, fries, and tenders […]

3 years ago

One of the biggest events of the year for beer lovers is back in Inchicore. Whether you’re into tasty Irish-brewed beers, or just love a food festival, you’re going to want to bop along to this class Inchicore event over the May Bank Holiday weekend. A one-stop-shop that brings together some of Dublin’s best brewers […]

3 years ago

“Poppadoms or bread?” It’s a good day to be an Off Menu lover, as comedic duo Ed Gamble and James Acaster have just announced they’re taking the beloved pod on tour. The Off Menu Podcast invites guests into James and Ed’s magical restaurant, where they can choose their favourite starter, main course, side dish, dessert […]

3 years ago

An espresso… martini… with parmesan in it. Here at Lovin, we’ve seen a steady flow of food trends come and go over the years. There was the Great Donut Invasion back in 2015, with seacuterie boards on the incline since the rise of TikTok. As far as cocktails go, the espresso martini has been a […]

3 years ago

Tributes have been pouring in for Dan Finnegan of Finnegan’s in Dalkey, who passed away over the weekend. The Cavan-born publican opened the beloved pub in 1970, and ran it with the help of his sons Donal, Paul, and Alan. Prior to this, Dan ran a small pub on Bride Street by Christchurch Cathedral with […]

3 years ago

We’ll have our deposits saved in no time. If you’re a coffee lover in Dublin you’ll know what an expensive habit it can be – there’s only so far the keep cup discounts can go when your morning brew can cost close to €5, depending on what extras you get. Which is why we’re buzzed […]

3 years ago